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‘Mark Twain’ Speaks at Rotary

February 20, 2024

McKENZIE (February 13) — Robert ‘Gus’ Radford, portraying Mark Twain, was the guest speaker at the Rotary Club of McKenzie on Tuesday, February 13.

Linda Faye Barber

January 1, 2024

Linda Faye Barber September 23, 1950 — December 24, 2023 Trezevant - After 73 years of life, 55 years of marriage, three children, 15 grandchildren, and 34 great-grandchildren, …

Pamela P. McElhiney

December 15, 2023

GLEASON - Pamela P. McElhiney, age 73, of Gleason, Tenn. died at her home on December 12, 2023. Her wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be at a later date. Mrs. …

Gasoline Prices Fall Over Week

November 6, 2023

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee fell 8.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.00/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 24.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 24.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 6.6 cents in the last week and stands at $4.38 per gallon.

Tolbert Wayne Tillman,

October 29, 2023

Tolbert Wayne Tillman, 83, died at his home in Gleason, Tenn. on October 25, 2023. Mr. Tillman is survived by his wife, Edith Tillman of Gleason. He is also survived by three children, Tolbert …

Bethel Inducts Five into Athletic Hall-of-Fame

October 24, 2023

McKENZIE (October 20) — On Friday, as part of the Homecoming festivities, Bethel University honored three former athletic greats and two contributors with inductions into the prestigious Bethel Athletic Hall-of-Fame. It marked the 43rd class to be honored. Six teams and 109 individuals have been enshrined since 1980. Inducted were Michael Jasper, Dave Jesse, Arielle Montague, and Tom and Patty Kahlden.

Weakley County Schools Return August 7

July 18, 2023

Weakley County students have a little less than a month of summer remaining before they return to school. As the first day of school approaches, school staff are preparing schools for returning students.

Longshot Band Performs on Nights on Broadway July 6

July 6, 2023

Come to downtown McKenzie on Thursday, July 6 at 7 p.m. to hear the Longshot Band perform for Nights on Broadway. It is a city-sponsored free event. Bring your lawnchairs and dancing shoes. The …

Photo Gallery of McLemoresville July 4th Parade (2023)

July 6, 2023

Attached is a gallery of photos of the McLemoresville, Tennessee July 4, 2023 parade. The day's events include a parade, cakewalk, live band and fireworks - all in downtown …

Flippin Accepted to Honors Academy

June 5, 2023

Huntingdon rising senior Ava Flippin, was accepted into the 2023 Commonwealth Honors Academy at Murray State University.

Ann Martin Adams

April 23, 2023

McKENZIE, Tenn - Ann Martin Adams died Sunday, April 23. Funeral services are Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 1 p.m. at Brummitt-McKenzie Funeral Home. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. She …

Unintended Consequences of Absolute Power

April 11, 2023

NASHVILLE — Decisions have consequences, sometimes unintended. Such was the case for the Republican-led vote to oust two young, Black Democrat legislators from the Tennessee House of Representatives last Thursday.

UPDATE 5:40 P.M. Saturday -- Storms Disrupt Power in Carroll County

March 25, 2023

HUNTINGDON (March 25, 2023) - Power restoration nearing completion. Crews are finalizing the remaining work. If you are still experiencing an outage, please call 731-986-8284 to report. Thank you for your patience!. Crews were earlier in the day working to restore approximately 250 customers who remained without power from the wind event last night. Primary issues are related to trees falling through …