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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
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
The McKenzie Police Department is urging residents to protect their personal information following an increase in spam and scam calls. The department advises residents never to provide personal, financial or account information to callers they do not recognize or whose identities they cannot verify.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — For seriously ill and injured patients in Carroll County, specialized medical care can be miles away. Hospital Wing 6 helps bridge that distance, bringing critical care to patients and continuing treatment as they travel to a hospital.
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
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
CARROLL COUNTY — Two Carroll County residents face multiple drug and weapons charges after authorities reportedly seized 56 firearms and approximately 75 pounds of marijuana during a search of their residence. Agents with the 24th Judicial District Drug Task Force executed a search warrant October 13 at the residence of Timothy and Brittany Stansell.
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
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
McKENZIE — The Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Henry/Carroll officially dedicated its new administrative building this week, a milestone that bridges the institution’s 61-year history with a modern vision for regional workforce development.
October 20, 2026
McKENZIE — Drug use among young people remains a concern for law enforcement, with vaping and THC products among the substances parents should watch for as children enter their teenage years.
October 20, 2026
When an opioid overdose slows or stops a person’s breathing, first responders have little time to act. Narcan gives them a tool that can reverse the overdose and help restore breathing within minutes. Narcan is a brand name for naloxone, a medication that blocks the effects of opioids, including fentanyl, heroin and prescription opioid pain medications. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, naloxone can restore normal breathing within two to three minutes. Some overdoses require more than one dose.
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
Maria’s Mexican Restaurant at 1944 Cedar Street in McKenzie serves authentic Mexican flavors in a small-town atmosphere. If you spend any amount of time in the eatery, there’s a good chance you’ll be greeted by the restaurant’s warm and friendly, but passionate, owner, Victor Vela.
October 20, 2026
Here is the early voting turnout data for Carroll, Weakley, and Henry counties for the November 3, 2026 General Election.
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
McKENZIE — Meet Toby, the hardworking and lovable four-legged officer keeping the streets of McKenzie safe. At a little over four years old, this affectionate Polish-born narcotics detection dog is both a vital asset to the McKenzie Police Department and a beloved partner to his fellow officers.
October 19, 2026
MCKENZIE (October 16, 2026) — The Jerry Wilcoxson Memorial Golf Tournament honors the legacy of the late Dr. Jerry Wilcoxson during Bethel's homecoming week. Homecoming is a time for Wildcats from all over to come back home and celebrate years of students, faith, education, and…
October 19, 2026
Middle School Basketball Tuesday, October 20 (6 p.m.) West Carroll Junior High at Hollow Rock-Bruceton McKenzie at Huntingdon (Pink Out)
October 19, 2026
McKENZIE — Tickets are now on sale for Bethel University’s annual “Christmas with Renaissance,” which attracted nearly 3,000 guests last year and returns December 4-6 for four performances at Bouldin Auditorium.
