Pamela Kay Inman
October 1, 2026
Pamela Kay Inman died peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born July 4, 1965, to Sam Dean Williams and Lettie Sue Depriest Williams.
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Wanda Jean Justice
October 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. - Mrs. Wanda Jean Justice, 70, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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October 1, 2026
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Carroll County Library Receives State Grant
October 1, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Secretary of State Tre Hargett, Sen. John Stevens, Rep. Tandy Darby, and Rep. Brock Martin today announced a Technology Grant totaling $4,570 for Carroll County Library in Carroll County. These funds will help cover the cost of a desktop, a TV, and a microfilm…
Carroll County Students to Receive Free Admission to Wildcat Football Game
September 30, 2026
McKENZIE — Bethel University Athletics is inviting Carroll County students and families to Walter Butler Stadium for a special community night during the Wildcats’ football game against Faulkner University on Saturday, October 10.
Rebels Punch Ticket to State with School-Record Round
September 29, 2026
MILAN (September 28) — McKenzie High School Golf is headed to the state tournament after the Rebels fired a school-record 289 at the region tournament to earn a trip to Sevierville.
Abbi Ghyers Crowned McKenzie Homecoming Queen
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE — Abbi Ghyers was crowned the 2026 McKenzie High School Football Home-coming Queen on Friday evening during pregame ceremonies at Rebel Stadium. The coronation highlighted a multi-day celebration as MHS students, faculty, alumni, and community members gathered for the annual homecoming game and the MHS Alumni Decades Reunion.
Community Homecoming Activities Draw Crowds
September 29, 2026
Friday’s festivities began at 8 a.m. with the annual MHSAA Golf Tournament at Carroll Lake Golf Club. Downtown McKenzie was the location of the annual Homecoming Parade at 12:30 p.m. Retired educators Larry Joe and Tiffany Smith served as grand marshals, leading the parade route along Cedar Street to Stonewall past McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie Elementary School. The parade featured student class entries, local group participants, and the Marching Rebel Band.
McKenzie Weighs Limits on Data Center Development
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 23) — The McKenzie Planning Commission continued work on a proposed zoning amendment regulating data centers and hyperscale data centers within M-2 heavy industrial districts. The proposal is intended to balance potential economic development with concerns over utility capacity, noise and nearby residential property.
Pamela Kay Inman
October 1, 2026
Pamela Kay Inman died peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born July 4, 1965, to Sam Dean Williams and Lettie Sue Depriest Williams.
Wanda Jean Justice
October 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. - Mrs. Wanda Jean Justice, 70, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Guys talking football with Russell Bush and Eric Swenson podcast
October 1, 2026
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Carroll County Library Receives State Grant
October 1, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Secretary of State Tre Hargett, Sen. John Stevens, Rep. Tandy Darby, and Rep. Brock Martin today announced a Technology Grant totaling $4,570 for Carroll County Library in Carroll County. These funds will help cover the cost of a desktop, a TV, and a microfilm…
Carroll County Students to Receive Free Admission to Wildcat Football Game
September 30, 2026
McKENZIE — Bethel University Athletics is inviting Carroll County students and families to Walter Butler Stadium for a special community night during the Wildcats’ football game against Faulkner University on Saturday, October 10.
Rebels Punch Ticket to State with School-Record Round
September 29, 2026
MILAN (September 28) — McKenzie High School Golf is headed to the state tournament after the Rebels fired a school-record 289 at the region tournament to earn a trip to Sevierville.
Abbi Ghyers Crowned McKenzie Homecoming Queen
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE — Abbi Ghyers was crowned the 2026 McKenzie High School Football Home-coming Queen on Friday evening during pregame ceremonies at Rebel Stadium. The coronation highlighted a multi-day celebration as MHS students, faculty, alumni, and community members gathered for the annual homecoming game and the MHS Alumni Decades Reunion.
Community Homecoming Activities Draw Crowds
September 29, 2026
Friday’s festivities began at 8 a.m. with the annual MHSAA Golf Tournament at Carroll Lake Golf Club. Downtown McKenzie was the location of the annual Homecoming Parade at 12:30 p.m. Retired educators Larry Joe and Tiffany Smith served as grand marshals, leading the parade route along Cedar Street to Stonewall past McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie Elementary School. The parade featured student class entries, local group participants, and the Marching Rebel Band.
