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.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bethel University Names 286 Students to Spring 2026 Academic Honors
June 10, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. (June 9) — Bethel University has recognized 286 students for academic achievement during the Spring 2026 semester, naming 218 to the Honor Roll and 68 to the Dean's List. The …
Two Arrested in Henry County Homicide Investigation
June 10, 2026
HENRY COUNTY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, has resulted in charges against two men in connection to …
Postage Rates to Increase For Second Time This Year
June 9, 2026
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is implementing significant rate adjustments effective July 12, 2026.
Flashback Band Kicks Off Nights on Broadway
June 9, 2026
McKENZIE (June 4) — Nights on Broadway, the City of McKenzie’s summer concert series, kicked off Thursday on Banner Row with music from Flashback Band.
The Dixie to Host Art Camp
June 9, 2026
The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center’s annual summer camps kicked off in May with photography classes. This month, summer camps continue — starting with Art Camp June 15-19.
Mayor Griffin Selected for Leadership Program
June 9, 2026
McKenzie Mayor Ryan Griffin is one of 16 individuals selected to join the inaugural cohort for PULSE TN: Strengths-Based Leadership Intensive.
Summer Program Unearths Fun
June 9, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie Memorial Library’s “Unearth a Story” summer reading program continued June 5-8 with “Adopt a Dino,” “Stone Age” and “Tales at 10” events.
Lavender Festival Grows in Second Year
June 9, 2026
HOLLOW ROCK (June 6) — Lavender Kisses Farm hosted the second annual Lavender Festival Saturday.
UT Extension Programs Help Carroll County Residents Stay Active, Healthy
June 9, 2026
Carroll County residents are taking important steps toward improving their health through physical activity programs offered by UT Extension Family and Consumer Sciences.
THP Checkpoint Dates Across West Tennessee
June 9, 2026
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced multiple sobriety, driver license and safety belt checkpoints throughout Jackson District this June.
Bethel University Announces ‘Vision 2030’ Strategic Plan
June 9, 2026
McKENZIE (June 1) — Bethel University announced its new strategic plan, named “Vision 2030,” on Tuesday.
Governor Lee Unveils New ‘Welcome to Tennessee’ Signs
June 9, 2026
NASHVILLE (June 1) — Governor Bill Lee, alongside the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD), celebrated Tennessee Statehood Day on Monday with the unveiling of the state’s new “Welcome to Tennessee” signage program.
