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(L to R) Standing: James Morrissett, Donnie Hall and Dale Strickland. Seated: Joel Washburn, Robin Smothers Markham, Anna Trull, Mike Limbaugh and Josh Wolfe.

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts 23rd Class of Members

CARROLL COUNTY (May 3) — The Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame enshrined its 23rd annual members during a banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center on May 3. more

5/6/25

Allie Chappell from McKenzie graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. Allie wears the feet of Rowdy, the school mascot. Allie secretly served as the Wildcat mascot.

Bethel University Confers Degrees During Spring Commencement

McKENZIE (May 3) — Bethel University celebrated the achievements of approximately 300 graduates during its Spring Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. in Crisp Arena. A total of 322 candidates for degrees were listed in the commencement program. more

5/6/25

General Sessions Judge Michael King was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club of McKenzie. Pictured are Judge King with Rotary President Christy Williams and Rotary Vice President Ricky Price.

Judge King Speaks to Rotarians

McKENZIE — Carroll County General Sessions Judge Michael King was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club of McKenzie on April 15. more

4/29/25

First graders (L to R) Kenson Keymon, Livaeh Harrell and Lucas Edwards showing some of the donated items.

West Carroll Primary Joins Forces with United Neighbors to Give Back

West Carroll Primary School is proving that even small hands can make a big difference. more

4/22/25

McKenzie High School FBLA state competitors (L to R) Front Row: Olivia Pate, Addi Davis and Carleigh Lunn. Back Row: Tobey Brooks, Brody Berryhill, Aleecia Williams, Carlton Townes, Gracie Aird and Sophie Cole.

MHS FBLA Excels at State Competition

CHATANOOGA (April 6-9) — The McKenzie High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) recently competed at the state competition. more

4/22/25

The 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee, including the Outstanding Woman Military Veteran and the Sue Shelton White Award recipients.

Carroll Countians Recognized Among 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee

JACKSON (April 15) — On Tuesday, the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women (JABPW) hosted the 2025 Sterling Awards recognizing the 20 Most Influential Women in West Tennessee, the Outstanding Woman Military Veteran and the Sue Shelton White Award recipient. more

4/22/25

The view from the ferris wheel of Overflow Church’s Easter Community Carnival.

Overflow Hosts Annual Community Carnival

McKENZIE (April 19) — Each year Overflow Church hosts a free community Easter Carnival. This year was no exception. more

4/22/25

McKenzie Middle School Hosts Honors Banquet

McKENZIE (April 15) — McKenzie Middle School hosted its annual Honors Banquet Tuesday evening, sponsored by the McKenzie Rotary Club. more

By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 4/22/25

McKenzie Beauty Pageants

4/22/25

The MSSD began the retreat with breakfast at the central office. Pictured are (L to R): Spiros Roditis, Karen Fowler, Misty Aird, LaShonda Williams, Chad Brown, Director of Schools Dr. Justin Barden, George Cassidy and Bobby Young.

McKenzie School Board Tours Schools, Discusses Issues

McKENZIE (April 19) — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education held a retreat Saturday morning to discuss a wide variety of issues, assess needs and prioritize actions for the short- to midterm future. more

By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 4/22/25

Airport Now Honors Memory Of Sergeant Lee Russell

HUNTINGDON (April 14) — The county airport is now the Sgt. Lee Russell Carroll County Airport. With a unanimous vote, the Carroll County Commission approved Resolution 4-11-25, naming the airport in honor of the late Tennessee State Trooper. Sgt. Russell tragically died in a helicopter crash while on duty in August 2022. more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 4/22/25

Pre-K students (L to R) Willow Pate, Kaison Kirby and Fernanda Hernandez hold ducklings they help raise in the classroom.

Pre-K Raises Ducklings, Grows Small Gardens

McKENZIE (April 17) — McKenzie Elementary Pre-K students are getting hands-on experience while learning about the life cycle thanks to a $500 Ag in the Classroom grant from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. more

By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 4/22/25

West Carroll High School FCCLA members (L to R): Summer Spain, Jada Bradshaw, Linda Murphy, Brilye Mueller, Karma Wilkey and Sasa Lane.

West Carroll FCCLA Students Earn Honors at State Conference

Six West Carroll High School students recently represented their school at the 79th Annual FCCLA State Leadership Conference held in Chattanooga, marking the first time this chapter has competed at the state level. more

4/15/25

Pictured are (L to R): Director of Schools Dr. Justin Barden, School Board Chairman LaShonda Williams, school board members Bobby Young and Misty Aird, Gränges Recruiter and Retention Specialist Rachel Carter, Gränges Senior HR Generalist Hannah Barger, MHS Baseball Coach Chris Wall, Gränges HR Manager Brooklyn Napier and MHS Principal Kelly Spivey.

Gränges Donates to McKenzie Schools

McKENZIE (April 11) — Gränges Americas Inc. made a donation to McKenzie Special School District Friday, part of a series of donations to area schools. more

4/15/25

Kellen Finley, a McKenzie High School FFA student, sells live plants to Kevan King, a computer tech at the school.

McKenzie FFA Hosts Live Plant Sale

McKenzie FFA, Hollow Rock-Bruceton, West Carroll and Huntingdon all held live plant sales at the related schools. more

4/15/25

Michael Avery and Tosha Gurley of Southland Safari Cabins and Guided Tours of Clarksburg with Kasey Muench, executive director of Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association. Southland earned Top Attraction. Avery also earned a separate award.

Inaugural Cornerstone Tourism Awards Celebrate Excellence

HUNTINGDON — The Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association (NWTTA) hosted its first-ever Cornerstone Tourism Awards on April 3, 2025, at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center — an unforgettable evening celebrating the people, businesses, and organizations that make Northwest Tennessee a must-visit destination. more

4/15/25

Sophie Beasley is Miss Gleason 2025

GLEASON (April 12) — Sophie Beasley is Miss Gleason 2025. She is the daughter of Mike and Jennifer Beasley of Gleason. The event was held at Gleason School and sponsored by the GHS Class of 2027. more

4/15/25

Easter Art Gallery

4/15/25

(L to R): Teressia Tidwell, Brittany Smith, Virginia Douglas, Allison Hargrove, Cami Furr, Mayor Joseph Butler, Dr. Valerie Allen, Emily Rushing, Megan Webb, and Lindsey Box-Rotger.

Carroll County Celebrates National Public Health Week with Dedication to Community Well-Being

In recognition of National Public Health Week, Carroll County Mayor Joseph Butler signed a proclamation celebrating the importance of public health and honoring those who work to improve the health and well-being of our communities. more

4/15/25

The Jackson Classical Conversations Challenge B community was one of three teams of homeschool students to participate in mock trials at the Carroll County Courthouse. Pictured are (L to R): Avonlea Banks, Katheryn Burns (of McKenzie), Ezra Pond, Marie Hoover, Judge Brent Bradberry, Elyse Voorhis, Levi Dahl, Nora Reini and Jessica Burns (of McKenzie, director of the Jackson Challenge B community.

Mock Trials Held at Carroll County Courthouse

HUNTINGDON (April 11) — Eighth grade home school students from Classical Conversations Challenge B held a series of mock trials at the Carroll County Courthouse today with Judge Brent Bradberry presiding and educating the students about the legal process. more

By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 4/15/25