July 9, 2026
Opinion
Tips for surviving a Tennessee summer
MATTHEW BURNETTE Staff Writer It’s that time of year in Tennessee that a lot of folks dread. The sun is showing out and making itself…
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News
Mayor asks MCS for financial commitment for new school
JOHN COFFELTEditor During a joint work session of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Manchester Board of Education on July 7, Mayor Joey Hobbs asked the school district for an annual financial commitment of $1 million to help potentially fund two new schools. “We’ve been discussing where we need to go as far…
Arts & Entertainment
Crabb to take the Manchester stage
MATTHEW BURNETTE Staff Writer The Manchester Event and Visitor Center will be filled with faith-based music as multi-award-winning artist Jason Crabb takes the stage on July 9 for a family-friendly show in an intimate setting. Crabb, a two-time Grammy winner who also has over 20 Dove Awards under his belt, is currently on tour promoting…
Sports
One year in, Olivia Vinson carving own path at Lipscomb
MATT TYSON Staff Writer Basketball is more than just a game for Olivia Vinson. It’s in her family’s DNA and has been a part of…
Living
One year down: Hargrove reflects on his first year in Coffee County schools
MATTHEW BURNETTE Staff Writer As his first 12 months on the job wraps up, Coffee County Director of Schools Scott Hargrove is looking back on…