Trial Begins in Decade-Old Murder
May 21, 2024
DRESDEN — The trial in State of Tennessee v. David Swift, is expected to start Wednesday, May 29, 2024, in Dresden, Tennessee, before Judge Mark Hayes. The defendant in this case is David Swift.
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State Rep. Tandy Darby Secures $250K for Special Olympics
May 21, 2024
NASHVILLE — State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, secured $250,000 in state funding for Special Olympics of Tennessee.
Memorial Day Ceremonies Planned
May 21, 2024
McKenzie Memorial Day Program The speaker is Reverend Garrett Burns, a reserve chaplain with the U.S. Navy. Traditionally, veterans place a wreath at the War Memorial in Veterans Park, downtown McKenzie. Placing the wreath is Dana Deem, retired Air Force representing the American Legion and Steve Davis, VFW Post 4939 commander, U.S. Army retired.
Calendar 5-21-24
May 21, 2024
McKenzie Memorial Library’s Hours The McKenzie Memorial Library, Broadway Street, is open, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays throughout the summer for the Summer Reading Program. Additionally, the library has programs on most Saturdays beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Looking Back from Our Archives
May 21, 2024
10 Years Ago — Miss Tennessee, Shelby Thompson Visits Oak Manor. She visited with the elderly people and gave them autographed photos.
Carroll County Moves to Centralized Financing, Cuts Highway Supervisors to One
May 21, 2024
HUNTINGDON (May 13) — Come July 1, Carroll County will have a central financial management system. During Monday night’s meeting of the Carroll County Commission, the legislative body voted unanimously to approve Resolution 5-01-2024 ratifying Private Chapter No. 57 pertaining to a centralized finance department. This change comes at the recommendation of the Tennessee Comptroller.
Rebels are State Bound
May 21, 2024
McKENZIE (May 15) — The McKenzie Rebel High School Baseball team played the Richland Raiders in a double header for a shot at the TSSAA State Championship Tournament. In a best out of three format, the Rebels were able to two from the Raiders to advance to championship series.
Earl Warren
May 21, 2024
I didn’t know he joined the Army when he was 17 and fought during World War II as a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion at Pointe du Hoc, France.
McKenzie Special School District Hosts Year-End Banquet
May 21, 2024
McKENZIE (MAY 13) — Associates of the McKenzie Special School District were honored for their service during a year-end dinner held in the National Guard Armory on Monday, May 13.
Rotary Hears About Bethel’s Global Studies
May 21, 2024
McKENZIE (May 14) — Members of the Rotary Club of McKenzie heard from Bethel University’s Global Studies program. Stacie Freeman, leader of Bethel University Global Studies, was the featured speaker. She thanked the club members for donating supplies for a service/learning trip to Guatemala, where Bethel students and community members, worked in elementary schools in Guatemala City. Travelers also visited Lake Atitlan, Antiqua, and San Juan.
Thomas Atkins Harrington
May 20, 2024
Funeral services for Thomas Atkins Harrington, "Tommy", are Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Gleason Methodist Church with Bro. Alan Trull and Bro. Gene Price officiating. Burial will follow …
Two Arrested for Drugs by TBI
May 20, 2024
CARROLL COUNTY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Huntingdon Police Department has …
Michael Jay Hampton
May 20, 2024
Michael Jay Hampton, 65, of McKenzie, Tennessee died at his home on Saturday, May 18, 2024 with his loved ones by his side. Michael was born April 14, 1959, to J.D. and Otera Hampton …
Kenneth Earl Foster
May 20, 2024
McKENZIE, Tenn. - Graveside Services for Kenneth Earl Foster are Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Enon Baptist Church Cemetery with Chaplain Stephanie Brown officiating and burial to follow. …
Fatality on Kentucky Lake in Henry County
May 20, 2024
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency responded to a call about an unresponsive man found in the water near a boat on Kentucky Lake at approximately 10 a.m. on Sunday, May …
Annie Mae Holland
May 19, 2024
Mrs. Annie Mae Holland, 95, of McLemoresville, Tennessee, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were Sunday, May 19, 2024, in the Chapel of …
Huntingdon Special School District to Launch Blue & Gold Network: Promoting Student Engagement and the Huntingdon School Community
May 16, 2024
HUNTINGDON (May 16) – The Huntingdon Special School District announces the launch of the Blue & Gold Network, representing a significant moment in the district's commitment to …
Judge Hugh William Roark
May 16, 2024
ELIZABETHTOWN, Kentucky - Judge Hugh William Roark, 94, of Elizabethtown, died peacefully Monday, May 13, 2024, at home among family. He was born October 26, 1929, near Bolivar, Tenn., and grew …
Roberto Morano
May 16, 2024
TREZEVANT, Tenn. - Mr. Roberto Morano, 68, of Trezevant, Tennessee died Tuesday May 14, 2024 at his home. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 16, 2024, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter …
Glenda Maze Chambers
May 16, 2024
McKenzie, Tenn - Funeral services for Glenda Mize Chamber are Friday, May 17, 2024, at 2 p.m. (EST) at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville, Tenn. The family will receive friends on Friday at noon (EST) …
