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Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 15) — On Thursday, the Town of Huntingdon experienced a water main break on Lexington Street. In turn, residents had low water pressure and discoloration. The following day, the loss of pressure in the distribution system caused back-pressure in the lines which in turn forced the Town of Huntingdon to issue a boil water notice.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
While vacationing at the beach this summer, Dr. Ryan Forbess played a critical role in saving a 15-year-old girl attacked by a shark. The incident occurred at Seacrest Beach on the Florida Panhandle. Dr. Forbess and his friend, Dr. Mohammad Ali, were in the water with their families when they noticed a commotion and saw blood. Acting quickly, they rushed to assist and helped save the girl.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 12) — On Tuesday, Carroll County announced its new EMA Director, Steven “Trevor” Foster. County Mayor Joseph Butler said, “After a thorough search and vetting of a number of very qualified candidates, I am excited to inform you that I have offered the EMA Director position to Steven ‘Trevor’ Foster, and he has accepted the position.”
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE — McKenzie Police Department and McKenzie Fire/Rescue Department continue their fund-raising efforts to support the second annual Christmas Fund for underprivileged children of the community.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Last month, the Hollow Rock Bruceton FFA Officers attended the 2024 National FFA Convention in Louisville.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
SHARON — Dottie Walker of Atwood (left) and partner Phyllis Parks of Idlewild earned silver medals in the Senior Olympics Table Tennis competition held at the Sharon Senior Center in October.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
TREZEVANT/ATWOOD (November 11) — West Carroll Elementary School and West Carroll Junior/Senior High School held their annual Veterans Day programs on Monday.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 15) — Members of the McKenzie Touchdown Club presented the annual J.A. Abernathy Awards during halftime of Friday’s win.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 14) — The Arrive Alive Tour®, sponsored by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, visited area schools including McKenzie High School on November 14 to deliver an immersive experience aimed at preventing impaired and distracted driving among teens.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
KNOXVILLE — Students hoping to work for national or state parks can now take courses under the new University of Tennessee Outdoor Recreation and Park Management (ORPM) concentration. The courses are available in the Herbert College of Agriculture School of Natural Resources. Courses in this new undergraduate forestry major concentration rolled out in Fall 2024.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
The United States Center for Disease Control and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O121 infections linked to multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association recently released its initial region and district alignments for the 2025-27 classification cycle.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HONOR ROLL First Grade C. Barton: Sean Bomar, Delaney Gant, Mason Pruitt, Hunter Sedgwick, Larissa Staten
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
NASHVILLE — Tennessee’s 2024-25 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, November 23. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
West Carroll Elementary School continues to uphold its tradition of recognizing exceptional students each week through the SOAR Awards program. This initiative celebrates students who embody the school’s core values: Safety, Ownership, Achievement and Respect.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE — Bethel University honored three former athletic greats and two contributors with inductions into the prestigious Bethel Athletic Hall-of-Fame Friday night. Bethel also presented Bethel’s University’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
The Carroll County Humane Society hosts a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Saturday, December 7 at 6 p.m. at The Venue at Waddell Place.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
NASHVILLE — Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the 2023-24 statewide graduation rate is 92.1 percent, breaking the previous record achieved in the 2022-23 school year at 90.6 percent.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
ATWOOD — With the opening of the new Atwood bypass highway, the purpose of a new digital informational sign at West Carroll School District’s Central Office came to fruition.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November14) — The Mayor and Town Council held a special called meeting Thursday to consider action to mitigate discrepancies on water bills.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
TREZEVANT (November 12) — Trezevant City Attorney Charlie Trotter administered the oath of office to Mayor Bobby Blaylock, Councilman Leon Lyell, and Councilman Mark Argo as incumbent members recently reelected to their respective positions. The three ran unopposed in the November 5 election.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
NASHVILLE — State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, announced more than $15.1 million in grant funding has been awarded to expand broadband availability and access to high-quality digital opportunities in Carroll, Weakley and Henry counties.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 11) — The Carroll County Commission met Monday with three resolutions on the agenda. Before regular business, Boy Scout Troop 73 presented the colors for the Commission meeting. Dwayne Tordsen of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office was recognized for his work in the jail’s re-entry program. Tordsen was recently named top facilitator of the year by the Tennessee Corrections Institute.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 14) — During the regular monthly meeting of the City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council, Mayor Ryan Griffin recognized outgoing Councilwoman Josefina Batton. After four years on the council, Batton chose not to run for re-election.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 13) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on November 13.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Driving on Revoked License — Scott Alan Johnson, 44, Sunrise Avenue, Nashville was charged with Driving on a Revoked License and Violation of Financial Responsibility on November 14.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Matthew John and Colleen Marie Lohsl to Keith B and Lynne M. Leroy in District 6.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Brandy Ellen Carter, 27, of Cedar Grove, to Matthew D. Connell, 28, of Cedar Grove.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Assault, Disorderly Conduct — According to a report made by Officer Kristen Lee on November 7, 2024, she was dispatched to Taco Bell for a male that might be under the influence that came around the counter for employees and kissed one.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 14) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Dresden Thursday for a pair of basketball contests. The Lady Rebels led for most of the game, but the Lady Lions rallied late for a 37-35 win. The Lions pulled away in the second half to defeat the Rebels, 48-31.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 12) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Huntingdon Tuesday for a pair of basketball contests. The Fillies controlled the opener from the jump and ran away with a 58-12 win. The Rebels and Mustangs went back-and-forth in the nightcap, but McKenzie finished strong to claim a 33-28 victory.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 15) — In the second round of TSSAA Football Playoff action, the Huntingdon Mustangs made short work of the defending 2A State Champion Riverside Panthers. After four quarters of play, the Mustangs advance to the third round with the 35-7 win.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 15) — The Bethel Wildcats closed their season Saturday in Walter Butler Stadium playing host to the Faulkner Eagles. It was Senior Day for the Wildcats with ceremonies taking place before the kickoff. It was also Pepsi MidAmerica Day at the stadium.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
McKENZIE (November 15) — McKenzie High School hosted Eagleville Friday for a second-round contest in the TSSAA Football Playoffs. The Eagles held the Rebels to a single first-half touchdown, but McKenzie’s defense was even more staunch from start to finish for a 28-0 shutout victory.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Office Closed November 28-29, December 25-27 The McKenzie Banner and TCP Print Shop will be closed on Thursday, November 28 through Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving and Wednesday, December 25 through Friday, December 27 for Christmas. We will reopen on Monday, December 2 and Monday, December 30. Thank you for allowing us this time with our family.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
HUNTINGDON (November 12, 2024) — With the announcement of the retirement of Janice Newman as EMA Director for Carroll County in September, County Mayor Joseph Butler has named her replacement.
