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Tuesday, May 23
The monthly meeting of the Inglenook Book Club was May 10, 202, at Lakeside Senior Living Community in McKenzie, with 18 members in attendance. President Carolyn Moore called the meeting to order and extended a thank-you to hostesses Geneva Johnson and Shirley Martin. The ladies graciously served delicious warm peach cobbler topped with ice cream, assorted nut medley, and assorted beverages. The tables were decorated with tulip-designed napkins, and little spring baskets holding the assorted nut medley.
Tuesday, May 23
The Bruceton American Legion Post 180 honored five individuals with awards during Central High School’s Academic and Leadership Banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center April 24. Award recipients were Joe Bishop, Post Commander; Reyna Joyner, Citizenship; Drake Northup, Boys State; Owen Crocker, Americanism; and Derreld Robinson, Post Adjutant.
Tuesday, May 23
The cost of mailing your newspaper and other second class publication is increasing in July.
Tuesday, May 23
NASHVILLE (May 18) — Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced approval of his federal assistance request, making recovery assistance available to 45 counties impacted by severe weather, flooding and straight-line winds on March 1-3. Carroll, Henry and Benton counties are among the recipients.
Tuesday, May 23
Carroll County’s annual Relay for Life event returns Saturday, Sept. 9, for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The event, held at the Carroll County Civic Center, helps the American Cancer Society (ACS) fundraise and raise public awareness of benefits for cancer patients.
Tuesday, May 23
McKenzie/Carroll County United Neighbors received a donation of 567 healthy food items (weighing a total of 430.37 pounds) for our first Food Drive event during April promoting Food Waste Awareness. It is expected to be an annual event.
Tuesday, May 23
MEMPHIS (May 20) — McKenzie Rebels Soccer Team advances to the state tournament after defeating Memphis Business Academy and won 1-0.
Tuesday, May 23
The McKenzie Elementary School celebrated the end of their 4th nine-weeks of school by honoring students with high or improving grades. The school released the names of students who made the Honor and Merit Rolls and the recipients of the individual Principal’s P.R.I.D.E. Reading, Principal’s P.R.I.D.E. Math, B.U.G. (Bringing Up Grades) and Citizenship awards.
Tuesday, May 23
Eric Flores, of Henry, and Ashton Parsley, of McKenzie, recently earned certifications in information technology systems.
Tuesday, May 23
MARTIN — The University of Tennessee at Martin recently honored the academic achievements of undergraduate students with the publication of the Spring 2023 Chancellor’s Honor Rolls for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.
Tuesday, May 23
In April, seven students from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology–McKenzie were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society.
Tuesday, May 23
McKENZIE (May 19) — Six persons retired from McKenzie Special School District at the conclusion of the 2022-23 school year.
Tuesday, May 23
Several area high school teams will be in Murfreesboro this week competing in the TSSAA Spring Fling.
Tuesday, May 23
Carroll County Several local events will commemorate Memorial Day 2023 on Monday, May 29.
Tuesday, May 23
HUNTINGDON (May 18) — On Thursday, the Carroll County Budget Committee made the final adjustments to the 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget. The total estimated budget for the general fund is $15,175,589 with an estimated revenue of $15,484,885 producing a positive net of $309,296 to be placed in reserves. According to Commissioner and Budget Chairman Darrell Ridgely, the budget was procured without raising taxes. He added that no one is probably 100% satisfied with the budget but through negotiations and numerous meetings, compromises were reached.
Tuesday, May 23
McKENZIE (May 22) — Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Brummitt-McKenzie Funeral Home for William (Bull) Bullington, who lost his life in a car accident on Saturday, May 20 at 12:39 p.m. in McKenzie.
Tuesday, May 23
McKENZIE (May 22) — The long-anticipated opening of the pickleball courts in McKenzie is Monday, May 22 at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, May 23
Caramel Pie 3 egg yolks 3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon flour 3/4 cup milk
Tuesday, May 23
McKenzie Veterans Present The Trailblazer Band May 26 For Memorial Day Weekend, McKenzie Veterans of Foreign Post 4939 will host The Trailblazer Band May 26, from 7-11 p.m. at 9750 Cherrywood Road in McKenzie. There is a $5 cover charge.
Tuesday, May 23
Chrishanda Ann Ridley, 43, of Atwood to Steven Wesley Clark, 29, of Atwood.
Tuesday, May 23
HUNTINGDON (May 17) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on May 17.
Tuesday, May 23
Domestic Assault — Trevor Akins, 27, of Huntingdon was arrested for Domestic Assault.
Tuesday, May 23
DUI — Michael L. Robinson, 54, Johnson Circle, Memphis, was charged with DUI, Implied Consent, Speeding and Open Container on May 17.
Tuesday, May 23
Driving on Revoked License — Brian Scott, 34, of Lavenia was charged for driving without a license.
Tuesday, May 23
As a little boy, my parents used Super Drugs as their pharmacy. I can remember walking in the front door and seeing all the little knick-knacks and other gift items which I was not allowed to touch. Barbara Ferguson was usually working the front register.
Tuesday, May 23
We did not celebrate this holiday when I was a kid. And I really don’t know why we didn’t. Lord a’mercy, things moved at such a slow pace back then you’d a’thought nothing could get by us!
