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Haddocks to Celebrate Golden Anniversary

McKENZIE — Leroy and Brenda Haddock of McKenzie are celebrating their fiftieth wedding anniversary at 2 p.m. on April 17, 2021 at a reception at the New Valley Event Venue, 189 New Valley Road, Gleason. The event is hosted by Lee Travis, Kerrigan Estes and Betty Vawter. more

4/13/21

Devon Williams, Kathy Howell, Cindy Holladay, and Kenneth Todd of the Clerk and Master’s Office of the Carroll County Chancery Court.

Cindy Holladay Retires From Clerk and Master’s Office

HUNTINGDON (March 2) — A parade, a giant American flag hoisted on the ladder of Huntingdon Fire Department ladder truck, and gifts were the fare of the day for Cindy Holladay, the longest-serving employee of the County of Carroll, who retired recently. Huntingdon Mayor Dale Kelley represented a resolution naming the day as Cindy Holladay Day in Huntingdon. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 3/16/21

Beamon is New Administrator at Harmony Hill

HUNTINGDON (March 1) — Brandi Beamon is the new administrator at Harmony Hill assisted living in Huntingdon. more

3/16/21

Tommy Horton is the barber/owner of Clean Kutz and loves the creativity of pleasing his customers.

Clean Kutz Barber Shop

McKENZIE — When one job opportunity ended, another career began for Tommy Horton, owner of Clean Kutz barber shop. Horton, a native McKenzian, worked at New Generations Furniture Company when it closed. He then bounced around factory to factory when he decided to become his own boss and own his own company. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 2/17/21

Desmond Taylor at his barber’s chair. A photo of the barbershop’s namesake, Harold Howard, hangs on the wall at the workstation.

Howard’s Barber Shop

HUNTINGDON — Desmond Taylor is continuing a family tradition of barbering. From his 13340 Paris Street location, Taylor cuts men’s hair just as his late great-uncle, Harold Howard did. The name of the barber shop continues to bear the name of Mr. Howard. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 2/17/21

Baptist Radiology Team is ACR Mammography Accredited.

Baptist Hospital Radiology Receives ACR Mammography Accreditation

Baptist Memorial Hospital — Carroll County Radiology team earned the ACR Mammo Accreditation.ACR Accreditation is recognized as the gold standard in medical imaging and helps assure patients … more

2/17/21

Weltonette Taylor cuts the ribbon at The Fellowship Hall. Pictured are (L to R): Jennifer Waldrup, McKenzie City Recorder; Amber Johnson, Amber’s Boutique; Pamela Hannah, Pamela’s Place; Weltonette (holding Jenesis Taylor); Jermaine Taylor; Councilman Bobby Young; Mayor Jill Holland; Daniel Hollowell, Maddox Insurance; and Joe Neumair, McKenzie Banking Company. Photo by Brad Sam/The Banner

The Fellowship Hall Hosts Ribbon-Cutting

McKENZIE (January 29) — A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Friday afternoon at The Fellowship Hall ahead of its Saturday grand opening. Owner-operators Weltonette and Jermaine Taylor welcomed community and business leaders, including Mayor Jill Holland, into the venue at 150 Broadway for a sneak peak at the various services offered at the new business. more

2/3/21

Felicia Boyd in front of her new business, Expressions Tanning Salon on Walnut Avenue.

Expressions Tanning Salon, Kiddie Kingdom Christian Academy

McKENZIE — Felicia Boyd operates two businesses in McKenzie — one in the much-needed service of daycare and another new venture, Expressions Tanning Salon. more

2/3/21

Weakley County General Sessions Judge Tommy Moore administers the oath of office as a new attorney to James Russell Washburn.

Washburn Takes Oath As Attorney

DRESDEN (December 29) — Dresden native James Russell Washburn completed his journey to become an attorney at law Tuesday, December 29, when he was administered the oath of office by Weakley … more

1/5/21

Louise Scates to Turn 100 Monday

McKENZIE — Louise Scates celebrates her 100th birthday Monday.Rebecca Louise Yates was born January 11, 1921 in Trezevant to William McKinley Yates and Nina Rebecca Yancey.She graduated from … more

1/5/21

Joe and Denise Sam are the owners of McKenzie Station Bar and Grill.

McKenzie Station Bar and Grill Now Open Downtown

Residents of McKenzie have a new dining option in historic downtown since the November 17 opening of McKenzie Station Bar and Grill, a family-friendly restaurant with a full-service bar.Located at 5 … more

12/29/20

Luke Rawls, owner of the new Rivals Sports Bar and Grill.

Rivals Sports Bar and Grill Opens Thursday

McKENZIE — The 92-seat Rivals Sports Bar and Grill opens in McKenzie on New Year’s Eve - just in time to ring in the new year. It is located at 1916 Cedar Street.Luke and Erica Rawls are … more

12/29/20

Spivey Receives Peggy B. Remke Memorial Endowed Scholarship at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis

MEMPHIS (December 16) — Brooke Spivey of McKenzie was recently honored with Peggy B. Remke Memorial Endowed Scholarship at Southern College of Optometry. Recipients must be a Tennessee resident … more

12/22/20

Sylvias Celebrate Golden Anniversary

Bill and Lois Sylvia of McKenzie quietly celebrated their fiftieth anniversary October 17, 2020 at Liberty Christian Retreat.They married October 17, 1970 at Calvary Baptist Church in Modesto, … more

10/21/20

Birthday Party Donations — Attendees are: Cody Partridge, Allie Harris, Erin Lock, Kiley Crossno, Claudia Williams, Brylee Robertson, Wiley Kee, Millie Luther, April Reindl, Mia Villalobos, McKinley Spellings, Harley Chandler, and Kinslee Robertson.

Brylee Robertson Asks for Food Donations for Birthday

Brylee Robertson’s grandmother, Patricia Robertson, died April 22, 2020. So this year for Brylee’s 11th birthday on August 31, she wanted to do something special for her Nana Pat. She … more

10/6/20

2020-21 Tennessee Teacher of the Year Kami Lunsford

West Carroll Graduate is Tennessee Teacher of the Year

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Education announced Kami Lunsford, a 14-year music teacher from Karns Middle School, is the 2020-21 Tennessee Teacher of the Year. The West Carroll High … more

9/22/20

West Carroll Graduate is State’s Teacher of the Year

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Education announced Kami Lunsford, a 14-year music teacher from Karns Middle School, is the 2020-21 Tennessee Teacher of the Year. The West Carroll High … more

9/15/20

(L to R) RDML Mike Curran (provided the oath), CDR Brent Summers, and CAPT Doug MacKenzie (pinned on new rank).

LCDR Brent Summers Promoted to Commander

Commander Brent L. Summers, U.S. Navy, son of Linda and the late Roger Summers, brother of Tommy Summers and Susan Muzzall, is a 1998 McKenzie High School graduate, a 2002 UT Martin graduate and … more

9/15/20

At 100 in 2015, Lanier Mabry (foreground) and the late Sue Kelley, both were teachers and lifelong friends.

Lanier Mabry To Celebrate 105th Birthday

McKENZIE — Retired elementary school teacher Lanier Mabry is celebrating her 105th birthday today, September 8 at AHC-McKenzie.She taught for 39 years at McKenzie Elementary School and retired … more

9/8/20

Yogesh, Baker to Wed

Dr. and Mrs. Kumar Yogesh and Major General and Mrs. Tommy Baker are pleased to announce the engagement and soon-to-be marriage of their children, Niti Patel Yogesh and Cody Lee Baker.Growing up, … more

8/25/20