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Tuesday, May 14
If you feel that Broadway Street was changed in error and/or want it to remain a two-way street, please lend your voice and signature to this petition. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Tuesday, May 14
HUNTINGDON (May 6) — A new headquarters for the Carroll County Emergency Communications District (commonly known as the 911 district) is moving forward after the Board of Directors voted to proceed with the design of a new 5,422 square-foot facility on Dillahunty Lane in Huntingdon.
Tuesday, May 14
The Inglenook Book Club met for its monthly meeting on May 8 at 3 p.m. at Lakeside, with 19 members in attendance. President Gail Mack was absent so vice-president Shirley Martin called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance, club aim and club motto was recited by all. Thank you to hostesses Gayron Lyles and Beverly Mueller for the great cheese cracker assortment and grape salad along with assorted beverages that were served.
Tuesday, May 14
TENNESSEE (May 13) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 9.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.21/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 6.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 6.6 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 4.6 cents in the last week and stands at $3.90 per gallon.
Tuesday, May 14
NASHVILLE (May 14) — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) invites forest landowners to apply for technical and financial assistance to establish or improve their forests. Forest industry members, including loggers, may also apply for assistance to enhance water quality protection and expand harvesting capacity.
Tuesday, May 14
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is proud to announce the 10-year anniversary of the Tennessee Promise program on May 12, 2024, a milestone in the state's ongoing commitment to increasing access to higher education.
Tuesday, May 14
At Henry County Medical Center [HCMC], they don’t just want to be the good in our community. There mission extends beyond the walls as they work to share the good with those around them.
Tuesday, May 14
JACKSON — Borne from the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Jackson Symphony’s Symphony on the Move tour is launching its fifth season this month and has two performances scheduled in Carroll County—Friday, June 7 at Veterans Park in McKenzie and Thursday, June 12 on Court Square in Huntingdon.
Tuesday, May 14
NASHVILLE (May 13) — The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announced results from its annual roadside observational survey to determine the state’s average seat belt usage rate. This survey returned a statewide usage rate of 92 percent. The 2023 usage rate represents an increase of approximately 1.5 percent compared to Tennessee’s 2022 survey result of 90.5 percent. The 2023 survey result is Tennessee’s highest annual seat belt usage rate to date.
Tuesday, May 14
The Carroll County Arts Council will host its Annual Creativity Camp from June 10-14, 2024. The event is open to elementary and middle school students residing in Carroll County. Activities in music, art, creative writing and drama are the focus.
Tuesday, May 14
The Dixie and The Jackson Symphony are thrilled to announce their collaboration once again, bringing enchanting melodies to Huntingdon’s Court Square on Thursday, June 13, 2024. This year’s event, aptly titled “Jazzed for Summer,” promises an unforgettable evening of musical exploration and celebration.
Tuesday, May 14
A meet and greet for Coach Dru Emerson and Coach Justin Lowery is Saturday, May 18 at Hometown Hangout. The event is 4:30-6 p.m. at the Hangout, adjacent to Gary Simmons Automotive. It is a come-and-go event.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 6) — On Tuesday, Carroll County Mayor Joseph Butler delivered a State of the County Address to the McKenzie Rotary Club. Butler explained that Carroll County is in good financial shape and is in the final stages of preparation for presenting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget. Butler was elected as Carroll County Mayor in 2018.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (MAY 8) — Twin Rivers Orthopeadics and Baptist Medical Group held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new clinic in McKenzie, on State Route 22 near McKenzie High School.
Tuesday, May 14
Many people in the south experienced a rare incident — an Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights on Friday, May 10.
