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In this issue

  • Webb Alumni Celebrate School’s National Historic Placement

    2 days ago

    McKENZIE (July 20) — The Webb Alumni Association hosted a ribbon-cutting Saturday to celebrate Webb Public School’s placement on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service of the United States Department of the Interior.

  • Huntingdon Primary to Add Sixth Pre-K Class

    2 days ago

    HUNTINGDON (July 16) — Thanks to two grants, Huntingdon Special School District will soon add its sixth Pre-K classroom.

  • Back-to-School Schedules

    2 days ago

    As July draws to a close, schools are solidifying plans for the return of teachers and students.

  • Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday is This Weekend

    2 days ago

    NASHVILLE — Save the date and save! The State of Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday weekend is Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28, 2024.

  • Broadway Street Parking Spots Re-Striped For Two-Way Traffic

    2 days ago

    McKENZIE (July 19) — The parking spaces on the east side of Broadway were re-striped Friday to complete the process of transitioning the downtown street from one-way back to its original two-way layout.

  • Qualifying Deadline for November General Elections is August 15

    2 days ago

    CARROLL COUNTY — The November 5 general elections include the U.S. President, U.S. Senator, U.S. House of Representatives, State Senators, State Representatives, and local municipalities.

  • Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant is This Week

    2 days ago

    Miss Tennessee Volunteer pageant is in Jackson this week.

  • Hannagan Pitching Camp Moved to July 29

    2 days ago

    McKENZIE — Bethel Coach Katherine Hannagan’s pitching camp at Bethel University has been rescheduled. The camp is now July 29 and 30.

  • Dr. Megan Tuttle Joins Paris Pulmonology, Primary Care

    2 days ago

    PARIS — Paris Pulmonology and Primary Care, a clinic of Henry County Medical Center, is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Megan Tuttle to the team of dedicated healthcare providers. Dr. Tuttle brings knowledge, experience, and a true commitment to the community she now serves.

  • Aird Fighting to Keep BU Soccer Season Alive

    2 days ago

    For over 25 years, Misty Aird has not only been part of Bethel University but also an intricate part of McKenzie. Since being named the head women’s soccer coach, Aird has devoted her entire career to Bethel. When she came to Bethel, she believed that God called her here.

  • Rebels Scrimmage South Side

    2 days ago

    During the 7 on 7 against South Side head football Coach Keith Hodge said the Rebels were given good looks but they could not find a rhythm and McKenzie did not play well fundamentally.

  • TSWA Names Spring 2024 All-State Teams

    2 days ago

    NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Sports Writers Association recently announced its Spring 2024 All-State teams. Several local high school athletes earned honors.

  • West Carroll Schools Paved

    2 days ago

    Martin Paving Company is almost complete with paving projects at the three West Carroll School District sites.

  • Renovations Continue at County Complex

    2 days ago

    HUNTINGDON (July 19) — The Carroll County Complex is undergoing much needed renovations. Through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds, the Carroll County Commission pledged $500,000 for maintenance, repair and improvements.

  • Senator Stevens Speaks to Rotary

    2 days ago

    McKENZIE (July 16) — The McKenzie Rotary Club hosted State Senator John Stevens at Tuesday’s weekly meeting.

  • Johnny Mac was Nights on Broadway Entertainment

    2 days ago

    McKENZIE (July 18) — Johnny Mac brought his instrumental and vocal talents to downtown McKenzie on Thursday, July 18 for Nights on Broadway.

  • Faith in Christ Ministries Celebrates Forty Years

    2 days ago

    Faith in Christ Ministries of Huntingdon, TN, celebrated their fortieth anniversary on Sunday, July 21st, by honoring the memory of the late Bro. Wayne Burton and recognizing Sister Charlotte Burton with a founder’s plaque.

  • Gasoline Prices Increase Over Week

    2 days ago

    TENNESSEE (July 22) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee increased 2.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.10/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee.

  • Fall Gardeners’ Festival is Scheduled for August 27

    2 days ago

    The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is excited to provide information throughout the year to make gardening a success for many home gardeners. UT Gardens, Crossville, in collaboration with UT Extension’s Cumberland County Master Gardeners, will host the annual Fall Gardeners’ Festival at the Plateau AgResearch and Education Center.

  • Calendar 7-23-24

    2 days ago

    Back to School Events • Back to School Bash at Long Heights Baptist Church - McKenzie on August 4 from 5-7 p.m. featuring water slides and food trucks! Long Heights Baptist Church is located at 260 Old Paris Rd, McKenzie, TN 38201.

  • Recipes 7-23-24

    2 days ago

    Baked Beans and Chops 2 16.5 oz. cans baked beans 6 rib pork chops, 1/2inch thick 1 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoon ketchup 6 onions slices, 1/4 inch thick

  • The Banner Brings Back ‘Business Spotlight’

    2 days ago

    The Banner recently launched a Facebook group, McKenzie Businesses Thrive Together, as a meeting place for businesses to exchange ideas, products and work together to achieve goals.

  • McKenzie Police Reports

    2 days ago

    Manufacture Methamphetamines / Driving White in Possession of Methamphetamine / Drug Paraphernalia — On July 19, 2024, Patrolman Dustin McClure observed a gold Ford-150 traveling west on TN-423. The vehicle failed to stop at the stop sign. A traffic stop was initiated.

  • Carroll County General Sessions

    2 days ago

    HUNTINGDON (July 17) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 17.

  • Carroll County Sheriff Reports

    2 days ago

    Report of Traffic Violation — On July 12, 2024, at approximately 9:10 a.m., Deputy Grant Davis observed a black Chevy Silverado traveling west on Northwood Dr. The vehicle was crossing into the opposite lane multiple times. Deputy Davis activated his emergency equipment and initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of Northwood Dr. and High St. Upon checking the status of the driver’s license, it was found that the driver did not possess a valid license. The driver was issued a misdemeanor citation for driving without a license and released from the scene.

  • Huntingdon Police Reports

    2 days ago

    Report of Domestic Assault and Public Intoxication — On June 29, 2024, at approximately 2:14 a.m., Officer Adam Avalon responded to a call at 203 Mebanewood Drive. The victim reported that her fiancé, Cody Larrabee, was yelling at her and acting violently, possibly after consuming mushroom gummies. She informed Officer Avalon that Larrabee had broken a window and was outside the front door.

  • Property Transfers

    2 days ago

    Pamela Coker to Ronald Coker in District 20.

  • Looking Back from Our Archives

    2 days ago

    10 Years Ago — Bethel University along with Henry County Alliance and the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce co-hosted the first Bassmaster National High School Championship. Dale Kelley, Garry Mason, and Kenny Louden with the winning team from Pennsylvania Garrett Enders, Nick Osman and their boat captain.

  • tnAchieves Celebrates 5 Million Community Service Hours

    2 days ago

    tnAchieves is proud to announce that following the July 1, 2024 TN Promise community service deadline, students in the program have given back more than 5 million hours of service.

  • Department of Health Urges Measures to Prevent Tick, Mosquito-Borne Diseases

    2 days ago

    NASHVILLE (July 17) — As Tennesseans enjoy outdoor activities this summer, the Tennessee Department of Health reminds everyone to take simple and preventive steps to avoid mosquito-borne and tick-borne diseases.

  • How We Get Fentanyl Off the Streets

    2 days ago

    America is facing a crisis that is forcing families to grapple with the heartbreaking effects of addiction. Cartels are smuggling fentanyl – a synthetic opioid – into our country and flooding communities from coast to coast with the deadly drug.

  • Run to Win!

    2 days ago

    The boy was gifted with all the talent necessary to be an outstanding athlete.