McKenzie Middle School Honor Roll – Second Nine Weeks
January 12, 2026
McKENZIE (January 12) — McKenzie Middle School released All A's and All A and B honor rolls Monday for the second nine weeks of the 2025-26 school year.
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Huntingdon Middle School Dedicates 'Bill Ezell-David Hale Gymnasium' to Legendary Coaches
January 12, 2026
HUNTINGDON (January 10) — A large crowd gathered Saturday afternoon at Huntingdon Middle School for a dedication ceremony naming the gymnasium for legendary coaches Bill Ezell and David Hale.
IRS announces first day of 2026 filing season; online tools and resources help with tax filing
January 11, 2026
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season. This year, several new tax law provisions of the One, Big, …
Jean L. Moore
January 9, 2026
Mrs. Jean L. Moore, 79, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, peacefully in her sleep at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services are in the Chapel of Chase …
Historical Events from January 1926
January 6, 2026
The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1926.
Living at Lakeside News
January 6, 2026
What a gift the month of December has been for our residents.
Rotary Donates to United Neighbors
January 6, 2026
Recently, the McKenzie Rotary Club donated $5,000 to McKenzie’s United Neighbors.
County Chamber Announces Capital Talk Dates for 2026
January 6, 2026
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce announces the dates for its annual Capitol Talk series for 2026. These events are designed to connect local business leaders and community members with state legislators, providing an open forum for discussing policy updates, legislative priorities, and issues impacting Carroll County.
Tennessee Sees Drop in Traffic Fatalities in 2025
January 6, 2026
NASHVILLE — Tennessee recorded a significant decline in traffic fatalities in 2025, with 147 fewer roadway deaths than the previous year, according to year-end data released by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Influenza Activity on the Rise in Tennessee
January 6, 2026
NASHVILLE (December 29) — Influenza (flu) activity is currently increasing, and it’s important to consider getting a flu shot to protect yourself and those around you.
McKenzie School Board Hears Good News of Unexpected State Revenue
January 6, 2026
McKENZIE (January 3) — McKenzie Special School District Board of Education received some unexpected good news as it relates to state revenues.
Lifeline January Blood Drives
January 6, 2026
January 6 – 12:30-5:30 p.m. – West TN Healthcare-Milan General
McKenzie Educator Karlene Ellis Earns Ph.D.
January 5, 2026
WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. (December 15) — McKenzie educator and coach Karlene Ellis was recently awarded a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies with an emphasis on educational leadership from the University of the Cumberlands. Dr. Ellis teaches Special Education at McKenzie Middle School and coaches boys' and girls' soccer at McKenzie High School.
Local Health Departments Join Tennessee Quit Week to Promote Smoking Cessation as a Healthy Start to 2026
January 2, 2026
Huntingdon, TN — Tennessee Quit Week is Jan. 5 to Jan. 9, 2026, and the Carroll County Health Department is encouraging smokers to take a life-changing step for their health, their families, and …
Reynolds Sisters Bring Championship Culture to Bethel Lady Wildcats
December 30, 2025
Kylie and Mikaela Reynolds are McKenzie High School alumni and basketball standouts who helped lead the Lady Rebels to back-to-back state championships in 2022 and 2023.
Try These New Year’s Superstitions
December 30, 2025
On New Year’s Day, it’s safe to follow one general rule of thumb: anything you do for the next 24 hours sets a precedent for the coming year.
80 Years Ago This Week…
December 30, 2025
The 1945-46 McKenzie High Blue Cyclones won three games and lost one on a 1945 Christmas road trip through southern Georgia to play some of that state’s top girls basketball teams.
Barnhart Earns Medals at Bodybuilding Contest
December 30, 2025
CHATTANOOGA (November 8) — Chad Barnhart, a Huntingdon councilman and rescue squad member, earned a pair of medals at the recent NPC Night of Champions at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
The Dixie Kicks Off New Year with Great Shows
December 30, 2025
The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center welcomes the new year with a standout January lineup featuring celebrated music and comedy talent. Tickets for all performances are on sale now.
Gas Prices Decline During Week
December 30, 2025
TENNESSEE (December 29) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee fell 3.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.38/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee.
