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Obituaries
McKENZIE, Tenn. - Funeral services for Gertrude “Gertie” Evon Perritt are Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on …
  Carlene Kelley, 82, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Monday, September 9.  Visitation with the family is Wednesday, September 11, 4 to 8 p.m. at  Dilday-Carter Funeral …
McKENZIE, Tenn.  -  Funeral services for Kaitlynn Paige Reed were Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. TInterment was at Seminary Cemetery. Ms. …
Ray Smith, 95, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Saturday, September 7.  Memorial arrangements are incomplete at this time. Ray was a banker, car dealer, and farmer, and generously …
McKENZIE, Tenn. -       Funeral services for Shawn Christopher Ruble are Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends …
Calendar of Events
    • Calendar 9-10-24

      Storytellers at Huntingdon Heritage Festival Come hear the storytellers, sponsored by Carroll Arts, at the Huntingdon Heritage Festival, …

    • Relay For Life is Saturday

      Carroll County Relay For Life, the annual American Cancer Society fundraising event, is Saturday, September 7 from 4-9 p.m. at the Carroll …

    • McKenzie City Council Agenda

      McKenzie Mayor and Council convenes Thursday, September 12, 6 p.m. at City Hall, 24700 Cedar Street for the monthly meeting.

    • Marching Rebels Release Competition Schedule

      The McKenzie High School Marching Rebels are preparing for a busy competition schedule beginning this month.

Community Focus
WTPUD General Manager Brent Dillahunty speaks to business and community leaders at an annual luncheon hosted by the utility company.
West Tennessee Public Utility District
HUNTINGDON — In this area, the West Tennessee Public Utility District (WTPUD) is “the gas company,” but the real people behind the company make it much more than that.
Ribbon-Cutting Held at War Zone Ax N Tag
McKENZIE (September 4) — The McKenzie Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting Wednesday at War Zone Ax N Tag, 12915 Hwy 79, joined by community and business leaders, including McKenzie Mayor Ryan Griffin and Carroll County Mayor Joseph Butler.
Melinda Goode, executive director of the Northwest Tennessee Development District was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club of McKenzie. She is pictured with Ricky Price, vice-president of the Rotary Club of McKenzie.
Goode is Speaker at McKenzie Rotary
McKENZIE — Melinda Goode, executive director of the Northwest Tennessee Human Resources Agency, was the featured speaker at the September 5 meeting of the Rotary Club of McKenzie.
Longshot Band Performs At Nights on Broadway
McKENZIE (September 5) — The local Longshot Band was the musical entertainment for Nights on Broadway on September 5 in the downtown McKenzie Veterans Memorial Park.
Western Day at Lakeside Senior Living Community.
News From Lakeside Senior Living Community
Greetings, Last month we gave a shoutout to our loyal volunteers, but it’s a privilege this month to thank the wonderful staff that work with the residents of Lakeside. Cris Stafford manages a crew of knowledgeable, caring, and dedicated staff who make all the difference for the residents who choose to call Lakeside their home.
Thank You for Supporting this Small Business!

    • Rebels Retain Top Spot in TSWA Poll

      NASHVILLE (September 9) — The Tennessee Sports Writers Association announced football rankings after Week 3 on Monday, with the poll presented …

    • Gleason Loses Homecoming Game

      Gleason (September 5) — Hillcrest Hornets of Springfield, Missouri, claimed a 42-16 victory over Gleason Junior High’s Bulldog in the …

