Huntingdon Graduates 101
May 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON (May 16) — Huntingdon’s Class of 2026 graduated Saturday, May 16 at Paul Ward Stadium.
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How Losing a Scholarship Led a Russian Swimmer to Teach English in Colombia
May 19, 2026
This is a story about Artum Dzun, a Bethel University graduate.
Tennessee Ranked 43rd in Nation For Senior Health, Wellbeing
May 19, 2026
America’s Health Rankings has released its 2026 Senior Report, which ranks Tennessee as 43rd in the nation for senior health and wellbeing.
Frank Gibson, Gleason Native, Honored Journalist, Dies
May 19, 2026
Frank Gibson, a Gleason native, Gleason Class of 1965, and a respected Tennessee journalist, died Sunday morning, May 17.
Carroll County Sheriff Town Hall, Community Forum Coming June 30
May 19, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (May 18) — Voters have an important decision to make on August 6, 2026 about who will lead the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, and Carroll County news media entities are working together to help voters make an informed decision. The McKenzie Banner and The Carroll County Observer are partnering to organize a Carroll County Sheriff’s Town Hall Community Forum event, as an opportunity for voters to meet the Carroll County candidates and hear their ideas for the position. The event will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6 p.m. at the Carroll County Civic Center in Huntingdon, Tenn. (201 Mustang Drive, Huntingdon TN 38344).
McKenzie Police Reports
May 19, 2026
Threat of Bodily Harm — Michael A. Watne, Old State Route 22, McKenzie was charged with Retaliation for Past Action (Threat of Bodily Harm, and Assault on May 13.
Ribbon-Cutting Held for Rural Health Resource Center
May 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON (May 12) — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, May 12, for the Rural Health Association of Tennessee’s first-ever rural resource center, located at 159 Court Square in Huntingdon.
Wit and Wisdom: No One Wants to Be ‘The Only One’
May 19, 2026
Quite a number of years ago, I recommended a book to a client of mine, thinking it would be helpful to her.
Huntingdon Middle Hosts Amazing Shake Competition
May 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON (May 11) — Huntingdon Middle School hosted "The Amazing Shake" Monday, May 11, in the middle school gym.
TDOT Launches HELP Trucks in West Tennessee
May 19, 2026
JACKSON — Today, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced the launch of its Rural Service Patrol (RSP) in Region 4 in West Tennessee, marking the next phase of a statewide expansion to bring HELP incident response to rural interstate corridors.
GOP Loyalty Veto Ends Paris Businessman’s Congression in New 5th District
May 19, 2026
PARIS — The campaign of Paris business owner Patrick Smith to secure a seat as the next U.S. Representative from Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District was abruptly halted Sunday after state Republican Party officials determined he was not a “bona fide Republican”.
It’s Not Illegal If I Do It
May 19, 2026
I don’t understand why more people aren’t upset with the redistricting.
UTM Hosts WestStar Growth, Leadership Summit
May 19, 2026
MARTIN — Tennessee State Rep. Dr. Brock Martin (R-Huntingdon) and Dr. Krista Martin, both of Southern Chiropractic and Acupuncture in Huntingdon, were the emcees at this year’s WestStar Elevate: A Summit for Growth and Leadership on February 6.
McKenzie to Recognize Memorial Day with Monday Service
May 19, 2026
The City of McKenzie hosts a Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. at Veterans Park.
Kes: Why I Am Not A Writer
May 19, 2026
Mostly, it’s because you have to think too much. You have to focus and keep your mind on track.
Rebels End Season with Game Three Loss
May 18, 2026
McKENZIE (May 15) — The McKenzie High School Rebels ended their season Thursday with a 16-4 loss to the Eagleville Eagles in the decisive Game Three of the TSSAA Class 1A Baseball Sectional Series.
McKenzie Elementary Celebrates Carnival Day, $25,000 TVA Grant
May 18, 2026
McKENZIE (May 18) — McKenzie Elementary School kicked off the last week of the school year Monday with Carnival Day. Kids enjoyed a full day of water slides, carnival games, movies, Bingo and more. It was also an opportunity to celebrate a $25,000 TVA Uplift grant the school was recently awarded.
Ottis Ray Dunning
May 16, 2026
McKENZIE — Ottis Ray Dunning, age 90, died on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Patriot Healthcare in Paris, Tennessee. Ottis was born on March 2, 1936, to Hillrie and Ramele Dunning, who preceded him in death. He …
Carolyn Rebecca Highfill
May 15, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. - Graveside funeral services for Carolyn Rebecca Highfill are on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 1 p.m., at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in McKenzie, Tennessee. Carolyn Rebecca Highfill, 94, of …
McKenzie Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Federal Drug Offense
May 15, 2026
Jackson, TN – John David Forrest, 36 , of McKenzie, Tennessee, was sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for distributing over 50 grams of actual methamphetamine. D. Michael Dunavant, …
