Henry County Now

05/13/2026

Obituary: Sandra K. Leach Gurley of Buchanan, Tennessee

See full obituary at https://www.henrycountynow.com/?p=188616

Sandra K. Leach Gurley, age 79, of Buchanan, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Henry County Health and Rehab. Her funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, at

05/13/2026

The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a possible missing person.
Brooke Walker was last seen on May 12, 2026 at a residence on Fields School Road in McKenzie, TN at approximately 2:00am. She was asking different residences for a ride to an unknown location. We believe she is walking, but unsure if someone gave her a ride. She may possibly have a dog with her. Mrs. Walker was last seen wearing a light colored flannel with blue jeans.

Brooke Walker is 45 years old. 5’01, 120 pounds. She has brown hair and hazel eyes.

We are wanting to make contact with Brooke Walker to make sure she is okay.

If you have any information that would assist us in locating Brooke Walker. Please contact the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. 731-986-8947

05/13/2026

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has confirmed that a new state record for a Largemouth Bass has been established.

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has confirmed that a new state record for a Largemouth Bass has been established, breaking the previous mark, which was set more than 11 years ago. Darren Nunley caught

05/13/2026

The Jackson Purchase Historical Society will host a May 16 program in Murray featuring historian Richard B. Davis discussing the influence of Forrest C. Pogue on U.S. military history.

The Jackson Purchase Historical Society will meet on Saturday, May 16 at the Calloway County Public Library at 710 Main Street in Murray, Kentucky. The meeting will begin at 10:30 am. The program for the meeting will

05/13/2026

The Downtown Paris Association is proud to once again earn accreditation from Main Street America.

Release: Paris-Henry County Industrial Committee PARIS, TN – The Downtown Paris Association (DPA) is proud to announce that it has once again earned prestigious accreditation from Main Street America for its exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitaliza...

05/13/2026

Henry County Mayor Randy Geiger announced today that Sam Bates has been appointed to serve as the next Henry County Airport Manager.

Henry County Mayor Randy Geiger announced today that Sam Bates has been appointed to serve as the next Henry County Airport Manager, effective June 1, 2026. Bob Nolan announced his retirement effective May 31, 2026, at the most recent Airport Committee

05/11/2026

Members of the Henry County Election Commission asked that a request for a determination of former County Mayor candidate Catherine Herrera’s residency status be sent to State Elections Coordinator Mark Goins for a determination.

By Shannon McFarlin News Director Paris, Tenn.–Members of the Henry County Election Commission asked that a request for a determination of former County Mayor candidate Catherine Herrera’s residency status be sent to State Elections Coordinator Mark Goins

05/11/2026

And…There are more coming! Tuesday night at 6pm…We’ll have a signing at Gamlin Gym for 13 additional students…

Paris, Tenn.–Twelve Henry County High School seniors completed the Military Oath of Enlistment as a group at the high school. And…There are more coming! Tuesday night at 6pm…We’ll have a signing at Gamlin Gym for 13 additional

05/11/2026

The keynote speaker for the upcoming McKenzie Chamber Banquet will be L.I. Smith President Patrick Smith of Paris.

McKenzie, Tenn.–The keynote speaker for the upcoming McKenzie Chamber Banquet will be L.I. Smith President Patrick Smith of Paris. The banquet will be held at 6 p.m. June 16 at Bethel University, Vera Low Cafeteria. Tickets are

05/11/2026

We are aware of multiple reports of potential threats at schools across the state. Law enforcement, including Tennessee Highway Patrol and state Office of Homeland Security agents, are responding to each location out of an abundance of caution.

From the Tennessee Highway Patrol: We are aware of multiple reports of potential threats at schools across the state. Law enforcement, including Tennessee Highway Patrol and state Office of Homeland Security agents, are responding to each location

05/11/2026

Forever Communications is looking for a motivated, creative, and driven Outside Sales Representative to join our team in Paris, TN! If you love helping local businesses grow and want to work with some of the area's leading radio and digital brands, we want to hear from you. Learn more at www.forevercom.com/pariscareer/

Here’s your chance to build a sales career with a marketing & media company that truly values its employees. Forever Communications, Inc. is a full-service marketing agency seeking an Outside Media Sales Representative based in Paris, TN, home of WLZK, Big Henry 104.7, Rocky 105, WTPR and WHDM. AP...