Senior Day at the Carroll County Fair
August 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 13) — The Carroll County Civic Center was the place for senior citizens on Thursday during the annual Senior Citizen Day.
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Nathan Whiting Welcomed as New VP of Operations at LIS
August 18, 2026
PARIS (August 18) — Nathan Whiting has been named the new vice president of operations at L.I. Smith & Associates, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience to the Paris-based company.
Carroll County Fair Hosts Annual Dog Show
August 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 15) — The annual Carroll County Fair Dog Show was Saturday morning in the civic center. There were 13 dogs competing in 15 categories.
Inglenook Book Club Hears From Local Author Mona Batchelor
August 18, 2026
McKENZIE (August 12) — The Inglenook Book Club gathered for its monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 12, at 3 p.m. at Lakeside. President Gail Mack presided over the proceedings, which began with the traditional reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance, the Club Aim, and the Club Motto.
Bethel Kicks Off Rotary Auction Donations
August 18, 2026
Bethel University provided the first donation for the annual McKenzie Rotary Auction, continuing a long-standing tradition between the university and the McKenzie Rotary Club.
Entering Final Days to Qualify for November Municipal Elections
August 18, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (August 18) — Municipal seats in Atwood, Bruceton, Hollow Rock, McKenzie, McLemoresville and Trezevant are up for grabs come November, as yet another election looms ahead in Carroll County.
Trezevant Alderman Warns Dangers of Data Centers: "They're Coming"
August 17, 2026
TREZEVANT (August 11) — Alderman Dan Dieringer addressed his fellow aldermen Tuesday night at the beginning of the Town of Trezevant's August board meeting, warning of the dangers of data centers. He urged the council to consider creating an ordinance regarding data centers…
Tennessee Trees Inspire Mona Batchelor’s Debut Children’s Novel
August 17, 2026
In Mona Martin Batchelor's debut children's novel, "Nora T and the Champion Tree," the retired McKenzie High School librarian uses the Tennessee Champion Tree Program to teach young readers about environmental stewardship, family traditions and the power one person has to make a…
Gasoline Prices Rise During Previous Week
August 17, 2026
TENNESSEE (August 17) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 10.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.63/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 2.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand…
Webb School Alumni to Honor Class of 1966 During Homecoming
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — The Webb School Alumni Association is hosting its annual homecoming and General Assembly over the Labor Day weekend, a celebration of the historic institution that served African American students throughout Carroll County for decades.
Park Theatre Faces Long-Term Funding Questions
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — Ten years after reviving the Park Theatre, the City of McKenzie is now grappling with the venue’s long-term sustainability following a decision to transfer $54,000 from the General Fund to cover a lingering budget deficit.
McKenzie High Alumni Reunion set for September 25-26, 2026
August 17, 2026
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) is in the final stages of planning its third annual Decades Reunion weekend on September 25-26, 2026.
Bethel Freshmen Welcomed by Community and University at Annual Fair
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE (August 15) — The McKenzie community joined Bethel University faculty, student organizations, and local representatives on Saturday to provide a warm welcome to the incoming freshman class. The event brought together a diverse group of local food vendors, medical…
Renaissance Choir Hosts Worship Service for Bethel Freshmen
August 17, 2026
Bethel's Renaissance Choir led the worship service for incoming freshmen on Sunday.
Sweet Tea Festival is This Weekend
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE — The annual Sweet Tea Festival is August 20-23, 2026, in downtown McKenzie. The city-sponsored event features entertainment, arts and crafts booths, food trucks, car show, and a small carnival.
Trezevant Board Transfers Broad Street Property to IDB
August 17, 2026
TREZEVANT (August 11) — The Town of Trezevant Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to rezone the property at 5340 Broad Street South to business and transfer its ownership to the town's Industrial Development Board (IDB) — putting an end to a months-long debate regarding what Town…
McKenzie Moves Forward with 2026 Paving Project
August 14, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — The McKenzie City Council on Thursday approved a bid offer for the city's next big paving project, which is now expected to begin within the next month. The project includes David Street, Field Street, Locust Avenue, the parking lot at theDEPOT and the…
Park Theatre Faces Long-Term Funding Questions
August 14, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — Ten years after reviving the Park Theatre, the City of McKenzie is now grappling with the venue’s long-term sustainability following a decision to transfer $54,000 from the General Fund to cover a lingering budget deficit.
Former Police Station to House McKenzie Rotary Food Pantry
August 14, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — After living primarily in McKenzie City Hall for several months, the McKenzie Rotary Club's food pantry has officially found a home. During Thursday night's meeting, the McKenzie City Council agreed to house the food pantry in the city's former police…
Super Drugs Sign Gets a Makeover
August 13, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — Super Drugs underwent a small makeover Thursday, with the installation of brand new “Health Mart Pharmacy” panels on the pharmacy’s downtown signage.
