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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE — After months of weather-caused delays, the steel is being erected on the new multi-purpose indoor sports practice facility at McKenzie High School. Construction began in December, 2023, however, a very wet winter delayed the pouring of concrete, a necessary step prior to erecting the steel.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 2) — Five persons were recognized for their planned retirement at the end of the school year at McKenzie Special School District. They were honored at the May 2 meeting of the Board of Education.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 8) — Tri-County Publishing, Inc. (TCP) added in-restaurant screen advertising to its portfolio of advertising offerings. On May 1, TCP purchased two locations of screen advertising from Scrolling Screens, owned by Bill Kee.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE — Two long-time faculty members at Bethel University announced their plans to retire at the May 4, 2023, faculty meeting.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE — The award-winning McKenzie Marching Rebels celebrated a successful season, earning fifth in the State Division I Small Band Competition.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 5) — Angel Newbill of Nicole Lashes & Beauty cut the ceremonial red ribbon marking the official opening of her business located 414 Elm Street in McKenzie.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 4) — Prayers went up for the people and institutions in Carroll County and beyond on the National Day of Prayer observance on May 4. The annual event is sponsored by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce at the Carroll County Airport.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
HUNTINGDON — Five 13- and 14-year-old students were in court this month, and their parents couldn’t be happier. No, they weren’t on trial for truancy or unruly behavior; in fact, they served as litigants, attorneys and law enforcement officers.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
On May 6, 2023, the Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame added eight new members to the HOF at the annual banquet at the Carroll County Civic Center. The inductees were from the five areas of the county. McKenzie inducted Jerry Escue and Derek Carr. Huntingdon inducted Bill Ezell, Ray Crossno, and Danny Woodard. Hollow Rock – Bruceton inducted Jared Edwards; Clarksburg inducted Erica Yarbrough Sills; and West Carroll inducted David Hale.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 6) — Bethel University held its Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 6 in the Crisp Arena on the McKenzie campus. The students were seated at floor level and qued to the elevated platform, where they walked across to receive their diplomas from President Walter Butler.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
HUNTINGDON (May 4) — The Carroll County Budget Committee met Thursday but was hesitant to recommend one of three proposed amendments to the County Highway Departments budget. Also, concerns were addressed about the County Board of Education’s proposed fiscal year budget for 2023-24.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
ATWOOD (May 4) — West Carroll Junior/Senior High School will be part of the state’s Innovative School Model schools during the 2023-24 school year.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (MAY 2) — McKenzie Special School District is participating in a state initiative to better prepare students for careers and college through the Innovative Schools Model and a $1,500,000 grant to support the initiative.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Area high school graduation ceremonies are this week and next. All graduations are at the specific high school campus.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
HUNTINGDON (May 1) — Twenty defendants were indicted by the Grand Jury of the Carroll County Circuit Court on May 1.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
HUNTINGDON (May 8) — U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn was at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center on Monday, May 8 to address select high school students from Central, Clarksburg, Huntingdon and McKenzie.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 1) — This year’s McKenzie Rebels baseball senior class owns a record of 59 wins and 25 losses. They are the defending champions of District 11 - A and Region 6 - A. During their junior season, this group of seniors helped lead the Rebels to a State Runner-Up finish in Class 1A.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The McKenzie Lady Rebels fell to the Dresden Lady Lions 3-2 in extra innings on senior night. The Lady Rebels and the Lady Lions were tied 2-2 going into the eleventh inning before took the lead Dresden in the top of the inning.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE (May 5) — On Friday, the McKenzie Rebels baseball team hosted the Fighting Irish of Houston County. The Rebels picked up the 11-0 win along with the regular season district championship. Jackson Cassidy pitched four innings with Ty Anderson closing in the fifth. Cassidy pitched a one hitter with 10 strikeouts and Anderson had three strikeouts.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The McKenzie Baseball team finished their regular season with two victories over Waverly. The Rebels defeated the Waverly Tigers 13-3 on Senior night. McKenzie then traveled to Waverly and topped the Tigers 4-2.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
McKENZIE — McKenzie High School men’s soccer continues its season on Tuesday, May 9, against Gibson County at MHS.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
HUNTINGDON (May 3) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on May 3.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
DUI — Brayden W. Lifsey, 21, Aubrey Avenue, McKenzie was charged with DUI after a traffic stop on May 7.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Motorcycle Theft — On May 1, the Sheriff’s Department received a report about a dirt bike being stolen possibly located at the Camden Police Department.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
James Edward Daniels Jr., 71, to Dukedom to Beverly Ann Laughlin, 57, of Dyer.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
My Mother wasn’t too smart. Now, I know that is a harsh thing to say. But the facts are irrefutable!
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
With time ticking away and deadline quickly approaching, I struggled to find a muse for this week’s story. Thank goodness for Google as a search of "on this date in history” turned up a quote from Tennessee’s Andrew Johnson. On May 9, 1865, President Johnson declared the Civil War “may be regarded as virtually at an end.” This opened the rabbit hole and away I went.
