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.
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DIANA MARIE SAWYERS
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE — Diana Marie Sawyers, 72, of McKenzie, Tenn., died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living of Paris, after an extended battle with cancer.
Huntingdon Marching Mustangs to Host Band Competition
September 28, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Paul Ward Stadium will transform into a hub of music, pageantry, and high-energy competition on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as high school band programs from across the region gather for the 2026 Huntingdon Marching Invitational.
Lindsey Sanders Receives Degree from the University of Mississippi
September 28, 2026
UNIVERSITY, Miss. (09/25/2026)-- Lindsey Sanders, of Huntingdon, Tenn., was among the 1,200 students who graduated from the University of Mississippi in August 2026.
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.
McKenzie to Host Free Community Feeding
September 28, 2026
McKenzie will host a free community feeding Saturday, October 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Banner Row in downtown McKenzie.
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…
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.
DIANA MARIE SAWYERS
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE — Diana Marie Sawyers, 72, of McKenzie, Tenn., died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living of Paris, after an extended battle with cancer.
Huntingdon Marching Mustangs to Host Band Competition
September 28, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Paul Ward Stadium will transform into a hub of music, pageantry, and high-energy competition on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as high school band programs from across the region gather for the 2026 Huntingdon Marching Invitational.
Lindsey Sanders Receives Degree from the University of Mississippi
September 28, 2026
UNIVERSITY, Miss. (09/25/2026)-- Lindsey Sanders, of Huntingdon, Tenn., was among the 1,200 students who graduated from the University of Mississippi in August 2026.
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.
McKenzie to Host Free Community Feeding
September 28, 2026
McKenzie will host a free community feeding Saturday, October 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Banner Row in downtown McKenzie.
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…
Alumni Honorees in MHS Homecoming Parade
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. (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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Huntingdon Marching Mustangs to Host Band Competition
September 28, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Paul Ward Stadium will transform into a hub of music, pageantry, and high-energy competition on Saturday, October 3, 2026, as high school band programs from across the region gather for the 2026 Huntingdon Marching Invitational.
Alumni Honorees in MHS Homecoming Parade
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. (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:
Park Theatre Increases Price
September 28, 2026
MCKENZIE, Tenn. — For the first time in a decade, moviegoers visiting the historic Park Theatre in downtown McKenzie will see a slight change in admission and concession pricing, effective Oct. 1.
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Beating Around the Bush: It’s Classified
September 22, 2026
The new numbers that reclassify high school football teams across the state of Tennessee were released last week, and I believe the TSSAA has been reading my column. A couple of years back, I wrote a column that was titled, “Is the TSSAA killing the Huntingdon-McKenzie rivalry?”
The Wit and Wisdom of David Johnson: My Grace-filled Christmas
September 22, 2026
December 2010. I felt lost and unsure which way to turn. For the first time since I was fourteen years old, I didn’t have a job. Up until then I hadn’t realized what a significant role working played into my self-identity.
Hunker Down with Kes: Talk About A Great Way to Kill Time
September 22, 2026
People often ask how I got into the clock business. Well, it is a way too-long-story to even begin to tell. And I have never, one time, ever, in my whole life considered it a business. A love story, maybe. But there is nothing commercial about it.
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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.
Honoring and Remembering Shane Barksdale
September 22, 2026
Shane Barksdale was a man whose presence brought warmth, kindness, and genuine joy to the lives of those around him. Known for his big smile and his ability to make everyone feel welcome, he never met a stranger. His friendly spirit and generous heart left an impression on…
Teresa Hall Retires After 37 Years of Caring for McKenzie Middle School
September 22, 2026
McKENZIE (September 2) — For 37 years, Teresa Hall helped take care of McKenzie Middle School. But somewhere along the way, taking care of the school became much more than maintaining a building.
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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.
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…
McKenzie-Huntingdon Rivalry Could Soon Take on Added Importance
September 23, 2026
HERMITAGE (September 22) — The annual McKenzie-Huntingdon football game could soon mean more than Carroll County bragging rights.
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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.
Heritage, Service Honored at Annual Festival
September 22, 2026
HUNTINGDON — The opening ceremony of the Huntingdon Heritage Festival on Saturday, September 19, served as a heartwarming celebration of community, tradition, and dedicated public service. Gathering under bright skies, town officials and local residents formally recognized two pillars of the community: the Bennett family, named the 2026 Pioneer Family of the Year, and Ronnie Breeden, honored as the 2026 Outstanding Citizen of the Year. Both recognitions highlighted the core values of faith, family, hard work, and deep-rooted commitment that continue to define the Carroll County area.
McKenzie Middle School is Coach Kee-Themed for a Day
September 16, 2026
McKENZIE (September 16) — When McKenzie Middle School Principal Josh Kee walked into work on Wednesday morning he noticed a pattern immediately. His FACE was on yard signs, posters and employees’ SHIRTS!
Ribbon Cutting Held for Mulberry Park Soccer Complex
September 15, 2026
McKENZIE (September 12) — The City of McKenzie held a ribbon cutting on Saturday, September 12 for the new soccer complex at Mulberry Park in McKenzie. Early morning saw several soccer matches on the new fields. The ribbon cutting ceremony took place at noon with several city officials and community members present.
