McKenzie Rotary Welcomes Three New Members
December 2, 2025
McKenzie (November 25) — The Rotary Club of McKenzie inducted three new members during its Tuesday, November 25, meeting.
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McKenzie's Shop With A First Responder is December 15
December 2, 2025
McKenzie's annual Shop With a First Responder event is Monday, December 15, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The first responders will meet the children at Long Heights Baptist Church, from which they will travel to Huntingdon Walmart, giving the children the opportunity to ride in police cars and fire trucks and even speak over the vehicles' P.A. systems.
Former Titan Williamson Launches Tennessee Crush Water Ice
December 2, 2025
McKENZIE (November 30) — Avery Williamson, a former Tennessee Titans player, was at The Happy Book Stack in McKenzie on Sunday to launch his new product, Tennessee Crush Water Ice.
Daisy Dudley is 2025 McKenzie Christmas Grand Marshal
December 2, 2025
McKENZIE (December 1) — Daisy Dudley is the grand marshal of the 2025 Hometown Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, 4 p.m. in McKenzie.
Living at Lakeside News
December 2, 2025
We saw our way into November even though Daylight Savings Time ended.
Area Angel Tree Programs Benefit Local Families
December 2, 2025
As Christmas day inches closer, many people begin to feel a desire to give back to their community. This time of year is considered the season of giving, after all. Several area businesses and organizations have set up ways in which the community can help out this season, including by setting up Angel Tree donation spots.
McKenzie Hometown Christmas Schedule
December 2, 2025
McKenzie Hometown Christmas starts Thursday, December 4, kicking off four packed days of holiday events throughout the city of McKenzie.
Mike Cary Participates in WestStar Leadership
November 25, 2025
MARTIN — Mike Cary, president of Carroll Bank and Trust, is a member of the UT Martin WestStar Leadership Program’s Class of 2026.
New Memoir Pays Tribute to McKenzie
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE (November 20) — A newly-published memoir, titled “Little Miss McKenzie: Memories of an Average Girl in an Average but Perfect Small Town,” chronicles the childhood and youth of McKenzie native Jennifer Kee Glass, and, in Glass’ words, pays tribute to her hometown, which she considers “average but perfect.”
United Neighbors Seeks Winter Clothing, Food Donations
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE (November 19) — McKenzie-Carroll County United Neighbors is asking for donations of winter coats and clothes, canned ravioli, canned meat, oatmeal, Pop-Tarts and similar breakfast foods at this time.
McKenzie Rotary Club Donates $1,000 To First Responders’ Christmas for Kids
November 25, 2025
The McKenzie Rotary Club and the Fannye Baxter Moore Fund combined resources to donate $1,000 to the McKenzie First Responders Christmas for Kids program.
Judge King Gives Update to Rotary Club
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE (November 18) — Judge Michael King, who presides over General Sessions and Juvenile Court in Carroll County, Tennessee, recently shared important information about how the courts are operating and the challenges they face.
West Carroll Students Celebrate Good Behavior
November 25, 2025
Students at West Carroll Primary School in McLemoresville had an exciting week as they enjoyed cashing in their hard-earned Dojo points for positive behavior.
Murray State President Addresses Rotarians
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE (November 11) — Dr. Ron Patterson, President of Murray State University, shares his journey from being a first-generation college student from Corinth, Mississippi, to his current leadership role.
Wilkes Teaches Huntingdon Historical Society About the Armed Forces
November 25, 2025
HUNTINGDON (November 19) — The Huntingdon Historical Society met Wednesday to hear Mr. Hershel Wilkes present an informational program honoring the military and recognizing Veterans Day.
McKenzie’s Dr. Brooke Spivey Named Young Optometrist of the Year
November 25, 2025
Dr. Brooke Spivey Burress, of Spivey Eye Clinic, was named Young Optometrist of the Year at the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians Annual Congress this past October.
Ryan White Participates In WestStar Leadership
November 25, 2025
MARTIN — Ryan White, chief of police in the McKenzie Police Department, is a member of the UT Martin WestStar Leadership Program’s Class of 2026.
Baptist Carroll Awarded ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
November 25, 2025
MEMPHIS (November 18) — The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety, awarded five Baptist Memorial hospitals “A” Hospital Safety Grades for their commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Applications Open for theDEPOT Retail Incubator
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE — Entrepreneurs, unite. Applications are now open for aspiring business owners to jumpstart their entrepreneurial journeys and become one of the first to move into theDEPOT, McKenzie’s new downtown retail incubator.
United Way Installs Little Free Library Near Splash Pad
November 25, 2025
McKENZIE (November 19) — United Way of West Tennessee and the City of McKenzie have partnered to bring a new Little Free Library to the McKenzie community, expanding access to books for children and families.
