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The passion to help children continues in Henry, Tennessee, through a non-profit organization that bears the name of its late founder.
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7/29/25
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WINGO (June 22) — Wingo Missionary Baptist Church congregation parents and grandparents honored seven recent high school graduates with lunch, scholarships and care packages for their college dorms.
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Courtesy Bertha Taylor
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7/29/25
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The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center announces the lineup for its 20th Season Education Series, continuing a proud tradition of enriching the lives of West Tennessee students through live theatre and performing arts.
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7/29/25
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Since opening in 2017, the McKenzie Splash Pad has become an oasis for local children. In the summer months, there’s no better place for kids to run around and play.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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At 5:45 a.m., before the sun has a chance to rise, the Refinery gym parking lot is full. On weekday mornings, the McKenzie gym becomes the most popular establishment in town.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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McKENZIE (July 26) — Webb School alumni and volunteers from McKenzie’s First Baptist Church joined forces to host a back-to-school drive at McKenzie’s historic Webb School.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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KERRVILLE, Texas — John Fordon, Huntingdon’s fire chief, has dedicated most of his professional life to helping those in need. When disastrous floods hit Kerr County on July 4, Chief Fordon was ready to get to work.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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McKENZIE (July 21) — Coach Keith Hodge and the McKenzie High School Rebels hosted the second annual Kids Football Camp Monday evening at the indoor practice facility.
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By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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People are always hesitant to admit their flaws or weaknesses.
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By Brittany Martin
brittany@mckenziebanner.com | 7/29/25 |
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HUNTINGDON (July 24) — Smokey Bear visited the Carroll County Library Thursday, along with Tennessee Department of Agriculture Forestry Aide Hunter Todd, to teach kids the importance of fire safety and wildfire prevention.
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By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 7/24/25 |
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HUNTINGDON (July 16) — Guest speaker Jack Holland shared stories from McKenzie’s history, from the city’s creation to moments from more recent memory, at the Huntingdon Historical Society (HSS) meeting on Wednesday.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/22/25 |
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MILAN (July 18) — Several local football teams gathered at First Baptist Church Friday as Tennessee Titans defensive back Gabe Jeudy-Lally spoke to the players about his journey in faith and football.
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By Davarion Gilbert
banner@mckenziebanner.com | 7/22/25 |
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McKENZIE — New signage along State Route 22, McKenzie marks the location of the newly renamed Sgt. Lee Russell/Carroll County Airport
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7/22/25
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McKENZIE (July 21) — Within a period of under one week, the entire playing surface of the McKenzie Middle School gymnasium was removed, its base floor repaired, all new playing surface was installed, sanded and stained, and new decals were added.
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By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 7/22/25 |
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McKENZIE (July 17) — Downtown summer music series Nights on Broadway continued Thursday with Crooked Creek. The local band entertained the crowd with an eclectic set, inspiring some to turn Banner Row into a dance floor.
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By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 7/18/25 |
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HUNTINGDON (July 17) — The Carroll County Library hosted its Summer Reading Finale Thursday, with a variety of activities throughout the library for more than 40 kids in attendance.
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By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 7/18/25 |
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McKENZIE (July 10-12) — Over three days, residents of Weakley and Carroll County saw over a hundred ultramarathon runners pass through in the early stages of an epic journey spanning the state.
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By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 7/15/25 |
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HUNTINGDON (July 14) — In what it considers one of its “most ambitious seasons ever,” the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center (DPAC) made its twentieth season announcement on social media Monday.
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7/15/25
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McKENZIE (July 8) — McKenzie Rotary Club started its new year by honoring the ladies in attendance, whether a member or visitor.
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7/15/25
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McKENZIE (July 11) — Carroll Arts concluded Creativity Camp: The Wonderland of Creativity on Friday, June 11, at McKenzie’s First Cumberland Presbyterian Church with a final showcase for students to present their week’s creations to their loved ones.
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By Lyndsey Summers
lsummers@mckenziebanner.com | 7/15/25 |