John Coffelt Editor

Commissioner Pro Tempore Dennis Hunt recites the oath of office with his wife Chris April 8 at the Coffee County Justice Center. Judge Bobby Carter administered the oath. The Aug. 1 county general election will fill the vacant position. The two political parties will offer their nomination by causes and independent candidates will have until June 7 to qualify.

John has been with the Manchester Times since May 2011. John has won Tennessee Press Association awards for Best News Photo and placed in numerous other categories. John is a 1994 graduate of Tullahoma High School, a graduate of Motlow State Community College and earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Middle Tennessee State University. He lives in Tullahoma, enjoys painting, dancing and exploring the outdoors.