America's Semiquincentennial
July 6, 2026
Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in July 2026, and the word "semiquincentennial" may come up in conversation during those celebrations. Some people may not be …
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Notable Events in Colonial America in 1776
July 6, 2026
The year the United States came to be was an interesting time to be alive, particularly for those living in colonial America. The American Revolutionary War began in 1776, and much of the year was …
Thomas Edward “Tommy” Townsend, O.D.
July 5, 2026
PARIS, Tenn. — Dr. Thomas Edward “Tommy” Townsend, age 75 of Paris, Tenn., died on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Tommy was born on April 21, 1951, to the late …
Margaret Rose Hawkins
July 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mrs. Margaret Rose Hawkins, 95, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Sunday, June 28, 2026, at her home. Funeral services were Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in the Chapel of …
Charlotte Irene Dalton
July 5, 2026
Charlotte Irene Dalton, 66, died on June 25, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services were Thursday, July 2, 2026, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral Home. …
Mae Jean Campbell Holland
July 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mae Jean Holland, 69, formerly of Huntingdon, died on July 1, 2026. Jean was born on July 2, 1956, to Bill and Mae Evelyn Campbell. She was a 1974 graduate of Central High …
Brent Franklin Smith
July 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — Brent Franklin Smith, 55, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Baptist Hospital Huntingdon. Funeral services were at Carter’s Chapel Church on …
Ruby Sanders Allen
July 3, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Ruby Sanders Allen, a devoted wife, mother, and pillar of the McKenzie community, died on July 1, 2026, at The Waters. She was 89 years old. Funeral services are Monday, July …
Central Refrigeration Owner Offers Tips for AC Efficiency
July 2, 2026
McKENZIE (July 2) — On Thursday, the fourth consecutive day of extreme heat and humidity in northwest Tennessee, Central Refrigeration owner Zack Cox spoke to The Banner and shared some tips to maximize the efficiency of residential central air conditioning. The heat wave is expected to continue into Friday with a high of 96 degrees projected in McKenzie. However, chances of precipitation and even severe weather increase over the next few days and will likely push daily high temperatures down to the high 90s over the weekend and into the high 80s throughout next week.
Jan Cozart
July 1, 2026
GLEASON — Memorial services for Jan Cozart are Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Thursday, 12:30 p.m. until service time. …
Margaret Rose Hawkins
July 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mrs. Margaret Rose Hawkins, 95, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Sunday, June 28, 2026, at her home. Funeral services were at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in the Chapel of …
Joan Williams
July 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mrs. Joan Williams, 87, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Sunday, June 28, 2026, at The Waters of McKenzie. Funeral services are on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel …
Col. James C. Harding to Join Discovery Park’s Tennessee America 250 Celebration
June 30, 2026
UNION CITY (June 23) — Col. James C. Harding, of Huntingdon, will join the Discovery Park of America's Tennessee America 250 celebration on July 3, just days after his 92nd birthday, the museum announced Tuesday.
Work Continues on State Route 76/US 79 in Trezevant
June 30, 2026
Construction continues in Trezevant on the realigned State Route 76/U.S.79, a road that will eventually be a minimum of four lanes of highway between McKenzie and Milan.
Progress Made in Bethel University Turf Replacement
June 30, 2026
In the second week of Bethel University’s turf replacement project at Walter Butler Stadium, the football field was completely stripped of its decade-old turf.
Jackson Symphony Concert Held on Huntingdon’s Court Square
June 30, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 23) — The community gathered for an unforgettable evening of live music as The Jackson Symphony presented “Symphony on the Move” on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m.
McKenzie High School Preseason Football Schedule Released
June 30, 2026
McKENZIE — McKenzie High School football recently released a schedule of activities for the 2026 preseason.
Coach Jeff Britt’s Basketball Camps Develop Youth Talent
June 30, 2026
McKENZIE (June 22-24) — The Annual Wildcat Individual Basketball Camp, hosted by Bethel University Men’s Basketball Head Coach Jeff Britt, welcomed dozens of young hoops enthusiasts to campus last week.
Fire Damages Hinkledale Road Home
June 30, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (June 16) — A Tuesday evening fire damaged a rural home on Hinkledale Road near McKenzie.
The SteelDrivers to Headline Huntingdon Heritage Festival
June 30, 2026
HUNTINGDON (June 26) — Bluegrass group The SteelDrivers are this year’s Huntingdon Heritage Festival headliners, the Town of Huntingdon and The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center announced Friday. The annual festival takes place in downtown Huntingdon on Saturday, September 19.
