Russell Bush Joins The Banner Team
September 15, 2026
Russell Bush, who has covered sports across Carroll County for more than 25 years, has joined The Banner team to provide coverage of Huntingdon athletics.
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West Carroll Junior High Homecoming, Eighth Grade Night
September 15, 2026
West Carroll Junior High held its 2026 Homecoming and Eighth Grade night on September 10, 2026, at the Atwood campus.
Brown Claims Third Straight Carroll Lake Club Championship
September 15, 2026
McKENZIE (September 13) — Ace Brown captured his third consecutive Carroll Lake Golf Club men’s club championship, continuing a remarkable run at the McKenzie course.
Whiteside, Meggs Named Mr., Miss Huntingdon
September 15, 2026
HUNTINGDON (September 11) — Bryson Whiteside and Katherine Meggs were named Mr. and Miss Huntingdon during the homecoming pep rally on the Carroll County courthouse square in downtown Huntingdon on Friday, September 11. Mr. and Miss Huntingdon are selected by a vote of the…
Hodge, Cary Medal for Huntingdon at USJ Meet
September 15, 2026
Huntingdon’s Derek Hodge and Kaylen Cary both earned medals at the USJ meet on September 10.
Dr. Delecia Parker Named Dean of Health Sciences
September 15, 2026
McKENZIE (September 10) — Bethel University has named Dr. Delecia Parker dean of the College of Health Sciences. Parker, who has served the University for 15 years as a nursing faculty member, department director and interim dean, now provides permanent leadership for Bethel's growing health care programs.
Cash Express Honors McKenzie’s First Responders
September 11, 2026
McKENZIE (September 11) — On Friday, Cash Express honored McKenzie Police (MPD), McKenzie Fire & Rescue (MFD), and Baptist-Carroll County Ambulance first responders with cakes decorated with the American flag and cards signed by McKenzie businesses thanking them for their…
Matt Aird Named Paul Harris Fellow
September 8, 2026
McKENZIE — Matt Aird was recently recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow, the highest recognition bestowed by a Rotarian. The recognition was given in Aird’s honor by his wife, Misty Aird, who also had the honor of pinning her husband during the presentation. Club vice president and Foundation Chairman Jason R. Martin presented Aird with the Paul Harris Fellow certificate.
Bethel University Chaplain Promoted to Lieutenant Commander in the Navy
September 8, 2026
Jessica Burns assists in the promotion ceremony of her husband, Garrett Burns.
Dresden Senior Honored for Military Commitment
September 8, 2026
DRESDEN (September 4) — Dresden High School senior and football player Ignacio Becerra was recognized before Friday’s game against West Carroll for enlisting in the Army National Guard. Recruiters joined Becerra on the field for a ceremonial swearing-in. Head Coach Justin Cruse…
Lynn Compton Provides a Glimpse at Carroll County’s Century-Long History of Electricity
September 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 19) — Lynn Compton spoke to the Huntingdon Historical Society Wednesday about the history of electricity in Carroll County. Compton served as the second general manager of the Carroll County Electric Department, following in the footsteps of mentor Charlie Francisco. He joined the electric department at 19 and “climbed poles” for 13 years before moving up in rank. He served as the general manager for 26 years before retiring.
Scott Recognized for His Years of Service
September 1, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 27) — Carroll County Road Supervisor Ricky Scott was recently honored with a retirement luncheon celebrating his 38 years of service to Carroll County.
New Portrait of Hal Holbrook Unveiled at The Dixie PAC
August 25, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — The legacy of the late actor Hal Holbrook has been immortalized in a new oil portrait, unveiled Wednesday, August 19, at the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center. The painting, created by artist and former art professor Lindon Noe, now hangs in the Center, serving as a companion piece to an existing portrait of Holbrook’s wife, the late Dixie Carter-Holbrook.
Dr. Lee Carter is New TSBA President
August 21, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 19) — Dr. Lee Carter is now the president of the Tennessee School Board Association (TSBA). Dr. Carter announced his new role to the Huntingdon Special School District (HSSD) Board of Education during its August meeting.
Carroll County Fair Hosts Annual Dog Show
August 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 15) — The annual Carroll County Fair Dog Show was Saturday morning in the civic center. There were 13 dogs competing in 15 categories. Stella Higdon, the newly-crowned Carroll County Fairest of the Fair, presented trophies and ribbons to the winners.
Senior Day at the Carroll County Fair
August 18, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 13) — The Carroll County Civic Center was the place for senior citizens on Thursday during the annual Senior Citizen Day.
Tennessee Trees Inspire Mona Batchelor’s Debut Children’s Novel
August 17, 2026
In Mona Martin Batchelor's debut children's novel, "Nora T and the Champion Tree," the retired McKenzie High School librarian uses the Tennessee Champion Tree Program to teach young readers about environmental stewardship, family traditions and the power one person has to make a…
Huntingdon Native Helps Navy’s Submarine Force Stay Mission-Ready
August 13, 2026
SILVERDALE, Wash. - Petty Officer 1st Class Benjamin Colvett, a native of Huntingdon, Tenn., serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Trident Refit Facility Bangor (TRFB) at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., the homeport of West Coast ballistic-missile and guided-missile submarines.
Dr. Jay Phipps Named Tennessee Pharmacist of the Year
August 10, 2026
NASHVILLE (July 10) — Dr. Jay Phipps is the 2026 Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year, the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) recently announced. The Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year Award is one of TPA’s highest honors recognizing a pharmacist who has distinguished the…
Blackburn Inducted into USA/ASA Tennessee Hall of Fame
August 7, 2026
LEBANON (August 1) — Greg Blackburn of McKenzie was inducted Saturday into the USA Softball/Amateur Softball Association (ASA) Tennessee Hall of Fame for his 35-year career as coach/sponsor of the Jean Shoppe men's slow pitch softball team, which yielded ten world tournament wins…
