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McKenzie Rotary President Jason R. Martin (right) is presented a certificate by District Governor Betty Burchett (right).

McKenzie Rotary Recognized for Achievements

JACKSON (June 8) — The McKenzie Rotary Club was recognized at the annual Rotary District 6760 Conference. more

6/18/24

McKenzie High School Golf Hosts Par 3 Tournament

The MHS Golf Team held its Par 3 Extravaganza golf tournament on a hot Saturday, June 15 at the Carroll Lake Golf Club, which serves as their course for home golf matches. more

6/18/24

Pictured with Ava Mae is MHSAA Vice President Drew Beeler (MHS Class of 2020), who presented her with the award during Awards Day at MHS on May 10.

Warman Receives Alumni Association Scholarship

The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) presented senior Ava Mae Warman, MHS Class of 2024, with a scholarship in the amount of $1000. This is the first year for the scholarship to be awarded. more

6/18/24

Dr. Forbess with the shark attack victim, Lulu Gribbin.

Dr. Ryan Forbess Treats Patient After Shark Attack

Two Mountain Brook, Alabama teens are recovering after a brutal shark attack at Rosemary Beach in Walton County, Florida. The Birmingham area and communities beyond have been offering their support for the girls. more

From WVTM TV | 6/18/24

Natalie Gurley holds the 7-month-old albino kangaroo during an event at Hometown Hangout.

Albino Kangaroo Gets Name ‘Rebel’

McKENZIE (June 15) — An albino male kangaroo, born at Southland Safari in Clarksburg, has a new name, “Rebel.” Southland Safari is owned by Chris and Tosha Gurley. The seven-month-old kangaroo was born as an albino, a rare occasion. It’s parents are both gray kangaroos. more

6/18/24

Sherri Brawner with Lee Lawrence, School Principal when she earned Teacher of the Year for Weakley County in December 2023. She is now a finalist for Teacher of the Year for the West Tennessee division of Tennessee.

Sherri Brawner is Finalist For Teacher of the Year

GLEASON — Sherri Brawner, third grade teacher at Gleason Schools, is one of nine teachers in Tennessee vying for the distinction of Teacher of the Year. There are three finalist from each grand division of the state — West, Middle and East. Each now advances to the interview portion of competition in mid-June. more

6/18/24

Daniel Capua Welcomed As New MHS Band Director

McKENZIE (June 14) —Daniel Capua is the new band director for the McKenzie Middle School and McKenzie High School band programs. Capua is a 2024 graduate of UT-Martin, where he was in the marching band and served as field commander. He is a graduate of Westview High School. more

6/18/24

A drone’s eye view of the fishing tournament.

'Casting For A Cure' Fishing Tournament

McKENZIE (June 15) — Children, newborn to age 15 participated in the Casting For a Cure fishing tournament at McKenzie City Park on Saturday, June 15. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 6/18/24

Roughly 8,400 sq.ft. of sod was laid down in 25 minutes by dozens of volunteers.

Volunteers Lay Sod at Inclusion Park on Monday

HUNTINGDON (June 17) — Dozens of volunteers from all over Carroll County gathered at Carroll County Inclusion Park on Monday to help lay 17 pallets of sod (8,400 sq. ft.) in roughly 25 minutes around the perimeter of the playground to help reduce erosion. more

6/18/24

Congressman Kustoff visits the Normandy American Cemetery in Normandy.

Congressman Kustoff Visits Normandy, Paris to Mark 80th Anniversary of D-Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) recently traveled to Normandy and Paris to mark the 80th Anniversary of D-Day and honor our greatest generation. more

6/11/24

Fletcher Holt with his great-grandmother, Faye Jones at the Spring Fling.

Great-Grandmother Shows True Dedication

Faye Jones proved to be a dedicated Rebels baseball fan. Jones, age 92, great-grandmother of Fletcher Holt, attended the TSSAA State Championship Series. more

6/11/24

Sergeant Jonathan McDowell with Gleason P.D., Michella Wilson, librarian, and Mayor Charles Anderson at the open house of the newly renovated Gleason Memorial Library.

Gleason Library Reopens After Wall Collapse

GLEASON (June 8) — Community members welcomed the reopening of the Gleason Memorial Library after a 10-month closure due to a wall collapsing. more

6/11/24

Jackson Symphony Opens Nights on Broadway

McKENZIE — The Jackson Symphony — Symphony on the Move was the opening event for the annual series Nights on Broadway on Friday. The small ensemble of musicians provided jazz music for an appreciative audience, who were seated in Veterans Park. more

6/11/24

McKenzie Rotarians gather in fellowship after being presented as Paul Harris Fellows. Past District 6760 Governor and Rotary Foundation Chair Bob Huffman (left) took part in the ceremony.

McKenzie Rotary Recognizes Members as Paul Harris Fellows

McKENZIE (June 4) — The McKenzie Rotary continued its stellar year by recognizing 22 of its 45 members as Paul Harris Fellows. more

6/11/24

Magician Barry Mitchell Brings Show to Carroll County Library

HUNTINGDON (June 7) — Barry Mitchell and Sam the Turtle entertained children at the Carroll County Library on Friday, June 7, 2 p.m. as part of the summer reading program. more

6/11/24

(L to R): Mike and Lori Ferguson with Kathy Birdwell were spotted at Concord Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday.

Lori Ferguson Gives Heartfelt Thanks

I want to tell my small town and county family, friends, and churches how grateful I am for the thoughts and prayers. I had an aneurysm four weeks ago while vacationing in Florida. It was never what I expected. more

6/11/24

Tennessee’s Hunter Ensley (9) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run during the NCAA baseball tournament Knoxville Super Regional game between Tennessee and Evansville held at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on Friday, June 7, 2024.

Huntingdon’s Ensley Back in the College World Series

KNOXVILLE (June 9) — With the win over Evansville on Sunday night in the super regional round, the UT Knoxville Vols baseball team notched a spot in the College World Series. The three-game series advanced the Vols to their first back-to-back appearance in Omaha. more

6/11/24

Willie Huffman is Retiring from TCAT-McKenzie, Paris

Two retirement receptions are scheduled for Willie Huffman, who is retiring as President of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Henry/Carroll. The receptions are 2-4 p.m. Monday, June 17, at the TCAT in Paris and from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the TCAT in McKenzie. more

6/11/24

The tuition and fee proposals to be considered by the Board of Regents June 13.

Tennessee Board of Regents to Consider Tuition, Fee Increases

NASHVILLE (May 29, 2024) — At its June 13 quarterly meeting, the Tennessee Board of Regents will consider tuition and mandatory fee increases totaling 4.88 percent at the state’s technical colleges and from 4.58 to 5.37 percent (an average of 5.2 percent) at the community colleges, under recommendations approved today by the board’s Finance and Business Operations Committee. more

6/4/24

Carroll County Inclusion Park to Hold Photo Contest

The Carroll County Inclusion Park is looking for photos of you or your child with their certified service animal. more

6/4/24