Gleason Library Reopens After Wall Collapse
June 11, 2024
GLEASON (June 8) — Community members welcomed the reopening of the Gleason Memorial Library after a 10-month closure due to a wall collapsing.
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Steve McCadams 'Casting for a Cure' Kids Fishing Rodeo Returns to McKenzie City Park June 15
June 4, 2024
Calling all youngsters who want to catch fish and win prizes at the same time! The Steve McCadams “Casting For A Cure” Kids Fishing Rodeo returns to McKenzie’s City Park Lake on Saturday, June 15th for a fun filled morning where even little fish produce big smiles.
RaeKar Begins McKenzie Solid Waste Pickup in July
June 4, 2024
McKENZIE (May 29) — Starting July 1, 2024, RaeKar, a Tennessee-based and family-owned waste services company, will begin trash-collection services for the City of McKenzie.
Kids Fishing Rodeo Set for June 15
June 4, 2024
Calling all youngsters who want to catch fish and win prizes at the same time!
E.W. James Marks 90-Years of Service
June 4, 2024
E.W. James & Sons, Inc., a family-owned business since its founding in 1934 by E.W. James, proudly announces its 90th anniversary celebration. This milestone marks a remarkable journey that began with E.W. James purchasing his first store from his brother-in-law for $5,000 in Hickman, KY. Today, E.W. James & Sons continues to thrive with 11 locations across northwest Tennessee, staying true to its roots and values.
West Tennessee Nonprofit Awarded National Recognition
June 4, 2024
New Orleans, La. (May 31) — When GoAbroad presented its annual awards recognizing innovation in international education on May 31 in New Orleans, LA, Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC) claimed the award for Innovation in Philanthropy.
Belew Awarded Gleason Yard of the Month
June 4, 2024
The Gleason Yard of the Month for May goes to Ms. Pam Belew at 105 Briar Cove. The home was built in 2000 and has been beautifully maintained ever since. Ms. Belew gives great attention to every lawn and landscaping detail on the property.
County Complex Receiving Much Need Renovations
June 4, 2024
HUNTINGDON (May 30) — The Carroll County Complex is undergoing much needed renovations. Through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds, the Carroll County Commission pledged $500,000 for maintenance, repair and improvements.
Henry County Commissioners, Hospital Board Review West Tennessee Healthcare Negotiations
June 4, 2024
PARIS (May 31) — It was another lengthy and stressful night for the Henry County Commission Thursday evening which saw the commission overwhelmingly approve the sale of the Henry County Healthcare Center nursing home, with two commissioners voting no and a third abstaining.
Carroll County Inclusion Park to Hold Photo Contest
June 4, 2024
The Carroll County Inclusion Park is looking for photos of you or your child with their certified service animal.
Carroll County Inclusion Park Vandalized
May 28, 2024
HUNTINGDON (May 24) — As completion nears, the Carroll County Inclusion Park suffered a setback due to being vandalized last week. The incident has pushed the opening date back.
Coach Keith Hodge Speaks to Rotary
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE (May 21) — Keith Hodge, new head football coach at McKenzie High School, was the guest speaker at McKenzie Rotary Club on Tuesday, May 21.
TCAT-McKenzie to Break Ground on New Administrative Offices, Classrooms
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE — Construction will begin later this year on a new administrative and classroom complex at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology at McKenzie. Construction is slated to begin in the fall of 2024 and take more than one year to complete. Bell and Associates is the general contractor.
McKenzie Farmers Market Opens June 1
May 28, 2024
The Farmers Market at 2451 Cedar Street is opening on June 1 and continues each Saturday until October 19. Saturday hours are 8 a.m. to noon. Tuesday hours are 3 to 6 p.m.
Gleason Honored as a Tennessee Downtown Revitalization Community
May 28, 2024
Gleason was selected to be one of twelve towns in the state to benefit from the Tennessee Downtowns Program, which will benefit downtown Gleason in a variety of ways over the next two years. Angie Lassiter of Gleason Downtown Revitalization, and Mayor Charles Anderson attended the kick-off meeting in Nashville on May 21 for this prestigious program.
Weekly 150: Walter Sidney Butler, Jr.
May 28, 2024
After listening to Dr. Walter Butler speak this morning at Huntingdon’s Memorial Day event, I really wanted to know more about his uncle, Major Walter Sidney Butler, Jr. Within a few minutes of searching on-line for information, I found a treasure trove, and I am sharing it now in memory of Major Butler.
McKenzie Station Splash Pad, Harmony Park Now Open
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE — McKenzie Station Splash Pad and the adjacent Harmony Park reopened Saturday, May 25 in downtown McKenzie. It is open daily 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for children.
Nights on Broadway Returns to McKenzie
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE — Musical entertainment returns to downtown McKenzie during the summer with six nightly performances. All performances are free of charge. Spectators are urged to bring a lawn chair.
Bethel’s Gaines Pool to Close
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE — Bethel University’s Gaines Pool is slated to close because of the maintenance cost of the indoor swimming pool.
McKenzie, Huntingdon Host Memorial Day Events
May 28, 2024
McKENZIE/HUNTINGDON (May 27) — McKenzie and Huntingdon hosted their annual Memorial Day events honoring those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
