From Determination to the Gulf: Local Sisters Ride for a Cause in ‘She to Sea’
March 17, 2026
When you clip into your pedals before sunrise, the air is still cool and the miles ahead stretch farther than you can see.
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Local RN Highlights Life-Changing Benefits of Pulmonary Rehab at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County
March 17, 2026
McKENZIE (February 24) — Many are familiar with cardiac rehabilitation, but a vital program for chronic lung disease sufferers often goes unnoticed.
Inglenook Book Club Meets
March 17, 2026
McKENZIE — The Inglenook Book Club met on March 11 at 3 p.m. at Lakeside in McKenzie.
JM Well Service Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting
March 17, 2026
HUNTINGDON (March 13) — JM Well Service had a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday morning at the Carroll County Civic Center.
Gasoline Prices Rise 31.6 Cents During Week
March 17, 2026
TENNESSEE (March 17) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee increased 31.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.32/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee.
Weakley County Agencies Deploy AEDs to Help Combat Overdose Emergencies
March 17, 2026
WEAKLEY COUNTY — Law enforcement agencies across Weakley County are strengthening their ability to respond to medical emergencies and opioid overdoses with the deployment of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in patrol vehicles and key locations across the county.
Michael Beasley
March 16, 2026
McKenzie, Tenn. — Funeral Services for Michael Beasley are on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at New Valley Cemetery, Gleason, Tenn.
David Dean Verdell
March 16, 2026
Services for David Dean Verdell, age 63, of Gleason, Tenn. will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 1 pm at Gleason First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in …
Wayne Drinkard
March 15, 2026
BRUCETON — Mr. Wayne Drinkard, 66, of Bruceton, died Sunday, March 8, 2026, at his home. Funeral services were on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 1: p.m. in the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home with …
Larry Dale Wilson
March 15, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Larry Dale Wilson, 81, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home. Funeral services were on Friday, March 13, 2026, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter …
Ray McCormick
March 15, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Ray McCormick, 91, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by character, generosity, and devotion to his family and community. …
McKenzie Native Allie Chappell To Run 2026 Boston Marathon
March 10, 2026
On April 20, 2026, Allie Chappell will join 24,361 runners at the starting line of the 130th Boston Marathon.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
March 10, 2026
Drug Possession, Evading Arrest Charges — On February 27, Deputy Daniel Thomas was monitoring traffic near Highway 22 when he observed a dark-colored sedan stopped for an extended period at an intersection before entering the highway and traveling north toward Huntingdon.
Bethel to Host First, Second Rounds of NAIA Women's Basketball National Championship
March 10, 2026
McKENZIE (March 5) — For the second year in a row, Crisp Arena, the home of Bethel University's Lady Wildcats, serves as one of the 16 venues across the country to host first- and second-round action in the NAIA Women's Basketball National Championship. The 64-team tournament begins Friday and Saturday, March 13-14.
McKenzie Schools Receive State Waiver for Storm-Related Closures
March 10, 2026
McKENZIE (March 3) — The McKenzie Special School District has received state approval to waive 10 instructional days missed due to Winter Storm Fern, Director of Schools Dr. Justin Barden announced during Tuesday night’s school board meeting.
Kentucky Lake Aviation Takes Off at Carroll County Airport
March 10, 2026
McKENZIE — A new flight school at the Carroll County Airport is giving West Tennessee residents a chance to learn to fly.
Carroll County General Sessions Court Report
March 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON (March 4) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on March 4.
Property Transfers
March 10, 2026
Barsto Rental to Arrow Construction in District 11.
Norma Jean Padgett
March 10, 2026
Funeral services for Norma Jean Padgett are Friday, March 13, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Brummitt‑McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Editorial: Eternal Sunshine of the Sleep-Deprived Mind
March 10, 2026
Of all the wild beliefs and rituals that have ever existed, Daylight Saving Time has got to be one of the most devastating the day after the time change happens in Spring.
