Hunker Down With Kes: Raised On Milk Duds and Goo Goo’s
August 4, 2026
People ask me how did we have the energy to do all the things I write about in those black and white bygone years of the 1950’s. The answer here is simple.
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The Wit and Wisdom of David Johnson: Over The River and Through the Woods
August 4, 2026
“Over the river and through the woods” — it’s a phrase that makes me sing the song, a song that reminds me of the coming holidays.
Keelan Sneed Receives Tennessee Grocers Scholarship
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE — The Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation recently awarded Keelan Sneed of McKenzie with a Smith & Woods Management Scholarship in the amount of $1,300.
Lynn Watkins Named Head Men's Golf Coach at Bethel University
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE (August 4) — Bethel University Vice President of Athletics Derek Horne announced Thursday the hiring of Lynn Watkins as the new head coach of the Wildcats' men's golf program.
Vintage Baseball Teams to Play at Parkers Crossroads
August 4, 2026
PARKERS CROSSROADS — The Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park hosts the second home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club at noon on Saturday, August 8.
Longtime CEO Retires from Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County
August 3, 2026
HUNTINGDON — After a fulfilling 34 years, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Susan Breeden is saying goodbye to Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County and hello to retirement. The Huntingdon hospital held a retirement reception for Breeden on Friday, July 31, honoring her decades of…
Inside McKenzie's 'Coolest' New Dessert Destination
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE — What started with buying an Italian ice machine for his tiny home has turned into what might be Shane Yarbrough's biggest business venture yet. Yarbrough, a Gleason native, held a grand opening celebration for Italian Ice & Froyo Co. on Saturday, August 1 — but to the…
Living at Lakeside News
July 31, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — Nine residents celebrated birthdays in July, right alongside America celebrating her 250th birthday. Those residents were Charles Garner, Betty Grimble, Anne Isom, Lonnelle McMillen, Peggy Luther, Thomas Crawford, Elbert Hatley, Phyllis Maddox and Marjorie…
Carroll Lake Golf Club Has New Owner
July 31, 2026
Carroll Lake Golf Club has a new owner, and he's ready to take a swing at improving the course.
The Dixie Announces 2026-27 Education Series
July 29, 2026
The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center has announced its 2026-27 Education Series, highlighting an exciting lineup of educational performances.
Xavier Jimenez Awarded $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship
July 29, 2026
BATON ROUGE, La. (July 28) — The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi recently awarded Xavier Jimenez of McKenzie with a fellowship worth $8,500. Jimenez is one of 40 individuals nationwide to receive a Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship.
Bethel University Global Studies Program Marks 16 Years of Worldwide Impact
July 29, 2026
MCKENZIE (July 28) — Stacie Freeman, professor of sociology and director of Global Studies at Bethel University, addressed the Rotary Club of McKenzie on July 28, 2026, to detail the evolution and future expansion of the university's global travel program.
Patrick Willis Named NFL Alumni Northern California Man of the Year
July 29, 2026
Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tiger turned San Francisco 49er Patrick Willis was recently the proud recipient of the NFL Alumni Northern California Chapter Man of the Year Award. The NFL alum shared news of his award online on Tuesday, July 28.
Webb School Hosts Back-to-School Events
July 28, 2026
McKENZIE (July 25) — The Webb School was the site of a community effort Saturday to help local children prepare for the upcoming school year. The event was open to students in grades K-8.
