Ann (Simmons) Chandler
June 13, 2024
McKENZIE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Ann (Simmons) Chandler, who peacefully died on June 12, 2024. She was born on July 12, 1950, to Aaron Bailess and Elizabeth …
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Fish Stocked by TWRA for Casting for Cure Fishing Tournament
June 13, 2024
MCKENZIE (JUNE 13, 2024) - Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency stocks catfish at McKenzie City Park for Saturday’s Steve McCadams “Casting For A Cure” Kids Fishing Rodeo. It’s free for kids. Registration will be 8-9 AM; fishing hours are 9-11 AM. The event benefits the American Cancer Society. Photo: Steve McCadams
Calendar 6-11-24
June 11, 2024
Salute Our Vets 5K The American Legion Post 47 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 47 of Huntingdon are co-hosting the Second Annual Salute Our Vets 5K on Saturday, June 22 at 7 a.m. at the east side of the Carroll County Courthouse in Huntingdon.
Willie Huffman is Retiring from TCAT-McKenzie, Paris
June 11, 2024
Two retirement receptions are scheduled for Willie Huffman, who is retiring as President of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Henry/Carroll. The receptions are 2-4 p.m. Monday, June 17, at the TCAT in Paris and from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the TCAT in McKenzie.
Local Students on MTSU Dean’s List
June 11, 2024
MURFREESBORO — Middle Tennessee State University is congratulating 5,475 students who appear on the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester.
Jackson Symphony Opens Nights on Broadway
June 11, 2024
McKENZIE — The Jackson Symphony — Symphony on the Move was the opening event for the annual series Nights on Broadway on Friday. The small ensemble of musicians provided jazz music for an appreciative audience, who were seated in Veterans Park.
McKenzie High School Decades Reunion is October 4-5
June 11, 2024
McKENZIE — The newly formed McKenzie High School Alumni Association is hosting its first event on October 4 and 5.
Huntingdon Still in Turmoil Over Water Department
June 11, 2024
HUNTINGDON (June 5) — Brown water and grinder pumps continue to take center stage in the Town of Huntingdon. During the Public Works Committee Meeting, the press and non-Public Works Employees were requested to leave the meeting temporarily as the board moved into an executive session with the town’s attorney Robert Keeton, III.
Property Transfers
June 11, 2024
Ashley Long to Amber Cole in District 22.
Great-Grandmother Shows True Dedication
June 11, 2024
Faye Jones proved to be a dedicated Rebels baseball fan. Jones, age 92, great-grandmother of Fletcher Holt, attended the TSSAA State Championship Series.
Huntingdon Police Reports
June 11, 2024
HUNTINGDON (June 5) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on June 5.DUI; 1st Offense — Robert Lyles, 37, was arrested on June 1 for driving under the influence and violation of implied consent law.
Huntingdon’s Ensley Back in the College World Series
June 11, 2024
KNOXVILLE (June 9) — With the win over Evansville on Sunday night in the super regional round, the UT Knoxville Vols baseball team notched a spot in the College World Series. The three-game series advanced the Vols to their first back-to-back appearance in Omaha.
Congressman Kustoff Visits Normandy, Paris to Mark 80th Anniversary of D-Day
June 11, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) recently traveled to Normandy and Paris to mark the 80th Anniversary of D-Day and honor our greatest generation.
The Open Meetings Act or the Sunshine Laws
June 11, 2024
As a way to educate the public and some local officials. The Banner is providing a crash course in the Opening Meetings Act or what is also known as the Sunshine Law. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis said over a century ago, “Sunlight is said to be the best of disinfectants.” This simply means that transparency provides for good governance.
Broadway Street, Budget on Agenda
June 11, 2024
The McKenzie City Council meets Thursday, June 13 with the following items on the agenda: under old business is the second reading of Ordinance 568 - the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget; the second reading of Ordinance 569 - conversion of Broadway Street to a One-Way Street.
Dear McKenzie City Council Members:
June 11, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a letter from the co-owners of Tri-County Publishing, Inc. dba The McKenzie Banner, Jason and Brittany Martin, that will be delivered to members of McKenzie City Council prior to the meeting and read during the meeting. This is also meant to serve as an additional attempt to contact the city council prior to the meeting on Thursday, June 13.
Henry County Authorities Make Drug Arrest
June 11, 2024
On June 9, 2024, the 24 th Judicial District Drug Task Force agents executed a search warrant at a home on Lone Oak Road. Agents arrested the resident of the home, Stacey Kee, on felony drug and …
Carroll County General Sessions Court
June 11, 2024
HUNTINGDON (June 5) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on June 5.
Recipes 6-11-24
June 11, 2024
Barbecued Beef Patties 1 cup soft bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 1 lb ground beef 1 teaspoon salt Pepper to taste 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
State ECD, State Representative Tandy Darby Visit Haven Steel
June 11, 2024
McKENZIE/Henry County (June 10) — State Representative Tandy Darby (R-Greenfield) and representatives for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development visited Haven Steel on Monday to tour the manufacturing plant and its new upgraded machinery.
