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Kentucky Man Ordered to Pay $15K for Henry County Timber Theft

July 9, 2026

West Carroll FBLA Earns National Silver Champion Chapter Recognition

July 9, 2026

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (June 29–July 2) — West Carroll High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter recently represented Tennessee at the FBLA National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas.

Walter “Pete” Hargrove

July 9, 2026

HUNTINGDON — Mr. Walter “Pete” Hargrove, 85, of Buena Vista, Tennessee, died Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Huntingdon.

William Hailey Forsyth

July 9, 2026

Mr. William Hailey Forsyth, 66, of Jackson died Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare North Hospital in Jackson.

Susana Barrientoz Maria Reynolds

July 9, 2026

Mrs. Susana Barrientoz Maria Reynolds, 80, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at her home.

Prater's Taters Sign Removed in McKenzie

July 9, 2026

McKENZIE (July 7) — The “Prater’s Taters” sign in downtown McKenzie has officially seen its last day — two years after the McKenzie restaurant closed.

McKenzie School Board Approves $15.7 Million Budget

July 8, 2026

McKENZIE (July 7) — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education approved a $15.7 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year during a brief meeting Tuesday afternoon. Also approved was the certified property tax rate of $.7483 per $100 assessed value, unchanged from last year. The tax rate is distributed between the General Purpose Fund ($.4898) and the Debt Service Fund ($.2585).

Bethel Expands Access To Nursing With Two New Paths

July 8, 2026

McKENZIE — Bethel University is opening two new doors into its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: Direct Entry admission for first-year and transfer students, and a dedicated LPN to BSN pathway for working nurses. The expansion comes as Tennessee faces a serious nursing shortage, with the Tennessee Hospital Association projecting a statewide shortfall of more than 8,500 registered nurses by 2035.

Two Paris Businessesmen Indicted On Drug, Firearms Charges

July 8, 2026

PARIS (July 7) — A Henry County Grand Jury has indicted two local businessmen on drug and firearms charges. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office and 24th Judicial Drug Task Force arrested Jay Sukhadia and Dharmendra Sukhadia Tuesday on Grand Jury indictments that were returned on Monday, July 6.

Habitat for Humanity Dedication is July 19

July 8, 2026

McKENZIE — Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County recently announced the completion and upcoming dedication ceremony for the nonprofit's 24th home. JayAnn Johnson will receive the keys to her new home at 817 Walnut Avenue West in McKenzie on Sunday, July 19 at 2 p.m.

Coming Soon: The New McKenzieBanner.com

July 7, 2026

We're excited to announce that a brand-new McKenzieBanner.com is on the way! Very soon, The McKenzie Banner will unveil a completely redesigned website built to make it easier than ever to stay up-to-date on news and developments in the tri-county area. Whether you're reading on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you'll enjoy a faster, cleaner, and more user-friendly experience.

Hunker Down with Kes: An Unsuspected Fourth of July Postscript

July 7, 2026

It came out of nowhere. And good golly, I was not prepared.

Sheriff Candidates Address Community Questions in Town Hall

July 7, 2026

HUNTINGDON (June 30) — The three candidates for Carroll County Sheriff faced off Tuesday night for a town hall and community forum, hosted by The McKenzie Banner and the Carroll County Observer, at the Carroll County Civic Center.

Patrick Willis Inducted into NFHS National High School Hall of Fame

July 7, 2026

SALT LAKE CITY (June 29) — Before ever playing an organized sport, Patrick Willis recalls seeing highlight tapes – yes, the old VHS variety in his elementary classroom – of former Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School players who starred for the Tigers before him.

The Wit and Wisdom of David Johnson: Embrace Your Fear and Anxiety

July 7, 2026

Kerry stares numbly at the notice on the bulletin board announcing the permanent closing of his plant. It’s the only job he’s had for twenty-five years.

TBI Agents Investigating I-40/Madison County Officer-Involved Shooting Death

July 7, 2026

At the request of 26th Judicial District Attorney General Jody Pickens, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of a deadly officer-involved shooting on Friday afternoon involving the Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office.