Tuesday, May 7, 5:30 p.m., MHS Library. more

In the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a musical revolution was brewing that would leave an indelible mark on the world of soul music. What began as Satellite Records would soon evolve into Stax Records, becoming a pivotal force in shaping the cultural and musical landscape of its time. The story of Stax Records is one of triumph over adversity, of a close-knit community that defied social norms, and of the artists who turned their struggles into soulful melodies that continue to resonate to this day. more

I first started running when I said something, or did something, to make Leon mad. He was the older brother. By five years! I couldn’t stand and fight. He’d beat the living daylights out of me! more

W.E.B. Du Bois was a towering figure in American history, renowned for his intellectual prowess, tireless activism. From his early life in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, to his pioneering work in sociology, his time at Fisk University in Tennessee, his prolific publications, and his pivotal role in the founding of the NAACP, Du Bois left an indelible mark on the struggle for racial equality and social justice in the United States. more

West Carroll School Board met in their monthly session on Thursday June 2 with items ranging from approving upcoming field trips to making adjustments to the school calendar to making policy changes. more

NASHVILLE (June 30) — Gov. Bill Lee and Commissioner David Salyers of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced an $88,500 loan for the Town of Trezevant to improve water infrastructure. more

McKENZIE (August 15) — McKenzie is seeking bids to construct pickleball courts at the City Park, 570 Como Street. more

McKenzie (April 29) — A single-car accident on Monday, April 29 around lunch caused a safety concern for the driver’s safety and locomotive traffic on the nearby train track. more

I went to New York City. more

  NASHVILLE, Tenn.  – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that he will call for the Tennessee General Assembly to convene a special legislative session on August 21, … more

McKENZIE — As parents and students prepare for back-to-school shopping, it is important to know what students are allowed to wear in the classroom. McKenzie Middle School made minor updates to the dress code for the 2023-24 school year, allowing compression pants to be worn if the bottom is completely covered. more

December 5, 5:30 p.m. TENTATIVE AGENDA: 1. Prayer and Pledge to the Flag 2. Adoption of Agenda: A. Consent Agenda B. Regular Agenda more

McKENZIE, Tenn. (December 12, 2023) —The Bethel University Board of Trustees Presidential Search Committee announced the three finalists in its search for the University’s next president. … more

Like most jobs, at least high-profile positions, there is usually something that resembles a job search to fill the void. In August Dr. Walter Butler announced his plans to retire on December 31, 2023. It’s extremely important to put the right person in the position of President. more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On the heels of the Senate’s hearing with Big Tech CEOs, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) lead sponsors of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act, announced growing U.S. Senate support for the bill, with 62 senators now cosponsoring the legislation. Following conversations with stakeholders and colleagues, Blackburn and Blumenthal also announced new bill supporters and several changes that have been made to strengthen the legislation and ensure it becomes law. more

HUNTINGDON (May 6) — A new memorial marker is located in Carroll County. Gold Star families are honored for the loss of a loved one in military action. more

HUNTINGDON (August 8) — Eleven commissioners convened in their last meeting of the Carroll County Commission on August 8). With a majority of new members, the 21-member commission will certainly see more new faces that anytime in recent history. more

On Thursday, the 113th General Assembly of the Tennessee Legislature drew to a close. It was a tumultuous session marked by Tennessee teachers being allowed to enter the classroom armed, AI protection in the music industry, additional abortion legislation, and the school voucher bill failing. Included was the passage of Governor Lee’s $52.8 billion budget. more

Dear Editor, McKenzie has been my hometown for 94 years and I love it. more

Red and white are not my favorite colors. And that personal preference, in some kind of off-handed, backwards, subliminal way, may have a direct connection to Valentine’s Day. I have never been on friendly terms with the little half-dressed chubby guy who comes out every February waving his bow and arrows around. more