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Dresden, McKenzie Have Change in Family Ownership

DRESDEN (September 6) — The ownership changed today for Tri-County Publishing, Inc. (TCP), the publisher of the Dresden Enterprise and The McKenzie Banner. Joel and Teresa Washburn of McKenzie, … more

9/12/19

Pillowville Community Builds Helipad

PILLOWVILLE (September 5) — The hard work of the residents of the Pillowville Community, between McKenzie and Greenfield, paid off recently when the first patient was transported from the … more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 9/12/19

West Carroll School Board Approves Student Trips

ATWOOD — West Carroll’s School Board elected school board officers for the school year. All of the current officers were re-elected to their positions including William Robinson as … more

9/12/19

Hunker Down with Kes: Mr. Arvie Set The Tone

Anita Hale died.My heart stopped when I heard the news. Not in surprise mind you. She had, after all, survived two full years after the century mark. But my heart understood what my mind was trying … more

9/12/19

Former Carroll County Sheriff Sam Kennon holding a copy of the Tennessee Republican newspaper from 1923. The headline reads, LOOT RECOVERED: BANDIT IN NASHVILLE.

Weekly 150: Bank of McKenzie Robbed!

Growing up I heard a tale of two gun-toting outlaws from out west robbing the little bank on the square. Which in my mind gave way to the romanticized idea of a John Dillinger or Bonnie and Clyde … more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 9/12/19

Sixty-Five Indicted, Two Indicted For Homicide

HUNTINGDON (September 3) — Multiple indictments including Reckless Homicide and Voluntary Manslaughter were handed down by the Carroll County Grand Jury last week. The Grand Jury indicted 65 … more

By Jim Potts
banner@mckenziebanner.com | 9/12/19

Suspect Flees Authorities

A Buena Vista man eluded officers while they were attempting to serve a warrant on a charge of violation of probation on Thursday, September 5.Mark Wortham, 25, of Wortham Loop, Buena Vista is still … more

9/12/19

Education Commissioner Visits Huntingdon

Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn visited Huntingdon Middle School last week. In a brief stop, she visited the classrooms of Misty Vaughn, fourth grade language arts; Amber Douglas, … more

9/12/19

Fred’s Stores Are All Closing

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Fred’s stores are calling it quits. The company will soon shutter all of its stores.Locally, few Fred’s stores continue to operate. The store in Dresden is one of … more

9/12/19

Pickup Truck Destroys Entrance to United Neighbors

McKENZIE — A out-of-control pickup truck destroyed the front entrance of the McKenzie/Carroll County United Neighbors office in McKenzie.Saudia Akin, manager, said the pickup failed to … more

9/12/19

Clarksburg Man Succumbs To Injuries in Farm Accident

CLARKSBURG — Mr. John C. “Pete” Halter, 85, of Clarksburg died Thursday, September 5, 2019 from injuries he received in a tractor accident. According to Sheriff Andy Dickson, Halter … more

9/12/19

Small Fire at Henry County Medical Center

PARIS, Tenn. (September 10) – Henry County Medical Center personnel acted quickly and appropriately to a small fire that began on the roof Tuesday afternoon. There were no injuries … more

9/12/19

Chancellor King was joined by many family and friends. (L to R): Lynn Twyman, father; Chancellor Jennifer King; and Debra Twyman, mother.

King Takes Oath as 24th Judicial District Chancellor

HUNTINGON (August 6) — Friday morning Jennifer Twyman King was administered the oath of office as chancellor of the 24th Judicial District. King was appointed September 4 by Tennessee Governor … more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 9/12/19

Changes Made in Family Ownership of McKenzie, Dresden Newspapers

DRESDEN (September 6) The ownership changed today for Tri-County Publishing, Inc., the publisher of the Dresden Enterprise and The McKenzie Banner. Joel and Teresa Washburn of McKenzie, purchased the … more

9/6/19

HCMC Women’s Health Advisory Presents Little Black Dress Event

HCMC Women’s Health Advisory Presents Little Black Dress Event PARIS, Tenn. – Are you living your best life? Americans ranked #18 in the most recent World Happiness Report. Join Henry … more

9/5/19

Gov. Lee Appoints Jennifer King 24th Judicial District Chancellor

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee appointed Jennifer King of Carroll County to serve as the Chancellor of the 24th Judicial District to fill the Honorable Carma … more

9/4/19

Thank Goodness it Wasn’t India!

If I remember correctly, the first person to broach the subject of what I “wanted to be in life” was Miss Carolyn Blades in the first grade. I’m not sure if she asked it as part of … more

By Kesley Colbert
kesley45@aol.com | 9/4/19

Clarksburg City Hall Flooded

Clarksburg’s City Hall was flooded during the heavy rains on Sunday night, August 25. Mayor Howell Wayne Todd reported on the damage at the regular city meeting on Monday night. “We had … more

9/4/19

Electric Board Approves 20-Year Contract with TVA

HUNTINGDON (August 29) — Carroll County Electric board members approved a 20-year contract with the Tennessee Valley Authority to provide electricity to the local utility.Danny Brawner, general … more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 9/4/19

Lake Regional Planning Commission Approves Revised Subdivision Plan

HUNTINGDON — The Carroll County Lake Regional Planning Commission met in their monthly session on Tuesday, August 27, with a short agenda of business. Commissioners heard a revised preliminary … more

By Jim Potts
banner@mckenziebanner.com | 9/4/19