Egg Drop Draws Thousands
April 15, 2025
McKenzie (March 23) — Record crowds filled McKenzie City Park as thousands of excited children from throughout West Tennessee gathered for the fourth annual McKenzie Chamber of Commerce’s Easter Egg Drop.
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Weakley County Schools Offer Portable Internet Access
April 9, 2025
Weakley County Schools is offering free portable high-speed internet access for its K-12 students through T-Mobile for Education's Project 10Million, helping bridge the digital divide and make learning even more accessible.
Petals Azola
April 8, 2025
Petals Azola, a florist and boutique located at 1907 Cedar Street in McKenzie, opened in November of 2022.
MHS Alumni Decades Reunion is September 19-20
April 8, 2025
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) has announced the MHS Alumni Decades Reunion Weekend is set for September 19-20, 2025. It is in conjunction with this year’s MHS football homecoming.
Airport to be Renamed in Honor of Sgt. Lee Russell
April 8, 2025
HUNTINGDON (April 7) — In the coming weeks, it is likely the Carroll County Airport will undergo a name change.
GCAC Featured on WLJT-TV
April 8, 2025
Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC) is the featured organization on “Tennessee is Talking,” a special interest segment on WLJT-TV, West Tennessee’s Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). GCAC is featured during the April 2025 airings.
Unemployment Rates Drop in 88 Tennessee Counties
April 8, 2025
NASHVILLE — More Tennesseans were on the job in February than the previous month as 88 of 95 counties reported a decline in their unemployment rates, the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) announced today.
McKenzie High Hosts 30th Annual Honors Banquet
April 8, 2025
McKENZIE (April 1) — McKenzie High School hosted its 30th annual Honors Banquet on Tuesday, April 1 in the schools gymnasium. The annual event is sponsored by the McKenzie Rotary Club, that sponsored a pre-event meal for the honorees and provided the four-year plaques.
Gasoline Prices Decline
April 8, 2025
TENNESSEE (April 7) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee fell 2.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.76/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee.
Tornadoes and Flooding Leave Trail of Damage, Threats Continue
April 4, 2025
McKENZIE (April 4) — From April 2 to April 4, a powerful system of storms and flooding left widespread damage across West and Middle Tennessee, including multiple tornadoes, road washouts, and confirmed fatalities in the Tri-County area and beyond. As of 5:00 p.m. Friday, emergency declarations remain in effect across all 95 counties, with the State Emergency Operations Center activated at Level 3 – State of Emergency.
American Legion Post 94 Remains Active in Dresden
April 4, 2025
DRESDEN (April 4) — American Legion Post 94 in Dresden remains active, despite public perception that it closed several years ago. The misunderstanding followed a membership decision to close the on-site bar and transition to an alcohol-free facility. While that change led some to believe the Post had shut down, it continues to serve local veterans and the community.
Severe Weather and Flooding Threats Escalate for McKenzie and Surrounding Areas
April 2, 2025
McKENZIE (April 2) — The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an Extreme Weather Advisory for Carroll, Henry, and Weakley counties, warning of a “Particularly Dangerous Situation” unfolding across West Tennessee through the weekend. As of 1:00 p.m., the region is under a Flood Watch, a Wind Advisory, and a Level 5 High Risk severe weather outlook—the most serious issued classification by the Storm Prediction Center.
McKenzie School Board Approves Volleyball, Tours STEM, Nursing Rooms
April 2, 2025
McKENZIE (April 2) — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education met April 1 and approved volleyball as a school-sponsored sport at McKenzie High School and McKenzie Middle School.
Carroll County Humane Society Hosts Bow Wow at the Barn
April 1, 2025
McKENZIE (March 22) — The Carroll County Humane Society hosted its annual Bow Wow at the Barn Saturday at The Venue at Waddell Place to raise funds for the non-profit organization’s needs.
West Carroll Names Miss WCHS, Miss WCJH
April 1, 2025
ATWOOD (March 26) — West Carroll schools honored two new queens this spring as part of their annual beauty review competitions, selecting 2025 royalty for both the high school and junior high divisions.
Gasoline Prices Increase During Week
April 1, 2025
TENNESSEE (March 31) —Average gasoline prices in Tennessee increased 12.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.78/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee.
WarZone Ax n Tag
April 1, 2025
WarZone Ax n Tag, located at 12915 US-79, just south of McKenzie, offers endless, affordable fun in a safe, friendly environment.
Kustoff Bill Would Authorize Cellphone Jamming in Prisons
April 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 28) — U.S. Rep. David Kustoff (R-TN) and U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced legislation March 26 to allow cellphone jamming systems to be deployed inside federal and state correctional housing units, aiming to curb criminal activity coordinated through contraband phones.
Rotary Members Learn About L.I. Smith
April 1, 2025
McKENZIE (March 25) — McKenzie Rotary members heard about L.I. Smith, a full-service, integrative engineering and surveying company that provides services to the public and private sectors.
FFA Plant Sales Set for McKenzie, West Carroll
April 1, 2025
McKENZIE (March 31) — Local Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters are preparing for their annual plant sales, offering a wide selection of flowers, vegetables and hanging baskets just in time for spring planting.
