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Tuesday, April 15
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.
Tuesday, April 15
McKENZIE (April 11) — Gränges Americas Inc. made a donation to McKenzie Special School District Friday, part of a series of donations to area schools.
Tuesday, April 15
McKenzie FFA, Hollow Rock-Bruceton, West Carroll and Huntingdon all held live plant sales at the related schools.
Tuesday, April 15
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.
Tuesday, April 15
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.
Tuesday, April 15
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.
Tuesday, April 15
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.
Tuesday, April 15
McKENZIE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, which owns and operates Carroll Lake, has provided some insight into concerns about the fish population following the extreme weather earlier this month and the preemptive drainage of the lake ahead of the flooding conditions.
Tuesday, April 15
Super Drugs sustained minor damage on Thursday, April 10 during a brief severe weather event when the awning detached from its supports and was impaled on a fire hydrant, barricading the entrance to the building and partially protruding into the traffic flow on Cedar Street.
Tuesday, April 15
TREZEVANT (April 8) — A long-standing trend of little to no engagement by the citizenry of Trezevant in its municipal affairs seems to be over following a regular board meeting that can only be described as highly irregular.
Tuesday, April 15
NASHVILLE (April 10) — State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, announced on Thursday rescue squads in Carroll, Weakley and Henry counties have been selected for the Rescue Squad Grant Program, receiving a total of $160,244.50 for life-saving equipment.
Tuesday, April 15
McKENZIE (April 10) — Concerns over the continued flooding and sewer issues along South Main Street were addressed during the April meeting of the McKenzie City Council. Block City owner Matt Lane questioned the board for an update on future plans to ease the flooding low point in front of his business.
Tuesday, April 15
McKenzie (March 23) — Record crowds filled McKenzie City Park as thousands of excited children from throughout West Tennessee gathered for the fourth annual McKenzie Chamber of Commerce’s Easter Egg Drop.
Tuesday, April 15
The monthly meeting of the Inglenook Book Club met April 9 at Lakeside Senior Living Community in McKenzie, with 19 members in attendance.
Tuesday, April 15
PARIS — The World’s Biggest Fish Fry festival starts Saturday April 19 with a 5K run, 8 a.m. at the Fairgrounds, Car and Bike Show at Henry County High School at 8 a.m.; and a Boxing Event at noon on the Court Square. The evening includes a Demolition Derby at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds.
Tuesday, April 15
HUNTINGDON (April 12) — Carroll Arts, Inc. held its third annual Celebration of the Arts at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts and Academic Enrichment Center on Saturday.
Tuesday, April 15
NASHVILLE (April 12) — Lawmakers in Tennessee are actively debating a wave of bills that could significantly reshape the way public notices are delivered and the role of newspapers in government transparency. Several proposals currently moving through the General Assembly aim to modernize, consolidate or limit print publication requirements—raising questions about cost, access and digital equity.
Tuesday, April 15
NASHVILLE (April 12) — Tennessee’s new childcare licensing law, now codified as Public Chapter 135, expands flexible childcare options while easing regulatory burdens. House Bill 106, passed unanimously and signed into law by Governor Bill Lee on April 3, takes effect July 1.
Tuesday, April 15
McKENZIE (April 8) — Colonel Bernard House, US Army, spoke about the ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) program based at the University of Tennessee at Martin during the April 8 meeting of the Rotary Club of McKenzie.
Tuesday, April 15
Possession of Sch. II — On April 9, Deputy Alex Sherwood was dispatched to a home in Clarksburg in reference to a 911 hangup. He arrived at the residence and asked if he could come in to check things out.
Tuesday, April 15
Virgina Sue Moore to David O. and Martha V. Renfroe in District 10.
Tuesday, April 15
Driving on a Revoked - Third Offense — Christopher Ryan Howard, 29, Highway 54, Paris, was charged with Driving on a Revoked License Due to DUI - Third Offense, Simple Possession or Casual Exchange, and Resisting Arrest, Window Tint Violation, on April 10.
Tuesday, April 15
HUNTINGDON (APRIL 9) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on April 9.
Tuesday, April 15
Jayden Robert Morris, 19, of Lavinia to Breyana Isairis Patterson, 19, of Lavinia.
Tuesday, April 15
BRUCETON/McKENZIE (April 8-9) — McKenzie High School traveled Tuesday and hosted Wednesday for two district baseball contests against Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central, earning a convincing sweep.
Tuesday, April 15
BRADFORD (April 11) — The McKenzie High School Rebels got the long ball working in a big road win Friday, 10-5, over the Bradford Red Devils. Five home runs, including two by Craegen Travis, highlighted two big innings that sealed the win for McKenzie.
Tuesday, April 15
Contrary to popular belief, I never attended a one room log cabin school house. As a matter of fact, my first school was huge. It was a two-story building with a gymnasium, music room, principal’s office, and bathrooms on both floors.
Tuesday, April 15
The plot was planned carefully and carried out perfectly.
Tuesday, April 15
Pecan Turtle Bars 2 cups all purpose flour 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup butter 1 cup pecan halves 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Tuesday, April 15
McKENZIE (April 11) — McKenzie High School hosted Huntingdon Friday for a district soccer contest, with the Rebels defeating the Mustangs by a narrow 2-1.
Tuesday, April 15
Greenfield First Baptist Good Friday Passion Play Greenfield First Baptist Church Choir & Musicians present a Good Friday Easter Passion Play on Friday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. A finger food fellowship will follow. Everyone is invited to attend!
