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Tuesday, January 9
Average gasoline prices in Tennessee fell 6.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.65/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 15.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 31.3 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 5.6 cents in the last week and stands at $3.90 per gallon.
Tuesday, January 9
Dresden High School and UT Martin football standout, Dresser Winn, has signed a contract to return to the Los Angeles Rams for a third time. The 2017 Dresden High School graduate originally signed with the Rams as an undrafted free agent on May 1, 2023.
Tuesday, January 9
McKENZIE (January 6) — The Bethel University Swim team conducted their NAIA Champions of Character event Saturday at the Gaines Pool on the Bethel campus. It was a 100x100 swim challenge for ALS.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 5) — On Friday, Lilly Kee, a senior, was named Huntingdon’s 2024 Basketball Homecoming Queen. Pictured (L to R) is the 2024 Huntingdon Basketball Homecoming Court: Lilah McBride, Carlotta Falgueras, Delaney Byars, Lilly Kee (queen), Madison Mann, Alayla Johnson, Kylie Tippitt and Abbigail Sykes. Photo by Kathy Bush/The Banner
Tuesday, January 9
McKENZIE (January 2) — Savannah Davis, a senior at McKenzie High School, was honored by the McKenzie Alumni Association and Pepsi MidAmerica for setting a new state three-point record in a single game.
Tuesday, January 9
As 2023 draws to a close, the Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association (NWTTA) proudly reflects on a year marked by significant achievements and renewed momentum. From impactful advocacy efforts to a revitalized digital presence, the organization solidified its commitment to promoting the region as a premier tourist destination.
Tuesday, January 9
NASHVILLE — State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, announced $1,865,647 for community development projects in Carroll and Weakley counties from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD).
Tuesday, January 9
After months of discussion and debate, the Henry County Commission and the Henry County Medical Center’s board of trustees have given their blessing to move forward with the sale of the Henry County Healthcare Center. Since the property is held by the hospital, the county’s private act of 1953, which created the hospital, has to be amended and accepted by both houses of the Tennessee Legislature and the governor.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 4) — United States Senator Marsha Blackburn made a stop Thursday afternoon in Huntingdon as part of her 95 counties tour. Senator Blackburn’s stop in Carroll County was at the manufacturing plant of Dynamix Casting Fluxes. Local government officials with employees of the plant met with the senator.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 2) — The Grand Jury of the Carroll County Circuit Court were busy on the first business day of the new year. Among the indictments were 46 who were charged by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation in Operation Broken Windows that involved the law enforcement departments of Huntingdon, McKenzie, Sheriff’s Department and the Drug Task Force. (See separate story in the January 9 issue of The McKenzie Banner).
Tuesday, January 9
A Nashville judge ruled Tuesday that the expenses related to harassment of a 19-year-old legislative intern by then-state lawmaker Scotty Campbell are exempt from the public records law based on a House rule and a policy on workplace harassment. Journalists have found that at least $8,800 was spent to house and move the intern, but it’s unclear if additional payments were made.
Tuesday, January 9
The McKenzie City Council meets January 11 at 6 p.m. with a light agenda. One items is on the agenda, discussion and approve a solid waste bid.
Tuesday, January 9
NASHVILLE (December 2023) — A long-range study authorized by the State of Tennessee indicates Amtrak could have a new route through West Tennessee including Carroll County and eventually connect Memphis, Nashville and Chattanooga in Tennessee and Atlanta, Georgia. A $500,000 federal grant funded the study by Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR).
Tuesday, January 9
The Martin Police Department has made two arrests in a fatal shooting that occurred at Cadillacs bar in Martin on December 31, 2023.
Tuesday, January 9
The local NAACP and Webb Alumni Association, Inc. are hosting a march/parade on January 15, 2024, in Observation of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 8) — The Carroll County Election Commission is preparing for three elections this year in March, August and November with new voting equipment and paper ballots. The first election will be on March 5, 2024 with the presidential preference primary and county primary election. Currently, 22 candidates have qualified for 18 school board seats throughout the county, but only one school board candidate will appear on the March partisan primary ballot.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 4, 2024) — A year-long undercover joint operation targeting illicit drug sales throughout Carroll County has resulted in dozens of indictments and arrests. Today, during an extensive roundup involving numerous local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, various drugs and vehicles were seized.
Tuesday, January 9
The West Carroll Special School District Board of Education held its monthly meeting last Thursday night with all board members were present.
Tuesday, January 9
The first leg of the U.S. Hwy 79 (S.R. 76) road widening project is slightly ahead of schedule, said Nichole Lawrence, Tennessee Department of Transportation Community Relations Officer.
Tuesday, January 9
McKENZIE (January 3) — McKenzie Fire Department received new equipment for breathing apparatus for firefighters to wear as they enter burning structures.
Tuesday, January 9
Over Christmas dinner, my eldest granddaughter seemingly intrigued about the possibilities, asked what I thought of the rapidly growing popularity of A.I. I was caught off guard, with a fork full of sweet potato casserole suspended halfway to my mouth. It took me a second—
Tuesday, January 9
Politics is destroying everything we know and love. Families, friendships, reputations… nations, the planet… nothing is spared from its wrath.
Tuesday, January 9
Few figures have left as profound an impact as Owen Bradley on music. He was a visionary producer and a key architect of the Nashville Sound, Bradley played a pivotal role in transforming country music from its rustic roots to a polished, sophisticated sound that resonated with a broader audience.
Tuesday, January 9
DUI — Douglas Eugene Marshall, 55, of Huntingdon, was arrested for DUI on January 1. Deputy Daniel Thomas observed a blue Jeep that he suspected had a driver impaired behind the wheel. The driver, Douglas Marshall, smelled of alcohol and refused to do any field sobriety tests. He was then placed under arrest for DUI.
Tuesday, January 9
Driving on Revoked License — Porter Cunningham, Jr., 58, Thompson Avenue, McKenzie was charged with Driving on a Revoked License for DUI 4th Offense on January 1. Officer Sean Beck …
Tuesday, January 9
Garrett Thomas Graves, 23, of Buena Vista, to Heather Grace Whitworth, 27, of McKenzie.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 3) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on January 3.
Tuesday, January 9
High School Basketball January 9 McKenzie at Bruceton West Carroll vs Bradford Bruceton vs McKenzie Gleason at Greefield
Tuesday, January 9
McKenzie City Council Meets Monthly The McKenzie City Council meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month.
Tuesday, January 9
HUNTINGDON (January 2, 5) — Tuesday evening the Huntingdon Mustangs and Fillies welcomed Martin-Westview for a non-district match-up. As defending state champions, the Lady Chargers arrived with a 12-1 record and led 35-27 at halftime. The Fillies battled back in the second half to win by four, 61-57. Leading scorer Lilly Kee surpassed 1,500 points in her high school career by posting 24 points, plus four blocked shots. Quinn Kelley followed by 12, Delaney Byars 10, Annabelle Singleton 8, Sara Beth Smith 4, and Josey Stokes 3. Ashlee Brent led the Lady Chargers with 14, while McCall Sims and Alexis Evans each posted 12.
Tuesday, January 9
McKENZIE (January 2) — McKenzie Lady Rebels and Rebels claimed victories over Gleason in the first basketball contest following Christmas break.
Thursday, January 4
McKENZIE (January 2) — In its continued efforts to spotlight alumni of McKenzie High School, the newly formed MHS Alumni Association honored Sevelte Gilbert during the intermission between the McKenzie Lady Rebels and Rebels in the contest against Gleason Bulldogs.
