Josephine Stokes Smith
March 21, 2025
Mrs. Josephine Stokes Smith, 88, of Clarksburg, Tennessee died Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon. Funeral services were n the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home on …
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Bobby D. Pate
March 19, 2025
McKENZIE, Tenn. - Funeral services for Bobby D Pate are Friday, March 21, 2025 at 11 a.m. at McKenzie Church of Christ. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday, March 20, 2025, …
Danny Joe Laster
March 19, 2025
McKENZIE - Mr. Danny Joe Laster, 70, died at his residence on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. It is his request for cremation and no services of any kind. The family will honor his request. Mr. Laster …
Bethel Students, Adults Travel to Paris, France
March 19, 2025
PARIS, FRANCE (March 2025) — A group of 22 travelers embarked on a 10-day trip to Paris, France, through Bethel University’s Global Studies and Global Citizen Adventure Corps.
Tennessee Charter Expansion Bills Advance
March 19, 2025
NASHVILLE (March 11) — Two bills moving through the Tennessee General Assembly—Senate Bill 1310 (SB1310) and House Bill 1322 (HB1322)—would expand the authority of the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission (TPCSC), reducing the role of local school boards in charter school oversight. If enacted, the legislation would allow certain charter schools to bypass local approval, transfer regulatory responsibilities to state agencies, and modify charter renewal policies.
Bill Restricting Facility Access Based on Biological Sex
March 19, 2025
NASHVILLE (March 17) – A Tennessee bill that would require public schools, domestic violence shelters, and correctional facilities to designate restrooms, changing rooms, and sleeping areas based on biological sex is advancing in the state legislature. Senate Bill 0468, known as the "Women's Safety and Protection Act," establishes legal definitions of sex, male, and female under state law. The bill mandates that certain facilities restrict access based on biological sex rather than gender identity, affecting public schools, correctional institutions, and domestic violence shelters.
Medical Ethics Defense Act Advances Amid Debate
March 19, 2025
NASHVILLE (March 18) − The Medical Ethics Defense Act (HB1044/SB955) is moving swiftly through the Tennessee General Assembly, passing the Senate by a 27-3 margin and advancing in the House. Framed as a protection for religious and moral conscience rights in healthcare, the bill grants medical providers the ability to refuse participation in procedures, treatments, or services that conflict with their ethical, moral or religious beliefs.
Lady Rebels Win Slugfest at Peabody, 21-12
March 18, 2025
TRENTON (March 10) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels traveled to Peabody High School Monday to face the Lady Tide in a high-scoring softball contest.
The Seasons of a Marriage
March 18, 2025
I’ve never seen a perfect marriage. Never.
McKenzie Agrees to Finance Phase I
March 18, 2025
McKENZIE (March 13) — The McKenzie City Council agreed on Thursday to finance $206,000 of $306,000 for what Mayor Ryan Griffin called Phase I of the Mulberry Soccer Complex.
West Carroll Primary Celebrates Read Across America Week
March 18, 2025
West Carroll Primary School recently celebrated Read Across America Week with a series of engaging activities designed to promote a love of reading among Pre-K through second grade students.
The Dixie Hosts Designing Women Market
March 18, 2025
HUNTINGDON (March 14-15) — The Dixie Carter Performing and Academic Enrichment Center, along with The Colonial Tea Room and Madi & Co., hosted the Designing Women Curated Market on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
Rebels Fall to Trojans, 11-5
March 18, 2025
DYER (March 13) — The McKenzie High School Rebels traveled to Gibson County High School Thursday to face Dyersburg in nondistrict baseball action. A big third inning was the difference for the Trojans as they took the win, 11-5.
Rep. Tandy Darby Capitol Talk
March 18, 2025
HUNTINGDON (March 14) — State Rep. Tandy Darby (R-Greenfield) met with local officials and residents Friday at Capitol Talk, discussing Gov. Bill Lee’s budget proposal, school voucher expansion, public safety investments, and economic development efforts.
County Agrees to $10 Million Reimbursement For Electric Department
March 18, 2025
HUNTINGDON (March 3) — The Carroll County Commission approved Resolution 3-01-2025 — Declaring the intent to reimburse itself or the Carroll County Board of Public Utilities for the principal amounts of bonds or other debt obligations expected to be issued to finance the new headquarters construction project for the Carroll County Electric Department.
Tennessee Bill Allowing Schools to Deny Undocumented Students is Advancing
March 18, 2025
NASHVILLE (March 17) — Tennessee lawmakers are advancing legislation that would allow public schools to deny enrollment to undocumented students, directly challenging a 1982 U.S. Supreme Court ruling and placing over $1.1 billion in federal education funding at risk.
Property Transfers
March 18, 2025
Brent Karr Hester to Brent Karr and Julie Hester.
Tennessee Expands Charter Schools
March 18, 2025
NASHVILLE (March 14) — The Tennessee General Assembly is currently considering SB1310/HB1332, a bill that would expand charter school access and allow certain charter operators to bypass local school boards. The proposed legislation has sparked renewed debate over local control, accountability, and its connection to the newly enacted Education Freedom Scholarship Act (HB0001), which expands school vouchers statewide.
McKenzie Police Reports
March 18, 2025
Driving on Suspended License — Charles E. Bigham, 68, Booker Street, McKenzie was charged with Driving On A Suspended License, Violation of the Light Law and Violation of Display of Registration Plates on March 13.
Trezevant Board Hears Update on Water Projects
March 18, 2025
TREZEVANT (March 11) — The Trezevant Board met Tuesday in regular session with a full quorum. Aldermen took action on several items, but, most consequentially, heard updates on water system projects from Davina Gurschick, project manager for Community Development Partners, and David Smith, site and infrastructure practice leader for A2H.
