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John Coffelt, Editor Manchester City Schools presented a site plan at the Sept. 15 Manchester Planning Commission meeting for an addition to the Parks Street facility that houses Central Office. Joe Haddix of Heritage Civil Engineering said that the addition…

Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer It was a pleasant surprise, despite the somber circumstances, to see Vince Gill performing his hit “Go Rest High on that Mountain” alongside Lainey Wilson at last Sunday’s Primetime Emmy Awards during the In Memoriam tribute.…

(StatePoint) Olive oil, fundamental to good living in the Mediterranean region and beyond, is a healthy, delicious ingredient that’s now easier than ever to include in everything from salads and pasta to sautés and even desserts. Recent bottle design innovations…

B The Coffee County golf team kicked off the postseason with the TSSAA Division I Class AA district tournament at the Bear Trace at Tim’s Ford Monday morning. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams came home with district championships to…

John Coffelt, Editor An audit performed in October of 2024 of the Manchester Wastewater Treatment Plant has resulted in an Administrative Order of Consent proceeding with the city of Manchester. Mayor Joey Hobbs said that he, City Attorney Craig Johnson…

AZBELL Billy Leroy Azbell, of Manchester, a beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on Sept. 15, 2025, just days before his 79th birthday. He was born on Sept. 20, 1946, in Coila, Mississippi, to Bill and Ruby Azbell.…

Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer Coffee County Mayor Dennis Hunt announced in a social media post on Wednesday Sept. 17 that he nominated the old Riverview School on Emerson Street in Manchester for an assessment by the Tennessee Department of Environment…

M For the last half-decade, Common John Brewing Company has provided Manchester craft beer enthusiasts with the ability to enjoy distinctive local brews they can call their own. No need to look elsewhere for these eclectic, laid-back taprooms when there’s…

B The Coffee County volleyball team took a break from its road slate to host the Dream for Weave Southern Slam Saturday. The Lady Raiders went 5-1 over the course of the tournament, starting with a 3-0 record in pool…

(StatePoint) Among the many implications of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed into law this past July 4, are cuts to health and nutrition benefits for millions of Americans, which could have significant negative implications for babies and children, according…