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McKenzie Cannon Fired After Long Hiatus

May 25, 2026

McKENZIE (May 25) — During the City of McKenzie's Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, the city's miniature ceremonial cannon was fired for the first time since 2019.

Bethel Continues to Honor Fallen Hero who Paid the Ultimate Sacrifice

May 25, 2026

McKENZIE (May 25) — On Memorial Day, Bethel University and the Wildcat Athletic Department took time to remember and thank all those who have served and paid the ultimate sacrifice. We are grateful for their protection of our freedoms and way of life.

Former Bethel Standout Named Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach

May 25, 2026

McKENZIE (May 25) — Kalynn Howard enters her first season as Assistant Coach for the Bethel University Women’s basketball program in 2026-27. Howard spent the previous five years as both a player and graduate assistant for the Lady Wildcats. Head Coach Chris Nelson broke the exciting news Monday afternoon.

Zachary A. Jones

May 24, 2026

SMYRNA, Tenn. , formerly of Gleason — The family of Zachary A. Jones will have private services at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home, and interment is at Tumbling Creek Cemetery. Mr. Jones, 34, …

Joy Lou Hodge

May 22, 2026

Mrs. Joy Lou Hodge, 76, of Huntingdon, Tennessee passed away Monday May 18, 2026 at Life Care Center. Funeral services were on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral …

Three Mustangs Ink with Jackson State

May 22, 2026

Three Huntingdon Mustang seniors signed with Jackson State Community College last week to continue their athletic careers. Shawn Simpson signed to run cross country with the Green Jays, and Silas Sharp and Caleb Ezell signed with the Green Jay baseball program.

Herrin Graduates UT Martin

May 22, 2026

MARTIN (May 2) — Andra Herrin of McKenzie graduated magna cum laude from the University of Tennessee at Martin Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies.

Virginia Lee Dillon

May 22, 2026

HOLLOW ROCK, Tenn. — Mrs. Virginia Lee Dillon, 84, of Hollow Rock died Tuesday, May 19, at her home. Funeral services are at noon on Saturday, May 23, in the Chapel of Bruceton Funeral Home …

Theresa M. Taylor Upchurch

May 22, 2026

McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Theresa M. Taylor Upchurch are Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Thursday, …

Genia Sherwood's School of Dance Presents "Growing Stars"

May 22, 2026

McKENZIE (May 16) — Genia Sherwood's School of Dance presented its annual recital "Growing Stars" Saturday afternoon in the Bouldin Auditorium of Bethel University's Dickey Fine Arts Building. Ten classes performed 32 routines, including several solo dances by advanced students.

Area Athletes Excel at State Track Meet

May 21, 2026

KNOXVILLE (May 19) — Several area athletes excelled at the TSSAA 2026 Division I Class A State Track and Field Championships Tuesday at Tom Black Track on the campus of the University of Tennessee, including three second place finishes for McKenzie athletes and two fourth place finishes for Huntingdon.

Huntingdon School Board Bids Farewell to First Student Reps

May 21, 2026

HUNTINGDON (May 20) — The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education met Wednesday with a light agenda, but took some time to reflect on the school year about to end and to bid farewell to the district's first-ever student school board representatives.