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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…
HHS Hosts Cross Country Meet
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 22) — HHS Cross Country team hosted their annual Cross Country meet at Kelley Complex on Tuesday, September 22 and the area Cross Country teams enjoyed cooler weather with the top 51 runners in the boys race finishing under 20 minutes for the race.
Beating around the Bush
September 26, 2026
I have always been a firm believer that when something great happens, it's okay to celebrate, and each of us has our way of doing that. I remember standing on the sidelines in Chattanooga last December when the clock ticked zero and secured the Huntingdon Mustangs their second…
HMS Hosts Cross Country at Kelley Complex
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 21) — Huntingdon Middle School played host to a cross country meet at Kelley Complex on September 21, and HMS runners performed well.
HHS Volleyball Honors Seniors
September 26, 2026
Huntingdon High School volleyball honored its two senior players prior to their match with JCM, in which the Fillies won 3 sets to 0.
HMS Mustangs Finish 6-1 with 42-28 Win Over Union City
September 26, 2026
UNION CITY (September 24) — The Huntingdon Middle School Mustangs capped off a great season with a 42-28 win over Union City on the road Thursday. The Middle Mustangs finished the season at 6-1, and the only loss was to Milan 12-6.
Katherine Meggs named HHS Homecoming Queen
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 25) — Huntingdon senior Katherine Meggs was named HHS Homecoming Queen after a two-week wait. Homecoming was scheduled for September 11 but was postponed due to weather.
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…
HHS Hosts Cross Country Meet
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 22) — HHS Cross Country team hosted their annual Cross Country meet at Kelley Complex on Tuesday, September 22 and the area Cross Country teams enjoyed cooler weather with the top 51 runners in the boys race finishing under 20 minutes for the race.
Beating around the Bush
September 26, 2026
I have always been a firm believer that when something great happens, it's okay to celebrate, and each of us has our way of doing that. I remember standing on the sidelines in Chattanooga last December when the clock ticked zero and secured the Huntingdon Mustangs their second…
HMS Hosts Cross Country at Kelley Complex
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 21) — Huntingdon Middle School played host to a cross country meet at Kelley Complex on September 21, and HMS runners performed well.
HHS Volleyball Honors Seniors
September 26, 2026
Huntingdon High School volleyball honored its two senior players prior to their match with JCM, in which the Fillies won 3 sets to 0.
HMS Mustangs Finish 6-1 with 42-28 Win Over Union City
September 26, 2026
UNION CITY (September 24) — The Huntingdon Middle School Mustangs capped off a great season with a 42-28 win over Union City on the road Thursday. The Middle Mustangs finished the season at 6-1, and the only loss was to Milan 12-6.
Katherine Meggs named HHS Homecoming Queen
September 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 25) — Huntingdon senior Katherine Meggs was named HHS Homecoming Queen after a two-week wait. Homecoming was scheduled for September 11 but was postponed due to weather.
Obituaries
DIANA MARIE SAWYERS
September 28, 2026
McKENZIE — Diana Marie Sawyers, 72, of McKenzie, Tenn., died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living of Paris, after an extended battle with cancer.
Joyce Beasley Warnick McConnell
September 24, 2026
Joyce Beasley Warnick McConnell , who was devoted to her family and known for her kindness to all and goodness in all circumstances, died on September 14, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was 93.
Kathryn Sawyers
September 24, 2026
GLEASON, Tenn. — Services for Kathryn Sawyers age 78 of Gleason, TN, are Friday September 25th at 11 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield. Burial to follow in Sandhill Cemetery in Gleason.
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Special Services at Union Primitive Baptist Church Union Primitive Baptist Church, located at 2020 Ross Road, McKenzie, is having its annual meeting on September 25 and 26. Elder Daniel Wood, pastor of Knoxville Primitive Baptist Church, is the invited speaker. Services are scheduled for September 25 at 7 p.m. with supper at 5:30 p.m. On September 26 services start at 10:30 a.m. with lunch immediately following. Afternoon services begin at 1:30 p.m.
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Heritage Festival is September 19
The Huntingdon Heritage Festival returns to downtown Huntingdon on Saturday, September 19, 2026, bringing a full day of free family entertainment, local shopping, food, arts and activities, and live music to the community.
Sep 15
Review of Homecoming '86, 2006 Baseball Championship to Be Held at Park Theatre
The historic Park Theatre in downtown McKenzie is the venue for two events during the McKenzie High School Alumni Association’s Decades Reunion weekend, September 25 and 26, 2026.
Matter of Record
Carroll County Grand Jury Indicts Montgomery Co. School Bus Driver in March Fatal Bus Crash
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.
Carroll County Grand Jury Indicts Montgomery Co. School Bus Driver in March Fatal Bus Crash
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.
Comptroller's Report Released: Rachel Sawyers, Clarksburg School PTO
September 15, 2026
CLARKSBURG (September 15) - An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has found that former Clarksburg School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) treasurer and vice president Rachel Sawyers misappropriated funds intended to support students and teachers at Clarksburg…
