Abiose places eighth at State
S Coffee County Central freshman Naomi Abiose had the best showing for the Red Raider track team at the TSSAA Class AAA Championships in Murfreesboro, taking the final spot of the podium in the girls high jump event. Abiose had…
3 Seasonal Prep Tips to Help Homeowners Weather Summer Storms
(StatePoint) From unexpected downpours to damaging winds, homeowners should be prepared for emergency repairs when storms appear this summer. A recent nationwide survey of 1,000 homeowners by T-Rex Tape, a leading maker of premium repair tapes, revealed that 100% of…
Thinking About Renovating? Check With Your Building Department First
(StatePoint) From updating an outdated kitchen to adding a home office, home renovations can be exciting. Before you dive in, it’s critical to understand the local safety requirements that impact your projects. The International Code Council’s annual Building Safety Month campaign…
Elam recognized for years on Planning Commission
– Long-time retired Planning Commission member Paul Elam was recognized during the May County Commission meeting with family members. Presenting the recognition were Planning Members Laura Nettles and Sam Anderson and Coffee County Mayor Dennis Hunt.
Editorial: Looks like ‘business as usual’ at conference center
John Coffelt, Editor The Finance Committee threw down an ultimatum at its last meeting, “business as usual is off the table,” but during a special call Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting, in a bit of Potomac Two Stepping, the…
BOMA waffles on Conference Center fate
John Coffelt, Editor A resolution to sublease the Manchester Coffee County Conference Center failed to obtain a majority vote during the Board of Mayor and Aldermen special call meeting on May 15. The city 2025-26 fiscal budget likewise failed 3-2…
OETTINGER
Alfred Joseph Oettinger passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Al’s service will be on May 21 at Normandy Presbyterian Church, 108 Center Street, Normandy, with a visitation at 9 a.m. and service at 10 a.m.
NAUMAN
Amber Marie Nauman, of Manchester, passed this life on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville at the age of 54. Amanda was born in Anchorage, Alaska to the late David and Joyce West. During her…
FARRAR
James Farrar, age 90, of Manchester, passed away on May 16, 2025, at Vanderbilt Harton Hospital in Tullahoma. He was born on May 13, 1935, in Manchester, to parents, Price and Bertha Farrar. Along with his parents, James is preceded…
Obituaries for May 21
Locurcio It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lisa Jean Locurcio (Pursley), 52 years of age from Manchester Tennessee. Lisa passed away on May 12, 2025 surrounded by family. Lisa has touched countless lives with her…
