Give them their flowers: Bruce’s Florist to close after 80 years in Manchester
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer First and foremost, Shirley Campbell gives God the credit for the longevity that Bruce’s Florist has experienced in Manchester. While reflecting on her time at the shop as it prepares to close its doors after nearly…
Planning works to resolve Ag district resolution problems
John Coffelt, Editor Coffee County Planning Commission recommended by a 4-1 vote during the Aug. 26 meeting changes in the county zoning resolutions to better define conditions to grant variances for minor subdivisions in the A-1 agricultural district. The commission…
Fall Yard Cleanup Tips from Lawn Care Experts
(StatePoint) Fall means school is back in session, football season’s beginning, and your lawn is going to need some extra care to stay healthy through winter. “With the change in seasons, your lawn care routine is also going to change…
PREP ROUNDUP: Coffee County volleyball sweeps Franklin
B Coffee County volleyball got its week off to a good start Tuesday evening. Back in action following Labor Day weekend, the Lady Raiders picked up a 3-0 home victory over Franklin County, winning by set scores of 25-15, 25-15…
And the crowd goes… home
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer Sports have never really been my forte. I don’t ever make it a point to sit down and watch a ball game unless forced to when outnumbered by a larger more interested party on occasions like…
Stay! Because Boot Scootin’ Groomin’ comes to you
Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer You don’t have to get down, turn around or go to town to enjoy the services offered by Boot Scootin’ Groomin.’ Cheyanne Bentley, who operates the mobile dog grooming business, says that she’s had a great…
Obituaries for Aug. 3
GESELL We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jon Samuel Gesell a resident of Manchester, Tennessee. He passed away on Aug. 26, 2025 after a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 67. He died peacefully…
CCMS Raiders shut out by Wildcats
B Turnovers proved to be a reoccurring issue for Coffee County Middle School football Tuesday evening. Back home to face rival Tullahoma following their first win of the season the week before, the Red Raiders were unable to reach the…
Coffee County Bank celebrates 50 years in operation with free lunch Sept. 12
S Celebrating the past and looking to the future, Coffee County Bank will highlight a half-century of operations, as well as its commitment to remaining local for the long haul, at its annual customer appreciation on Friday, Sept. 12. Punctuated…
Save the MAC event seeks donors
John Coffelt, Editor After several capital expenses that depleted its coffers, the Manchester Arts Center is working to remedy some of those losses through a Save the MAC event Sept. 6, from 4-7 p.m. The Manchester Arts Center, located at…
