Mathis is New McKenzie Middle School Assistant Principal
July 29, 2025
McKENZIE (July 24) — Beth Mathis is the new McKenzie Middle School assistant principal, the district announced Thursday.
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County Students Attend UTM Governor’s School
July 29, 2025
Two county students — Paige Costello and Allie Paschall— recently graduated from Tennessee Governor’s School for Agricultural Sciences at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Both students made lasting impressions through their achievements in the field of agriculture.
McKenzie High School 1950-60s Alums to Reunite September 20
July 29, 2025
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) invites those who attended or graduated from McKenzie High School in the 1950s and 1960s to a casual reunion at the fellowship hall of the First United Methodist Church.
Back-to-School Drive Gives Students Fresh Start
July 29, 2025
McKENZIE (July 26) — Webb School alumni and volunteers from McKenzie’s First Baptist Church joined forces to host a back-to-school drive at McKenzie’s historic Webb School.
McKenzie School Board Agenda
July 29, 2025
McKenzie Board of Education meets Tuesday, August 5, 5:30 p.m. in the MSSD Board Room, Bell Street, McKenzie.
Booker is New West Carroll Junior Senior High Assistant Principal
July 28, 2025
ATWOOD — West Carroll Junior Senior High School recently announced Leslie Booker as the new assistant principal.
West Carroll Primary Upgrades on Target for Start of School
July 22, 2025
McLEMORESVILLE (July 18) — Renovations at West Carroll Primary School are on target for completion before the first day of school on Tuesday, August 5, according to Director of Schools Preston Caldwell.
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.
West Carroll Continues Free/Reduced Meals
July 22, 2025
The West Carroll Special School District announced its plans to continue serving free and reduced-price meals to children during the 2025-26 school year.
McKenzie Middle School Gym Receives Major Upgrade of Seating, Flooring
July 22, 2025
McKENZIE (July 21) — Within a period of under one week, the entire playing surface of the McKenzie Middle School gymnasium was removed, its base floor repaired, all new playing surface was installed, sanded and stained, and new decals were added.
Huntingdon School Board Approves New Budget, Salary Increases
July 17, 2025
HUNTINGDON (July 16) — The Huntingdon school board approved during Wednesday's regular meeting the 2025-26 operating budget, which includes district-wide salary increases.
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.
Bethel University Begins Fall Semester in August
July 15, 2025
Bethel students return to campus this August to begin the 2025 fall semester.
Local Schools Start in August
July 15, 2025
Local students are set to return from their short-lived summer break in early August, entering the first semester of the 2025-26 school year.
West Carroll School Board Approves Updated Policies
July 14, 2025
ATWOOD (July 10) — West Carroll’s school board met Thursday evening with all members of the board present. The meeting opened with the board voting 6-0 to enter into negotiations regarding a new contract for Director of Schools, Preston Caldwell.
Tuition Increases Three Percent at UT Martin
July 8, 2025
MARTIN — A 3% in-state tuition increase for University of Tennessee at Martin students was approved July 1 for the 2025-26 academic year by the UT Board of Trustees during the final day of the board’s annual meeting in Chattanooga.
Back-to-School Tax Holiday Begins July 25
July 8, 2025
Tennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies and computers begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
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.
The University of Mississippi Announces Students Named to Spring Honor Roll Lists
July 1, 2025
Marley Trosper, of Paris, Tenn., majoring in English Education, was named to the Chancellor’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00.
Huntingdon School Board Approves Bonuses for Additional Staff
July 1, 2025
HUNTINGDON (June 25) — The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education approved bonuses for staff who do not qualify for bonuses under the Education Freedom Act during Wednesday's regular meeting.
