HUNTINGDON — Join The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center and The Jackson Symphony for a night under the stars featuring “Music Around the World” - a free, summer event scheduled … more

McKENZIE — Gracelyn Eaves, 20, a rising senior at Bethel University, returns to compete in the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant this summer. The pre-professional Biology major last served as … more

McKENZIE (May 5) — Angel Newbill of Nicole Lashes & Beauty cut the ceremonial red ribbon marking the official opening of her business located 414 Elm Street in McKenzie. more

McKENZIE (May 4) — Prayers went up for the people and institutions in Carroll County and beyond on the National Day of Prayer observance on May 4. The annual event is sponsored by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce at the Carroll County Airport. more

On May 6, 2023, the Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame added eight new members to the HOF at the annual banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center. The inductees were from the five areas of the county. McKenzie inducted Jerry Escue and Derek Carr. Huntingdon inducted Bill Ezell, Ray Crossno, and Danny Woodard. Hollow Rock – Bruceton inducted Jared Edwards; Clarksburg inducted Erica Yarbrough Sills; and West Carroll inducted David Hale. more

  NASHVILLE, Tenn.  – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that he will call for the Tennessee General Assembly to convene a special legislative session on August 21, … more

DRESDEN (May 1) — The year 2023 marks the 59th year since the Community Action Network was established to help American families and communities overcome obstacles to poverty. Over 1000 agencies across the country are working every day to create opportunities and transform the lives of their neighbors, making communities stronger and helping families across the US thrive. This year, Northwest Tenn. Economic Development Council (NWTEDC), a proud member of the Community Action Network, will also commemorate 51 years in service helping families throughout Carroll County, Tennessee. more

HUNTINGDON — After the success of last year’s school art exhibition, Huntingdon High School will once again have a new art exhibit at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts & Academic Enrichment Center from May 4 through Aug. 1, 2023. This juried art exhibit will be judged and awards given at the opening reception honoring all the participants on Thursday, May 4 from 6-8 p.m. in the Ballroom Gallery. Light refreshments will be served; this event is free and open to the public. more

McKENZIE, Tenn. - The organizational meeting for the 2023 McKenzie Farmers Market is Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the conference room at McKenzie City Hall. Dates, fees and any rule changes … more

Atwood, Tenn. - Miss West Carroll High School and Court for 2023 more

 As Northwest Tennessee Tourism continues the process of rebuilding, the organization is thrilled to launch new branding and a host of exciting initiatives. NWTN Tourism is set to host the … more

McKENZIE (April 25, 2023) — Representatives of Global Citizen Adventure Corps, a Dresden-based, non-profit organization, offered the featured program at the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of McKenzie … more

McKENZIE (April 18) — McKenzie Rotary Club and the (Rotary) Interact Club at McKenzie High School prepared ‘goodie’ bags for 150 international students at Bethel University in advance of their final test week at the local university. more

McKENZIE — The Bethel Athletics 2023 Leadership Luncheon took place Friday in the Vera Lowe for Student Enrichment Boardroom on the campus of Bethel University. more

HUNTINGDON — Equestrian by Cachengo hosted its grand opening on Saturday, April 22, 2023, noon to 3 p.m. at its new location on Industrial Drive in Huntingdon. A ribbon-cutting event was hosted by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. more

McKENZIE — The first of several downtown murals is complete. Allison Bowers of Gleason was commissioned to paint the mural based on the history of the 154-year old city. more

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 21) — The new Crooked Creek Wildlife Refuge in Carroll County is named in memory of Sergeant Lee Russell, who died in August 2022 while serving in the in the aviation division of the Tennessee Highway Patrol where he assisted with search and rescue, warrant execution, air cover, and more. more

McKENZIE (April 13) — The April monthly meeting of the City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council had a light agenda. Parks and Recreation Director Billy Hollowell stated the City’s pickleball court is moving closer to completion. The surface has been poured along with the necessary striping. By mid-May, the court should have had enough time to cure and then netting will be installed. more

The 2023 World’s Biggest Fish Fry begins with the main attractions as follows. more

HUNTINGDON (April 10) — During Monday’s April meeting of the Carroll County Commission, the legislative body was addressed by Lori Dillahunty representing the Carroll County Inclusion Park. Dillahunty spoke passionately about the need and the advantages of constructing the park. Through Resolution 4-06-2023, the county pledged $400,000 of American Rescue Plan Act Funds. The estimated cost of construction is between $725,000 and $750,000. more