MHS Class of ‘79 Honors Memory of Karen Camp
November 18, 2025
McKENZIE — Members of the McKenzie High School Class of 1979 honored the memory of the late Karen Camp with a donation to the McKenzie High School Alumni Association.
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First Responders Lauded for Bravery
November 18, 2025
McKENZIE (November 13) — On Thursday night, the McKenzie City Council praised the bravery of three local first responders, Tiesia Downland, Mikayla Vincent and Sergeant Cody Coleman.
Christmas Open House Brings Holiday Joy to McKenzie
November 18, 2025
McKenzie was the place to be this weekend, with ten retail, entertainment and food locations across the city offering special deals and festive fun during Christmas Open House.
Carroll County Christmas Parades
November 18, 2025
The Christmas season has arrived. Several Carroll County towns have announced the dates of their highly-anticipated Christmas parades, beginning December with festive celebrations.
Habitat for Humanity Gala Honors Volunteers, Raises Funds
November 18, 2025
Habitat for Humanity - Carroll County celebrated another successful year during its annual Gala held at the Carroll County Civic Center on November 13. The event was themed “Denim and Diamonds.”
Area Stores Offer Holiday Food Bags for Charity
November 18, 2025
Recognizing the financial struggles some families endure during the holiday season, two local stores are offering charity food bags for the holidays.
Local Areas Awarded $1.2 Million in CDBG Funds
November 18, 2025
NASHVILLE (November 13) — Governor Bill Lee and Deputy Governor and Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced 44 communities will receive Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), totaling $26.5 million statewide, to assist with infrastructure and beautification improvements.
Huntingdon High School Hosts District-Wide STEAM Fair
November 18, 2025
HUNTINGDON (November 4) — Huntingdon High School hosted a district-wide STEAM Fair Tuesday evening featuring approximately 30 projects by primary, middle and high school students displaying knowledge and skills in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.
Manpower Returns to McKenzie
November 18, 2025
McKENZIE (November 13) — Thursday afternoon’s ribbon-cutting at the RailYard Workspace was a welcome home celebration for Manpower, an employment agency supporting the Paris, McKenzie and Huntingdon workforce.
Hometown Hangout Supports McKenzie Police, Fire's Christmas for Kids Program
November 17, 2025
McKENZIE (November 15) — Hometown Hangout hosted members of the McKenzie Police Department and McKenzie Fire & Rescue Saturday for a special fundraiser to support the first responders' Christmas for Kids program.
Gordon Browning Museum Awarded $21,000 Grant from the Tennessee State Museum
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE (October 20) — The Carroll County Historical Society/Governor Gordon Browning Museum has received a $21,000 Capital Maintenance and Improvements grant from the state of Tennessee, as administered through the Tennessee State Museum.
Piro Builds Band Tower for McKenzie High
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE — For her Eagle Scout service project, Janyla Piro of Troop 3, Paris, completed a meaningful contribution to her school and community: a new band tower for the McKenzie High School Marching Rebels.
McKenzie Rotary Hosts Charity Auction
November 11, 2025
The Rotary Club of McKenzie’s annual charity auction was Saturday, November 8, from 6-8 p.m. at Bethel’s Vera Lowe Center. Bethel generously provided the space for the live auction.
McKenzie School Board Recognizes High-Achieving Teachers
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE (November 4) — McKenzie Special School District (MSSD) Director of Schools Dr. Justin Barden called Tuesday night’s school board meeting one of his favorite nights of the year.
Loeb, Osborne to Join Forces at The Dixie
November 11, 2025
Two of the most distinctive voices in modern music, Lisa Loeb and Joan Osborne, will share the stage on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Gerdau Metals Recycling Marks One Year in McKenzie
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE (November 7) — Gerdau Metals Recycling recently marked one year since the multinational corporation purchased Dale’s Recycling.
Middle School Students Donate 885 Items to Local Food Banks
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE (November 7) — McKenzie Middle School students were challenged to donate non-perishable food items last week during the school’s annual “Week of Thankfulness” initiative.
Veterans Service Officer Speaks to Rotary Club
November 11, 2025
McKENZIE (November 4) — Retired Army Sergeant Major Renee Myers delivered a speech to members of the McKenzie Rotary Club, recounting her 27-year military career and explaining the significance of Veterans Day.
McKenzie Christmas Open House is November 15-16
November 11, 2025
McKenzie’s Christmas Open House schedule has been released, with 10 McKenzie businesses participating on November 15 and 16.
McKenzie Rotary Auction is November 8
November 4, 2025
The Rotary Club of McKenzie's annual charity auction is Saturday, November 8, from 6-8 p.m. at Bethel's Vera Lowe Center.
