Welcome to our new web site!

To give our readers a chance to experience all that our new website has to offer, we have made all content freely avaiable, through October 1, 2018.

During this time, print and digital subscribers will not need to log in to view our stories or e-editions.

Calendar 5-9-23

Posted

West Carroll High School to Host Wrestling Fundraiser
The West Carroll High School Football program is hosting a Memphis Wrestling Fundraiser at the high school, 760 Hwy 77 in Atwood, Tenn., on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission or $15 for ringside. Tickets can be purchased at the door, through Head Coach Clayton Morris, or a West Carroll football player. For more information, contact West Carroll High School 731-662-7116.

Cakewalk, Dinner, Cake Auction at McKenzie Senior Center
Saturday, May 13, Dinner at 5 p.m. Cost is $5 and includes 3 tacos, beans, and iced tea.
The cake auction is at 5:45 p.m. and cake walk at 6 p.m., the cost is $5.
Music is provided by Steve Bomar and friends. The auctioneer is David Bates.

Carroll County Schools Graduations
West Carroll — Thursday, May 11, 7 p.m.
Clarksburg — Friday, May 12, 7 p.m.
Hollow Rock – Bruceton — Friday, May 12, 7:30 p.m.
Huntingdon — Saturday, May 13, 6 p.m.
McKenzie — Sunday, May 14, 3 p.m.
Information provided by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce.

Carroll County E911 Budget Committee to Meet
The Carroll County E911 Budget Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 17 at 11 a.m. at 200 Norandal Drive, Huntingdon (training room at the sheriff’s office).

McKenzie Chamber, Industry Banquet June 20
The McKenzie Chamber of Commerce and Industry Banquet is Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the Venue at Waddell Place at 894 Joy Sparks Road in McKenzie, Tenn. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $40 for Chamber members, $60 for Non-Members and $250 for a table of 8 seats. During the event, awards will be presented to members for the Business Person of the Year, Business of the Year and Non-Profit of the Year. Members are encouraged to attend. The keynote speaker will be Kyle Spurgeon, President and CEO of the Jackson, Tenn. Chamber. For more information about this event or joining the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce, contact Monica Heath 731-352-2004.

Macedonia Fire Department Fish Plates
Macedonia Fire Department, District 10, is hosting a fish plate dinner, Saturday, May 13, 3 to 6 p.m. Plates are $12 and includes fish, beans, fries, slaw, drink and dessert. The dinner is at 4680 Highway 423, McKenzie.

NWTN Directors to Meet
The Board of Directors of Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council meets Friday, May 19, 10 a.m. at the McKenzie Central Office, 938 Walnut Avenue, West, McKenzie. The meeting is also available virtually by Zoom.

TIFFANY Live In Concert
An 80s Pop Icon comes to McKenzie! TIFFANY brings her “Shadows US Tour” to Park Theatre. A legendary pop star, TIFFANY earned two U.S. number one hit singles with “I Think We’re Alone Now” and “Could’ve Been.” She set a record as the youngest female artist to top the Billboard charts with her debut album. Break out that classic 80s fashion and let’s celebrate all things 80s with TIFFANY! The event is Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 (balcony) and $38.

Greenfield FBC to Host School’s Out Party
Greenfield First Baptist Church is hosting a School’s Out for Summer Block Party on Saturday, May 20, 4 to 7 p.m. There will be fun and fellowship for all ages with free food, games, jumpers, door prizes and music. Everyone is invited to join in the fun. The church is located at 3127 Meridian Street, Greenfield.

Liberty All Homecoming
The annual First Sunday in May Homecoming at Liberty All United Methodist Church, 2415 Old Stage Road, Huntingdon is Sunday, May 7. Morning worship is 10:30 a.m. led by church pastor Jennifer Sauer. Singing by The Gospel Edition and David Gaskins will follow. Lunch will be enjoyed together after the singing. Everyone is welcome.

Dixie Car Show Top 25 July 1
The Dixie Car Show Top 25 is Saturday, July 1, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., in McLemoresville. Entry fee is $20 and food will be provided by the McLemoresville Fire Department. For more information, contact Bill Hargrove, 731-415-3952.

Shepherd’s Table Community Kitchen
The Shepherd’s Table community kitchen serves meals the third Tuesday of each month at First Presbyterian Church located at 19835 East Main Street, Huntingdon. Meals are served restaurant style with drive-through available after 6 p.m. It is open to the public and there is no cost. Donations are accepted. All are invited. It is our mission to create a community atmosphere where individuals can come in and have a meal in a comfortable setting. We encourage friendly conversation, prayers and laughter. If you would like to volunteer to help prepare the meal, serve the meal or help in any way, please call 731-415-9199 and leave a message or email fpcshepherdstable@gmail.com or write PO Box 651, Huntingdon, Tennessee.

Carroll County Democratic Party Meets
The Carroll County Democratic Party meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.

McKenzie City Council Meets Monthly
The McKenzie City Council meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month.

Carroll County Republican Party Meets
The Carroll County Republican Party meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the court room of the Public Safety building, 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.

Smalltown Cruisers Antique Car Club Meets Monthly
The Smalltown Cruisers Antique Car Club meets the second Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Hollow Rock Fire station, 21280 Seminary Street, Hollow Rock. The monthly Cruise-Ins begin in April. For more information, contact Jan Ostiguy at 217-304-2606 or email jano1970@att.net.

Caring Hearts Food Pantry
The Caring Hearts Food Pantry offers food distribution the second Saturday of each month, 9-11 a.m., at Mt Zion United Methodist Church, 120 Mt. Zion Road, Huntingdon.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly
The McKenzie TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets on Mondays at 3 p.m. at the McKenzie Church of Christ gym. Anyone interested in losing weight can join. Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Linda Lawrence at 731-352-7309. If no answer, leave a message.

Adult Education Classes
Huntingdon Location - Adult Education Building, 14155 Paris Street. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Classes are offered for one-on-one instruction on Mondays, 1-4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to NOON. For more information, phone 731-364-5481.

Carroll County Commission Meets Monthly
Carroll County Commission meets the second Monday of each month, 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Carroll County Office Complex, High Street, Huntingdon. There are no meetings in December, February, and July.