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The Hudson Family: The long tradition of Bethel students continues since 2006. (L to R): Ellen Hudson Clark — BS in Biology ‘12; Michael Hudson — BS in Biology ‘18; Trent Hudson (dad)- BS in Psychology ‘13; Alyssa Hudson — BS in Biology ‘24; Sherrye Hudson — MSCJ ‘13; Kelsey Hudson (daughter-in-law) — BS in Psychology ‘20; Matthew Hudson — BS in Biology ‘19; Trent’s sister — Jill Hudson Scott — BS in Biology ‘96 and MAT ‘03, and her son, Hansford, a current Bethel student. Not pictured: Jacob Hudson — BS in Computer Information Systems ‘11. Several years, there were at least three Hudsons enrolled at the same time.

Bethel University Confers 347 Degrees During Spring Commencement Ceremony

McKENZIE (May 4) — Bethel University conferred 347 degrees in associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s levels. more

5/7/24

(L to R) Front Row: Kyle Atkins, representing his late father, Dr. Jerry Atkins; Sevelte Gilbert; Pam Joyner; Debbie Cathy; and Linda Wicker. Back Row: Ellen Argo; Chuck Wallace; Jenny Miller; and Mark Dillahunty.

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts 2024 Class

HUNTINGDON (May 4) — The Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors inducted its twenty-second class of members during a celebration on Saturday, May 4 at the Carroll County Civic Center. Nine members were inducted and 10 high school seniors were recognized for their athletic and academic accomplishments. more

5/7/24

First Responders Receive The Star of Life Award

A group of first responders in Carroll County were honored for their fast and efficient response and care for victims of an automobile accident. The group was honored by the Children’s Emergency Care Alliance of Tennessee more

5/7/24

The ribbon was cut for the new Behavioral and Mental Health Department at Hometown Health Clinic in McKenzie. The medical providers and staff, and members of the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce participated in the event.

Hometown Health Clinic Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Behavioral Health Department

McKENZIE (April 23) — Hometown Health Clinic, Hospital Drive, McKenzie hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Behavioral and Mental Health Department on Tuesday, April 23. The event was coordinated through the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce. more

4/30/24

Garrett Captures 2024 Lowrance Bassmaster Elite at Harris Chain

LEESBURG, Fla. — Former Bethel University standout John Garrett captured the 2024 Lowrance Bassmaster Elite at Harris Chain Monday. Garrett weighed in with a total of 84 lbs.-5 ounces. more

4/23/24

Paige Costello recently completed the 4-H Master Horse Program.

Carroll County 4-H Student Completes Horse Program

Carroll County 4-Her, Paige Costello, 16, completed the Tennessee Master Horse program this spring. According to the UT Horse website, the driving force behind the Tennessee Master Horse Program (TMHP) is to raise the level of education and improve overall success of horse owners and producers within the state. more

4/23/24

Annie Francis 'Rusty' Dean Celebrates 100th Birthday

BRENTWOOD — Annie Frances “Rusty” Dean of Brentwood, Tenn. will celebrate her 100th birthday on April 24, 2024. more

4/23/24

Jonathan Kee Honored by Tennessee Music Teachers

Dr. Jonathan Kee, director of schools with the Huntingdon Special School District, was honored as the Tennessee Music Educator Association’s Outstanding District Administrator of the Year. more

4/23/24

Dr. Mark Smith is joined by his wife, Amy, and daughter, Hadley.

