Looking Back from Our Archives
From the Apr 16, 2024 e-Edition
10 Years Ago — Brooke Baucum signed to play softball for the Lady Wildcats.
United Neighbors celebrated 20 years of service.
25 Years Ago — Ray Boswell was honored for his years of service at the Green Thumb with a special gift.
Lillie Mae Harris was presented with Hospital Volunteer of the Year, and Gene Rollins was presented with Hospice Volunteer of the Year.
50 Years Ago — McKenzie Flag girls, under the direction of Mrs. Mary Ann Jackson, performed for the McKenzie P.T.A. members.
* Scouts were presented with their Wolf Badges and gold arrows.
75 Years Ago — McKenzie Park Theatre played the movie “When My Baby Smiles At Me.”
* Sherwood Plumbing Company put an ad in the newspaper guaranteeing they could meet all your plumbing supply needs.
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