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Ruta Sepetys with Carol Nanney, MHS Librarian, and Erika Travis, who is seeking her master’s in Library Science. Erika volunteered for the special visit by Sepetys.

Ruta Sepetys, Bestselling Author, Visits McKenzie High

McKENZIE (May 9, 2023) — Ruta Sepetys (Rūta Šepetys) is an internationally acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction published in over sixty countries and … more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 5/12/23

Daphne “Jim” L. Scott Childress

Formerly of McKenzie, Tenn. and Gainesville, Georgia Memorial services for Daphne “Jim” L. Scott Childress, 96, are Friday, May 19, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Brummitt-McKenzie Funeral Home. more

5/14/23

LIFELINE Blood Services Critical Appeal Continues

JACKSON — West Tennessee’s blood supply is at an extremely low level, according to LIFELINE Blood Services. The organization continues its Critical Appeal for the third week, requesting blood types O positive, O negative, A positive, A negative, B positive and B negative right away. more

6/13/23

Donald Joseph Calderaro

GLEASON — A memorial service for Donald Joseph Calderaro, 72, is Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Tumbling Creek Baptist Church near Gleason with Brother Gene Price officiating. It was Mr. … more

7/31/23

Shirley Kay Higdon

Mrs. Shirley Kay Higdon, 59, of McKenzie, Tennessee passed away Wednesday August 2,2023 at Henry County Medical Center. Funeral services were Saturday, August 5, … more

8/6/23

Brady Warbritton and the Huntingdon offense push relentlessly forward against a tired Panther defense.

Mustangs Topple #1 Team for the Second Week in a Row

Huntingdon welcomed the Riverside Panthers to Paul Ward Stadium Friday night in a region match-up pitting the Mustangs against the team ranked number one in the state for the Class 2-A poll. more

By Kathy Bush
banner@mckenziebanner.com | 10/3/23

County Chamber to Hold 40th Annual Membership Banquet

HUNTINGDON — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce will host its 40th Annual Membership Banquet on Monday, October 23, 2023, at the Carroll County Civic Center. The evening begins at 6:15 with … more

10/5/23

Dale R. Kelley Center to be Dedicated Thursday

Huntingdon City Hall, 19810 E Main St, Huntingdon, Tenn. will be formally named “Dale R. Kelley Center” on Thursday, October 19, 2023. The dedication ceremony is after the 5:15 p.m. council meeting. This date was chosen in honor of former Mayor Kelley’s birthday. more

10/17/23

Anthony David Vermillion

McKENZIE, Tenn. - A memorial service for Anthony David Vermillion is Friday, October 27, 2023 at 3 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday, 1 - 3 … more

10/25/23

Butler family members and members of the Bethel Board of Trustees stand alongside a temporary sign renaming Wildcat Stadium to Walter Butler Stadium. (L to R) Dr. Wayne Scott, Julia Maddox, Joseph Butler, Dr. Lee Butler, Easton Butler, Dr. Morgan Butler, Bost and Banks Butler, Thomas Butler, Joie Butler and Jennifer Butler, Dr. Walter Butler, Leon Cole, Ken Quinton, Lisa Cole, Craig White, Nancy Bean, Dr. Bernice Richardson, Jon Carlock, Patty Kahlden and Myra Carlock.

Wildcat Stadium Renamed Walter Butler Stadium

McKENZIE (December 2) — December 2, 2023 was a big day of honor for Dr. Walter Butler, president of Bethel University. more

12/5/23

Bethel Names Alley Silva as New Assistant Softball Coach

McKENZIE — Ally Silva is the new Bethel University Assistant Softball Coach. more

Courtesy Bethel SID | 12/26/23

McKenzie High School Baseball Schedule

Monday, March 25 Baseball at home against Camden at 5 p.m. more

3/26/24

Jasper Newton Daniel, is a world-famous American distiller, known for being the creator of the Jack Daniel Distillery.

Weekly 150: Jack Daniel

Last week, much to my chagrin, I was not only surprised by the story of Lem Motlow but also by the fact that I have never written about one of Tennessee’s most prolific sons, Jack Daniel. I’m not one to shy away from occasional libations, especially one of the brown spirit nature. So this week, it is a fine time to devote a little ink to the whiskey maker. more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 4/9/24

Huntingdon Police Reports

Driving on Revoked, Speeding — Amber M. Hillard, 36, of Huntingdon, was arrested on April 7, for Driving on a Suspended License. Officer Townes initiated a traffic stop when the radar picked up Hilliard driving 72 in a 55-mph speed zone. A computer check confirmed Hillard had a suspended license. more

4/16/24

Brooklyn Polinski, 18, is the 2022 Carroll County Fairest of the Fair. She is a freshman at Jackson State Community College and a resident of Atwood.

Carroll County Fairest of Fair

CARROLL COUNTY FAIREST OF FAIR 2022 — Brooklyn Polinski, 18, a graduate of West Carroll High School and a student at Jackson State Community College is the 2022 Fairest of the Fair. She is the daughter of Jessica Estes and Tommy Polinski of Atwood. She has blond hair and green eyes. Her career choice is to become a registered nurse. more

9/27/22

The Hudson Family: The long tradition of Bethel students continues since 2006. (L to R): Ellen Hudson Clark — BS in Biology ‘12; Michael Hudson — BS in Biology ‘18; Trent Hudson (dad)- BS in Psychology ‘13; Alyssa Hudson — BS in Biology ‘24; Sherrye Hudson — MSCJ ‘13; Kelsey Hudson (daughter-in-law) — BS in Psychology ‘20; Matthew Hudson — BS in Biology ‘19; Trent’s sister — Jill Hudson Scott — BS in Biology ‘96 and MAT ‘03, and her son, Hansford, a current Bethel student. Not pictured: Jacob Hudson — BS in Computer Information Systems ‘11. Several years, there were at least three Hudsons enrolled at the same time.

Bethel University Confers 347 Degrees During Spring Commencement Ceremony

McKENZIE (May 4) — Bethel University conferred 347 degrees in associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s levels. more

5/7/24

Connie Lowe Haley

McKENZIE, Tenn - Funeral Services for Connie Lowe Haley are Friday, October 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill UMC Cemetery, … more

10/26/22

A fake point-after led Zach Aird (#3) to a 2-point conversion. When his progress stalled, his fellow team mates successfully pushed him into the end zone. Tate Surber (#14), who holds for the PAT, watches as Aird moves forward.

McKenzie Rebels Advance to Quarterfinals, Defeat Moore County

McKENZIE (November 11) — McKenzie Rebels are 12-0 on the season after their defeat of Moore County on Friday, November 11. The Rebels play Fayetteville at Rebel Stadium on Friday. Both teams are 12-0. Fayetteville defeated Dresden, 42-17, to advance to the quarterfinals. There are eight teams statewide remaining in Class 1A playoffs. more

11/15/22

Mayor Jill Holland (center) recognized Steve Watson (left) and Garrett Burns (right) on November 22 for their service on the McKenzie City Council. The two councilmen retired from their positions and did not seek re-election.

Retiring McKenzie Councilmen Honored

Mayor Jill Holland recognized Steve Watson and Garrett Burns on November 22 for their service on the McKenzie City Council. more

11/29/22

Joe Moore

JACKSON — Joe Moore, 81, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at Brookdale Memory Care of Jackson, Tenn. Born in Kennett, Missouri on October 19, 1941, he was the son of Oby Jewel and Carrie Carter … more

1/23/23