McKENZIE (October 17) — On Tuesday, Dr. Just Barden, Director of Schools for the McKenzie Special District, spoke to the McKenzie Rotary Club. He spoke proudly about the things taking place at the three schools. more

The McKenzie Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is hosting their annual Fall Festival Fundraiser on Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at McKenzie Elementary School. There is no entry fee and this event is open to the public. There is a Silent Auction full of themed baskets and local business certificates and goodies, a Cake Walk, a Costume Contest and prizes for grades Pre-K-4th, food, sweet treats and games. They will also be crowning the 2023 Fall Festival King and Queen. more

KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII (October 14) — Kirsten Sass, local triathlon legend and trainer, competed against an elite field of professional triathletes in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii for the first women’s edition of the 2023 IRONMAN World Championship. more

HUNTINGDON (October 18) — During Wednesday’s Huntingdon Board of Education meeting, four teachers were granted tenure at the recommendation of Director Dr. Jonathan Kee. The four individuals, Leeah Bergman (HMS Math), Ryan Vincent (HMS History), Lesley White (HMS ELA) and Candice Wilson (HPS Pre-K), meet the requirements from Tennessee’s Department of Education. more

McKENZIE — On Thursday, October 26, 2023, the City of McKenzie and Bethel University will bring the annual Boo Bash event to the McKenzie town square for the 10th year. more

HUNTINGDON (October 19) — The Town of Huntingdon dedicated its government complex building in memory of long-time mayor and resident Dale R. Kelley on Thursday. A crowd of family and friends joined Huntingdon Mayor Nina Smothers for the dedication of the building. more

Banana Nut Bread 1/2 cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 2 or 3 bananas mashed 1 1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon soda 1/2 teaspoon salt more

Josh and Melanie White of Huntingdon announce the upcoming wedding of their daughter, Kayla Wynona White to Mac Cooley of Arlington, Tenn. Kayla is the granddaughter of Jimmy White of Huntingdon and the late Tom and Joan Hones and the late Evangeline Lawrence Hilliard all of McKenzie. more

HUNTINGDON (October 14) — It was a magical night at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center when Exile performed their greatest hits. Sixty years ago, the band formed and started playing - and haven’t stopped. While other bands are on their farewell tours, Exile still produces their magic with an enduring sound of great hits. more

Niche.com has again ranked McKenzie High School among one of the best in Tennessee. The local school ranks 33 among 369 Tennessee’s public high schools and first in Carroll County. more

McKENZIE — On Thursday, October 26, 2023, the City of McKenzie and Bethel University will partner to bring the annual Boo Bash event to the McKenzie town square for the 10th year. more

McKENZIE (October 11) — Torin and Paige Rouse of Kirksvillle, Missouri have a mission: to walk the lower 48 states of the United States. It will take four years to complete but with 13 states and 3,300 miles already, the couple and their border collie, Jack, are well on their way to completion. more

All former Atwood High School students from the classes of 1956-1983 are invited to attend a Grand Get-Together on Saturday, October 21. more

McKENZIE — A sidewalk along one of the most traveled streets in McKenzie is under construction and slated for completion by the end of 2023. more

Inglenook Book Club held its monthly meeting on October 11, 2023, at 3 p.m., at Lakeside Senior Living Community, McKenzie. There were 16 members in attendance. President Moore called the meeting to order, and thanked her co-hostess, Victoria Ard for assisting her serving delicious carrot cake and chocolate cake, along with candy corn/peanut medley, and assorted beverages. The Pledge of Allegiance, Club Aim and Club Motto were recited by all. We had two guests present at the meeting-relative to member Jean McKinnie, and our local librarian-Ceil Pomphrey, who spoke to the group. Thank you was extended to telephone chair, Victoria Ard, for her calling to all members reminding about the meeting. more

With less than two weeks remaining until the October 20 tnAchieves mentor application deadline, Carroll County still needs 20 mentors to meet local student demand. More than 3,500 volunteer mentors are still needed statewide! more

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee fell 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.12/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 30.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 22.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 6.8 cents in the last week and stands at $4.41 per gallon. more

McKENZIE — Bethel University has announced the schedule of events for its 2023 Homecoming Celebration, “Continue the Tradition,” held October 16-22. more

Ephesus Missionary Baptist Church, 2945 Ephesus Church Road, Hollow Rock, is celebrating its 200th anniversary on Saturday, October 14 at 2 p.m. more