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.
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Inglenook Book Club Held Monthly Meeting
July 15, 2025
The Inglenook Book Club held its monthly meeting at 3 p.m. at Lakeside Senior Living Community, with 19 members in attendance.
Lake Halford to Temporarily Close for Paving
July 15, 2025
JACKSON (July 11) — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) announced Friday it will implement a temporary closure of Lake Halford beginning on July 21 to conduct paving operations.
Property Transfers
July 15, 2025
Gregory Louis and Regina Weddle Phillips to Sophia Kathleen and Wendy Wright.
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.
Washburn to Celebrate 100th Birthday
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE — Wayford Otis Washburn, Sr. of McKenzie, is celebrating his 100th birthday on July 21, 2025. He is one of the few World War II veterans remaining in Carroll County. His military service was in post-conflict (Yokahoma), Japan.
New Rotary Year Starts by Honoring Female Members
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE (July 8) — McKenzie Rotary Club started its new year by honoring the ladies in attendance, whether a member or visitor.
The Dixie 20th Season Lineup Released
July 15, 2025
HUNTINGDON (July 14) — In what it considers one of its “most ambitious seasons ever,” the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center (DPAC) made its twentieth season announcement on social media Monday.
Bethel University Begins Fall Semester in August
July 15, 2025
Bethel students return to campus this August to begin the 2025 fall semester.
Calendar 7-15-25
July 15, 2025
Disciple Jiu-Jitsu Disciple Jiu-Jitsu is now enrolling kids (ages 5-12) and adults in McKenzie/Gleason! Learn real self-defense, build confidence, and get in shape in a fun, faith-driven environment. Private lessons available. Text 731-203-0327 to join or learn more.
Recipes 7-15-25
July 15, 2025
Taco Pie 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon canola oil
McKenzie Police Reports
July 15, 2025
Outstanding Warrants — John Othello Hightower, Jr., 39, Cole Street, McKenzie, was arrested on outstanding warrants of four counts of Forgery, False Reports, and Financial Exploitation of an Elderly/Vulnerable Person on July 10.
Carroll County General Sessions Report
July 15, 2025
The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 9.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
July 15, 2025
Theft from Motor Vehicle — According to a report by Deputy Jason Walker on July 6, Thomas Keele called the Sheriff’s department and reported that his gun was missing from his car after a party he had on the 3rd of July.
Last Annual Vol State Road Race Passes Through Weakley, Carroll County
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE (July 10-12) — Over three days, residents of Weakley and Carroll County saw over a hundred ultramarathon runners pass through in the early stages of an epic journey spanning the state.
Rebels Host 7-on-7
July 15, 2025
McKENZIE (July 10) — McKenzie High School hosted three teams for a 7-on-7 Thursday as preseason action ramps up.
Huntingdon Police Reports
July 15, 2025
Domestic Assault — According to a report by Officer Kristen Lee, on June 21, officers were dispatched to Clark Street for a domestic disturbance.
Full Moon
July 15, 2025
Do you think Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) was talking about a full moon when they wrote “Bad Moon Rising?” I can see how a full moon would inspire someone to write a cautionary tale.
Young Stars Shine in ‘Peter Pan Jr.’
July 15, 2025
Talented young actors took the stage at Huntingdon’s Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 11, to perform “Peter Pan Jr.” This play was the ultimate showcase of the actors’ hard work during the Dixie’s 2025 Theatre Summer Camp.
Trezevant Board Hears Complaints on Water, Sidewalks
July 15, 2025
TREZEVANT (July 8) — During the regular monthly meeting of the Trezevant Board, two citizens expressed concerns that led to heated exchanges with town officials.
