Inclined to help: Winchester ramp project aims to help vets in need and their families
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer After serving their country and their communities for many years, you would think that David Jordan and Tom Furman of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 71 in Winchester would be ready to hang up their hats and…
Marchesoni to seek reelection
Coffee County Trustee John H. Marchesoni is seeking re-election in the May 5, 2026 primary election. His announcement follows as submitted. Coffee County Trustee John H. Marchesoni is seeking re-election in the May 5, 2026 primary election. Marchesoni has served…
Looking back on what scared me (and still kinda does)
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer Sometimes I find myself dumbfounded by the television shows and movies that we watched as children that were absolutely terrifying. Or at least they were to me. I’m not even referring to those more mischievous moments…
Westwood hoops sweeps Liberty in season opener
B Westwood Middle School’s boys’ and girls’ basketball teams got the 2025-26 season started the right way Tuesday evening. Hosting Liberty for a doubleheader, both the Rockets and Lady Rockets came out on top in their respective matchups. The girls…
SBCO charitable event is Nov. 1
John Coffelt, Editor The 42nd annual Sportsmen and Businessmen Charitable Organization main fundraiser will be held from 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Manchester Coffee County Conference Center. “Forty-two events later, we find ourselves in the current day, and…
Obituaries for October 22
JACOBS Frank William Jacobs, age 91, of Summitville, passed from this life Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at his residence. Mr. Jacobs was born in Summitville to his late parents Ross Frizzell Jacobs and Ida Jeretha Roberts Jacobs. He was the…
What Every Woman Should Know About Her Sexual Health at Every Age
(StatePoint) A woman’s sexual and reproductive health needs evolve throughout her life. What’s important at age 25 may look very different at 55. But are women talking about their experiences? Mayne Pharma is committed to breaking stigmas and unabashedly encourages…
Will Your New Smartphone Withstand Everyday Mishaps?
(StatePoint) With Apple’s latest smartphone lineup featuring the biggest physical redesign in years, you may be wondering if it’s time for a mobile device upgrade. New rectangular camera housing on the iPhone Air and 17 Pro models designed to accommodate…
City Schools seek approval of $4.9 million in capital expenses
John Coffelt, Editor Manchester City Schools will ask the Board of Mayor and Aldermen at the Nov. 4 meeting to pass a budget amendment for approximately $4.9 million dollars to cover projects that include a Central Office buildout and roof…
Water and Sewer approves bids for televising and leak surveying
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer The Manchester Water and Sewer Commission voted unanimously 5-0 to send a recommendation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to accept a bid from Duke’s Root Control for the remainder of the work on city…