Huntingdon Mustangs
NASHVILLE (September 2) - The Tennessee Sports Writers Association announced football rankings after Week 2 on Monday, with the poll presented by CoachT.com.
HUNTINGDON (August 29) — Huntingdon Middle School hosted McKenzie softball Thursday. The Fillies played well on both sides of the ball, including a shutout by pitcher Marcie Mitchell, for a 9-0 victory.
HUNTINGDON (August 23) - Sometimes, you can believe the hype. A breathtakingly massive audience gathered at Paul Ward Stadium Friday to see the highly-anticipated season opener between the Mustangs and the visiting McKenzie Rebels, and the teams put on a show worthy of the storied rivalry. Huntingdon seemed to be in control with two early touchdowns, but McKenzie tied the game at 14-14 before halftime. After trading TDs in the third quarter, the Rebels took their first lead, 24-21, with a field goal to start a wild fourth quarter. Four more touchdowns meant four lead changes, and the Rebels took a final lead with just 22 seconds on the clock for a 38-35 victory.
Buckle up, football fans! The ultimate small-town showdown is about to explode onto the gridiron as the McKenzie Rebels and Huntingdon Mustangs clash in their 95th battle. Though classifications may have changed, the feud between McKenzie and Huntingdon burns hotter than ever. This isn’t just a game; it’s a battle for county supremacy.
McKenzie Rebels
McKENZIE (September 5) — In a battle of Rebels versus Rebels, the hometown red and gray was dominant on both sides of the ball against the visiting black and gold as McKenzie Middle School defeated Stewart County 40-8 behind a balanced offensive attack and smothering defense.
DRESDEN (August 30) — Head Coach Keith Hodge took his McKenzie Rebels to Dresden High School Friday to face his former team and to make a statement in Class 1A after a barnburner win to start the season last week against historical rival and Class 2A powerhouse Huntingdon.
ATWOOD (August 29) — The West Carroll Junior High War Eagles hosted McKenzie Thursday night at the halfway mark of the middle school football season.
Opinion

Self Acceptance or Self Improvement

Climbing the stairs to coach Gibson's office, I wondered what I was in trouble for.

I Still Owe Mr. Motheral a Hundred Dollars

Believe me, I understand it is football season. Major League Baseball, as it does every September, separates the pretenders from the contenders. The kids start back to school. And college campuses are filled with wide-eyed 18-year-olds full of wonder, anticipation, and maybe, just a tad of trepidation.

Finding Our Way Back Home

Walking down the dusty road, Cleopas and his friend had little to say to each other. Their collective heartache and disappointment weighed down their normally busy tongues. For the past seven miles fewer than seven words had passed between them.

Color Blind

The wind blew hard northwest by west; it had commenced to snow: A small Salvation Army Band played carols, sweet and low.
People
McKENZIE (August 27) — On Tuesday, Lottye Choate celebrated her 95th birthday. As part of her birthday surprise, her daughter, Teresa Matlock, asked Facebook friends to send her mother birthday cards. Hoping for 95 cards to match her mother’s age, Matlock was able to surprise Mrs. Lottye with 173 cards.
Three Carroll County teachers are taking part in the fall 2024 WestTeach leadership program at the University of Tennessee at Martin: Dana Christian, Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School; Ginger Taylor, Huntingdon High School; and Noah Rogers, West Carroll Junior/Senior High School.
McKENZIE (August 22, 24) - Local talent was on full display Thursday and Saturday as Carroll Arts, Inc., presented the annual Southern Fried Funnies at the historic Park Theatre.
McKENZIE — Webb School Alumni Association is hosting its 54th annual Homecoming over the Labor Day weekend.
Dynamix Physical Therapy of McKenzie opened in 2017. Will Record is the clinical director of the McKenzie facility, located on 103 Main Street, South, in the old Fred’s store. Record is a native of Dyer and now resides in Jackson with his wife, Mallory and daughter, Mary Lee.
Records
    • Sheriff’s Reports

      Counterfeiting/Forgery — According to a report made by Deputy Eric Sawyers, on August 24, Dollar General reported that an unknown male passed …

    • Property Transfers

      Rodney Neilson to Daragan Company, LLC in District 8.

    • Carroll County General Sessions Court

      HUNTINGDON (September 4) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on Wednesday, September 4.

