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Obituaries
Graveside services for Jane Smothers are Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Mt Olivet Cemetery, McKenzie. Interment will follow. Mrs. Smothers, 82, died at her residence on December 10, …
DRESDEN, Tenn. -        A memorial service for Jeannie Sue Pitcher is  December 21, 2024, in Sharlotte, Michigan. Ms. Pitcher, 58, died at her residence on November …
PARIS - Reverend Arthur L. Lodge,  70, of Paris, TN, died Sunday, December 9, 2024, at St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, Tenn. Arthur retired from the Presbyterian …
HENRY - Douglass Keith “Doug” Braden, 78, of Henry, Tenn., died Sunday, December 8, 2024. Doug was born June 1, 1946, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Cecil Braden …
HUNTINGDON — Mrs. Velma Jean Parkinson, 70, of Huntingdon, died at her home on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Mrs. Parkinson was born September 11, 1954, to the late Junnis Long and Anna Louise …
Calendar of Events
Community Focus
Cast members in the CCHS Murder Mystery Dinner Theater (L to R): Brad Sam, Tyler Perritt, Crystal King, Jayden Sarnik, Theresa Hilliard, Tommy Martin, Marilyn Wade, Jeremy King, Audra Reardon, Joshua King, Dr. Elizabeth Cunningham, Randall Wilson and Beverly Wilson. Not pictured is Catherine Clark Perritt.
Carroll County Humane Society Hosts Mystery Dinner Theater
McKENZIE (December 7) — The Carroll County Humane Society hosted a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Saturday at The Venue at Waddell Place.
Bethel students celebrate the completion of the restoration project on the gazebo.
Restoring Life to the Historic Gazebo at Bethel University
McKENZIE — The gazebo at the center of Bethel University’s campus in McKenzie received a facelift, thanks to student labor, a financial donation and the blessings of the university’s administration.
Pictured (L to R) are Ms. Betsy and three of her students, JaiBreon Horton, Jackson Barden and Ulises Ramirez. Homerooms collected a total of 270 items.
McKenzie Middle School Collects Items to Aid Cash Express Drive
McKENZIE (December 2-6) — McKenzie Middle School students collected coats, hoodies and toys for Cash Express to distribute to families for Christmas.
Pictured are (L to R) City Attorney Beau Pemberton, Vice Mayor Jessie Townes, Councilman Drew Beeler, Councilman Bobby Young, Mayor Ryan Griffin, Councilman Tim McBride, Councilman Tom Alexander, and Councilwoman Carol Armpriest.
McKenzie Councilmen Take Oath of Office
McKENZIE (November 26) — Three McKenzie councilmen were administered the oath of office for a four-year term on Tuesday, November 26. City Judge Beau Pemberton administered the oath to Jessie Townes, Drew Beeler, and Tim McBride (newly elected).
Pictured are the runners or walkers in the 13th annual event. The route started and ended at the Carroll County Courthouse.
Turkey Trot Raises Funds for Those in Need
HUNTINGDON (November 28) — The 13th Annual Turkey Trot was held in downtown Huntingdon to raise funds for those who need assistance in the area.
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Huntingdon Mustangs
HUNTINGDON (December 5) — Huntingdon High School hosted Peabody Thursday for a pair of basketball contests. The Fillies rode a dominant first half to a 66-36 victory. The Mustangs led by six at the half, but the Golden Tide stormed back to claim an 81-60 win.
HUNTINGDON (November 26) — Huntingdon High School hosted South Gibson Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests. Both games were competitive in the fourth quarter, but the visiting teams held on for wins in both. The Lady Hornets topped the Fillies 48-34, while the Hornets defeated the Mustangs 60-53.
MILAN (November 22) — What promised to be one of the best games in the quarterfinal round of the playoffs stood true to its word. The Huntingdon Mustangs and the Milan Bulldogs took it to the wire with Milan waging a fourth quarter come from behind 28-25 win to advance to the semifinal round.
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association recently released its initial region and district alignments for the 2025-27 classification cycle.
McKenzie Rebels
GLEASON (December 2) — Gleason Junior High hosted McKenzie Middle School Monday for a pair of basketball contests. The Lady Rebels trailed by four at the half, but seized momentum down the stretch for a 38-35 win. The Bulldogs gradually built a lead throughout for a 32-21 victory.
MEMPHIS (November 29) — The McKenzie Rebels traveled to the Bluff City on Black Friday for a TSSAA Football Semifinal with a trip to the state championship on the line. They met the MASE Phoenix at Crump Stadium and stormed out to a 19-0 lead in the second quarter.
JACKSON (November 26) — McKenzie High School traveled to Jackson Christian School Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests. The Lady Rebels kept the game in reach until the Lady Eagles pulled away in the fourth for a 58-43 win. The Eagles built their lead in the second quarter en route to a 66-39 win over a six-man Rebel squad.
Opinion

These Two Men Nearly Got Me Killed!

In high school, I was not the rabble-rouser sort of teen. No fast-and-furious hot rod for me nor getting drunk on weekends.

