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Tuesday, March 11
NASHVILLE — Unemployment in Tennessee held steady in January, matching the rate from December, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD).
Tuesday, March 11
Nine members met for the February 13 meeting in the lovely home of Mary and Pennye Mays.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (February 25) — Members of the Rotary Club of McKenzie heard from guest speaker David Miles of Paris about the Levi Miles Foundation and the work it is performing to assist families and individuals with children who have rare diseases, mobility issues, or those who need specialized equipment to improve their lives.
Tuesday, March 11
PARIS — West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital proudly congratulates Shelby Tucker, LPN, for successfully completing the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) Nurse Residency Program.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 4) — McKenzie High School’s Minority Council hosted its annual Black History Celebration in the school gymnasium, recognizing the contributions of African-Americans locally and nationwide.
Tuesday, March 11
Spring sports are underway with the following contests scheduled for The Banner’s reporting week of Tuesday, March 11 through Monday, March 17.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 7) — McKenzie Middle School hosted a health fair Friday, with 17 organizations participating. From the eclectic set of presentations, students learned about a wide variety of factors that affect their health and things they can do to live healthier lives.
Tuesday, March 11
Dr. Margaret Taylor, president of Jackson Area Business and Professional Women, has announced the winners of Sterling Awards 2025: 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee, the Outstanding Woman Military Veteran and the Sue Shelton White Award.
Tuesday, March 11
The West Carroll School Board met on Thursday evening with all board members present for the meeting.
Tuesday, March 11
Miss West Carroll Elementary School Royalty (L to R): Second Maid Ally Clarke, First Maid Raelynn Maples, Queen Abigail Hays, Third Maid Maddie Martin and Fourth Maid Camilla Jenkins. Not pictured is Miss Congeniality Norah Reynolds.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 10) — On February 16, Kim Bell Webb was recognized as Carroll County’s recipient of the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award, celebrating her decades of commitment to community service.
Tuesday, March 11
Sunshine Week will take place March 16-22, 2025, to highlight the importance of open government and public access to information.
Tuesday, March 11
Tennessee lawmakers have approved a statewide crackdown on student cell phone use in classrooms.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 4) — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education met on March 4, 2025, to approve budget reallocations, student travel requests, and facility repairs, including urgent roof issues at McKenzie High School.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 10) — Forecasts indicate a significant severe weather threat for West Tennessee, including McKenzie, on Friday, March 14, 2025.
Tuesday, March 11
HUNTINGDON (March 7) — On Friday, Governor Bill Lee visited faculty, staff and students at Huntingdon Primary School. The Tennessee governor was joined by his wife, Maria. The Lees took part in Read Across America at the primary school.
Tuesday, March 11
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (March 4) — In a season filled with resilience, grit, and undeniable heart, the Bethel Lady Wildcats capped off their magical run with a stunning 54-47 victory over the #3 ranked Campbellsville Tigers to claim the Mid-South Championship on Tuesday evening.
Tuesday, March 11
PARIS (March 5) — Travis McLeese of Paris was indicted by the Henry County Grand Jury, charged with two counts of sexual battery and one count of purchasing alcoholic beverages or beer for a minor.
Tuesday, March 11
Pop-Up Rolls 1 cup self rising flour 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/2 cup milk
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 6) —- The McKenzie High School Rebels hosted Camden Thursday to start the baseball season. A four-run first was the difference as the Rebels took the win, 6-2.
Tuesday, March 11
I’m telling you, this thing has gotten completely out of control. It’s insane. We have lost our every-loving minds! I feel like I am being swallowed by a boa constrictor.
Tuesday, March 11
“Don’t throw the baby out with the bath water” is an old idiom originating in sixteenth century Germany. The cliché has such a simple meaning yet our government leaders can’t seem to grasp the valuable message, especially Republicans in the current General Assembly in Nashville.
Tuesday, March 11
As I write this it has been forty days. The Constitution is in shreds as thousands of people have been illegally fired by a man who was not elected.
Tuesday, March 11
Domestic Assault — On 02/28/25, Carroll County Deputies were dispatched to a home on Bobbitt Road in Bruceton for a possible domestic situation. Deputy Bongiovanni arrived and met Gregory Allen Harvey, 51, of Bruceton outside of the home.
Tuesday, March 11
Meredith Beadles Bostian to Rickey Jerome Beadles in District 19.
Tuesday, March 11
Driving on Revoked License — On 03-02-25, Officer Jonathan McDowell observed a dodge ram pickup truck traveling at a high speed on Buena Vista Road.
Tuesday, March 11
Nahuel Astudillo — Southhaven, Mississippi, 38672 — Guilty Plea-As Charged Theft (Up To $1000) Sentenced At 75%, Jail Sentence Suspended Except 4 Days, No Contact With Walmart.
Tuesday, March 11
Colin Ray Simonson, 24, of Bruceton, to Jasmine Belle Wragge, 23, of Bruceton.
Tuesday, March 11
WAYNESBORO (March 3) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels ended their season Monday with a 62-28 loss in the semifinal round of the Region 6A Girls Basketball Tournament to the tournament host Wayne County Lady Wildcats.
Tuesday, March 11
The Huntingdon High School basketball season came to an end in the semifinals of the Region 6-2A tournament in Centerville last week at Hickman County High School.
Tuesday, March 11
WAYNESBORO (March 5) — The McKenzie High School Rebels ended their season Wednesday with a thrilling overtime loss to McEwen, 57-56, in the semifinal round of the Region 6A Boys Basketball Tournament hosted by Wayne County High School.
Tuesday, March 11
Sunshine Week is March 16-22 Sunshine Week will take place March 16-22, 2025, to highlight the importance of open government and public access to information.
Tuesday, March 11
McKENZIE (March 6) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels hosted Huntingdon Thursday for a chilly softball game. The visiting Fillies scored in each of the five innings played for a 12-2 win.
Tuesday, March 11
Assault/Aggravated Assault Against a First Responders / Resisting Arrest / Domestic Assault — On 3/4/2025, Patrolman McClure went to Main St. N in reference to a warrant for Keon Williams, out of Henry County for Domestic Assault.
