Russell Bush Joins The Banner Team
September 15, 2026
Russell Bush, who has covered sports across Carroll County for more than 25 years, has joined The Banner team to provide coverage of Huntingdon athletics.
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9/10/26 Episode of Guys Talking Football with Russell Bush and Eric Swenson Podcast is Live Now!
September 10, 2026
Introducing a new-to-The Banner weekly podcast titled, "Guys Talking Football" with Russell Bush and Huntingdon High School Head Football Coach Eric Swenson. Russell Bush is a sports writer and photojournalist for The Banner with over 25 years of experience. Russell joined The…
Now Hiring: Full-Time Front Office Assistant / Sales & Marketing
August 17, 2026
Tri-County Publishing, Inc. is seeking a qualified salesperson to represent The McKenzie Banner and its commercial print shop. Candidate is responsible for selling print and web advertising; printing services and advertising specialty products.
Now Hiring: Sports Stringers
August 17, 2026
Tri-County Publishing, Inc. dba The McKenzie Banner is seeking qualified sports stringers to cover sporting events in the Carroll, Henry and Weakley County area of West Tennessee while representing The McKenzie Banner. This is a part-time, contract position with the possibility of full-time. Some nights, weekends and holidays required.
Now Hiring: News Stringers
August 17, 2026
💼 We are hiring! Do you love news and have a passion for writing? The Banner has multiple opportunities available to cover your favorite team, town or interest!
West Carroll School Board to Meet
August 10, 2026
ATWOOD — The West Carroll Special School District (WCSSD) Board of Education meets Thursday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m. in the West Carroll Jr/Sr High School cafeteria. The board will discuss the following agenda items:
Dr. Jay Phipps Named Tennessee Pharmacist of the Year
August 10, 2026
NASHVILLE (July 10) — Dr. Jay Phipps is the 2026 Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year, the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) recently announced. The Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year Award is one of TPA’s highest honors recognizing a pharmacist who has distinguished the…
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.
McKenzie Police Report
July 28, 2026
Shoplifting — Alyssa Parkins, Forest Drive, Martin, was charged with Theft of Merchandise on July 24.
Carroll County General Sessions Report
July 27, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 22.
Marriage Licenses
July 27, 2026
Brandy Katesha Webb , 28, of McKenzie, to Benny Beya Benny , 21, of McKenzie.
Property Transfers
July 27, 2026
● McKenzie Public Library Enrichment Foundation to Tyler James Meek. No District listed.
Huntingdon Police Report
July 27, 2026
Shoplifting - According to a report made on July 11, Officer Brad Allen responded to Walmart after receiving a report of a shoplifter.
Carroll County Sheriff's Reports
July 27, 2026
Driving on revoked license - On July 15, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted a traffic stop after observing a gold Buick sedan traveling without visible registration and with a broken passenger-side taillight on East Main Street in Atwood.
Ryan White Selected for Local Government Leadership Program
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 21) — McKenzie Police Chief Ryan White has been selected for the 2026 Local Government Leadership Program, the McKenzie Police Department announced Tuesday.
Carroll County Library Awarded TOP Grant
July 21, 2026
NASHVILLE (July 21) — State Sen. John Stevens, State Rep. Brock Martin, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett announced a $4,862 Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) Grant award for Carroll County Library. The funding will help cover the cost of digital literacy training and…
City of Paris Begins $1.6 Million Paving Project
July 21, 2026
PARIS (July 20) — The City of Paris's 2026 Annual Street Paving Program is officially underway. Crews began milling on Volunteer Drive Monday morning, marking the start of this year's $1.6 million street improvement program.
Local Candidates Begin to Qualify for November Election
July 21, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (July 16) — Municipal seats in Atwood, Bruceton, Hollow Rock, McKenzie, McLemoresville and Trezevant will be up for grabs come November, as yet another election looms ahead in Carroll County.
Bethel University Names Dr. Joe Hames as Permanent Provost
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 20) — Bethel University announced Monday that Dr. Joseph R. Hames has been named University Provost. Hames, who has served as interim provost since 2025, becomes the first person to hold the position permanently in the University's 184-year history. The appointment…
McKenzie Police Department’s K9 Toby to Receive Body Armor Donation
July 20, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie Police Department's resident K9 officer, Toby, will soon receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
