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October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — Meet Toby, the hardworking and lovable four-legged officer keeping the streets of McKenzie safe. At a little over four years old, this affectionate Polish-born narcotics detection dog is both a vital asset to the McKenzie Police Department and a beloved partner to his fellow officers.
October 20, 2026
TREZEVANT — Trezevant Police Chief Mike Mulligan spends part of his time enforcing Tennessee’s traffic laws and another part explaining those laws to motorists who have already violated them.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — Drug use among young people remains a concern for law enforcement, with vaping and THC products among the substances parents should watch for as children enter their teenage years.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE (December 15, 2025) — Christmas came early for 75 children in the McKenzie area, thanks to the collective efforts of the McKenzie Police, McKenzie Fire and others who contributed to the third-annual Shop With a First Responder Christmas event.
October 20, 2026
CLARKSBURG — School resource officers walk a line between two worlds — serving as law enforcement officers while becoming part of the everyday life of the schools they protect.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — For McKenzie’s police officers and firefighters, serving the community goes beyond responding to emergencies. Each Christmas season, local first responders trade their emergency equipment for shopping carts to help make the holidays brighter for area children.
October 20, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Carroll County residents over age 60 and residents with disabilities can receive weekly phone calls from a sheriff’s deputy through the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office’s Senior Outreach Service.
October 20, 2026
When an opioid overdose slows or stops a person’s breathing, first responders have little time to act. Narcan gives them a tool that can reverse the overdose and help restore breathing within minutes. Narcan is a brand name for naloxone, a medication that blocks the effects of opioids, including fentanyl, heroin and prescription opioid pain medications. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, naloxone can restore normal breathing within two to three minutes. Some overdoses require more than one dose.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — For seriously ill and injured patients in Carroll County, specialized medical care can be miles away. Hospital Wing 6 helps bridge that distance, bringing critical care to patients and continuing treatment as they travel to a hospital.
October 20, 2026
The Carroll County Emergency Communications District (E911) provides the 911 emergency communications infrastructure to persons living in Carroll County. The district is a component unit of Carroll County. The district is governed by a nine-member board of directors who are appointed by the Carroll County Mayor and confirmed by the Carroll County Commission. The district owns the operating headquarters and maintains all of the repairs and furnishings. The district receives no operational or capital funding from Carroll County.
October 20, 2026
HUNTINGDON — For Huntingdon Police Chief Jason Oliver, law enforcement is built around a straightforward principle: Treat people fairly, remain accessible and make sure officers understand they are serving the community.
October 20, 2026
Members of the Trezevant class of 1966 gathered for a reunion, reconnecting with classmates, including some they had not seen in years. Those listed in the reunion post were Dianne Walker Harris, Joyce Walker Lunsford, Faye Seavers Broughton, Scarlett Seavers Barger, Jimmy Lifsey, Suzanne Argo Atwood, Frank Gregg, Larry Sutton, Joyce Jones Hampton, Travis Bartholomew, Cindy Marshall Baynes, Larry Elliott and Linda Parish Bolton.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE (October 13) — For nearly six decades, the Carroll County Rescue Squad has public safety, evolving from a grassroots response to a tragic 1968 drowning into a sophisticated, professional organization. Now under the leadership of Captain Curt Taylor, who took the helm in 2018, the squad has grown from a seven-member team to a force of 38 volunteers, dedicated to serving the community through specialized training and deep compassion for service.
October 20, 2026
With 25 years of law enforcement experience, Sheriff Eric Sawyers brings a lifetime of service and firsthand knowledge to his role as Carroll County Sheriff. He began his career in law enforcement at just 19 years old as a reserve deputy for the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, serving in various roles throughout his career, from patrol deputy to criminal investigator.
October 9, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie Elementary School and the McKenzie PTO are gearing up for its annual Fall Festival. The nominees will raise funds to benefit the school until the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, when the King and Queen will be announced.
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE (September 29) — Rotary District 6760 Governor Jeff Brasher visited the McKenzie Rotary Club on September 29, delivering a spirited call to action that urged members to move beyond traditional "meetings and meals" and embrace a more dynamic, service-oriented future.
October 6, 2026
Special worship services at Union Primitive Baptist Church, located at 2020 Ross Road, McKenzie, are Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 and features Elder Martin Onyoni of Kisii, Kenya. Elder Onyoni has traveled extensively in Africa preaching salvation by grace and the power of God. This good news has led to the planting of new congregations in 17 countries in Africa.
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE — Bethel University is set to welcome students, alumni, faculty, and staff to campus for Homecoming 2026, an action-packed three-day celebration taking place from Thursday, October 15 through Saturday, October 17. Featuring time-honored traditions, spirited athletic contests, alumni reunions, and community festivities, this year’s event promises something for every member of the Wildcat family.
October 6, 2026
McKENZIE (October 3) — Despite overcast weather, more than 300 people gathered on Banner Row in downtown McKenzie Saturday for a free community meal designed to bring residents together. A long row of tables and chairs filled the downtown area as individuals, families and community groups shared a meal and fellowship. The gathering drew not only McKenzie residents but also people and organizations from surrounding communities, including The HOPE Center.
October 6, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 30) — A Veteran Outreach Fair was held Wednesday in Huntingdon at the Civic Center. The fair provided the area's Veterans an opportunity to learn about resources available for them and to build connections. There were representatives from the Veteran Affairs offices, different Veteran of Foreign War outposts, and plenty of information and resources were given to veterans.
