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Huntingdon’s Hunter Ensley Helps Vols Earn National Championship

July 2, 2024

OMAHA (June 24) — In a season marked by grit, determination, and unforgettable moments, the University of Tennessee Volunteers clinched their first College World Series National Championship with a thrilling victory over the Texas A&M Aggies in game 3. This historic win not only represents the Volunteers’ first baseball national championship title but also breaks a 16-year national championship drought for the university.

McKenzie Industrial Board Receives Training from TVA

July 2, 2024

McKenzie (June 27) — Members of the McKenzie Industrial Board received training in economic development from associates of the Tennessee Valley Authority on Thursday, June 27.

McKenzie Campus Hosts Groundbreaking

July 2, 2024

McKENZIE (June 25) — Tennessee College of Applied Technology Henry/Carroll hosted a groundbreaking for its new academic and administrative building on June 25 at the McKenzie campus.

McKenzie Chamber Presents Banquet, Community Awards

July 2, 2024

McKENZIE (June 25) — McKenzie Chamber of Commerce held its third annual banquet on Tuesday, June 25 at Bethel University’s cafeteria. The food was provided by the food service at Bethel.

McKenzie’s Brett Toombs Awarded McLean-Pedersen Scholarship

June 25, 2024

PARIS (June 17) — The Paris and Henry County Healthcare Foundation announced Brett Toombs, 2024 graduate of McKenzie High School, as the recipient of the 2024 McLean-Pedersen Endowment Scholarship. Toombs will attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in the fall, where she plans to major in Physical Therapy.

Chandlers Celebrating 60th Wedding Anniversary

June 25, 2024

Gary and Wanda (Trull) Chandler recently celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on June 6.

First Responders Honored for Professionalism

June 25, 2024

HUNTINGDON (June 24) — First responders in Carroll County were honored for their professionalism and quick response to a two-vehicle wreck involving a van, transporting Hispanic males and a truck in Clarksburg.

Huffman Honored at Retirement Reception

June 25, 2024

McKENZIE (June 20) — Willie Huffman was honored for his 36 years of service at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology on the McKenzie campus on Thursday, June 20.

McKenzie Rotary Transitions to a New Year

June 25, 2024

McKENZIE (June 20) — Christy Williams, branch manager of Regions Bank in McKenzie, is the new president of the Rotary Club of McKenzie. Williams was installed by District 6760 Governor Darrell Ailshie at a banquet on June 20 at the McKenzie First Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

McKenzie Students Attend RYLA

June 25, 2024

Each year the McKenzie Rotary Club afford two McKenzie students to the opportunity to take part in the Rotary Young Leadership Awards (RYLA). This year, Gracie Aird and Carton Townes attended RYLA camp at Austin Peay University.

Dr. Ryan Forbess Treats Patient After Shark Attack

June 18, 2024

Two Mountain Brook, Alabama teens are recovering after a brutal shark attack at Rosemary Beach in Walton County, Florida. The Birmingham area and communities beyond have been offering their support for the girls.

Warman Receives Alumni Association Scholarship

June 18, 2024

The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) presented senior Ava Mae Warman, MHS Class of 2024, with a scholarship in the amount of $1000. This is the first year for the scholarship to be awarded.

Daniel Capua Welcomed As New MHS Band Director

June 18, 2024

McKENZIE (June 14) —Daniel Capua is the new band director for the McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie High School band programs. Capua is a 2024 graduate of UT-Martin, where he was in the marching band and served as field commander. He is a graduate of Westview High School.

McKenzie Rotary Helps with Solid Ground Foundation

June 18, 2024

The McKenzie Rotary Club donated $2,000 to the Aird’s new foundation called Solid Ground. This foundation is in honor of the late Tom and Mary-Lou Aird who died in a car crash six years ago.

McKenzie Rotary Recognized for Achievements

June 18, 2024

JACKSON (June 8) — The McKenzie Rotary Club was recognized at the annual Rotary District 6760 Conference.

Dr. David Hall Joins Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County

June 18, 2024

HUNTINGDON — Baptist Medical Group announces Dr. David Hall has joined its team as a full-time provider in Carroll County. Dr. Hall is now seeing patients at Baptist Medical Group Carroll County General Surgery Clinic located at 641 R.B. Wilson Drive, Suite M in Huntingdon and is now taking referrals.

Webb Public School Approved for National Register of Historic Places

June 18, 2024

McKENZIE — Webb Alumni are celebrating a major milestone in the history of the former school for African-American students. On May 31, the school building was approved for the National Register of Historic Places.

Sherri Brawner is Finalist For Teacher of the Year

June 18, 2024

GLEASON — Sherri Brawner, third grade teacher at Gleason Schools, is one of nine teachers in Tennessee vying for the distinction of Teacher of the Year. There are three finalist from each grand division of the state — West, Middle and East. Each now advances to the interview portion of competition in mid-June.

Albino Kangaroo Gets Name ‘Rebel’

June 18, 2024

McKENZIE (June 15) — An albino male kangaroo, born at Southland Safari in Clarksburg, has a new name, “Rebel.” Southland Safari is owned by Chris and Tosha Gurley. The seven-month-old kangaroo was born as an albino, a rare occasion. It’s parents are both gray kangaroos.

Great-Grandmother Shows True Dedication

June 11, 2024

Faye Jones proved to be a dedicated Rebels baseball fan. Jones, age 92, great-grandmother of Fletcher Holt, attended the TSSAA State Championship Series.