McKenzie Police Reports
August 18, 2026
Driving Under the Influence — Timothy Baker, Park Street, McKenzie, was charged with Driving Under the Influence on August 12.
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Judy C. Cole
August 18, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Judy C. Cole are on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Thursday, from 12:00 p.m. until service time. Interment is at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
West Carroll School Board Approves $11.5 Million Budget
August 18, 2026
ATWOOD (August 13) — The West Carroll Special School District Board of Education met Thursday for its regular monthly session to finalize the district's financial budget for the upcoming year.
Trezevant Board Transfers Broad Street Property to IDB
August 17, 2026
TREZEVANT (August 11) — The Town of Trezevant Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to rezone the property at 5340 Broad Street South to business and transfer its ownership to the town's Industrial Development Board (IDB) — putting an end to a months-long debate regarding what Town…
Sweet Tea Festival is This Weekend
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE — The annual Sweet Tea Festival is August 20-23, 2026, in downtown McKenzie. The city-sponsored event features entertainment, arts and crafts booths, food trucks, car show, and a small carnival.
McKenzie High Alumni Reunion set for September 25-26, 2026
August 17, 2026
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) is in the final stages of planning its third annual Decades Reunion weekend on September 25-26, 2026.
Now Hiring: News Stringers
August 17, 2026
💼 We are hiring! Do you love news and have a passion for writing? The Banner has multiple opportunities available to cover your favorite team, town or interest!
Now Hiring: Full-Time Front Office Assistant / Sales & Marketing
August 17, 2026
Tri-County Publishing, Inc. is seeking a qualified salesperson to represent The McKenzie Banner and its commercial print shop. Candidate is responsible for selling print and web advertising; printing services and advertising specialty products.
Tennessee Trees Inspire Mona Batchelor’s Debut Children’s Novel
August 17, 2026
In Mona Martin Batchelor's debut children's novel, "Nora T and the Champion Tree," the retired McKenzie High School librarian uses the Tennessee Champion Tree Program to teach young readers about environmental stewardship, family traditions and the power one person has to make a…
Renaissance Choir Hosts Worship Service for Bethel Freshmen
August 17, 2026
Bethel's Renaissance Choir led the worship service for incoming freshmen on Sunday.
Trezevant Alderman Warns Dangers of Data Centers: "They're Coming"
August 17, 2026
TREZEVANT (August 11) — Alderman Dan Dieringer addressed his fellow aldermen Tuesday night at the beginning of the Town of Trezevant's August board meeting, warning of the dangers of data centers. He urged the council to consider creating an ordinance regarding data centers…
Students Safe After Bus, Car Collision
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE (August 17) — An accident involving Carroll County School Bus 36 and a black Honda Fit occurred at the intersection of Cedar Street and Main Street South at approximately 3:24 p.m. Monday.
Bethel Freshmen Welcomed by Community and University at Annual Fair
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE (August 15) — The McKenzie community joined Bethel University faculty, student organizations, and local representatives on Saturday to provide a warm welcome to the incoming freshman class. The event brought together a diverse group of local food vendors, medical…
Sports Writers Place McKenzie, Huntingdon, Martin-Westview in Top Rankings
August 17, 2026
August 17, 2026
West Carroll Schools Continue Free School Meal Program
August 17, 2026
West Carroll Special School District serves all three schools under the National School Breakfast and/or School Lunch Program. West Carroll will continue participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2026-27 school year. No further action is required of you…
Gasoline Prices Rise During Previous Week
August 17, 2026
TENNESSEE (August 17) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 10.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.63/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 2.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand…
Now Hiring: Sports Stringers
August 17, 2026
Tri-County Publishing, Inc. dba The McKenzie Banner is seeking qualified sports stringers to cover sporting events in the Carroll, Henry and Weakley County area of West Tennessee while representing The McKenzie Banner. This is a part-time, contract position with the possibility of full-time. Some nights, weekends and holidays required.
Park Theatre Faces Long-Term Funding Questions
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE (August 13) — Ten years after reviving the Park Theatre, the City of McKenzie is now grappling with the venue’s long-term sustainability following a decision to transfer $54,000 from the General Fund to cover a lingering budget deficit.
Webb School Alumni to Honor Class of 1966 During Homecoming
August 17, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — The Webb School Alumni Association is hosting its annual homecoming and General Assembly over the Labor Day weekend, a celebration of the historic institution that served African American students throughout Carroll County for decades.
Mustang Offense Sharp in Jamboree Action with Lexington
August 16, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 14) — Huntingdon High School seniors Kenton Smith and Zayden Connelly delivered a dominant performance Friday night, leading the Huntingdon Mustangs to a convincing 22-0 shutout of Lexington in the annual Huntingdon QB Jamboree. Smith, the reigning BlueCross…
