Bethel Kicks Off Rotary Auction Donations
August 18, 2026
Bethel University provided the first donation for the annual McKenzie Rotary Auction, continuing a long-standing tradition between the university and the McKenzie Rotary Club.
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Senior Day at the Carroll County Fair
August 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 13) — The Carroll County Civic Center was the place for senior citizens on Thursday during the annual Senior Citizen Day.
Sweet Tea Festival is This Weekend
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE — The annual Sweet Tea Festival is August 20-23, 2026, in downtown McKenzie. The city-sponsored event features entertainment, arts and crafts booths, food trucks, car show, and a small carnival.
Former Police Station to House McKenzie Rotary Food Pantry
August 14, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — After living primarily in McKenzie City Hall for several months, the McKenzie Rotary Club's food pantry has officially found a home. During Thursday night's meeting, the McKenzie City Council agreed to house the food pantry in the city's former police…
Gleason School Receives Yard of the Month
August 11, 2026
Gleason School is the City of Gleason's August Yard of the Month. Gleason Mayor Charles Anderson presented the award to Principal Lee Lawrence recently in recognition of the many community and school initiatives to maintain and improve the school property.
Prescott & Pearl Coming to theDEPOT
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE — Carli Beeler has big plans for the city of McKenzie's fashion scene. Over the weekend, the recent McKenzie High School graduate announced the launch of Prescott & Pearl, a new clothing boutique and gift shop located at 91 Bruce Street. The shop will be the first…
Meet-and-Greet for McKenzie Football, Cheer, Band a Big Hit
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 8) — McKenzie football players, cheerleaders and band members hosted a meet-and-greet event Saturday at Rebel Stadium. Players from the McKenzie Youth Football League all the way up to high school, middle and high school cheerleaders and the McKenzie Marching…
Higdon Crowned Carroll County's Fairest
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 8–9) — Stella Higdon, of Bruceton, is Carroll County's 2026 Fairest of the Fair. Higdon earned her title Saturday afternoon, receiving her crown and sash from last year's queen, Bailey Rogers.
Carroll County Goes Back to School
August 10, 2026
Thousands of students across Carroll County made their trek back to school last week, with August 4 being the official first day of the 2026-27 school year.
Senior Day on the Midway is Thursday
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Senior Day on the Midway at the Carroll County Fair is Thursday, August 13 from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. inside the Carroll County Civic Center at 201 Fairgrounds Road.
Nights on Broadway Goes Acoustic
August 7, 2026
McKenzie's summer concert series Nights on Broadway continued Thursday night with an acoustic set by musicians Tylan Johnson, Claudia Cooper and Luke Cooper. Attendees gathered around the stage on Banner Row to meet with friends and enjoy the music.
McKenzie Unveils Safe Haven Baby Box
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 6) — McKenzie’s first-ever Safe Haven Baby Box opened to the public on Thursday, following a blessing ceremony and unveiling at McKenzie City Hall. The baby box gives mothers in crisis access to a safe, anonymous surrender option for a baby up to 45 days of age.
Mayor Edwards Swears in Huntingdon Firefighters
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 28) — The Huntingdon Fire Department reached a historic milestone Tuesday night as five of the town’s six full-time firefighters were sworn into service during the Town of Huntingdon's July meeting.
Inside McKenzie's 'Coolest' New Dessert Destination
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE — What started with buying an Italian ice machine for his tiny home has turned into what might be Shane Yarbrough's biggest business venture yet. Yarbrough, a Gleason native, held a grand opening celebration for Italian Ice & Froyo Co. on Saturday, August 1 — but to the…
Longtime CEO Retires from Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County
August 3, 2026
HUNTINGDON — After a fulfilling 34 years, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Susan Breeden is saying goodbye to Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County and hello to retirement. The Huntingdon hospital held a retirement reception for Breeden on Friday, July 31, honoring her decades of…
Living at Lakeside News
July 31, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — Nine residents celebrated birthdays in July, right alongside America celebrating her 250th birthday. Those residents were Charles Garner, Betty Grimble, Anne Isom, Lonnelle McMillen, Peggy Luther, Thomas Crawford, Elbert Hatley, Phyllis Maddox and Marjorie…
Webb School Hosts Back-to-School Events
July 28, 2026
McKENZIE (July 25) — The Webb School was the site of a community effort Saturday to help local children prepare for the upcoming school year. The event was open to students in grades K-8.
Rebels Look to Future Under Coach Hodge
July 28, 2026
McKENZIE (July 2) — The McKenzie Rebels are entering another season of football under the leadership of Coach Keith Hodge, a veteran mentor known for building programs centered on discipline, teamwork, and character development.
McKenzie Early Head Start Wins #GrowFoodChallenge Grand Prize
July 27, 2026
MARTIN — The Northwest Tennessee Local Food Network (NWTN LFN) recently announced the winners of its 2026 #GrowFoodChallenge, a regional initiative encouraging youth and families to grow food and reduce food waste. McKenzie Early Head Start earned the challenge's $250 grand…
731 Eat Week is Underway
July 27, 2026
731 Eat Week, sponsored by Northwest Tennessee Tourism, is back, bringing together 23 locally-owned restaurants across Northwest Tennessee for six days of incredible food, great deals and hometown flavor.
