Three weeks have passed since June 20, the first day Carroll Countians could obtain petitions to run for local municipal office. As the August 18 qualification deadline nears, qualifying candidates have begun compiling in the county. more

McKENZIE (July 8) — Approximately 50 acres of soybeans were destroyed by fire on Friday, July 8 around 5:30 p.m. more

NASHVILLE (July 6) — A Nashville jury found 25-year-old Michael Mosley guilty on all counts for the fatal stabbing of Franklin natives 22-year-old Clayton Beathard and 21-year-old Paul Trapeni III. more

Today’s political climate resembles a category five hurricane due to the highly charged division between the two political parties. Yes, both parties are to blame as neither truly looks for a middle ground. For most of my adult life, I have studied politics and government and in the last five years or so I’ve even thrown my hat into the political arena. more

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents Board of Directors met on July 7, 2022 and voted unanimously to provide this public statement refuting the disparaging statements about public educators made by the President of Hillsdale College, Larry Arnn in Franklin, Tennessee released late last week. more

Mrs. Ethel Elizabeth Mitchum’s face had more wrinkles than a cheap cotton shirt fresh out of the wringer. But don’t think unattractive here. Her eyes literally sparkled when she talked to you. And she had the most approving smile you ever saw! Like she had been waiting, and hoping, to run in to you since she first woke up that morning! more

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. - I once again formally announce my candidacy to run for the office of Sheriff of Carroll County. I am a lifelong resident of Carroll County, a graduate of Huntingdon High … more

HUNTINGDON (July 8) - What better way to celebrate Christmas in July than announcing a new holiday experience scheduled for Saturday, … more

NASHVILLE (June 29) — New Tennessee laws supporting first responders and emergency services went into effect July 1. Among these include legislation that expands benefits for firefighters, strengthens protections for police and service animals and secures crucial funding for ground ambulance services statewide. more

HUNTINGDON (June 30) — The 2022-23 fiscal year budget of the Carroll County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors (911 Board) was approved unanimously in a lunch working meeting on Thursday. more

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officially began management of Lake Halford (also known as the Carroll County 1000 Acre Recreational Lake) July 1, 2022. The lake continues to be open for fishing and recreational activities. more

The Martin Police Department and Tennessee Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash Friday morning between a tractor-trailer and pickup truck. more

The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of price changes to take effect July 10, 2022. more

NASHVILLE — New data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development showed unemployment rates increased slightly during May in each of the state’s counties. Even with the minimal increases, 93 of Tennessee’s 95 counties maintained rates lower than 5% for the month. more

McKENZIE (June 29) — A 100-foot tall tree was removed from the downtown Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, June 29. The tree was heavily damaged and rotten in much of the top. more

HUNTINGDON (June 30) — Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County recently celebrated Independence Day with a ceremony honoring team members who have served in the United States military. more

HUNTINGDON (June 30) — Carroll County Electric Department Board of Directors held its first meeting under new general manager, Ryan Drewry. It marks the first change in leadership since July 1, 2014, when immediate past manager Danny Brawner was selected to lead the utility. more

CLARKSBURG (June 27) — Clarksburg’s Mayor and Aldermen approved the city’s 2022-23 budget at a regular meeting Monday night and received an update on the construction at City Hall by Mayor Howell Wayne Todd. more

HUNTINGDON (June 28) — The 2022-23 fiscal year budget for the Town of Huntingdon was delayed due to “extenuating circumstances” caused by the budgets of the Carroll County Watershed Authority and the town being associated. The Watershed is selling the Carroll County 1000-Acre Lake to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. That transfer has not been completed but is anticipated in July. more