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The Civic Center has a new smooth parking lot thanks to a state grant.

Carroll County Civic Center Parking Lot Gets Resurfaced

HUNTINGDON (May 26) — After several years of deterioration, the Civic Center’s parking lot was resurfaced last week. more

5/27/25

(L to R) Dalton McKinney, Jack Hardwick, Taylor Gulledge, Chris Luci and Kylie Gulledge assisted Dana and Tan-Gee Deem, both Air Force veterans, place flags at Carroll Memorial Gardens.

Memorial Flags at Veterans’ Graves

It’s a tradition in McKenzie for veterans and volunteers to gather on Saturday and Sunday immediately before Memorial Day to place small American flags on the graves of American veterans. more

5/27/25

The basic frame of the new Taco Bell was in place on Memorial Day.

Taco Bell Taking Shape

McKENZIE (May 26) — The walls are up and the new Taco Bell in McKenzie is starting to take shape at the former location of Old West Steakhouse. more

By Brittany Martin
brittany@mckenziebanner.com | 5/27/25

Major General Tommy Baker was the featured speaker at the Huntingdon Memorial Day event.

Major General Tommy Baker Speaks at Huntingdon Memorial Day Event

HUNTINGDON (May 26) — Huntingdon honored those men and women of the military who sacrificed their life in service to the country on Memorial Day. more

5/27/25

Photo - Student Representatives to the Huntingdon School Board were administered the oath of office during the May 14 meeting. Student representatives Madison Dill (left) and Paige Costello (right) stand with Dr. Jonathan Kee, director of schools.

Huntingdon School Board Approves Strategic Plan

HUNTINGDON - The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education approved an updated five-year Strategic Plan for the years 2025-2029 during its May meeting. Dr. Jonathan Kee, … more

5/27/25

Wingo Resident Complains About Train Blocking Street

Wingo Circle resident Bertha Taylor phoned The Banner to issue a complaint about the CSX train blocking both entrances to the neighborhood of Wingo Circle one day last week. more

5/20/25

Milam is Featured Speaker at McKenzie’s Memorial Day Service

McKenzie is hosting its annual Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 26, 10 a.m. in Veterans Memorial Park in Downtown McKenzie. more

5/20/25

Odom Arrested in Henry County Homicide

The investigation by the Henry County Sheriff’s, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 24th Judicial District Attorney Office and Murfreesboro Police Department resulted in the arrest of a Henry County man on the charge of criminal homicide. more

5/20/25

Huntingdon JAG students and faculty cut the ribbon to mark the opening of Storybook Trail.

Huntingdon Students Create Storybook Trail at Kelley Complex

HUNTINGDON (May 14) — On Wednesday, Huntingdon High students taking part in JAG (Jobs of America’s Graduates) and serving as Mustang Mentor held a ribbon-cutting ceremony signifying the opening of Storybook Trail at Kelley Sports Complex. more

5/20/25

Carroll County Drug Roundup Leads to Indictments, Arrests

CARROLL COUNTY – A year-long undercover joint operation targeting illicit drug sales throughout Carroll County has resulted in more than a dozen indictments and arrests. more

5/13/25

Drug Task Force Special Agent Seriously Injured in On-Duty Accident

ATWOOD (May 7) — The West Tennessee Drug Task Force Board of Directors, Director and Chaplains is asking for prayers for one of their own. more

Courtesy Shannon McFarlin
Radio NWTN | 5/13/25

On Wednesday, May 7, Teresa S. Dillingham was involved in an accident on State Route 22.

McKenzie Woman Recovering From Traffic Accident

McKENZIE (May 7) — A McKenzie woman is recovering after a two-vehicle accident on State Route 22 on the afternoon of May 7. more

5/13/25

Hansel McCadams (left) is welcomed as McKenzie City Judge by Mayor Ryan Griffin (right).

McCadams Named McKenzie City Judge

McKENZIE (May 8) — On Thursday, during the monthly meeting of the McKenzie City Council, former District Attorney General, Hansel McCadams was named City Judge. more

5/13/25

Carroll County’s Republican Party Executive Committee - Walter Butler, Patricia Coleman, Lori Dillahunty, Darrell Ridgely, and Dr. Jay Phipps.

County Republicans Select Executive Committee

HUNTINGDON (March 25) — The Carroll County Republican Party convened on March 25 to select its leadership team. more

5/13/25

McKenzie (Tenn) Teachers of the Year: Ashley Lowe - McKenzie High School and Brandy Baumgardner - McKenzie Elementary School. Not pictured, Karlene Brown - McKenzie Middle School.

McKenzie Teachers, Staff Honored During Second Annual Appreciation Banquet

McKENZIE (May 5)—Teachers and staff members of McKenzie Special School District were honored for their service during the second annual appreciation dinner held at the Tennessee National Guard Armory in McKenzie. Mallard’s Restaurant catered the meal, and many area businesses provided financial support and gifts for the celebration. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 5/13/25

(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

Rural Fire Destroys Log Cabin

McKENZIE (May 4) — A log cabin, used as a hunting lodge, was completely destroyed Sunday evening on Seaboard Lane, McKenzie. 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

A statue of Sam Siegel stands in Bruceton as a memorial of his contributions to the town and surrounding area.

Siegel Topic of Huntingdon Historical Society Program

HUNTINGDON (April 16) — Bruceton’s Sam Siegel and the Henry I. Siegel Company were the topic of a program by guest speaker Linda Smothers at the Huntingdon Historical Society meeting Wednesday. more

4/22/25

Leadership Carroll County graduates were recognized during the forum. Graduates present were (L to R) Front Row: AJ Maxwell, Jordan Allen, Chris Finley, Hannah Belew and Natalie McMasters. Officials present for the photo were (L to R): Ryan Griffin, Mayor of McKenzie; Brad Hurley, President of the Carroll County Chamber; Congressman David Kustoff; Joseph Butler, Mayor of Carroll County; and Chad Edwards, Mayor of Huntingdon.

Congressman David Kustoff Visits County on Good Friday

HUNTINGDON (April 18) — Congressman David Kustoff (R-Germantown) spoke at a forum hosted by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce on April 18 at the Carroll County Shooting Park. more

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