Zachary A. Jones
May 24, 2026
SMYRNA, Tenn. , formerly of Gleason — The family of Zachary A. Jones will have private services at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home, and interment is at Tumbling Creek Cemetery. Mr. Jones, 34, …
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Three Mustangs Ink with Jackson State
May 22, 2026
Three Huntingdon Mustang seniors signed with Jackson State Community College last week to continue their athletic careers. Shawn Simpson signed to run cross country with the Green Jays, and Silas Sharp and Caleb Ezell signed with the Green Jay baseball program.
Herrin Graduates UT Martin
May 22, 2026
MARTIN (May 2) — Andra Herrin of McKenzie graduated magna cum laude from the University of Tennessee at Martin Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies.
Genia Sherwood's School of Dance Presents "Growing Stars"
May 22, 2026
McKENZIE (May 16) — Genia Sherwood's School of Dance presented its annual recital "Growing Stars" Saturday afternoon in the Bouldin Auditorium of Bethel University's Dickey Fine Arts Building. Ten classes performed 32 routines, including several solo dances by advanced students.
Virginia Lee Dillon
May 22, 2026
HOLLOW ROCK, Tenn. — Mrs. Virginia Lee Dillon, 84, of Hollow Rock died Tuesday, May 19, at her home. Funeral services are at noon on Saturday, May 23, in the Chapel of Bruceton Funeral Home …
Theresa M. Taylor Upchurch
May 22, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Funeral services for Theresa M. Taylor Upchurch are Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Brummitt McKenzie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Thursday, …
Joy Lou Hodge
May 22, 2026
Mrs. Joy Lou Hodge, 76, of Huntingdon, Tennessee passed away Monday May 18, 2026 at Life Care Center. Funeral services were on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral …
Huntingdon School Board Bids Farewell to First Student Reps
May 21, 2026
HUNTINGDON (May 20) — The Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education met Wednesday with a light agenda, but took some time to reflect on the school year about to end and to bid farewell to the district's first-ever student school board representatives.
Area Athletes Excel at State Track Meet
May 21, 2026
KNOXVILLE (May 19) — Several area athletes excelled at the TSSAA 2026 Division I Class A State Track and Field Championships Tuesday at Tom Black Track on the campus of the University of Tennessee, including three second place finishes for McKenzie athletes and two fourth place finishes for Huntingdon.
Gerald (Jerry) L. Spain
May 21, 2026
McKENZIE, Tenn. — A memorial service for Gerald (Jerry) L. Spain (79) will be held at a later date. Mr. Spain was born on April 12, 1947, in Milan, Tenn. He married Martha Presson Spain …
Edward Watson Haynes
May 20, 2026
SAUCIER, MISS. (formerly Carroll County) -Edward Watson Haynes, 70, passed away on May 14, 2026, in Saucier, Mississippi. He was born in Fairbanks, Alabama, on April 1, 1956, to the late Johnny and …
Election Commission Certifies May 5 Primary Results Amid Low Turnout
May 19, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (May 14) — The Carroll County Election Commission officially certified the results of the May 5 primary election during its meeting on Thursday at the Carroll County Office Complex.
Liberty All Memorial Day Program
May 19, 2026
The people of Liberty All Church, 2415 Old Stage Road, Huntingdon, will honor the seventy-eight veterans buried in its cemetery on Sunday, May 24, at 10:45 a.m.
Trezevant Board Hears 2027 Budget Proposal
May 19, 2026
The proposed Street Aid Fund budget is $136,462 — a $9,199 increase from last year’s budget. Street lighting is expected to cost the town $22,500.
Carroll County Sheriff Town Hall, Community Forum Coming June 30
May 19, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (May 18) — Voters have an important decision to make on August 6, 2026 about who will lead the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, and Carroll County news media entities are working together to help voters make an informed decision. The McKenzie Banner and The Carroll County Observer are partnering to organize a Carroll County Sheriff’s Town Hall Community Forum event, as an opportunity for voters to meet the Carroll County candidates and hear their ideas for the position. The event will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6 p.m. at the Carroll County Civic Center in Huntingdon, Tenn. (201 Mustang Drive, Huntingdon TN 38344).
Five Indicted On Sex-Related Charges
May 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON (May 11) — Five men were indicted on sex-related charges by the Carroll County Grand Jury on May 11.
Carroll County Observes National Day of Prayer
May 19, 2026
McKENZIE (May 7) — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce sponsored a National Day of Prayer gathering Thursday morning at the Sgt. Lee Russell Carroll County Airport.
Huntingdon to Honor Fallen Heroes with Memorial Services
May 19, 2026
HUNTINGDON — As West Tennessee prepares for the upcoming holiday weekend, members of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #47, Huntingdon, and the Town of Huntingdon are issuing a heartfelt reminder that Memorial Day is about more than just the unofficial start of summer.
McKenzie City Council Approves First Reading of 2026-27 Fiscal Year Budget
May 19, 2026
McKENZIE (May 14) — The McKenzie City Council met Thursday, approving three items: Ordinance #578 (Amending the Zoning Map along Highland Dr.); approving Resolution 26-005 opening three seats for the November General Election; and approving the 2026-27 Fiscal Year Budget on its first reading.
Calendar 5-19-26
May 19, 2026
Second Annual McKenzie Rotary Boston Butt Sale Make sure to purchase your tickets to the annual McKenzie Rotary Boston Butt Sale.
