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January 6, 2026
What a gift the month of December has been for our residents.
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Candidates Qualify For 2026 Elections
January 6, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (December 31) — Political races for governor, state representative, countywide office, school board, and municipal seats are on the ballot in elections held in May, August and November 2026.
Tennessee Enacts Domestic Violence Offender Registry
January 6, 2026
Savanna’s Law, enacted as Tennessee Public Chapter 520, creates a public registry maintained by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) for persistent domestic violence offenders—individuals convicted of an offense against a domestic abuse victim who have at least one prior such conviction.
Calendar 1-6-26
January 6, 2026
Carroll County Election Commission Meets The Carroll County Election Commission meets Thursday, January 8 at 4:30 p.m. in the Election Commission Office at 625 High St., Suite 113, Huntingdon.
Influenza Activity on the Rise in Tennessee
January 6, 2026
NASHVILLE (December 29) — Influenza (flu) activity is currently increasing, and it’s important to consider getting a flu shot to protect yourself and those around you.
A Friend In Need Is A Friend Indeed
January 6, 2026
You probably won’t remember Jerry “Toothpick” Bowden. But he and I go way back. To a couple of “field of dreams” of yesteryear.
McKenzie School Board Hears Good News of Unexpected State Revenue
January 6, 2026
McKENZIE (January 3) — McKenzie Special School District Board of Education received some unexpected good news as it relates to state revenues.
Tennessee Sees Drop in Traffic Fatalities in 2025
January 6, 2026
NASHVILLE — Tennessee recorded a significant decline in traffic fatalities in 2025, with 147 fewer roadway deaths than the previous year, according to year-end data released by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Historical Events from January 1926
January 6, 2026
The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1926.
Fillies Claim Championship over Gibson County
January 6, 2026
HUNTINGDON (December 30) — The Huntingdon Fillies are the champions of the Huntingdon High School Point Guard Coca-Cola Girls' Christmas Tournament after a gritty, 49-35 win over Gibson County Tuesday evening, capping a full day of games determining final tournament placement.
Mustangs are Runner-Up After USJ Buzzer-Beater
January 6, 2026
HUNTINGDON (December 30) — The Huntingdon High School Point Guard Coca-Cola Boys' Christmas Tournament ended in thrilling fashion Tuesday night as the USJ Bruins defeated the host Mustangs 62-61 to claim the championship. The barnburner saw momentum swings culminating in a wild fourth quarter rife with lead changes, an exciting nightcap for a full day of games determining final tournament placement.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
January 6, 2026
Drug Charges — On December 27, Deputy Dustin McClure observed a blue 2008 Chevrolet Impala turning onto Highway 70 from Old Bruceton Highway. The vehicle appeared to have window tint darker than the legal limit, and the driver was seen repeatedly checking his mirrors before pulling into a convenience store in Hollow Rock.
McKenzie Police Reports
January 6, 2026
Threats of Domestic Assault — Paul T. Massicotte, Blooming Grove Road, McKenzie, was charged with Simple Assault after he made threats of bodily harm to family members on January 3.
Property Transfers
January 6, 2026
Terry W. Guy and others to Miles T. and Molly F. Anderson in District 21.
Rotary Donates to United Neighbors
January 6, 2026
Recently, the McKenzie Rotary Club donated $5,000 to McKenzie’s United Neighbors.
Marriage Licenses
January 6, 2026
Jeremy Jack Gilson, 42, of McKenzie, to Cristie Hauenstein Nielson, 52, of McKenzie.
A New Chapter for Block City McKenzie
January 6, 2026
January 1 brought in a new year, new resolutions and the start of a new chapter for Block City Pizza in McKenzie. Longtime owner Matt Lane announced his departure from his family’s pizza chain on December 20, following over twelve years of owning and operating the McKenzie branch. December 31 was his final day as owner.
McKenzie Educator Karlene Ellis Earns Ph.D.
January 5, 2026
WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. (December 15) — McKenzie educator and coach Karlene Ellis was recently awarded a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies with an emphasis on educational leadership from the University of the Cumberlands. Dr. Ellis teaches Special Education at McKenzie Middle School and coaches boys' and girls' soccer at McKenzie High School.
Willard Ellis
January 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Willard Ellis, 95, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Lifecare Center of Bruceton. Funeral services are in the Chapel of Chase Funeral Home on Tuesday, …
James Graden Robinson
January 4, 2026
Mr. James Graden Robinson, 95, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Life Care of Bruceton. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 5, 2026, in …
