Since it is Flag Day in the United States, here are a few facts about the U.S. flag. more

 McKENZIE, Tenn.  - Funeral services for Billy Thomas Brown are Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 2 p.m. at McKenzie Church of Christ. Interment is at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Officiants are Brother … more

PARIS, Tenn. - To add to the Tennessee River Jam festivities, Country Music Singer Darryl Worley will emcee the concert at the lake on Saturday, June 18.  The opportunity became available … more

GLEASON - Lewis Neal Gentry,  81, died June 6, 2022 at his home in Gleason, Tenn. His wishes were to be cremated with no funeral service. He was born March 16, 1941. Mr. Gentry is … more

McKENZIE — Misty’s Ice and Water held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 10 at its new location, next to McKenzie Nutrition, 15325 Highland Drive. more

McKENZIE, Tenn. - A memorial service for Bobby Charles Bowers, 82, are Sunday, June 12, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Enon Missionary Baptist Church, 13025 Hwy 79, McKenzie, Tenn.  The family will … more

The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program is based on the results of extensive scientific strength training research studies conducted with middle-aged and older adults. The research found that strength training can help increase muscle strength, improve balance, enhance flexibility, strengthen bones, relieve arthritis, help manage weight, lift depression, reduce stress, and reduce the risk of heart disease. more

The McKenzie Chamber of Commerce is holding two events for supporting businesses this week.  more

GEORGIA PEACHES Carroll County Humane Society is taking orders for fresh Georgia peaches until June 20 and orders must be prepaid by that date. A box of 11-13 pounds is $30 and they will arrive fresh early July. Stop by during business hours or use PayPal us using cchstn@gmail.com to order. If using PayPal, send as friends and family to avoid a fee. Include your phone number so we can notify you as soon as the peaches arrive.  more

Local students at the University of Tennessee at Martin were recently honored with the publication of the Spring 2022 Chancellor’s Honor Rolls for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health, and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.  more

The University of Tennessee at Knoxville released its dean’s list for the 2022 Spring Semester. Of the 10,238 students listed, twelve were from Carroll County. more

The Second Annual Dr. Tony Janner Memorial Golf Tournament is Saturday, July 16. Proceeds from the tournament benefit the McKenzie First Cumberland Presbyterian Church Sanctuary Fund. more

The Tri Star Family Health Care Center’s grand opening is Friday, June 10 at 10 a.m.  more

(June 6) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 23.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.49/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 46.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.62/g higher than a year ago. The price of diesel has risen 11.5 cents nationally in the past week and stands at $5.62 per gallon. more

West Carroll School Board met in their monthly session on Thursday June 2 with items ranging from approving upcoming field trips to making adjustments to the school calendar to making policy changes. more

The McKenzie Youth Baseball League held its closing ceremonies Tuesday, May 31. At the ceremony, All-Star teams were announced and recognized for T-Ball, 7-8 Year Old Coach Pitch, and 9-10 Year Old groups. more

Saturday, June 4 kicked off McKenzie’s Farmers Market season. Booths lined the interior and exterior of the Farmers Market building, at 2431 Cedar Street from 8 a.m. until their products sold out. more

The City of McKenzie presented its first Nights on Broadway event of 2022 to a large opening crowd on Thursday, June 2. Opening the annual summer event was local band Flashback. more

Farmers Home Furniture in McKenzie celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting Thursday, June 2. The grand opening began with a meet and greet with staff at 9 a.m. and a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. more

JAMROCK, McKenzie’s newest eating establishment, celebrated its ribbon cutting and grand opening Friday, June 3. After the ribbon cutting, attendees enjoyed the restaurant’s authentic Jamaican and Puerto Rican cuisine. more