Overflow Church Homeschool Group Visits the Newspaper
January 13, 2026
McKENZIE (January 7) — On Wednesday, a group of homeschooled children that attend Overflow Church visited The Banner to learn about the newspaper and print shop.
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January 13, 2026
I often think about history in the context of what we are doing in this moment, the present. We are making history as we speak. Though it may never be talked about in a classroom or museum, we are all a part of history. Our actions, big and small, affect our collective story.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
January 13, 2026
Drug Charges — On January 3, Deputy Alex Sherwood conducted a traffic stop on a black 1997 Ford F-150 after observing a non-illuminating driver-side headlamp. The stop occurred on Highway 104 East near Hickory Flat Road.
Former Cedar Grove Fire Chief Indicted for Fraud, Theft
January 13, 2026
CEDAR GROVE (January 7) — Michael Browning Jr., 35, former station fire chief for Cedar Grove, was indicted and arrested on Wednesday evening on charges of fraudulent use of a credit card and theft of property over $10,000.
Hope Springs Eternal, No Matter When You Start
January 13, 2026
I was sitting on my back steps at 1310 Garrison Avenue the first week of January. Thinking. And watching three cats roaming around in the yard. Only one of the felines halfway belonged to us. It was the one my first wife stole from our nice, polite, but unsuspecting next-door neighbors.
Carroll County Chamber to Recognize Colonel Harding
January 13, 2026
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce will recognize Colonel James Harding Friday, January 16, at 8 a.m. at the Carroll County Civic Center for receiving the Distinguished Career and Leadership Award. The recognition will be held at the beginning of the Chamber’s Capitol Talk with Tennessee Representative Brock Martin.
Retired Judge, Bruceton Police Chief Indicted
January 13, 2026
HUNTINGDON (January 5) — A former General Sessions Judge and the Bruceton Police Chief are among those indicted on Monday, January 5 by the Grand Jury of the Carroll County Circuit Court.
ZAPO Brings Formal Fashions to McKenzie
January 13, 2026
The story starts in Zapotlanejo, Jalisco, Mexico. Jackelyne Padilla, just a little girl, walks through her dad’s hometown in awe at the fashions on display in the town’s shops. Every year, her family would visit the town. Every year, Padilla would say she wanted a similar store of her own.
Kim Smith Named CASA Program Director
January 13, 2026
Lifelong educator Kim Smith received a new title January 1, rising from her retirement from the McKenzie Special School District to become Carroll County’s program director for Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) of Henderson and Carroll counties.
Huntingdon Police Reports
January 13, 2026
Harassment — According to a report made on January 2, officers responded to Lend Nation in Huntingdon in reference to the harassment of an employee.
Norval to Share Story of Local War Hero with Historical Society
January 13, 2026
It is a new year and it is time for the first meeting of the Huntingdon TN Historical Society. The society meets in the conference room of Huntingdon City Hall on Wednesday, January 21, at 9 a.m.
Carroll County General Sessions Court Report
January 13, 2026
HUNTINGDON (January 7) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on January 7.
West Carroll School Board Swears in Mueller, Honors BETA State Competitors
January 13, 2026
ATWOOD (January 8) — Paul Mueller is the newest member of the West Carroll Special School District Board of Education. Mueller was sworn in at the beginning of the board's regular monthly meeting Thursday by Chris Hayden, attorney for the district. Mueller was appointed to fill the seat of Misty Mitchell, who recently resigned from the position.
Calendar 1-13-26
January 13, 2026
McKenzie Senior Center Schedule McKenzie Senior Center schedule of events for the week of 1/14-1/20: 1/14 - Dominos at 12:30 p.m. Nancy’s line dance class at 6 p.m., open to everyone, $4.
Webb Alumni to Host Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
January 13, 2026
The Webb Alumni Association is hosting a Martin Luther King , Jr. Celebration with a community soup kitchen on January 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
McKenzie Sweeps West Carroll
January 13, 2026
McKENZIE (January 6) — McKenzie High School hosted West Carroll Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests and earned a sweep. A strong second quarter carried the Lady Rebels to a 50-31 win, while the Rebels pulled away in the third frame for a 78-34 victory.
McKenzie Police Reports
January 13, 2026
Violation of Order of Protection — A traffic stop on January 11 led to two people being charged with separate charges.
McKenzie City to Consider Removing Fluoride
January 13, 2026
McKENZIE (January 8) — During a workshop, prior to the regular McKenzie City Council meeting, Water Superintendent Earnest Umstead spoke to the Council at length about the possibility of removing fluoride from the water system.
Lady Rebels Best McEwen in Thriller, Rebels Fall
January 12, 2026
McEWEN (January 9) — McKenzie HIgh School began district basketball play Friday with a pair of road contests at McEwen. The Lady Rebels carried an early advantage into the third, where the Warriorettes took the momentum and the lead. McKenzie rallied in the fourth to claim a narrow, 56-54 victory. The Warriors pulled away early for a 78-44 win.
McKenzie's Weatherford Signs with Bethel Golf
January 12, 2026
McKENZIE (January 9) — McKenzie High School senior golf standout Charli Weatherford will continue her athletic career at Bethel University following a signing ceremony Friday in the MHS Theatre. She was joined by family, coaches, teammates, classmates and other longtime supporters.