McKenzie Weighs Limits on Data Center Development
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 23) — The McKenzie Planning Commission continued work on a proposed zoning amendment regulating data centers and hyperscale data centers within M-2 heavy industrial districts. The proposal is intended to balance potential economic development with concerns over utility capacity, noise and nearby residential property.
Lady Rebels Falls to Henry County in Straight Sets
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 24) — McKenzie High School volleyball suffered a 3-0 loss to Henry County at home Thursday, dropping the Lady Rebels to 9-7 overall while remaining 8-2 in district play.
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West Carroll Honors Senior Athletes and Teachers During Special Night
October 1, 2026
West Carroll Senior Fall Athletes: Mackenzie Finley, Elizabeth Wascher, Brody Baker, Isaiah Snyder, Jonah Mims, Taylor Robinson
Henry County Gets New Trooper As THP Graduates 100th Class
September 29, 2026
TENNESSEE — On September 24, Gov. Bill Lee, Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long, and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Colonel Matt Perry welcomed the newest graduating class of Tennessee State Troopers.
Bethel, Eastside FCE Honors Memory of Longtime Member
September 29, 2026
President Gail Eubanks called the Bethel/Eastside Family and Community Education (FCE) club to order for its monthly meeting. Members opened the session by reciting the club collect in unison before Eubanks delivered the devotion, drawing inspiration from Psalm 46:10: “Be still and know that I am God.”
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Get in the Game!
September 29, 2026
Too many people are sitting on the sidelines of their own communities, watching life happen as if it is a sport for which they didn’t sign up. Sometimes we shrug and say “not my circus, not my monkey”. Apathy is weakening our communities & getting involved matters more than ever.
Hunker Down With Kes: When Laughter Abounded On Every Side
September 29, 2026
We laughed a lot growing up. I’m not sure why. Some days weren’t so easy. Dad always had us doing something. Mostly in the yard. Or cutting firewood. Or staking out tomatoes. I think he planted those mimosa trees just so we’d have something to chop down years later.
Editor's Sidelines: Who Said You Can Never Go Home Again
September 28, 2026
Thomas Wolfe wrote, “You can never go home again.” That wasn’t true Friday afternoon. With the diligent work of the McKenzie High Alumni Association, homecoming has become a big deal. I roamed around the reunion area Friday evening before the game, and something rose in me. It was a sense of comfort. Like I was among friends.
People
Brandy Baumgardner Elected into Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
September 29, 2026
BATON ROUGE, LA (September 28) — Brandy Baumgardner of Cedar Grove, Tenn., was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Mississippi State University.
Lindsey Sanders Receives Degree from the University of Mississippi
September 28, 2026
UNIVERSITY, Miss. (September 25) — Lindsey Sanders, of Huntingdon, Tenn., was among the 1,200 students who graduated from the University of Mississippi in August 2026. Sanders, who majored in Pharmaceutical Sciences, received a B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. She is the daughter of John and Kim Sanders of Huntingdon.
Coach John Camp Honored By Former Players, Administrators
September 27, 2026
McKENZIE (September 26) — Thirty-one former basketball players and coaching colleagues gathered Saturday afternoon at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie to celebrate their retired Coach John Camp.
IN OUR SCHOOLS
McKenzie Schools to Host ‘Walk To School Day’
September 29, 2026
Local students, families, and educators are gearing up to step outside, lace up their sneakers, and embrace a healthier commute as the community prepares for Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 7.
West Carroll Fifth Graders Test What Happens to Matter in a Chemical Reaction
September 28, 2026
ATWOOD — Fifth-grade students in Emily J. Bloodworth’s class at West Carroll Elementary School investigated whether matter disappears when baking soda and vinegar react.
Alumni Honorees in MHS Homecoming Parade
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE (September 25) — The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) featured several alumni as part of the McKenzie High Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 25. Honorees included:
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McKenzie Garden Club Notes
September 29, 2026
The McKenzie Garden Club held its monthly meeting Friday, September 25, at 1 p.m. at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in McKenzie. Fifteen members answered roll call. President Brenda Smith called the meeting to order following a devotional and prayer presented by Glynda Rich. Light refreshments were served by Marsha French and Linda Howton.
