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Obituaries
McKENZIE, Tenn. _ Funeral services for Alexis M. Nolin and Asher Nolin are Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday at 5:00 …
TREZEVANT - Christie Laura "Alice" Pillow , 57, died February 28, 2025, in Warren, Ohio. She was born on December 6, 1967, in Trezevant, Tennessee, and spent her adult life in Lexington, Tennessee. …
GLEASON - Services for Keith Howard Summers, age 58, of Gleason, Tenn. was Friday March 14, 2025  at Williams Funeral Home of Gleason. Burial was in Hopewell Cemetery in Gleason.  Mr. …
Mr. Dan Smothers, 71, of Huntingdon died Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were Saturday March 8, 2025 in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral Home. …
Mrs. Karen Wilson, 59, of McKenzie, Tennessee, died Monday, March 10, 2025, at Huntingdon Health and Rehab. Funeral services were Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Greater Enon Missionary Baptist …
Calendar of Events
Community Focus
McKenzie High School Celebrates Black History
McKENZIE (March 4) — McKenzie High School’s Minority Council hosted its annual Black History Celebration in the school gymnasium, recognizing the contributions of African-Americans locally and nationwide.
(L to R) Pictured are Rotary Vice-President Ricky Price, David Miles and Vice-President-elect Armand Hebert. Miles spoke about the Levi Miles Foundation.
Rotary Hears About Levi Miles Foundation
McKENZIE (February 25) — Members of the Rotary Club of McKenzie heard from guest speaker David Miles of Paris about the Levi Miles Foundation and the work it is performing to assist families and individuals with children who have rare diseases, mobility issues, or those who need specialized equipment to improve their lives.
Student speakers and musical performers at the MMS Black History program.
McKenzie Middle Presents Black History Program
McKENZIE (February 25) — McKenzie Middle School presented an exciting, inspiring and informative Black History program Tuesday morning with numerous special guests.
Stained Glass Window Installed in Bethel University’s New Chapel
McKENZIE — Bethel University’s campus is expanding with a new 1,058-seat chapel.
The Coalminers Presented Always Loretta
HUNTINGDON (March 1) — Emily Portman, hand selected by Loretta Lynn herself, offered an authentic tribute to the late Loretta Lynn while singing us a medley of Loretta’s biggest hits - all with Loretta’s original band members on Saturday, March 1 at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon.
Thank You for Supporting this Small Business!

McKenzie Rebels
McKenzie — Martez Teague is the third McKenzie Rebel to commit to continue his football career.
CLIFTON (March 1) — Frank Hughes High School hosted the McKenzie Rebels Saturday for a Region 6A Boys Basketball quarterfinal.
McKENZIE (February 28) — McKenzie High School hosted Collinwood Friday to open the Region 6A Girls Basketball Tournament. The host Lady Rebels were in control from the early minutes and cruised to a 70-55 win to advance to the semifinals.
McKENZIE (February 25) — McKenzie High School hosted the championship round of the District 12A Boys Basketball Tournament Tuesday. The host Rebels cruised to an 89-50 win over the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tigers in the consolation game, and the McEwen Warriors claimed the championship, 50-47, after a thrilling, back-and-forth title game against the Houston County Fighting Irish.
Huntingdon Mustangs
DOVER — The District 12AA tournament continues at press time as snow has pushed the four-school tournament back by two days.
Area high school basketball teams saw district tournaments disrupted by winter weather last week. Some districts have since completed their tournaments, but others are still in process. Region tournament schedules had not been released as of The Banner’s press deadline.
UT Vols Chronicles Huntingdon’s Hunter Ensley in a documentary on Youtube. Ensley was born in Alaska and moved to Huntingdon, Tenn.. where he was a two-sport top athlete in baseball and football.
The high school basketball regular season has ended, and district tournaments begin this week for area teams. The potential for winter weather on Tuesday, February 18 has already prompted some changes to game times, and further changes could be necessary later in the week depending on accumulation and road conditions.
Opinion

Cancers

Just as I was about to turn sixty years old, I was diagnosed with cancer. My subsequent surgery and treatment allowed me to live a healthy life since then. For that, I'm grateful to the Father above for his grace and mercy.

Separating the Plastic From the Genuine Article

Melba Montgomery died in January. She was my second favorite all-time female country music singer. George Strait has semi-retired. Alan Jackson is battling health issues. I’m telling you, as real country singers go, Gene Watson and Moe Bandy are about all we have left.

‘Thy will be done’

Out of all the many things I prayed, it was the one phrase I kept buttoned up.

