Alivia Hudgins: A Familiar Face Joins the Pharmacy Counter
June 23, 2026
McKENZIE — After four years of intensive study and clinical training across West Tennessee, McKenzie native Alivia Hudgins is bringing her new expertise back to her hometown.
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Historical Society Explores Roots of Natchez Trace Area
June 23, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 17) — Brenda Brown served as the featured speaker at the Huntingdon Historical Society’s June meeting, where she outlined the history of early settlement and the development of the Natchez Trace State Forest area in Carroll County.
Hometown Health Hosts Back-to-School Blitz
June 23, 2026
McKENZIE (June 17) — Hometown Health Clinic hosted a Back-to-School Blitz Wednesday at the pediatric office on Hospital Drive.
WestStar Graduates 36th Class
June 23, 2026
MARTIN (June 16) — Martin WestStar Leadership Program honored its 2026 class Tuesday, June 16, in the Boling University Center’s Duncan Ballroom.
Clarksburg Receives Small City Progress Award
June 23, 2026
NASHVILLE (June 15) — With a population of only 379, the city of Clarksburg shows that even the smallest municipality can make big progress through collaboration and innovation.
Local Student Attends UTM Governor’s School
June 23, 2026
MARTIN — Ansley Hollingsworth of Carroll County was among 49 students statewide to participate in the Tennessee Governor’s School for the Humanities during the month of June.
The Backroad Truckers Play Nights on Broadway in Park Theatre
June 23, 2026
McKENZIE (June 18) — The Backroad Truckers headlined the City of McKenzie's Nights on Broadway event Thursday, June 18.
Carroll County Juneteenth Celebration Focuses on Unity
June 22, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 20) — The Carroll County Juneteenth Celebration was Saturday at the Carroll County Civic Center Exhibit Building. The all-day event began with a mid-morning parade through downtown and ended with a dance at the civic center. In between, there was great food, fun activities, vendors and plenty of fellowship.
McKenzie Memorial Library Summer Readers Get Crafty
June 22, 2026
McKENZIE (June 18, 20) — McKenzie Memorial Library's summer readers got crafty last week for two events, continuing the summer program's dinosaur-themed "Unearth a Story."
Shooting Hunger Draws Over 200
June 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 19) — Shooting Hunger hosted its annual West Tennessee event, a Sporting Clays Fun Shoot, Friday at the Carroll County Shooting Sports Park. The event drew over 200 participants.
Brenda Brown to Tell About Natchez Trace State Forest
June 16, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Brenda Brown is Huntingdon Historical Society's June storyteller, presenting on the Round Top in the Natchez Trace State Forest.
Gleason's Tater Week Takes Shape
June 16, 2026
GLEASON — The City of Gleason's annual Tater Week has begun to take shape, with the 2026 Tater Town Special scheduled for August 31–September 5.
Local Travelers Experience the Magic of Japan
June 16, 2026
McKENZIE — Imagine standing beneath a golden temple, sharing stories with Japanese university students, sipping matcha during a centuries-old tea ceremony, or seeing the world’s largest city beneath you from hundreds of feet in the air.
Nelson Summer Basketball Camps: Over Two Decades of Cultivating Young Players
June 16, 2026
McKENZIE (June 15) — For just over two decades, Bethel University Lady Wildcat Basketball Head Coach Chris Nelson has spent part of each summer cultivating young players with help from his players and staff in a series of three-day camps.
WestStar Announces WestTeach Class of 2026
June 16, 2026
MARTIN — The University of Tennessee at Martin WestStar Leadership Program announced its WestTeach Class of 2026, the eighth cohort of the WestTeach program.
McKenzie Rotary Club Learns About Carroll Arts’ Mission
June 16, 2026
McKENZIE (June 9) — The Rotary Club of McKenzie welcomed representatives from Carroll Arts to the Vera Low Center on the campus of Bethel University this past Tuesday, June 9.
Local Coalition Combats Hunger Through Rotary Peace Project
June 16, 2026
McKENZIE (June 13) — Four hundred local residents received hot, nutritious meals on Saturday, June 13, as the McKenzie Rotary Club, the Webb Alumni Association, and a coalition of local partner churches hosted a successful Free Community Feeding event.
Dr. Norma Gerrell Named Clarksburg Virtual Academy Principal
June 16, 2026
CLARKSBURG, Tenn. (June 10) – Dr. Norma Scott Gerrell is Clarksburg Virtual Academy's new principal, the South Carroll Special School District announced Wednesday.
Happy Book Stack McKenzie Celebrates First Anniversary
June 16, 2026
McKENZIE (June 9) — The Happy Book Stack McKenzie marked its one-year anniversary Tuesday evening with a customer appreciation event, offering patrons free pizza and cake.
Carroll County Library Summer Reading Program Delights in First Week
June 12, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 8-12) — The Carroll County Library's Summer Reading Program had a big first week of events, including two interactive programs by musician Alice Hardin and the West Tennessee Public Utility District.