Super Drugs: Generations of Service in the Heart of McKenzie
September 24, 2026
McKENZIE — In an era when locally owned pharmacies have increasingly given way to national chains and online services, Super Drugs continues doing business much the way generations of McKenzie residents have known it — one customer at a time.
Bethel Prepares for Homecoming 2026
September 24, 2026
McKENZIE — Bethel University is set to welcome students, alumni, faculty, and staff to campus for Homecoming 2026, an action-packed three-day celebration taking place from Thursday, October 15 through Saturday, October 17. Featuring time-honored traditions, spirited athletic contests, alumni reunions, and community festivities, this year’s event promises something for every member of the Wildcat family.
Nights on Broadway Closes 2026 Series with 24 Seven Performance
September 22, 2026
McKENZIE (September 17) — Sweltering heat relocated the Nights on Broadway concert series to inside the Park Theatre on Thursday as crowds enjoyed the 24 Seven band. The band performed several hits from classic rock, blues, country, and pop genres. The concert was the last…
Weakley County Courthouse Considered For National Register of Historic Places
September 22, 2026
DRESDEN — The landmark Weakley County Courthouse, a cornerstone of downtown Dresden for more than seven decades, has officially been considered to be added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Guys talking football with Russell Bush and Eric Swenson podcast
October 1, 2026
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Community Homecoming Activities Draw Crowds
September 29, 2026
Friday’s festivities began at 8 a.m. with the annual MHSAA Golf Tournament at Carroll Lake Golf Club. Downtown McKenzie was the location of the annual Homecoming Parade at 12:30 p.m. Retired educators Larry Joe and Tiffany Smith served as grand marshals, leading the parade route along Cedar Street to Stonewall past McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie Elementary School. The parade featured student class entries, local group participants, and the Marching Rebel Band.
Lady Rebels Falls to Henry County in Straight Sets
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 24) — McKenzie High School volleyball suffered a 3-0 loss to Henry County at home Thursday, dropping the Lady Rebels to 9-7 overall while remaining 8-2 in district play.
McKenzie Volleyball Tops Madison in Four Sets
September 29, 2026
JACKSON (September 22) — McKenzie High School volleyball picked up another district victory Tuesday, defeating Madison 3-1 on the road to improve to 9-6 overall and 8-2 in district play. The Lady Rebels opened the match with a 25-21 victory before Madison battled back in the second set. McKenzie lost the second set 27-25. McKenzie responded with a dominant 25-11 victory in the third set and closed out the match 25-19 in the fourth.
War Eagles Fall to Greenfield, 42-20
September 28, 2026
GREENFIELD (September 25) — West Carroll found success on the ground Friday night, but an early Greenfield surge left the War Eagles playing catch-up in a 42-20 loss to the Yellowjackets.
Rebels Fall to Camden, 22-12
September 28, 2026
CAMDEN (September 24) — McKenzie Middle School battled through several costly mistakes Thursday night but came up short against Camden, 22-12.
Beating around the Bush podcast Episode 207
September 28, 2026
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Wildcats Record Strong Showing at Rhodes Invitational
September 28, 2026
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Bethel’s Cross Country teams posted several personal and season bests at the Rhodes Invitational. The Lady Wildcats finished seventh in the 5K, while the Wildcats placed sixth in the men’s 8K.
Huntingdon, Westview Ranked First, McKenzie Ranked Third in Polling
September 28, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 28, 2026) — Following a high-stakes Week 6 across high school football, the Tennessee Sports Writers Association released its latest state rankings on Monday, headlined by major shakeups in Class 5A while dominant frontrunners held steady across the…
Guys talking football with Russell Bush and Eric Swenson podcast
October 1, 2026
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Community Homecoming Activities Draw Crowds
September 29, 2026
Friday’s festivities began at 8 a.m. with the annual MHSAA Golf Tournament at Carroll Lake Golf Club. Downtown McKenzie was the location of the annual Homecoming Parade at 12:30 p.m. Retired educators Larry Joe and Tiffany Smith served as grand marshals, leading the parade route along Cedar Street to Stonewall past McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie Elementary School. The parade featured student class entries, local group participants, and the Marching Rebel Band.
Lady Rebels Falls to Henry County in Straight Sets
September 29, 2026
McKENZIE (September 24) — McKenzie High School volleyball suffered a 3-0 loss to Henry County at home Thursday, dropping the Lady Rebels to 9-7 overall while remaining 8-2 in district play.