Mark Smith Competes in Boston Marathon

BOSTON (April 15) — McKenzie’s Mark Smith participated in the 128th Boston Marathon and completed the 26.2-mile race in less than three hours with an average pace of 6:49 per mile. This is an incredible feat considering that the average marathon time for men is approximately 4 hours and 21 minutes, and for women is around 4 hours and 48 minutes. more

Courtesy Kirsten Sass | 4/23/24

Celebrity Waiters 2024 (L to R) Front Row: Kodia Johnson, CB&T; Nina Smothers, Huntingdon Mayor; Ashley Bell, Urban Trading Company and Bell Farms; Kim Bell-Webb, representing Webb School Alumni Association, Inc; Brittany Gowan, Gift Grove; Natalie Porter, Register of Deeds; Monica Heath, Executive Director of the McKenzie Chamber and Industrial Development Board; and Susan Breeden, BMH-Carroll County. Back Row: Ken Heron, WJLI radio station out of Paducah — JC & Ken Show; David Thomas, S & S Insurance; Curt Lumley, Hollow Rock Fire Dept.; Allison Maxey, Huntingdon Health and Rehab; Ryan Griffin, McKenzie Mayor; Carl Byars, Emcee; and Drew Beeler, Hometown Hangout. Not Pictured: Braden Maddox, First Bank.

Celebrity Waiter Event Benefits Cancer Society

HUNTINGDON (April 16) — Carroll County Relay For Life teams, spearheaded by the Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County’s Relay Team hosted the Celebrity Waiter Dinner to raise funds to benefit the American Cancer Society. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 4/23/24

Dr. Julie Hill of Union City (left) and Stacie Freeman of Dresden were named among the 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee during an April 9 ceremony in Jackson.

Local Nonprofit Co-Founders Among Most Influential in West Tennessee

JACKSON (April 9) — Dr. Julie Hill and Stacie Freeman, MSSW, were honored by the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women as winners of Sterling Awards 2024: 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee. more

4/16/24

Greenfield’s Tess Darby Extends Career as Lady Vol

Lady Vols basketball is thrilled to announce the return of guard Tess Darby. more

By Dr. Joshua Greer
banner@mckenziebanner.com | 4/16/24

Peyton Whitsell celebrates after a successful toss of the ring in the ring toss game.

County’s Students Participate in Special Olympics

HUNTINGDON (April 12) — Students with intellectual disabilities from the county’s five special school districts displayed their prowess in sporting events during Special Olympics held at Huntingdon’s Paul Ward Stadium on Friday, April 12. more

4/16/24

Miss McKenzie — Brett Toombs is the 18-year old daughter of Casey and Johnna Toombs. Brett plans to attend the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and pursue a career as a Child Life Specialist.

McKenzie Beauty Review Winners

McKenzie Marching Rebels hosted the annual McKenzie Beauty Reviews on Saturday, April 6 at Bethel University’s Bouldin Auditorium. more

4/9/24

Jeremy Pate was honored for 25 Years of Safe Driving by UPS on March 28. He is joined by his family, Lydia, Gina, Emma and Sydney.

Jeremy Pate Honored for 25 Years of Safe Driving

PARIS (March 28) — Jeremy Pate was honored for 25 years of safe driving with United Parcel Service during a brief ceremony at the Paris Tennessee distribution center. Pate, a McKenzie resident, his wife Gina, and girls, Emma, Sydney and Lydia were in attendance. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 4/2/24

Easter Art Gallery

3/26/24

Ava Mae Warman Wins DECA, Essay Contests

McKENZIE — Ava Mae Warman, a senior at McKenzie High School was the recent winner of two state awards. more

3/26/24

Approximately 2,000 of the eggs were dropped from a helicopter as the eager hunters of eggs awaited their turn.

Third Annual McKenzie Chamber Egg Hunt was Great Success

McKenzie (March 23) — McKenzie City Park was filled with excitement as children from throughout West Tennessee gathered for the third annual McKenzie Chamber of Commerce’s Easter Egg Drop. more

3/26/24

Niece’s Collection — T. J. Heard of Jackson shows Huntingdon Mayor Nina Smothers some of the homemade jewelry offered by the shop.

The Dixie Hosts Third Annual Designing Womens Curated Market

HUNTINGDON (March 15) — Downtown Huntingdon was filled as ladies shopped the third annual Dixie Carter Designing Women Curated Market on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16. more

3/19/24

Optometry Field is Changing

Dr. Brooke Spivey spoke to the McKenzie Rotary Club about the innovative changes occurring in the field of optometry. more

3/19/24