Bethel Installs New Signage on University Drive
October 28, 2025
McKENZIE — Bethel University installed new signage at the intersection of State Route 22 and University Drive.
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Twelfth Annual Boo Bash Exceeds ‘Wildest Expectations’
October 28, 2025
McKENZIE (October 23) — The Boo Bash, McKenzie’s long-awaited annual Halloween celebration, drew in thousands of costumed attendees Thursday.
Meet the Satterfields
October 28, 2025
Like many people who grew up in McKenzie, young Courtney Satterfield experienced the magic of Christmas between the displays of the McKenzie City Florist.
McKenzie Middle School Blood Drive Exceeds Goal
October 24, 2025
McKENZIE (October 23) — McKenzie Middle School hosted a blood drive Thursday during parent-teacher conference and exceeded its donation goal. The Lifeline Blood Services Bloodmobile …
Pepsi Mid-America Honors McKenzie Golf's Weatherford
October 23, 2025
McKENZIE (October 21) — Representatives of Pepsi Mid-America honored McKenzie High School golf standout Charli Weatherford Tuesday with a plaque.
West Carroll Boo Bash Scares Up Festive Fun for Massive Crowd
October 22, 2025
ATWOOD (October 21) — West Carroll Junior Senior High School's annual Boo Bash Tuesday drew a massive turnout. The event featured trunk-or-treat, food trucks, games, activities, a bouncy house, a haunted classroom, a photo booth, a pumpkin contest and a costume contest.
Boo Bash is Thursday
October 21, 2025
McKenzie’s twelfth-annual Boo Bash is Thursday. The Halloween event, sponsored by Bethel University and the City of McKenzie, is on Thursday, October 23, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in downtown McKenzie.
Huntingdon Historical Society Presents Reenactors of Prominent Figures
October 21, 2025
HUNTINGDON (October 15) — The Huntingdon Historical Society presented its monthly program Wednesday morning at city hall. Three prominent figures from Huntingdon's history were brought to life by reenactors delivering rich historical accounts from their perspectives.
Local Businesses Return From Destination BootCamp
October 21, 2025
JACKSON (October 14-16) — Representatives from McKenzie’s Dilla’s Sewing and Paris’ L.I. Smith & Associates, Inc. recently returned from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s (TDTD) Destination Business BootCamp® program, hosted at Jackson’s Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store.
Huntingdon Spookfest Debuts to Thousands
October 21, 2025
HUNTINGDON (October 14) — Thousands of families filed into Huntingdon’s Kelley Sports Complex Tuesday night for Spookfest, presented by the Nolan and Courtney Turner Memorial Fund, the Carroll County Prevention Coalition (CCPC), the Carl Perkins Center and the Town of Huntingdon.
Henry County to Deliver Thanksgiving Meals to Veterans in Need
October 21, 2025
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office along with the Henry County Veteran Service Office will be delivering Thanksgiving food boxes to any veteran that may be in need for a Thanksgiving meal.
Sporting Clay Shoot Raises Money for Carl Perkins Center
October 21, 2025
HUNTINGDON (October 17) — The Henderson County Carl Perkins Center hosted a Sporting Clay Shoot Friday, October 17, at the Carroll County Shooting Sports Park in Huntingdon, capturing the attention of many northwest Tennessee businesses.
McKenzie Head Start Hosts Camp Day
October 14, 2025
McKENZIE (October 10) — Northwest Tennessee Head Start hosted its very first Camp Day Friday, October 10. Children and parents alike spent the morning doing arts and crafts centered around camping traditions.
West Carroll Elementary Hosts Story Walk to Celebrate Literacy Night
October 14, 2025
TREZEVANT — West Carroll Elementary School brought stories to life on Thursday evening, October 9, during its Literacy Night Story Walk at the Trezevant Community Park.
Senior Citizens Enjoy Weekly Motorcycle Trips
October 14, 2025
McKENZIE (October 10) — Who says senior citizens are sitting in the recliner? Members of the McKenzie Senior Center enjoy life both at the center and on the road.
Carroll County Chamber Banquet is October 27
October 14, 2025
HUNTINGDON — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce hosts its forty-second annual Membership Banquet Monday, October 27, at the Carroll County Civic Center. The evening begins at 6:15 p.m. with a silent auction. The banquet follows at 6:30 p.m.
Inglenook Book Club News
October 14, 2025
The Inglenook Book Club held its monthly meeting on October 8 at 3 p.m. at Lakeside Senior Retirement Community. President Gail Mack called the meeting to order, first thanking hostesses Victoria Ard and Carolyn Potts for serving delicious pumpkin-shaped cakes, along with assorted nuts, candy corn, and beverages. The Pledge of Allegiance, Club Aim, and Motto were recited by all.
Veterans Information Fair Held in County
October 14, 2025
HUNTINGDON (October 9) — Area veterans had the opportunity to learn more about available benefits, plus learn information about services available exclusively for veterans and their families.
McKenzie High School Exceeds Lifeline Blood Donation Goal
October 14, 2025
McKENZIE (October 7) — In the first of two visits from Lifeline Blood Services this school year, McKenzie High School students exceeded the school’s goal of donating 40 units of blood. By the end of the day, Lifeline received 49 units of blood.
McKenzie Firefighters Assist Elementary Reading Program
October 14, 2025
McKENZIE (October 6) — McKenzie Elementary School hosts frequent reading nights at the MES Library. Librarian Jill Wilson opens the library during these reading nights.