McKenzie Volleyball Tops Madison in Four Sets
September 29, 2026
JACKSON (September 22) — McKenzie High School volleyball picked up another district victory Tuesday, defeating Madison 3-1 on the road to improve to 9-6 overall and 8-2 in district play. The Lady Rebels opened the match with a 25-21 victory before Madison battled back in the second set. McKenzie lost the second set 27-25. McKenzie responded with a dominant 25-11 victory in the third set and closed out the match 25-19 in the fourth.
War Eagles Fall to Greenfield, 42-20
September 28, 2026
GREENFIELD (September 25) — West Carroll found success on the ground Friday night, but an early Greenfield surge left the War Eagles playing catch-up in a 42-20 loss to the Yellowjackets.
Rebels Fall to Camden, 22-12
September 28, 2026
CAMDEN (September 24) — McKenzie Middle School battled through several costly mistakes Thursday night but came up short against Camden, 22-12.
Beating around the Bush podcast Episode 207
September 28, 2026
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Wildcats Record Strong Showing at Rhodes Invitational
September 28, 2026
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Bethel’s Cross Country teams posted several personal and season bests at the Rhodes Invitational. The Lady Wildcats finished seventh in the 5K, while the Wildcats placed sixth in the men’s 8K.
Huntingdon, Westview Ranked First, McKenzie Ranked Third in Polling
September 28, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 28, 2026) — Following a high-stakes Week 6 across high school football, the Tennessee Sports Writers Association released its latest state rankings on Monday, headlined by major shakeups in Class 5A while dominant frontrunners held steady across the…
Obituaries
Pamela Kay Inman
October 1, 2026
Pamela Kay Inman died peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born July 4, 1965, to Sam Dean Williams and Lettie Sue Depriest Williams.
Wanda Jean Justice
October 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. - Mrs. Wanda Jean Justice, 70, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Kevin Blake Volner
September 29, 2026
LAVINIA, Tenn. - Kevin Blake Volner, age 15, of Lavinia, died as a result of an ATV accident on September 27, 2026. He was born on February 8, 2011.
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Sep 29
McKenzie School Board to Meet October 6
McKENZIE — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education will meet Tuesday, October 6, at 5:30 p.m. in the MSSD Board Room. Among the items on the tentative agenda, the board will consider appointing a Social Studies Textbook Committee and approving district budget amendments. Board members will consider a FaciliServ report concerning bleacher updates at the football field.
Sep 29
West Carroll Board to Consider School Calendar, Policies October 1
The West Carroll Special School District Board of Education will consider the 2027-28 school calendar, an accountability report and a series of policies when it meets Thursday, October 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the West Carroll Junior/Senior High School cafeteria.
Sep 29
Calendar 9-29-26
McKenzie Community Yard Sale McKenzie Community Yard Sale is October 9 and 10, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The McKenzie VFW Auxiliary has available space October 10 at VFW Post 4939, Cherrywood Road, McKenzie. The cost is $25 per 10X10 spot. Table rental is available at $5. Registration and setup begin at 7 a.m. Cash only. For more information to reserve your space, contact the VFW at 731-207-1027. Canceled if it rains.
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McKenzie Police Reports
September 29, 2026
Domestic Assault — Timothy L. Gilbert, Everett Street, McKenzie, was charged with Domestic Assault on September 26. Officer Jayden Rembert was dispatched to the residence, where Gilbert and a female had first had a verbal altercation and then Gilbert reportedly assaulted her. A witness corroborated the victim’s statement. Mr. Gilbert was arrested and placed under a $2,500 bond.
Bus Driver Indicted on Lesser Charges In Fatal Wreck
September 23, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 14) — The Carroll County Grand Jury indicted Sabrina Ducksworth for Failure to Exercise Due Care, and Driving on Roadway Laned For Traffic.
Carroll County Grand Jury Indictments
September 22, 2026
Rachel Sawyers Indicted for Theft, Fraud Involving Clarksburg PTO Funds A Carroll County grand jury indicted Rachel Sawyers on two charges, theft of property and fraudulent use of a debit card, involving funds belonging to the Clarksburg School Parent Teacher Organization. The indictment alleges that between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, Sawyers took more than $1,000 but less than $2,500 in PTO cash. A second count alleges she made unauthorized use of a PTO debit card in the same dollar range. Both charges are listed as Class E felonies.