A Reader’s Response to the Water Issue in Trezevant

So Trezevant needs a $6 million dollar upgrade to their water system (The McKenzie Banner, 2/18/25). How are they going to pay for it? Well, they are raising their rates so they can get a match for “a federal grant.” Their consultant wants engineers to get working and “start applying for federal funding.”
People
McKENZIE (March 10) — On February 16, Kim Bell Webb was recognized as Carroll County’s recipient of the Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award, celebrating her decades of commitment to community service.
Miss West Carroll Elementary School Royalty (L to R): Second Maid Ally Clarke, First Maid Raelynn Maples, Queen Abigail Hays, Third Maid Maddie Martin and Fourth Maid Camilla Jenkins. Not pictured is Miss Congeniality Norah Reynolds.
Dr. Margaret Taylor, president of Jackson Area Business and Professional Women, has announced the winners of Sterling Awards 2025: 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee, the Outstanding Woman Military Veteran and the Sue Shelton White Award.
PARIS — West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital proudly congratulates Shelby Tucker, LPN, for successfully completing the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) Nurse Residency Program.
William Milam, Jr., better known as “Junior,” has dedicated his life to service, both to community and to country. It’s a trait he attributes directly to an act of kindness he experienced in the wake of a tragedy at a young age.
Records
    • McKenzie Police Reports

      Assault/Aggravated Assault Against a First Responders / Resisting Arrest / Domestic Assault — On 3/4/2025, Patrolman McClure went to Main St. …

    • Marriage Licenses

      Colin Ray Simonson, 24, of Bruceton, to Jasmine Belle Wragge, 23, of Bruceton.

    • General Sessions

      Nahuel Astudillo — Southhaven, Mississippi, 38672 — Guilty Plea-As Charged Theft (Up To $1000) Sentenced At 75%, Jail Sentence Suspended …

    • Huntingdon Police Reports

      Driving on Revoked License — On 03-02-25, Officer Jonathan McDowell observed a dodge ram pickup truck traveling at a high speed on Buena Vista …

In our schools
Food
    • Recipes 3-11-25

      Pop-Up Rolls 1 cup self rising flour 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/2 cup milk

    • Recipes 2-25-25

      Taco Soup 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 package ranch-style dressing mix 1 package taco seasoning mix

    • Recipes 2-18-25

      Cabbage Soup 1 head of cabbage, chopped 3 medium carrots 1 polish sausage 1 teaspoon red pepper

General
Obituaries

Mikey Cary

Mr. Mike “Mikey” Cary, 60, of McKenzie died Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center of Paris. Funeral services were Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Grace Point …

Bette Jane Brown

Mrs. Bette Jane Brown, 94, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Lifecare Center of Bruceton. Graveside funeral services were Friday, March 14, 2025, at Liberty All Cemetery …

Kay Nolen Ward

Mrs. Kay Nolen Ward, 83, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon. Funeral services are Monday, March 10, 2025, at 1:00 P.M.  in the Chapel of …

Charles “Ronnie” Russell

McKENZIE, Tenn. - A Celebration of Life for Charles “ Ronnie ”  Russell was Saturday, March 15, 2025,  at McKenzie First United Methodist Church.   Mr.  …

Clifford B. Matlock

McKENZIE, Tenn.  - Funeral services for Clifford B. Matlock are Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 11 a.m. until …

Jo Anne Bennett

Mrs. Jo Anne Bennett, 86, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Harmony Hill Assisted Living. Funeral Services are 2:00 PM Thursday March 6, 2025 in the Chapel of …

Kay Nolen Ward

Mrs. Kay Nolen Ward, 83, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon. Funeral services are Monday, March 10, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Chase …

Terri King

McKENZIE, Tenn. -   A memorial service for Teri King is Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 12 p.m. until …

Aldred Kent Johnson

McKENZIE — Funeral services for Aldred Kent Johnson are Friday, March 7, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. …

Meagan Mancell

Memorial Services for Meagan Mancell, age 33 of McKenzie, Tenn., are Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 6 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield, Tenn. She was born March 31, 1991 and died …

Linda Kay Cochran

McKENZIE - Funeral services for Linda Kay Cochran is Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. Interment was at Liberty Cemetery, McKenzie, Tenn..  Mrs. …

Kathy Sue Mann

Mrs. Kathy Sue Mann, 82, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Friday, February 28, 2025 at Lifecare Center of Bruceton. Funeral services are Monday, March 3, 2025, at 1 p.m., in the Chapel of Chase …

Evelyn Ruth Taylor

HUNTINGDON - Mrs. Evelyn Ruth Taylor, 74, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Huntingdon Health and Rehab. Services for Mrs. Taylor will be private for the family. She …

Jimmy Maxwell, Sr.

CLARKSBURG - Mr. Jimmy Maxwell Sr., 73, of Clarksburg, Tennessee died Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Funeral services are Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the …

Rick M. Wilson

McKENZIE, Tenn.  - A Celebration of Life for Rick M. Wilson is Friday, February 28, 2025, from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. Mr. Wilson, 68, died at his residence on …