McKenzie Middle School Honor Roll – Second Nine Weeks
January 12, 2026
McKENZIE (January 12) — McKenzie Middle School released All A's and All A and B honor rolls Monday for the second nine weeks of the 2025-26 school year.
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Marsha Lene "Mimi" Townes
January 12, 2026
McKENZIE — Marsha Lene “Mimi” Townes, 85, died at her residence on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Funeral services for Marsha Lene “Mimi” Townes are Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1 p.m. …
Fillies, Bulldogs Split Wins
January 12, 2026
HUNTINGDON (January 10) — Huntingdon Middle School hosted Inman Saturday afternoon for a pair of basketball games. The Fillies rode an early lead to a 49-36 victory, while the visiting Bulldogs claimed a thrilling, 40-39 win. It was a special day at HMS as between games, the gymnasium was dedicated in honor of legendary coaches Bill Ezell and David Hale (see separate story).
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.
Huntingdon Middle School Dedicates 'Bill Ezell-David Hale Gymnasium' to Legendary Coaches
January 12, 2026
HUNTINGDON (January 10) — A large crowd gathered Saturday afternoon at Huntingdon Middle School for a dedication ceremony naming the gymnasium for legendary coaches Bill Ezell and David Hale.
James Herrold Vaughn
January 11, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — Mr. James Herrold Vaughn, 84, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Friday, January 9, 2026, at his home. Graveside services were 2:00 PM Sunday January 11, 2026 at Hebron …
IRS announces first day of 2026 filing season; online tools and resources help with tax filing
January 11, 2026
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season. This year, several new tax law provisions of the One, Big, …
Robbye “Beth” Fuzzell
January 9, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Robbye “Beth” Fuzzell are Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Saturday, …
Rebecca I. Cheatham
January 9, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Rebecca I. Cheatham are Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Enon Baptist Church in McKenzie. The family will receive friends at the church on …
Doris Caperton Blount
January 9, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Ms. Doris Caperton Blount, 84, died at Baptist Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1941, at Morris …
Jean L. Moore
January 9, 2026
Mrs. Jean L. Moore, 79, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, peacefully in her sleep at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services are in the Chapel of Chase …
Area Players Named to TSWA Football All-State Team
January 9, 2026
NASHVILLE (January 9) — The Tennessee Sports Writers Association released its Football All-State Team for classes 1A-3A Friday, including several area players.
Oscar Ezra Graham Jr.
January 8, 2026
BRUCETON, Tenn. — Mr. Oscar Ezra Graham Jr., 79, of Bruceton, died Monday, January 5, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Graveside service will be held …
Patricia A. Fullmer
January 8, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn, — Mrs. Patricia A. Fullmer, 86, died at her residence on Monday, January 5, 2026. There will be no services at this time.
Robert Ray Crocker
January 7, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Robert Ray Crocker are on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, from 10 …
Fillies Claim Championship over Gibson County
January 6, 2026
HUNTINGDON (December 30) — The Huntingdon Fillies are the champions of the Huntingdon High School Point Guard Coca-Cola Girls' Christmas Tournament after a gritty, 49-35 win over Gibson County Tuesday evening, capping a full day of games determining final tournament placement.
Carroll County Commission to Honor Huntingdon Football Team
January 6, 2026
The Carroll County Commission meets on January 12 at 7 p.m. at the Carroll County Civic Center. On the agenda is a proclamation honoring the Huntingdon High School State Champion Football Team. Also, the Commission will fill the vacancy in District 3 previously held by Larry Spencer.
McKenzie School Board Hears Good News of Unexpected State Revenue
January 6, 2026
McKENZIE (January 3) — McKenzie Special School District Board of Education received some unexpected good news as it relates to state revenues.
Tennessee Enacts Domestic Violence Offender Registry
January 6, 2026
Savanna’s Law, enacted as Tennessee Public Chapter 520, creates a public registry maintained by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) for persistent domestic violence offenders—individuals convicted of an offense against a domestic abuse victim who have at least one prior such conviction.
Tennessee Sees Drop in Traffic Fatalities in 2025
January 6, 2026
NASHVILLE — Tennessee recorded a significant decline in traffic fatalities in 2025, with 147 fewer roadway deaths than the previous year, according to year-end data released by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