Letter to the Editor

Letter To Editor Mike Pence warned us. Bill Barr warned us. Chris Christie warned us. Liz Cheney warned us. Dick Cheney warned us. Hillary Clinton warned us. Michael Cohen warned us.

Christmas Always Makes Me Cry

Well, I wasn't going to run this until next week, but then Mrs. Robye Lindsey died, and the air left the room again. Is 2024 just taking all the good ones? I thought 2023 was savage, but here we are.

Amazing Teacher

How do you not know how amazing you are?
People
GLEASON (December 2) — Gleason Mayor Charles Anderson, and Alderman Mike Bennett, Alderman Mike Stafford, Alderman James Hines, and Alderwoman Shawn Francisco were administered the oath of office to serve four years following the November 5 election.
McKENZIE (November 19) — The Stoker family has been known for its tobacco products for years. The Dresden-based company was a large distributor of tobacco from its headquarters. Now, Blake Stoker is starting a new family legacy: barbecue.
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Economic Development Council (TEDC) announces its presentation of Dr. Sharon Younger, founder and president of Younger Associates, with the TEDC Legacy Award.
HUNTINGDON (November 26) — Following the meeting of the Huntingdon Mayor and Council on November 26, the newly constituted board of mayor and council posed for a photograph. 
HUNTINGDON — Internationally acclaimed comedian Henry Cho performed Saturday, November 23 to a capacity audience at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon.
Records
In our schools
Food
    • Recipes 12-10-24

      Smothered Steak and Potatoes 1 (1 1/2 pound steak 2 (15 oz.) cans whole new potatoes, drained 1 (10 oz.) can golden mushroom soup 1 …

    • Recipes 12-3-24

      Skillet Beef and Broccoli 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch strips 1 (10oz.) pkg frozen …

    • Recipes 11-26-24

      Creamed Potatoes 1/2 pound very small new potatoes 1 can very small green peas, drained

General
Obituaries

Lorraine Marie Brockman

Lorraine Marie Brockman,  80, of Gleason, Tenn. died November 23, 2024. A memorial service is on December 15, 2 p.m. at Beech Springs Missionary Baptist Church, 2696 Brawners-Levee Road, …

Jerry Haynes Hamlin

HENRY, Tenn. - Jerry Haynes Hamlin, 82 of Henry, TN, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her daughters. Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap St./P.O. Box 788, Paris, TN …

Bertie Lou Warbritton

HUNTINGDON - Mrs. Bertie Lou Warbritton, 90, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her home. Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Huntingdon Church …

Mark Edward Powell

(Formerly of McKenzie) — Mark Edward Powell was born on May 13, 1961 and he died on November 26, 2024 He is survived by his wife, Larenda Powell; daughters, Lindsey (Colin) Perry, Meredith …

Janet Gale Baker

HUNTINGDON - Mrs. Janet Gale Baker, 62, of Huntingdon died at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital on November 25, 2024. Funeral services were Friday November 29, 2024 in the Chapel of …

PAUL MERWIN

McKENZIE — A Funeral service for Paul Merwin, was Monday, December 2, 2024, at 10 a.m. at McKenzie First Baptist Church. Interment was at Bethlehem Cemetery, Henry. Brother Paul …

Lisa Kay Kyle

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. - Mrs. Lisa Kay Kyle, 56, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her residence. Mrs. Kyle was born April 7, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Jean and …

Janet Gale Baker

HUNTINGDON - Mrs. Janet Gale Baker, 62, of Huntingdon, Tenn. died at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital on November 25, 2024. Funeral services are 2 p.m. on Friday November 29, 2024 in the …

Joan Welch

McKENZIE, Tenn. -     A Funeral service for Joan Welch is Friday, November 29, 2024, at Union Academy Baptist Church at 1 p.m. The family will receive friends on Friday at the church …

Don Graves Holt

NASHVILLE — Dr. Don Graves Holt died November 17, 2024, at the age of 79. He was a retired educator and state government official having served as a McKenzie High School teacher, a staff member …

Elnora Frances Eberley

HUNTINGDON  - Mrs. Elnora Frances Eberley, 86, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Huntingdon Health & Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Elnora was …

Gloria Jean Blankenship

  HUNTINGDON - Gloria Jean (Crank) Blankenship, 84, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died on Friday, November 22, 2024.  She was born on September 17, 1940, in Orlando, Florida, the …

James Elma Holmes

HUNTINGDON, Tenn.. - Mr. James Elma Holmes, 87 of Huntingdon, died Sunday, November 17, 2024 at West Tennessee Transitional Care. Funeral services were Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in the Chapel …

David Paschall

David Hal Paschall, 79, of Lago Vista, Texas, died on November 18, 2024, after a lengthy illness. David was born on June 26, 1945, to Ratliffe and Velna Gray Douglas Paschall in Murray, …

Virginia Lee Sanders Walters

Virginia Lee Sanders Walters, 87, of the Vale community, died Thursday, November 14, 2024, at her residence. She worked as a sewing machine operator at HIS Clothing for over 40 years. She …
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