Women's History: Hometown Health Clinic
March 25, 2025
Hometown Health Clinic, previously McKenzie Medical Center, serves patients at seven locations across northwest Tennessee.
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Women's History: Remembering Ruth Morris
March 25, 2025
McKENZIE — For decades, Ruth Coleman Morris played a pivotal role in shaping McKenzie’s financial, educational, and religious institutions.
Women's History: LaShonda Williams
March 25, 2025
LaShonda Williams has proven herself to be a pillar of the community as an accomplished entrepreneur and a diligent public servant.
Women's History: Carroll County Register of Deeds
March 25, 2025
HUNTINGDON — The Carroll County Register of Deeds Office has served as the official keeper of property records, legal documents, and historical archives for generations.
McKenzie Officials, Community Leaders Participate in Leadership Training
March 25, 2025
McKENZIE — City officials, department supervisors, and members of the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce and McKenzie Industrial Board participated in leadership training led by Joe Barker, executive director of the Southwest Tennessee Development District, on Friday, March 21, at the Vera Low Center on the Bethel University campus.
Women's History: Juanita Jones
March 25, 2025
Juanita Jones is a McKenzie native now working to improve the lives of youth in Jackson with the ultimate goal of breaking generational cycles as founder and executive director of Keep My Hood Good.
The Dixie Hosts Designing Women Market
March 18, 2025
HUNTINGDON (March 14-15) — The Dixie Carter Performing and Academic Enrichment Center, along with The Colonial Tea Room and Madi & Co., hosted the Designing Women Curated Market on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
2025 Sterling Award Winners Announced; 3 Carroll Countians
March 11, 2025
Dr. Margaret Taylor, president of Jackson Area Business and Professional Women, has announced the winners of Sterling Awards 2025: 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee, the Outstanding Woman Military Veteran and the Sue Shelton White Award.
Shelby Tucker Completes Nurse Residency Program
March 11, 2025
PARIS — West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital proudly congratulates Shelby Tucker, LPN, for successfully completing the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) Nurse Residency Program.
Kim Bell Webb Receives 2024 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award
March 11, 2025
McKENZIE (March 10) — On February 16, Kim Bell Webb was recognized as Carroll County’s recipient of the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award, celebrating her decades of commitment to community service.
West Carroll Elementary School Royalty
March 11, 2025
Miss West Carroll Elementary School Royalty (L to R): Second Maid Ally Clarke, First Maid Raelynn Maples, Queen Abigail Hays, Third Maid Maddie Martin and Fourth Maid Camilla Jenkins. Not pictured is Miss Congeniality Norah Reynolds.
McKenzie’s Teague Commits to Lindsey Wilson College
March 4, 2025
McKenzie — Martez Teague is the third McKenzie Rebel to commit to continue his football career.
Rotary Hears About Bethel SGA Project
February 25, 2025
McKENZIE (February 18)— MaKenzie Harden, a member of the Bethel University Student Government Association Cabinet (SGA), was the speaker at the February 18 meeting of the Rotary Club of McKenzie.
Anders Osborne Performs at The Dixie
February 25, 2025
HUNTINGDON (February 22) — Renowned singer-songwriter and guitarist Anders Osborne took the stage at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center as part of their 2025 Performance Series. The performance was Saturday, February 22 and offered a dynamic night of blues, as Osborne’s soulful music resonated with fans old and new.
John D. Williams: A Life Shaped by Webb High School
February 25, 2025
When John D. Williams looks back on his years at Webb High School, he doesn’t just think about textbooks and lessons. He remembers the guidance, discipline, and sense of purpose that shaped his future.
Sharon Oglesby: A Pioneer of Acceptance
February 25, 2025
In the fall of 1965, desegregation began in McKenzie schools. A handful of black students in each grade were selected to transfer from Webb School to McKenzie public schools.
Ike Gilbert: Preserving the History of Webb School
February 25, 2025
For decades, Ike Gilbert has worked to ensure that the legacy of Webb School remains alive. As a leader in the Webb School Alumni Association, he has dedicated himself to preserving the memory of the historic Black school in McKenzie.
Kim Bell Webb: A Lifetime of Serving Others
February 25, 2025
Service is second nature to Kim Bell Webb. Whether providing school supplies for children, delivering Thanksgiving meals to families in need, or organizing breast cancer awareness events, her work in the community is constant.
Charlie Scates: A Teacher’s Impact, A School’s History
February 25, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Scates has dedicated much of his life to education, both as a student and as a teacher. A native of Trezevant, he attended Webb High School, graduating in 1959.
Tara Tansil-Gentry: Hall of Famer, Coach, Educator
February 25, 2025
Tara Tansil-Gentry has built a life of excellence on the court, in the classroom, and within the community. From a standout basketball career to shaping future educators at the University of Tennessee at Martin (UTM), her journey is one of dedication, adaptability, and a deep-rooted passion for service.
