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Tuesday, March 25
In the March 25, 2025 edition of The McKenzie Banner you will find a special edition honoring local women. In the past, The Banner has produced a Women in Business section in October, but more recently October's special edition has been a spotlight on Manufacturing. There are so many outstanding women in the area, we would be remiss if we didn't find a way to honor them.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE — McKenzie Chamber of Commerce and Industry is hosting its annual Easter Egg Drop at McKenzie City Park on Saturday, April 12.
Tuesday, March 25
In the March 11, 2025 edition, the County Agrees to $10 Million Reimbursement For Electric Department mistakenly stated the $10 million bond was for the construction of a new Carroll County Electric Department (CCED) headquarters.
Tuesday, March 25
The motivation behind the proposed legislation in Nashville is clear and falls into one of three categories:
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE (March 20) — The Carroll County Historical Society and the Gordon Browning Museum recently received a $1,000 museum grant from the Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The nomination was made by the Chickasaw Bluff Chapter.
Tuesday, March 25
NASHVILLE (March 14) — The Tennessee General Assembly is currently considering SB1310/HB1332, a bill that would expand charter school access and allow certain charter operators to bypass local school boards.
Tuesday, March 25
Eight members met in the home of Mary and Pennye Mays for the March FCE meeting.
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON — Northwest Tennessee Tourism is hosting its first-ever Cornerstone Awards at the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center on April 3, 6 p.m. Individual tickets are $25.
Tuesday, March 25
MURFREESBORO (March 14) — Middle Tennessee State University congratulates the students who received their degrees at its fall 2024 commencement ceremony.
Tuesday, March 25
West Carroll Elementary School (WCES) continues its tradition of celebrating outstanding students through its SOAR Awards program, recognizing those who embody the school’s core values of Safety, Ownership, Achievement, and Respect.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE(March 18) — The McKenzie Rotary Club welcomed Brooxie Carlton, Assistant Commissioner of Community and Rural Development for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, as its guest speaker on Tuesday.
Tuesday, March 25
ATWOOD — Freshmen and sophomores at West Carroll High School have taken a significant step toward workplace readiness by earning their Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certifications through Career Exploration and Career Advising courses.
Tuesday, March 25
West Carroll Elementary School celebrated Read Across America Week from March 3 to 7 with a variety of engaging activities designed to foster a love for reading among students.
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON (March 25) — The Town of Huntingdon will address upgrades to Kelley Sports Complex during its Tuesday, March 25 meeting of the Huntingdon Mayor and Council at 5:15 p.m. at City Hall.
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON (March 19) — The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education met Wednesday afternoon at the board office.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE — City officials, department supervisors, and members of the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce and McKenzie Industrial Board participated in leadership training led by Joe Barker, executive director of the Southwest Tennessee Development District, on Friday, March 21, at the Vera Low Center on the Bethel University campus.
Tuesday, March 25
TREZEVANT — A large solar array will be providing electricity to Carroll County Electric Department customers.
Tuesday, March 25
SIOUX CITY, Iowa — The #16 Bethel Lady Cats staged a stunning comeback against #2 Southern Oregon, securing a thrilling 74-70 victory and earning their first-ever trip to the Fab Four.
Tuesday, March 25
Hometown Health Clinic, previously McKenzie Medical Center, serves patients at seven locations across northwest Tennessee.
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON — The Carroll County Register of Deeds Office has served as the official keeper of property records, legal documents, and historical archives for generations.
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON — For more than two decades, Rita Jones has served Carroll County as a dedicated public official in the Assessor of Property office.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE — Balancing a high-powered corporate career with a strong commitment to family is no small feat, yet Christie Chappell has managed both with determination and success.
Tuesday, March 25
For Peg Hamlett, serving as the Certified Administrator of Elections (AOE) for Carroll County is about more than managing ballots—it’s about upholding the integrity of the democratic process.
Tuesday, March 25
Pam Joyner is a McLemoresville native who dedicated her life to education and has now answered a second calling in public service as the vice-mayor of Trezevant.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE — For decades, Ruth Coleman Morris played a pivotal role in shaping McKenzie’s financial, educational, and religious institutions.
Tuesday, March 25
Juanita Jones is a McKenzie native now working to improve the lives of youth in Jackson with the ultimate goal of breaking generational cycles as founder and executive director of Keep My Hood Good.
Tuesday, March 25
PARIS — Throughout history, women have played a vital role in shaping communities, often blending creativity, leadership, and service.
Tuesday, March 25
Kathy Dean of Huntingdon, Tennessee, was a big part of American military history when she and her sister Florence joined the first group of women to enlist in the Army in July 1948.
Tuesday, March 25
LaShonda Williams has proven herself to be a pillar of the community as an accomplished entrepreneur and a diligent public servant.
Tuesday, March 25
JACKSON (March 21) — The McKenzie High School Rebel soccer team traveled Friday to face Jackson Christian School and played to a 2-2 draw.
Tuesday, March 25
McEWEN (March 21) — The McKenzie Lady Rebels traveled Friday for a district softball contest at McEwen and slugged their way to a 10-3 victory.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE (March 18) — McKenzie High School hosted Henry County Tuesday for afternoon baseball. Despite outhitting the Patriots, the Rebels fell 7-3.
Tuesday, March 25
The first thing I noticed was the odd shaped, six-sided table. We were at Fat Cats in Rogersville, Alabama, sitting down to eat breakfast.
Tuesday, March 25
It was oft-heard phrase when I was growing up. “Oh, so your one of Willie Johnson’s boys.”
Tuesday, March 25
HUNTINGDON (March 19) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on March 19.
Tuesday, March 25
Simple Assault — On March 18, Corporal Jeremy Smith was dispatched to 10 Perit Lane for a patient attacking staff members.
Tuesday, March 25
Alec Michael Meddings, 32, of McKenzie, to Shelby Paige Hancock Meddings, 28, of McKenzie.
Tuesday, March 25
Driving on Revoked License; Speeding — On March 8, Officer Arline observed a Ford Bronco going 72-mph in a 55-mph zone.
Tuesday, March 25
Driving on Suspended License — Kody Michael Rust, 24, Mount Zion Road, Gleason, was charged with Driving a Suspended License, Window Tint Violation, and Following Too Closely on March 23.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE (March 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Clarksburg Monday for a softball doubleheader. The Lady Rockets took Game One 8-5, but the Lady Rebels bounced back to take a 9-2 win in Game Two.
Tuesday, March 25
McKENZIE (March 17) — McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon Monday afternoon for district tennis matches at the Bethel University courts.
Tuesday, March 25
Chocolate Ice Cream Pie 1 1/2 cup milk 1 c chocolate ice cream - softened 1 pkg chocolate instant pudding 1 graham cracker ready made crust
Tuesday, March 25
Fish & 'Que Friday Greater Enon Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Fish & 'Que on Friday, March 28, 2025 from 3:30 p.m.-7 p.m. (or until sold out), at 103 Chestnut Street in McKenzie (behind the church). Plates are $10 and include fresh fried catfish, BarBQ spare ribs, smoked pulled pork, and smoked leg quarter with sides of potato salad, slaw, and white beans.
Tuesday, March 25
TENNESSEE (March 24) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee decreased 2.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.66/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 8.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 51.2 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 0.9 cents in the last week and stands at $3.549 per gallon.
