Gertrude “Gertie” Evon Perritt
September 11, 2024
McKENZIE, Tenn. - Funeral services for Gertrude “Gertie” Evon Perritt are Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on …
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Rebels Survive Soggy First Half to Clip Eagles, 20-13
September 10, 2024
McKENZIE (September 6) — Mother Nature seemed to be the Rebels’ worst enemy Friday night, and a wet football may be the only thing that can slow down one of the most prolific passing offenses in the state. Fortunately, the arm of Tate Surber is just one of McKenzie’s many tools and the top-ranked Class 1A Rebels outlasted the rain and the Class 4A Chester County Eagles, 20-13.
Tennessee State Parks Hosts Tennessee Serves, National Public Day Work Events
September 10, 2024
NASHVILLE — Tennessee State Parks will join First Lady Maria Lee’s Tennessee Serves initiative Sept. 19-29 with volunteer work events at parks across the state. The volunteer opportunities coincide with National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 28.
Marriage Licenses
September 10, 2024
Kristen Denise Godon Ninness, 41, of Huntingdon, to Joseph Kent Springer, 58, of Huntingdon.
McKenzie Police Reports
September 10, 2024
Driving on Suspended, Violation Order of Protection — Antonio Demonya Harris, 25, Hopkinsville was charged with Speeding, Driving on a Suspended License and Violation of an Order of Protection on September 8.
Recipes 9-10-24
September 10, 2024
Erma Sims Pound Cake 3 cups sugar 3 cup sifted all purpose flour 6 eggs 1 8oz. whipping cream 1 cup butter 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 tablespoon lemon flavoring
The Empty Chair
September 10, 2024
I remember the first family gathering after my father died. The dining table my mother had received as a gift when I was in high school was stretched out and extra leaves were inserted. Six matching chairs plus several folding chairs lined both sides. At the foot of the table sat mama’s chair and at the head sat daddy’s.
State Launches New Direct Hay Report to Support Local Farmers
September 10, 2024
NASHVILLE (September 5) — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA), in collaboration with the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, is excited to announce the launch of a new Tennessee Direct Hay Report. This tool will provide comprehensive insights into hay pricing and trends across the state, helping Tennessee’s farmers and producers make informed decisions.
Carroll County General Sessions Court
September 10, 2024
HUNTINGDON (September 4) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on Wednesday, September 4.
Property Transfers
September 10, 2024
Rodney Neilson to Daragan Company, LLC in District 8.
Sheriff’s Reports
September 10, 2024
Counterfeiting/Forgery — According to a report made by Deputy Eric Sawyers, on August 24, Dollar General reported that an unknown male passed five $100 bills on August 24, and the bills were counterfeit. The subject had loaded a card in the store for $500 and gave the clerk five counterfeit bills. Video was obtained and the same subject had passed six $100 counterfeit bills at the Dollar General Bruceton on the same date. The same individual is caught on camera in Subway at Huntingdon and Dollar General using counterfeit money. After a thorough investigation, the police department found that there were two subjects using these counterfeit bills, Jonathan Alexander Hayden and Evans Devon Pelt from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Warrants have been issued.
Calendar 9-10-24
September 10, 2024
Storytellers at Huntingdon Heritage Festival Come hear the storytellers, sponsored by Carroll Arts, at the Huntingdon Heritage Festival, Saturday, September 28. Storytelling is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the Huntingdon Police Station, 12740 Lexington Street. Stay for a short time of for the whole time!
Branch Rickey Called It ‘Addition by Subtraction’
September 10, 2024
Don’t ya’ll think this election thing has done got out of hand! There are people running for president that I’ve never heard of. And, after listening to some “back and forth” amongst this gang, I realize why we’ve never heard of them! It is rhetoric on top of rhetoric, mostly pointing out what the other fellow DOESN’T have to offer. To make matters worse, the ones we have heard of don’t seem to be making enough sense to separate themselves from the pack.
Longshot Band Performs At Nights on Broadway
September 10, 2024
McKENZIE (September 5) — The local Longshot Band was the musical entertainment for Nights on Broadway on September 5 in the downtown McKenzie Veterans Memorial Park.
Wildcats Move to 2-0 on Season
September 10, 2024
McKENZIE (September 7) — The Bethel Wildcats and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders met for the first time on Saturday.
Gleason Loses Homecoming Game
September 10, 2024
Gleason (September 5) — Hillcrest Hornets of Springfield, Missouri, claimed a 42-16 victory over Gleason Junior High’s Bulldog in the Homecoming game.
McKenzie Lady Rebels Win Two, Honor Seniors
September 10, 2024
McKENZIE (September 3, 5) — The McKenzie High School Lady Rebels earned a pair of lopsided wins last week, defeating Obion County 6-2 Tuesday and South Fulton 9-0 Thursday.
Ribbon-Cutting Held at War Zone Ax N Tag
September 10, 2024
McKENZIE (September 4) — The McKenzie Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting Wednesday at War Zone Ax N Tag, 12915 Hwy 79, joined by community and business leaders, including McKenzie Mayor Ryan Griffin and Carroll County Mayor Joseph Butler.
War Eagles Fall in Shootout with FACS
September 10, 2024
After three weeks of the season, West Carroll senior running back Jayden Milton continues to prove that he is one of the top running backs in West Tennessee.
Mustangs Snag Region 6-2A Road Win Against Cardinals
September 10, 2024
ADAMSVILLE (September 6) — After two weeks of preparation, the Huntingdon Mustangs were on the road opening up Region 6-2A football against the Adamsville Cardinals. The Mustangs easily handled the Cardinals taking home the 43-12 win.
