McKenzie Police Reports
February 25, 2025
Meth, Criminal Impersonation — Two subjects were arrested after a traffic stop on February 21.
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Huntingdon Police Reports
February 25, 2025
Burglary — On February 4, Sgt. Tony King responded to a call of burglary in progress at Sonic in Huntingdon. An employee was watching the store video from another location. As an entry was made the subject was hidden in the office.
Property Transfers
February 25, 2025
Brenda Marie Joins to Michael Lee Robertson in District 22.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
February 25, 2025
Burglary/Breaking and Entering — On February 20, two victims reported their home being broken into on Jessie Lane in Huntingdon.
Rebels Fall to Houston County in Semifinal
February 25, 2025
ERIN (February 22) — The McKenzie Rebels traveled to Houston County High School Saturday for a District 12A Boys Basketball Tournament semifinal. The game was tied after three quarters, but the Fighting Irish pulled away in the fourth for a 65-51 win and a spot in the championship game. The Rebels will play in the consolation game.
District Tournaments Continue After Delays
February 25, 2025
Area high school basketball teams saw district tournaments disrupted by winter weather last week. Some districts have since completed their tournaments, but others are still in process. Region tournament schedules had not been released as of The Banner’s press deadline.
Lady Bulldogs Edge Lake County in First Round
February 25, 2025
GLEASON (February 17) — The Gleason High School Lady Bulldogs hosted Lake County Monday for the first round of the District 14A Girls Basketball Tournament. The tight contest went down to the wire as the Lady Bulldogs claimed a 39-27 win to advance to the semifinals.
Willie Oglesby Jr.: On the Front Line of Integration
February 25, 2025
Desegregation began in McKenzie schools in the fall of 1965 when a small number of black students in each grade were selected to transfer from Webb School to McKenzie public schools.
Separating the Plastic From the Genuine Article
February 25, 2025
Melba Montgomery died in January. She was my second favorite all-time female country music singer. George Strait has semi-retired. Alan Jackson is battling health issues. I’m telling you, as real country singers go, Gene Watson and Moe Bandy are about all we have left.
‘Thy will be done’
February 25, 2025
Out of all the many things I prayed, it was the one phrase I kept buttoned up.
State Announces Funding for Rural Healthcare Initiatives
February 25, 2025
NASHVILLE (February 24) — The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) has awarded $10.7 million in grant funding to support rural healthcare initiatives across the state.
Wolfe Hired as HCHS Head Football Coach
February 25, 2025
Henry County High School has announced the hiring of Coach Josh Wolfe as the head football coach. A familiar face to the Patriot family, Coach Wolfe previously served as an assistant coach with the program.
Karlene Brown: From Champion on the Field to Champion in Her Field
February 25, 2025
The melting pot that is America offers opportunities to those willing to seize them, but sometimes, what America gets out of the exchange is even more valuable.
Lady War Eagles Top Clarksburg in First Round
February 25, 2025
CLARKSBURG (February 17) — The Clarksburg High School Lady Rockets hosted West Carroll Monday in the first round of the District 13A Girls Basketball Tournament. Clarksburg had the lead early, but the Lady War Eagles took control and pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 64-44 victory and a spot in the semifinals.
Lady Rebels Handle Houston County, Advance to Championship
February 25, 2025
McKENZIE (February 17) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels hosted Houston County Monday for a District 12A Girls Basketball Tournament semifinal contest. The Lady Rebels dominated the second quarter and coasted to a 48-31 win and a spot in the championship game.
Tara Tansil-Gentry: Hall of Famer, Coach, Educator
February 25, 2025
Tara Tansil-Gentry has built a life of excellence on the court, in the classroom, and within the community. From a standout basketball career to shaping future educators at the University of Tennessee at Martin (UTM), her journey is one of dedication, adaptability, and a deep-rooted passion for service.
McKenzie School Board Agenda
February 25, 2025
McKenzie Board of Education convenes Tuesday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. at the Board of Education office on Bell Avenue.
Shawn Travis Jones
February 24, 2025
SELMER, Tenn. - Graveside funeral services for Shawn Travis Jones aree Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery, Gleason, Tenn. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at …
Kay Layne Trull
February 24, 2025
ATWOOD - Mrs. Kay Layne Trull, 68, of Atwood, Tennessee died Wednesday February 19, 2025 at Jackson Madison General Hospital. Kay was born on January 7, 1957 to the parents of David and Novalin …
LIFELINE Blood Services Announces Critical Appeal For All Blood Types
February 24, 2025
LIFELINE Blood Services Announces Critical Appeal For All Blood Types JACKSON (February 24): -- An urgent need for all blood types has been announced by LIFELINE Blood Services today. West …