Tuesday, May 14
JACKSON — A federal grand jury in Jackson, Tennessee recently returned an indictment charging a Henry County man with federal child exploitation offenses. United States Attorney Kevin G. Ritz announced the return of the indictment today.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 7) — Could free school lunches for students be in the offing at McKenzie? That’s what is being explored in an effort to boost the number of students eating the school-provided lunches.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 9) — On Thursday, as part of the regular City Council meeting, the City of McKenzie presented the 2024-25 budget. Along with the first reading of the budget, the Council approved the resignation of Councilman Charles Pruneau and immediately accepted the nomination to appoint Drew Beeler to fill the vacancy.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 9) — On Thursday two things happened regarding Broadway Street: the one-way street sign was removed temporarily allowing two-way travel on the street; and during the meeting of the McKenzie City Council, Ordinance 569 to convert Broadway to a one-way street passed its first of two readings.
Tuesday, May 14
CARROLL COUNTY — The weekend was filled with high school graduations in Carroll County from the five county high schools. The events began Friday, May 10 with graduations at Clarksburg and West Carroll, Saturday at Huntingdon, and Sunday at McKenzie and Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 11) — On Saturday, the Rebels faced Collinwood in the Region 6A Championship. Tate Surber pitched for McKenzie and had 13 strikeouts as the Rebels took the 7-0 win and title.
Tuesday, May 14
McKENZIE (May 10) — On Friday, the McKenzie Rebel faced off against Perry County in the Region 6A Semi-Final. Jake Cassidy pitched a one hit game with eleven strikeouts claiming the 9-0 victory.
Tuesday, May 14
Banana Nut Bread 1 cup shortening (margarine), softened 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 6 large over-ripe Bananas, mashed 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons soda 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup Buttermilk 1 cup pecans, chopped 2 teaspoon vanilla
Tuesday, May 14
Under normal circumstances, Thursday’s McKenzie City Council meeting should have revolved around the approval of the fiscal year budget. While there was an unpublicized workshop on the budget, the Mayor’s impromptu directional change of Broadway took center stage. The ordeal of Broadway and antics of Thursday’s meeting have left a bad taste in my mouth for McKenzie Municipal Government.
Tuesday, May 14
Many factors influence the makeup of our personality and our station in life: genetics, the disposition we’re born with, culture, the country we live in, early childhood experiences, education, our childhood caregivers and probably even more factors. It’s a complex issue to try and cipher.
Tuesday, May 14
10 Years Ago — The Chamber Golf Tournament had 100 golfers and 30 volunteers for the event. The first place team for the first flight was Hamilton Ryker, made up of players Parker Jones, Troy Jones, Joe Saganski, and Stan Welch.
Tuesday, May 14
John Michael and Melinda Jean Martin to Shelley A. and Kenneth J. Fannin in District 22.
Tuesday, May 14
Criminal Trespass — Gavin Clay Rosson, 25, homeless, was charged with Trespassing at the Country Store on Hwy 70. Deputy Bongiovanni arrived at the country store and spoke to the manager of the store who stated that Rosson had entered the store shirtless, wearing black shorts, and sandals. The deputy then observed video surveillance showing Rosson in the store in the same clothing described by the store manager. Rosson had left the store before Deputy Bongiovanni arrived. The deputy waited for approximately 30 minutes across the street when Rosson showed back up at the store and got arrested for criminal trespass.
Tuesday, May 14
Driving Without License, Insurance — Rigoberto Chavez Otero, 28, Dresden, was charged with Driving Without a License, Violation of Financial Responsibility and Failure to Maintain Lane on May 12.
Tuesday, May 14
Larry Ray Moore, 59, of McKenzie, to Sheila Ann Porter Pratt, 59, of McKenzie.
Tuesday, May 14
Theft of Merchandise — Karen Munkeboe, 72, of Huntingdon, was cited into General Sessions Court for Theft of Merchandise under $1,000 on May 6. Joe Lowe, head of security at Walmart, stated that Munkeboe had taken several plants from the garden center without paying for them. Restitution is due to Walmart in the amount of $66.62.
Tuesday, May 14
HUNTINGDON (May 8) — The following cases were heard on Carroll County General Sessions Court on May 8.
Tuesday, May 14
McKenzie Memorial Library’s Hours The McKenzie Memorial Library, Broadway Street, is open, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays throughout the summer for the Summer Reading Program. Additionally, the library has programs on most Saturdays beginning at 11:30 a.m.
