I am Bobby Young, candidate for McKenzie City Council re-election. I have lived in McKenzie all my life and married Emily Rich Young. We have two sons, Nicholas and Nathan, and four grandchildren, Abbie, Noah, Parker and Eli. more

Circuit Court Judge Brent Bradberry was recently elected a Fellow of the Tennessee   Bar Foundation, an association of 840 attorneys across the state.  Invitations to membership, a … more

BUCHANAN — Tennessee State Park officials will hold a grand opening celebration for the new Lodge at Paris Landing on Monday, June 27 at 3 p.m. The lodge has 91 guestrooms, a restaurant, and three meeting spaces. more

McKENZIE (October 11) — What was expected to be a debate between the two candidates for the office of mayor of McKenzie resulted in only one candidate attending. Mayor Jill Holland challenged challenger Ryan Griffin to debate the issues of the race, however, Griffin did not respond to the invitation and was not present at the Park Theatre venue. more

In the mid-20th century, the American hospitality landscape underwent a transformation, thanks to the visionary entrepreneur Kemmons Wilson. His pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence culminated in the creation of Holiday Inn, a brand that would redefine the standards of the hotel industry and helped create jobs throughout the south including McKenzie. more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 23, 2024)  – Last week’s winter storm has created an abundance of potholes along interstates and state routes. TDOT is launching a statewide effort using … more

HUNTINGDON (October 10) —  Monday evening during the regular monthly meeting of the Carroll County Legislative Body, commissioners were provided an update from County Mayor Joseph Butler on the expenditures of the county’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant package.  more

DECATUR COUNTY  (January 1, 2023) – A joint investigation by special agent fire investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office … more

Sitting in the media workroom Friday afternoon, I witnessed Alcoa win its ninth consecutive TSSAA Football Championship with twenty-two overall championships. Instantly, I hear chatter about how they should move up to 4A or even 5A. Then after McKenzie was defeated, I walked back into the media workroom feeling rather dejected. After a few minutes, I was thinking about how it would be nice not to have to play South Pittsburg ever again because they need to be playing in 2A or 3A. After all, it’s just not fair. more

In last week’s story about Sam Houston, I briefly touched on Houston’s involvement with the Cherokee Nation. He somewhat assimilated with the Cherokee and became a trusted ally. What I failed to mention is why the Cherokee Nation was sent to Oklahoma and needed a liaison. more

Phil Cook was never not in my life... more

There was some controversy over where President Joe Biden and the First Lady were seated at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. I believe they were 14 rows from the front. And many politicians, pundits, court watchers and regular folks took this as some type of slight to a sitting American president. more

McKENZIE, Tenn. (October 2022) — Centennial Bank, headquartered in Trezevant with a branch in McKenzie, donated approximately 80 winter jackets to the children at Head Start in McKenzie. Karen … more

People hear a couple of my stories and immediately say, “You must have had the most wonderful childhood.” And they are absolutely correct. I grew up at a wonderful time, in a wonderful place, with a wonderful family...surrounded by astonishingly wonderful friends. more

UPDATE Wednesday, 8-16-2023 As of 3:30 p.m. August 15, 2023, the Huntingdon Water Plant is operating with appropriate pH measurements, according to the Town of Huntingdon. A plastic pipe in the lime administration delivery was found to be obstructed; the lime process is now working properly. HUNTINGDON (August 15) — Brown-colored water in Huntingdon is alarming the water customers. On Tuesday, Huntingdon Special School District canceled classes over concerns about the water. While … more

HUNTINGDON (June 29) Carroll County Watershed Authority meets Wednesday, June 29, 2 p.m. at Huntingdon City Hall. Authority members will review the 2021 year-end financial audit, which ended … more

I opposed Jill Holland when she first ran for mayor. more

McKENZIE (October 13) — Pickleball, anyone? The city of McKenzie will soon have six new pickleball courts at the location of the former tennis courts, along Como Street in McKenzie City Park. more

One of the most distinguished and memorable females in Tennessee history has to be Pat Summitt. From her stare that sends chills down your spine to her eight national championships coaching the Lady Vols basketball team, Summitt was the epitome of class on and off the court. The legendary status of a coach is upheld by her list of accolades which include membership in the Basketball Hall of Fame, coach of the year, coach of the century, winningest coach, mentor and philanthropist. more

McKENZIE, Tenn. - Funeral services for Larry D. Blaylock are Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. Interment is at Caledonia Cemetery. The family will … more