A New Joel
February 4, 2025
Hard to believe we are already into the second month of 2025. January was action-packed with lots of changes, some good and some bad.
News
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NWTN Tourism Launches Visitors Guide
February 4, 2025
The Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association (NWTTA) is proud to announce the release of the highly anticipated 2025 Northwest Tennessee Visitors Guide.
Carroll County Sheriff Reports
February 4, 2025
Domestic Assault/ Interference with Emergency Calls — According to a report made by Deputy Jeremy Smith on January 25, Deputy Smith received two 911 calls from Emily Cruz, 42, of Atwood.
McKenzie Teachers Honored
February 4, 2025
The memory of Mrs. Cleo Dudley Webb, a beloved and longtime member of the community was honored by her daughter, Dr. Reo Dudley Edwards, a 1979 graduate of McKenzie High School.
Recipes 2-4-25
February 4, 2025
Banana Punch 4 cups sugar 6 cups water 6 bananas Juice of 2 lemons
Property Transfers
February 4, 2025
Leonina M. Mitchell to Berry M. and Terry C. Mitchell in District 17.
December Unemployment Down in Area
February 4, 2025
NASHVILLE (January 30) — The December numbers for unemployment from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development show that unemployment is down .1% for Carroll, Weakley and Henry counties.
Calendar 2-4-25
February 4, 2025
Upcoming Dates, Events The following list of events was provided by Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. Specific information about events may be available at a later date.
Marriage Licenses
February 4, 2025
Delton Lee Balentine, 55, of Huntingdon, to Isabel Dereche Buhay, 34, of Huntingdon.
Carroll County General Sessions Court
February 4, 2025
HUNTINGDON (January 29) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on January 29.
Huntingdon Police Reports
February 4, 2025
Theft of Vehicle — On January 17, Police officer Jonathan McDowell spoke to Matthew Stuckey about his 2021 Chevy Tahoe grey in color being stolen from his driveway somewhere between 1:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. The owners had the keys inside so the vehicle must have been towed somehow. At the time this report was made the vehicle was considered stolen until proven otherwise.
LIFELINE Blood Services Hosts Annual ‘Gift from The Heart’ Blood Drive
February 4, 2025
LIFELINE Blood Services invites the community to participate in its annual “Gift from The Heart” Blood Drive, encouraging donors to give blood and save lives in February.
McKenzie Police Reports
February 4, 2025
Domestic Assault — Darren D. Washington, 24, Main Street, McKenzie, was charged with Domestic Assault and Aggravated Assault on January 29.
Lady Lions Survive Gleason Rally, Bulldogs Dominate Second Half
February 4, 2025
GLEASON (January 28) — Gleason High School hosted Dresden Tuesday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Lions led by 28 after three quarters but had to hold off an explosive Lady Bulldog rally to claim a 63-48 win. The Lions led by three at the half, but the Bulldogs were dominant down the stretch to earn a 61-44 victory.
Huntingdon Sweeps McKenzie
February 4, 2025
McKENZIE (January 27) — The storied rivalry continued Monday as McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon for a pair of basketball contests, their first meeting of the season. The Fillies pulled away in the second quarter en route to a 67-35 win. The Rebels took an early lead, but the Mustangs had the edge down the stretch to claim an 86-79 victory.
A Dog of Noble Character
February 4, 2025
A pet of noble character who can find?
Tennessee’s $447M School Voucher Law Now in Effect
February 4, 2025
Tennessee’s largest expansion of school vouchers is now law. Governor Bill Lee has signed the $447 million program, opening 20,000 taxpayer-funded scholarships for private school tuition and education expenses.
UTIA Trade Expert Reappointed to Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee
February 4, 2025
KNOXVILLE — The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) has announced the reappointment of Andrew Muhammad, an agricultural trade expert and Blasingame Chair of Excellence in Agricultural Policy, to the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee. Muhammad will continue to provide guidance to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and the U.S. Trade Representative on international agricultural trade issues.
Tennessee’s New Immigration Law: What Changes, Who It Affects
February 4, 2025
Tennessee has enacted one of its most aggressive immigration laws to date, criminalizing local officials who support sanctuary policies, establishing a new state immigration enforcement office, and requiring separate driver’s licenses for non-U.S. citizens.
Bethel University Nursing Program Receives $335,450 Workforce Development Grant
February 4, 2025
Bethel University has been awarded a $335,450 Workforce Development Grant to expand and enhance its nursing program, a move aimed at addressing the growing demand for healthcare professionals in Tennessee.
