McKenzie Police Reports
January 14, 2025
Dogs At Large — On January 9, 2025, a call came into the McKenzie Police Department regarding two loose dogs at a residence on Highland Drive.
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Drew Beeler Selected McKenzie Vice Mayor
January 14, 2025
McKENZIE (January 9) — During the January meeting of the City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council, newly elected council person Drew Beeler was selected from the sitting council members as the new Vice Mayor.
West Carroll School Board Talks About State Report Card
January 14, 2025
ATWOOD (January 9) — West Carroll School Board met Thursday evening, Jan. 9, despite the threats of pending winter weather. The board discussed the state report card which showed improvements across the board of the West Carroll Special School District.
Old West Steakhouse Burns in Overnight Fire
January 14, 2025
McKENZIE (January 7) — Local officials and the TBI are investigating a Tuesday night, Wednesday morning fire at Old West Steakhouse that resulted in a multiple fire department response.
Cora Comes in Like a Lion, Leaves Like a Lamb
January 14, 2025
McKENZIE (January 10) — Winter Storm Cora blew in Friday morning, locking down a great portion of the Southeastern United States.
McKenzie’s Gaskins to be Named County Fire Chief
January 14, 2025
HUNTINGDON (January 7) — McKenzie’s Jonathan Gaskins has been named Chief of the Carroll County Rural Fire Department. Following Tuesday's interviews conducted by the Carroll County Rural Fire Committee, Gaskins was selected to lead the county’s fire service.
Huntingdon Earns Road Sweep at Clarksburg
January 14, 2025
CLARKSBURG (January 7) — Clarksburg High School hosted Huntingdon Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests. The Fillies jumped out to an early lead and coasted to a 76-29 win. The Rockets kept it close in the first half, but the Mustangs pulled away in the third quarter en route to an 82-39 victory.
Huntingdon School Board to Meet
January 14, 2025
The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education meets Wednesday, January 15 at 5 p.m. at the board office at 585 High Street.
McKenzie Dominates Bradford in Sweep
January 14, 2025
McKENZIE (January 6) — McKenzie High School hosted Bradford Monday for a pair of basketball contests and coasted to a pair of victories. The Lady Rebels made their mark in a lopsided third quarter for a 66-34 win. The Rebels pulled away in the second quarter en route to a 76-51 victory.
Carroll County Sheriff Reports
January 14, 2025
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia — According to a report made by Deputy Alex Sherwood on January 3, a traffic stop was conducted for light law violation and illegible registration plate.
Elder Paul Blair is New Pastor at Union Church
January 14, 2025
Paul Blair of Cedar Grove is the new pastor of Union Primitive Baptist Church, located six miles from McKenzie on Highway 140.
Anna Anderson’s Homecoming Brings ‘Fresh Look’ to Smith & Smith Optometry
January 14, 2025
Over a decade ago, McKenzie middle schooler Anna Anderson made a bold declaration to Dr. Mark Smith during an eye exam: “I want to be an eye doctor, and I’m going to work with you one day.”
West Carroll Swept by Middleton
January 14, 2025
ATWOOD (January 9) — West Carroll High School hosted Middleton Thursday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady War Eagles fell to the Lady Tigers 55-31, and the Tigers topped the War Eagles 66-24.
Janet Patricia (Pat) Rainey
January 14, 2025
Enville, Tenn., formerly McKenzie, Tenn. - Funeral services for Janet Patricia (Pat) Rainey are Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. …
Dale Sexton
January 14, 2025
Greenfield, Tenn. - Funeral services for Dale Sexton are Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 15, …
Bethel’s Cupples Named Compliance Administrator
January 13, 2025
McKENZIE — Bethel University announced longtime Bethel Volleyball Coach Starla Cupples has been named Bethel’s Compliance Administrator and Senior Women’s Leader.
Clarksburg’s Segraves Nets 1,000 Career Points
January 13, 2025
CLARKSBURG (January 7) — Clarksburg Lady Rockets basketball standout Sam Segraves was recognized Tuesday for reaching 1,000 points in her high school career.
Billy Joe Kirk
January 13, 2025
COLLIERVILLE - Mr. Billy Joe Kirk, 92, of Collierville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at his home. Funeral services are Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the …
Robert (Bob) Wyatt
January 13, 2025
Mr. Robert (Bob) Wyatt, 95, died January 8, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Monday January 13, 2025 at the Huntingdon Church of Christ. Interment will …
Cuban Entrepreneur Shows U.S. Guests ‘That’s Cuba’
January 13, 2025
With a shrug of the shoulder and a quick wink, Yaniel Luis Alvarez proclaims, ‘That’s Cuba.” Often referring to the numerous shortages – gas, water, food, medicine, pay …
