Women Find Community at the Refinery’s Morning Bootcamps
July 29, 2025
At 5:45 a.m., before the sun has a chance to rise, the Refinery gym parking lot is full. On weekday mornings, the McKenzie gym becomes the most popular establishment in town.
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Fire Chief Fordon Deployed To Kerr County After Flooding
July 29, 2025
KERRVILLE, Texas — John Fordon, Huntingdon’s fire chief, has dedicated most of his professional life to helping those in need. When disastrous floods hit Kerr County on July 4, Chief Fordon was ready to get to work.
Bethel Graduate Gracelyn Eaves Named First Runner-Up In Miss Tennessee Volunteer
July 29, 2025
JACKSON (July 26) — Gracelyn Eaves, a graduate of Bethel University, earned the title of First Runner-Up in the Miss Tennessee Volunteer pageant held in Jackson on July 26.
Dresden’s Winn Signs with Rams
July 29, 2025
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. (July 21) — Dresser Winn, a football standout and 2017 graduate of Dresden High School, signed with the Los Angeles Rams Monday.
MMS Principal Royle Retires, Passes Torch to Kee
July 22, 2025
McKENZIE (July 15) — McKenzie Middle School announced the retirement of Principal Dorethea Royle Tuesday. The same day, Assistant Principal Josh Kee was named the new principal.
Tate Recognized During Men’s Focus Month
July 22, 2025
Markee Tate, a Huntingdon High School and Middle Tennessee State University alum, received a spotlight from the Cascade Business Merchant Association (CascadeBMA) for Men’s Focus Month for his leadership, dedication and business achievements.
Ensley Signs to Kansas City Royals as Free Agent
July 22, 2025
After spending five years on the Tennessee Volunteers baseball roster, Huntingdon native Hunter Ensley has found a new home field — in Kansas City.
Wayford Washburn, Sr. Honored by Bank of Gleason on 100th Birthday
July 22, 2025
McKENZIE (July 21) — Wayford Otis Washburn, Sr. of McKenzie, was honored by the staff of the Bank of Gleason-McKenzie branch on Monday, July 21 on his 100th birthday.
Holland Shares with Historical Society
July 22, 2025
HUNTINGDON (July 16) — Guest speaker Jack Holland shared stories from McKenzie’s history, from the city’s creation to moments from more recent memory, at the Huntingdon Historical Society (HSS) meeting on Wednesday.
Nights on Broadway Presents Crooked Creek
July 18, 2025
McKENZIE (July 17) — Downtown summer music series Nights on Broadway continued Thursday with Crooked Creek. The local band entertained the crowd with an eclectic set, inspiring some to turn Banner Row into a dance floor.
Washburn to Celebrate 100th Birthday
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE — Wayford Otis Washburn, Sr. of McKenzie, is celebrating his 100th birthday on July 21, 2025. He is one of the few World War II veterans remaining in Carroll County. His military service was in post-conflict (Yokahoma), Japan.
Last Annual Vol State Road Race Passes Through Weakley, Carroll County
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE (July 10-12) — Over three days, residents of Weakley and Carroll County saw over a hundred ultramarathon runners pass through in the early stages of an epic journey spanning the state.
Students Represent McKenzie Beta at National Convention
July 15, 2025
Several McKenzie High School students recently returned from the National Beta Conference in Orlando, with one ranking nationally in an art competition.
Carroll County Library Summer Readers Learn About Wildfire Prevention, Smokey Bear
July 10, 2025
HUNTINGDON (July 10) — Carroll County Library summer readers learned about Smokey Bear and wildfire prevention on Thursday.
Sue Bush to Celebrate 90th Birthday
July 8, 2025
The family of Mrs. Sue Bush is hosting her 90th Birthday Party on July 19 at the McLemoresville Activities Center between the hours of 2 and 4 p.m.
McKenzie High Decades Reunion Taking Shape
July 2, 2025
Planning continues for the McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) Decades Reunion that is less than three months away. It will take place on Friday-Saturday, September 19-20, 2025 in conjunction with the MHS football homecoming.
Carroll County Celebrates Renovated Health Department
July 1, 2025
HUNTINGDON (June 30) — The Carroll County Health Department, located at 633 High Street, celebrated a $795,000 renovation on Monday, June 30.
Two Local Professionals Graduate From WestStar
July 1, 2025
Madison Endres and Rakaya Humphreys recently graduated from WestStar Leadership.
Beta Sigma Phi Marks 40 Years of Community Service
July 1, 2025
McKENZIE — Beta Sigma Phi is a ladies' international service organization. The McKenzie chapter was organized May 28, 1985.
Charles Kemp Honored by Shiloh Cemetery Board
June 26, 2025
Charles Kemp was recently honored for his 34 years of outstanding service as secretary and treasurer of the Shiloh Cemetery Board in McKenzie. Being such a valued board member, all were appreciative of his willingness to continue to remain on the board.
