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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
CARROLL COUNTY — When disaster strikes Carroll County, Emergency Management Agency Director Trevor Foster knows the relationships built long before the first warning, flooded road or emergency call can determine how effectively the county responds.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — Local families are invited to ring in the spooky season as McKenzie hosts the 13th Annual “Great Big Old-Fashioned Frighteningly Family Fun” Boo Bash on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Jointly sponsored by Bethel University and the City of McKenzie, the festive event takes place on the downtown McKenzie Town Square from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
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October 20, 2026
Members of the Trezevant class of 1966 gathered for a reunion, reconnecting with classmates, including some they had not seen in years. Those listed in the reunion post were Dianne Walker Harris, Joyce Walker Lunsford, Faye Seavers Broughton, Scarlett Seavers Barger, Jimmy Lifsey, Suzanne Argo Atwood, Frank Gregg, Larry Sutton, Joyce Jones Hampton, Travis Bartholomew, Cindy Marshall Baynes, Larry Elliott and Linda Parish Bolton.
October 20, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY — Autumn festivities and Halloween celebrations are right around the corner across Carroll County. The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce has released a lineup of community fall events running throughout the end of October. Residents and visitors can gear up for local festivals, chili cook-offs, Boo Bashes, and trunk-or-treat gatherings hosted across various towns and venues throughout the county.
October 20, 2026
Forget about “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.” Try saying “Isaias” three times in a row as fast as you can. And for the English literary minded folks out there, the Peter Piper line is a perfect example of alliteration. No one is quite sure what an Isaias is.
October 20, 2026
PARIS (October 16) — The City of Paris is upgrading downtown traffic signals and pedestrian crossings through a two-phase, grant-funded project designed to improve safety and accessibility. The first phase, funded by a 2018 Surface Transportation Block Grant, began in June and is expected to be completed in November 2026.
October 20, 2026
McKenzie, Tenn. — Funeral services for Patricia Ann Hopper will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, and from 10:00 a.m…
October 20, 2026
For Curt Taylor, public service has never been about a title. It has been about being there when someone needs help. Taylor, a longtime Carroll County first responder and newly elected District 5 county commissioner, has spent nearly three decades serving his community through the fire service, rescue squad, and his work with West Tennessee Public Utility District.
October 20, 2026
NASHVILLE (October 19) — The Tennessee Sports Writers Association announced its prep football rankings following week 9 competition on Monday. The top 10 teams in each of the six Division I classifications and the top 5 in three Division II classes were selected by TSWA members…
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 20, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Since 1968, the Carroll County Rescue Squad has served the residents of Carroll County, providing emergency rescue services and assisting other first responders during accidents, searches and other emergencies.
October 20, 2026
Stalking — Michael Joseph Martel, Jr., Griggs Chapel Road, was charged with stalking and misuse of 911 on October 18. Carroll County Sheriff’s Department received a call from Martel stating that a person was stalking him, but the female stated that Martel had sent unwanted messages of a sexual nature to her phone.
October 20, 2026
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October 20, 2026
Domestic Assault — Alexis Dunagan, Trenton, and Shawn Roy, Martin were both arrested for Domestic Assault on October 14. Officers Winberry, Rembert and Cunningham responded to Walnut Avenue, where a possible fight was in progress. Officers found the location and the two involved attempted to avoid the officers. The officers witnessed minor injuries on both suspects. Officers could not determine the primary aggressor, so they arrested both. Roy was also charged with Disorderly Conduct for not complying with the officers’ instructions resulting in officers restraining him on the ground.
October 20, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY — For Jonathan Gaskins, becoming Carroll County Fire Chief was not simply about overseeing fire trucks, equipment and emergency calls. It was about building a countywide fire service from a collection of volunteer departments and giving those volunteers the…
October 20, 2026
911 Board to Meet The Carroll County Emergency Communication District Board of Directors will meet in a regular scheduled meeting on October 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at 101 Dillahunty Ln, Huntingdon, TN. Citizens desiring to publicly comment at the meeting on an agenda item must register with the district by calling 731-986-8911. A copy of the Public Comment Policy may be obtained at the district office located at 101 Dillahunty Ln.
October 20, 2026
I normally try to keep a low profile when expressing my personal opinions. I believe there is a time to speak and a time to listen. But there comes a point when keeping your mouth shut is no longer an option.
October 20, 2026
With 25 years of law enforcement experience, Sheriff Eric Sawyers brings a lifetime of service and firsthand knowledge to his role as Carroll County Sheriff. He began his career in law enforcement at just 19 years old as a reserve deputy for the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, serving in various roles throughout his career, from patrol deputy to criminal investigator.
