McKenzie Middle Presents Black History Program
March 4, 2025
McKENZIE (February 25) — McKenzie Middle School presented an exciting, inspiring and informative Black History program Tuesday morning with numerous special guests.
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The Coalminers Presented Always Loretta
March 4, 2025
HUNTINGDON (March 1) — Emily Portman, hand selected by Loretta Lynn herself, offered an authentic tribute to the late Loretta Lynn while singing us a medley of Loretta’s biggest hits - all with Loretta’s original band members on Saturday, March 1 at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon.
Sharon Oglesby: A Pioneer of Acceptance
February 25, 2025
In the fall of 1965, desegregation began in McKenzie schools. A handful of black students in each grade were selected to transfer from Webb School to McKenzie public schools.
James Hunt: Carrying the Spirit of Webb High School
February 25, 2025
James Hunt grew up knowing that success meant hard work. At Webb High School, that belief was reinforced daily—by strict teachers, high expectations, and the understanding that nothing would come easy.
John D. Williams: A Life Shaped by Webb High School
February 25, 2025
When John D. Williams looks back on his years at Webb High School, he doesn’t just think about textbooks and lessons. He remembers the guidance, discipline, and sense of purpose that shaped his future.
William Milam Jr.: A Profile in Service
February 25, 2025
William Milam, Jr., better known as “Junior,” has dedicated his life to service, both to community and to country. It’s a trait he attributes directly to an act of kindness he experienced in the wake of a tragedy at a young age.
Karlene Brown: From Champion on the Field to Champion in Her Field
February 25, 2025
The melting pot that is America offers opportunities to those willing to seize them, but sometimes, what America gets out of the exchange is even more valuable.
Heart Health Luncheon Held at Baptist-Carroll County
February 25, 2025
HUNTINGDON (February 21) — February is Heart Month. It is a time to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the world. During Heart Month, organizations and individuals focus on promoting heart health by providing information, resources, and events to encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
Willie Oglesby Jr.: On the Front Line of Integration
February 25, 2025
Desegregation began in McKenzie schools in the fall of 1965 when a small number of black students in each grade were selected to transfer from Webb School to McKenzie public schools.
The Lasting Legacy of Daisy Nolen Dudley
February 25, 2025
Daisy Nolen Dudley, a 1957 graduate of Webb High School, has left an indelible mark on the McKenzie community through her decades of service as an educator.
Rotary Hears About Bethel SGA Project
February 25, 2025
McKENZIE (February 18)— MaKenzie Harden, a member of the Bethel University Student Government Association Cabinet (SGA), was the speaker at the February 18 meeting of the Rotary Club of McKenzie.
Ike Gilbert: Preserving the History of Webb School
February 25, 2025
For decades, Ike Gilbert has worked to ensure that the legacy of Webb School remains alive. As a leader in the Webb School Alumni Association, he has dedicated himself to preserving the memory of the historic Black school in McKenzie.
Flooding, Winter Storm Kingston Bring Severe Weather to Tri-County Area
February 25, 2025
The tri-county area faced a week of extreme weather, beginning with heavy rainfall and flooding on February 15-16, followed by Winter Storm Kingston bringing snow, ice, power outages, and dangerous road conditions from February 18-21.
Charlie Scates: A Teacher’s Impact, A School’s History
February 25, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Scates has dedicated much of his life to education, both as a student and as a teacher. A native of Trezevant, he attended Webb High School, graduating in 1959.
Tara Tansil-Gentry: Hall of Famer, Coach, Educator
February 25, 2025
Tara Tansil-Gentry has built a life of excellence on the court, in the classroom, and within the community. From a standout basketball career to shaping future educators at the University of Tennessee at Martin (UTM), her journey is one of dedication, adaptability, and a deep-rooted passion for service.
Kim Bell Webb: A Lifetime of Serving Others
February 25, 2025
Service is second nature to Kim Bell Webb. Whether providing school supplies for children, delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need, or organizing breast cancer awareness events, her work in the community is constant.
Living at Lakeside News
February 25, 2025
Greetings, On February first we got ahead of Punxsutawney Phil with our own Groundhog Day Predictions.
Trezevant Faced with Major Water System Upgrades
February 18, 2025
TREZEVANT (February 11) — The Town of Trezevant is facing major upgrades to its water and wastewater system to meet current regulatory requirements. Water systems consultant, Robert Kelley, said the needed upgrades could cost as much as $6 million over a several-year period.
Battalion Chief Jason Arnold Works To Improve Mental Health Support
February 18, 2025
McKENZIE — Battalion Chief Jason Arnold has joined Tennessee’s statewide crisis response strike team, a unit formed under the Tennessee Fire Chaplains Association and the Department of Health. The team provides mental health and crisis support to first responders and the public during natural disasters and emergencies.
McKenzie to Move Forward on Mulberry Soccer Complex
February 18, 2025
McKENZIE (February 13) — The City of McKenzie has moved one step closer to the construction of a soccer complex to be located at Mulberry Park.
