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October 26, 2026
ATWOOD — West Carroll Elementary School students are setting a strong pace this school year, with 94 students reaching their first reading benchmark during the first nine weeks. The group represents more than half of the school’s student body.
October 26, 2026
McKENZIE — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education will meet Tuesday, November 3, at 5:30 p.m. in the McKenzie Elementary School library.
October 26, 2026
McKENZIE (October 21) — Local homeschool students received a history lesson outside the classroom Wednesday, as they toured downtown McKenzie and learned about the people, businesses and events that shaped the community.
October 26, 2026
Faculty Mrs. Keshia Jackson brings 23 years of teaching experience and is in her eighth year at West Carroll. As the West Carroll Junior-Senior High School interventionist and 504 coordinator, she helps students close learning and behavioral gaps, achieve academic success and reach graduation. Outside of school, she enjoys supporting her children’s activities, reading, gardening and traveling.
October 26, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie Elementary School is inviting students, families, and community members to celebrate the autumn season at its upcoming Fall Festival, scheduled for October 31.
October 20, 2026
West Carroll Faculty — Mrs. Lindsey Lindsay; West Carroll Elementary School; Mrs. Lindsay is a dedicated educator with a lifelong love of learning and a strong belief that every student has the ability to grow and succeed. She works to create a classroom where students feel valued, safe, and confident as learners.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — Bethel University welcomed students, alumni, faculty, and staff back to campus for Homecoming 2026, hosting a three-day celebration from Thursday, Oct. 15, through Saturday, Oct. 17. The weekend featured time-honored traditions, spirited athletic competition, alumni reunions, and community festivities.
October 20, 2026
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced October 19 the launch of the Transfer Ready Campus Designation, a statewide initiative recognizing public and private colleges and universities committed to helping transfer students succeed.
October 19, 2026
McKENZIE (October 13) — McKenzie’s SONIC Drive-In has earned a place among the top 12 SONIC teams nationwide, bringing $10,000 in funding to local public school classrooms.
October 13, 2026
McKENZIE (October 7) — McKenzie Middle School had 232 students out of 385 enrolled who walked to school on October 7 and a total of 18 staff members for a total of 250 walking. Students started at McKenzie City Hall and walked down Stonewall with a police escort. There were a few…
October 13, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie High School students received hands-on, virtual experience with a variety of careers that are in high demand across Tennessee during a recent visit from Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee.
October 13, 2026
MCKENZIE, Tenn. (Oct. 13, 2026) – Public school teachers in the McKenzie area received $10,000 in classroom funding this month thanks to the standout performance of a local SONIC. To honor the SONIC® crew at 15755 Highland Drive for earning a spot among the Top 12 SONICs…
October 12, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — Elementary school students across the nation are learning valuable lessons about fire safety during National Fire Prevention Week, observed October 4-10.
October 12, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — At halftime of the McKenzie High School football game Friday night, McKenzie Banking Company made a donation of $2050 to the McKenzie Special School District.
October 12, 2026
McKENZIE (October 6) — The McKenzie School Board approved budget reallocations for classroom equipment and construction, authorized two Beta Club trips and approved an optional air ambulance membership for employees during its October meeting.
October 12, 2026
HUNTINGDON — The Huntingdon Special School District conducted mass evacuation drills during the week of October 5-9, involving students, faculty, staff and area emergency responders to prepare for situations that could require the evacuation of a school campus.
October 11, 2026
McKENZIE (October 6) — The McKenzie School Board approved budget reallocations for classroom equipment and construction, authorized two Beta Club trips and approved an optional air ambulance membership for employees during its October meeting.
October 10, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie High School members of the football team, cheerleaders and band were recognized and celebrated along with their parents or guardians.
October 9, 2026
McKENZIE (October 9) — McKenzie Elementary School and the McKenzie PTO are gearing up for its annual Fall Festival. The nominees will raise funds to benefit the school until the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 31, when the King and Queen will be announced.
October 7, 2026
SEVIERVILLE (October 5-6) — McKenzie junior Ethan Bradberry recorded the highest individual state tournament finish in school golf history with a tie for second at the 2026 state tournament.
