Calendar 9-10-24

Storytellers at Huntingdon Heritage Festival
Come hear the storytellers, sponsored by Carroll Arts, at the Huntingdon Heritage Festival, Saturday, September 28. Storytelling is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the Huntingdon Police Station, 12740 Lexington Street. Stay for a short time of for the whole time!

McKenzie Church of Christ Free Hamburger and Hotdog Supper
The McKenzie Church of Christ, Highland Drive, hosts a free hamburger and hotdog supper Thursday, September 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. or until food is gone. Dine-in is available, of drive-thru is you want to pick it up and go. Meals consist of one hamburger, one hotdog, chips, dessert and a drink (drink for dine-in only). The meal is free to all who are hungry or in need of Christian fellowship. Everyone is welcome. For questions, call 731-352-2106 or 731-695-6576.

Lakeside Fall Prevention Class
In recognition of September Rehabilitation Week and Fall Prevention Day Lakeside Senior Living will partner with Baptist Home Health on Sept. 25 at 11 a.m. to host a Fall Prevention Class. Baptist Home Health Therapist will be performing Fall Risk Assessments along with demonstrations of what to do if you fall at home and some preventive measures to keep you upright and balanced. This event is open to all senior citizens. The location is 390 Dr. Smith Lane, McKenzie. For more information call 731-352-4567.

Bethel Baptist Church Revival
You are invited to Revival Services at Bethel Baptist Church, 25755 Highway 22 in McKenzie on September 15-17. Times on September 15 are 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. with Bro. Wayne Perkins and Bro. Jason Crews, September 15 at 7 p.m. with Dr. Michael Spain, and September 17 at 7 p.m. with Bro. Windal Walker.

The McKenzie Banner to be Honored for Being a Century Business
Join us, The associates of The McKenzie Banner, as the state of Tennessee honors the company as a Century Business. The event is Wednesday, September 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 3 Banner Row, McKenzie. Come and go as you please. Refreshments are available. The company is the oldest business in McKenzie and started in 1870, one year following the incorporation of the City of McKenzie. In its 154-year history, it has undergone many changes and a few owners. The Washburn family has owned the company since 1968 and is now in the third generation with the Jason and Brittany (Washburn) Martin.

Northwest TN EDC Board to Meet
The Board of Directors of Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council meets Friday, September 20 at 10 a.m. at the Northwest TN Head Start/Early Head Start Central Office located at 938C Walnut Avenue W., McKenzie, and virtually by Zoom.

McKenzie High Alumni Golf Tournament is October 4
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) Golf Tournament is Friday, October 4 at Carroll Lake Golf Course. The tournament is a four-person scramble with a limit of 18 teams. All golfers will need to arrive by 7:45 a.m., and the shotgun start is 8 a.m.
Entry fees are $200 per team of four, and event sponsorships for businesses are available for $100 each. Sponsorships include recognition on a banner to be displayed at both the golf tournament and the MHSAA decades reunion tailgate party later that evening.
Proceeds from the event support the goals of the MHSAA, which include providing scholarships and other assistance for students of McKenzie schools.
The deadline for team registration and sponsorships is Monday, September 16.
For more information, pick up a form at Carroll Bank & Trust in McKenzie, or call MHSAA President Brian Winston at 731-352-2282.

McKenzie High School Title I, Parent Involvement Meeting
McKenzie High School’s annual Title I/Parent Involvement Meeting is Thursday, September 12 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the MHS Library. All parents and guardians of MHS students are invited to attend. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Carol Nanney, Parent Involvement Coordinator for MHS at nanneyc@mckenzieschools.org or 731-352-2133.

Carroll Humane Society Events
Dog Vouchers
We are currently selling spay/neuter vouchers for dogs. The cost is $50 and surgeries will be done at the Huntingdon Animal Clinic. Must be 6 months or older at time of the appointment. No residency or income requirements. Vouchers must be purchased in person at the shelter during business hours Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. We are running low on spay vouchers so hurry if you want one. We have several more neuter vouchers. Cash or card only.
Cat Vouchers
We always have spay/neuter vouchers for cats at a cost of $50 and to be used at Paris Vet Clinic. If you need to pay with cash, come by the shelter to purchase. Otherwise, we have a NEW NUMBER to purchase using a credit/debit card. Please leave a message and the volunteer will return your call very soon, 731-514-0878.

MHS Class of 2004 Reunion
The McKenzie High School Class of 2004 20-year reunion is Saturday, September 28 at Urban Trading Company, 5:30-11:30 p.m. RSVP by August 30 to Rebekah Cooper Crass or through the Class of 2004 Facebook page.

Adult Education Classes
Huntingdon Location — Adult Education Building, 14155 Paris Street. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Classes are offered for one-on-one instruction on Mondays, 1-4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to NOON. For more information, phone 731-364-5481.

McKenzie TOPS to Meet
The McKenzie TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets on Mondays at 3 p.m. at the McKenzie Church of Christ gym. Anyone interested in losing weight can join. For more information, contact Linda Lawrence at 731-352-7309. If no answer, leave a message.

McKenzie Memorial Library’s Hours
The McKenzie Memorial Library, Broadway Street, is open, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays throughout the summer for the Summer Reading Program. Additionally, the library has programs on most Saturdays beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Carroll Democratic Party Meets
The Carroll County Democratic Party meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.

Carroll Republican Party Meets
Carroll County Republican Party meets monthly each fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. in the Public Safety Building in Huntingdon.

Carroll Commission Meets Monthly
Carroll County Commission meets the second Monday of each month, 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Carroll County Office Complex, High Street, Huntingdon. There are no meetings in February and July.

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