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February 11, 2025
Valentine’s Day is this weekend, how do you usually celebrate? In my lifetime it has varied — it’s been a romantic evening out, a galentine’s get-together, a table for one, and dining in with an SVU marathon. I will say, a table for one is the most uncomfortable meal you will ever have in a crowded restaurant.
February 11, 2025
For over nine decades, a cornerstone of downtown McKenzie has been McKenzie Banking Company. Though the financial institution has grown into a regional presence as Foundation Bank, with six locations across northwest Tennessee, it remains, as the sign says, “your hometown bank since 1934.”
February 11, 2025
TENNESSEE (February 10) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee decreased 6.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.72/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 2.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 11.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 0.2 cents in the last week and stands at $3.624 per gallon.
February 11, 2025
The McKenzie Special School District (MSSD) Board convened this week to approve key infrastructure improvements, including middle school bleacher replacement, high school gym floor refinishing, an upgraded district-wide radio communication system, and the implementation of an Integrated School Management (ISM) system.
February 11, 2025
HUNTINGDON, TENN. - Mr. Charlie Paul Massey, 85, of Huntingdon, died Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Life Care Center of Bruceton. Funeral services are 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Carroll Memorial Gardens. Brother Randy Thompson officiating.
February 11, 2025
Banana Split Brownie Pizza Box brownie mix 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 8 oz. crushed pineapple, drained
February 11, 2025
ATWOOD (February 6) — The West Carroll Special School District Board of Education met Thursday in the cafeteria of the junior/senior high. Awaiting the board members were gifts crafted by high school students in observance of School Board Appreciation Week (January 26-February 1).
February 11, 2025
The McKenzie City Council meets Thursday, February 13 at 6 p.m. The following items are on the agenda: Resolution 25-001 allowing the City of McKenzie to apply for a community block development grant; presentation of Mulberry Park plans; Strategic Planning Dates; and recognize Jason Arnold on completing training for Mental Health Strike Team.
February 11, 2025
McKENZIE (February 7) — Senior Sophie Pate was crowned McKenzie High School Basketball Homecoming Queen Friday during pregame festivities.
February 11, 2025
FSB Insurance, a trusted name in the region for insurance services, has officially rebranded as Sunstar Insurance Tennessee, reflecting its long-standing affiliation with Sunstar Insurance Group, the 30th largest independent agency in the nation. While the name is changing, the same familiar faces and dedicated service remain unchanged.
February 11, 2025
McKENZIE (February 7) — McKenzie High School celebrated Homecoming Friday, hosting Houston County for a pair of consequential district basketball contests.
February 11, 2025
NASHVILLE (February 20) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee released the following excerpts ahead of his seventh State of the State address that will be delivered tonight at 6 p.m. CST in the House Chamber of the Tennessee State Capitol.
February 10, 2025
Mrs. Peggy Ann Webb, 90, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Thursday, February 06, 2025 at her home. Funeral services were Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Interment …
February 10, 2025
Jeffersonville, Indiana - Funeral services for Betty Jean Kee are Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home at 11:30 a.m. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, 10 a.m. until …
February 10, 2025
Mr. Paul Burns, 83, of Westport, Tennessee died Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Harmony Hill Assisted Living Residence. Funeral services are in the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home on Tuesday, …
February 7, 2025
The Education Freedom Act, now law in Tennessee, has sparked debate in the Tennessee legislature and among rural educators, with special education advocates voicing concerns over its potential impact.
February 4, 2025
GLEASON (January 28) — Gleason High School hosted Dresden Tuesday for a pair of district basketball contests. The Lady Lions led by 28 after three quarters but had to hold off an explosive Lady Bulldog rally to claim a 63-48 win. The Lions led by three at the half, but the Bulldogs were dominant down the stretch to earn a 61-44 victory.
February 4, 2025
Bethel University has been awarded a $335,450 Workforce Development Grant to expand and enhance its nursing program, a move aimed at addressing the growing demand for healthcare professionals in Tennessee.
February 4, 2025
McKENZIE (January 27) — McKenzie High School senior cheerleader Laila Scott signed to join the University of Tennessee at Martin’s cheer squad during a ceremony Monday in the theater, joined by family, friends, teachers and fellow cheerleaders.
February 4, 2025
Leonina M. Mitchell to Berry M. and Terry C. Mitchell in District 17.