McKenzie Police Reports
September 22, 2026
Leaving the Scene of an Accident — Bryson Chandler Donald, Chattanooga, was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident With Damage on September 16.
Carroll County General Sessions Court Report
September 22, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 16) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on September 16.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
September 22, 2026
Identity Theft / Forgery — On September 3, Deputy Heather Townes investigated a report of identity theft involving Donald Perrigo, 44, of Rienzi, Miss.
Marriage Licenses
September 22, 2026
Alma Edith Brewer Border, 69, of Yuma, and Michael Wayne Border Sr., 63, of Yuma. Anna Elizabeth Anderson, 29, of McKenzie, and Taylor James Brundige, 28, of McKenzie. Dillon Walker Mann, 23, of Huntingdon, and Heaven Nicole Henderson, 21, of Bruceton.
Property Transfers
September 22, 2026
Guy Williams, as co-executor, to Guy Williams in District 24. Guy Williams, as co-executor, to Guy Williams in Districts 15 and 24. Brian Lee Page to Thereasa Neely-Page in District 4.
Former Hollow Rock City Clerk Indicted After Failing to Pay Her Own Water Bill
September 21, 2026
An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has resulted in the indictment of former Town of Hollow Rock City Clerk Anna Carrington after investigators determined she received more than $1,300 in water service without paying her bill.
McKenzie Police Reports
September 29, 2026
Domestic Assault — Timothy L. Gilbert, Everett Street, McKenzie, was charged with Domestic Assault on September 26. Officer Jayden Rembert was dispatched to the residence, where Gilbert and a female had first had a verbal altercation and then Gilbert reportedly assaulted her. A witness corroborated the victim’s statement. Mr. Gilbert was arrested and placed under a $2,500 bond.
Bus Driver Indicted on Lesser Charges In Fatal Wreck
September 23, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 14) — The Carroll County Grand Jury indicted Sabrina Ducksworth for Failure to Exercise Due Care, and Driving on Roadway Laned For Traffic.
Carroll County Grand Jury Indictments
September 22, 2026
Rachel Sawyers Indicted for Theft, Fraud Involving Clarksburg PTO Funds A Carroll County grand jury indicted Rachel Sawyers on two charges, theft of property and fraudulent use of a debit card, involving funds belonging to the Clarksburg School Parent Teacher Organization. The indictment alleges that between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, Sawyers took more than $1,000 but less than $2,500 in PTO cash. A second count alleges she made unauthorized use of a PTO debit card in the same dollar range. Both charges are listed as Class E felonies.
McKenzie Police Reports
September 22, 2026
Leaving the Scene of an Accident — Bryson Chandler Donald, Chattanooga, was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident With Damage on September 16.
Carroll County General Sessions Court Report
September 22, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 16) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on September 16.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
September 22, 2026
Identity Theft / Forgery — On September 3, Deputy Heather Townes investigated a report of identity theft involving Donald Perrigo, 44, of Rienzi, Miss.
Marriage Licenses
September 22, 2026
Alma Edith Brewer Border, 69, of Yuma, and Michael Wayne Border Sr., 63, of Yuma. Anna Elizabeth Anderson, 29, of McKenzie, and Taylor James Brundige, 28, of McKenzie. Dillon Walker Mann, 23, of Huntingdon, and Heaven Nicole Henderson, 21, of Bruceton.
Property Transfers
September 22, 2026
Guy Williams, as co-executor, to Guy Williams in District 24. Guy Williams, as co-executor, to Guy Williams in Districts 15 and 24. Brian Lee Page to Thereasa Neely-Page in District 4.
Former Hollow Rock City Clerk Indicted After Failing to Pay Her Own Water Bill
September 21, 2026
An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has resulted in the indictment of former Town of Hollow Rock City Clerk Anna Carrington after investigators determined she received more than $1,300 in water service without paying her bill.
Former Hollow Rock City Clerk Indicted
September 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Anna Lauren Carrington was indicted on Monday, September 14 by the Carroll County Grand Jury of the Circuit Court on the above charges. She was the former clerk of the Town of Hollow Rock, Tenn.