    • Huntingdon Police Reports

      Driving on Revoked, Suspended, Driver’s License — According to a report made by Officer Jonathan McDowell, on August 21, he was on patrol on …

    • McKenzie Police Reports

      Driving on Suspended, Violation Order of Protection — Antonio Demonya Harris, 25, Hopkinsville was charged with Speeding, Driving on a …

    • Marriage Licenses

      Kristen Denise Godon Ninness, 41, of Huntingdon, to Joseph Kent Springer, 58, of Huntingdon.

In our schools
Food
    • Recipes 9-10-24

      Erma Sims Pound Cake 3 cups sugar 3 cup sifted all purpose flour 6 eggs 1 8oz. whipping cream 1 cup butter 1 tablespoon …

    • Recipes 9-3-24

      Corn Casserole 2 cans whole kernel corn 8 oz. cream cheese 1 stick butter 2/3 cup milk Mix together in casserole dish. Bake at …

    • Recipes 8-27-24

      Frothy Orange Drink 1 -6oz. can Frozen Orange juice concentrate 1 cup water 1 cup milk 1/2 cup sugar

General
Obituaries

Dorothy Ann Hollowell

McKENZIE, Tenn.  - Funeral services for Dorothy Ann Hollowell are Friday, September 6, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Thursday, …

Jerry Fuller

HUNTINGDON - Mr. Jerry Fuller, 84, of Huntingdon, died Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at his home. Funeral services are Friday, September 6, 2024, at 1 p.m., in the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home …

Carol McCormick

HUNTINGDON  - Mrs. Carol McCormick, 88, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Tuesday September 3, 2024 at her home. Funeral services are 11 a.m., Friday September 6, 2024 at Huntingdon First …

Aline Lowe

McKENZIE, Tenn. -        Funeral services for Aline Lowe are Friday, September 6, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on …

Laura Lee

BIG SANDY, Tenn.  -       Funeral services for Laura Lee are Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive …

Dr. Robert   (Bob) Prosser

 HENRY, Tenn.  - A memorial service celebrating the life of Rev. Dr. Robert Prosser (Bob) is Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 4 p.m. at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, McKenzie. An announcement will be made at the service about how to make donations in lieu of flowers.

Austin P. Garrett

McKENZIE, Tenn.  -  Funeral Services for Austin P. Garrett are Monday, September 2, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Tumbling Creek Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at …

James R. Denman

McKENZIE, Tenn. -       Funeral services for James R. Denman are Friday, August 30, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on …

Minner Mae Hicks

HUMBOLDT-Funeral services for Minner Mae Hicks are Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. until service …

Dean Dill

Mrs. Dean Dill, 82, of the Terry Community, died Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at her home. Funeral services were Friday, August 16, 2024, in the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Martin …

Daniel P. Bynum

McKENZIE — Mr. Daniel P. Bynum, 72, McKenzie died Sunday, August 4, 2024 at AHC of McKenzie. His request was to be cremated with no services. He was born on July 28, 1952 to the late Dewey C. …

Ricky Dale Hardin

Mr. Ricky Dale Hardin, 64, died August 6, 2024 after a motorcycle accident in Belvidere, South Dakota. He was born on February 5, 1960, to the late Hershel Gary Hardin and Rosie Pearl Owens …

Geneva Taylor Bledsoe

McKENZIE, Tenn.  - Funeral services for Mrs. Geneva Taylor Bledsoe are Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 16, 2024, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the funeral home and on Saturday, noon until service time. She will be laid to rest beside her husband of 33 years, L.C. Bledsoe, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, McKenzie.

Billy Broadway

    JACKSON - Mr. Billy Gene Broadway, 91, of Jackson, Tennessee, died Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Forest Cove in Jackson. Funeral services are Monday, August …

Butch Owens

HUNTINGDON  - Mr. Timothy “Butch” Wayne Owens, 64, of Huntingdon, died Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services are Friday, …
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