When a teacher hits a nerve: How the nurturing of an analogy sparked a creative jolt that hopefully finds its way to this paper
MATTHEW BURNETTE, Staff Writer Getting to interview several educators for our Manchester’s Finest publication and realizing that last week was Teacher Appreciation Week got me to thinking about my time in school. The entirety of my educational experience, from kindergarten…
What Parents Should Know About This Common Cause of Birth Defects
(StatePoint) Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages and belongs to the same family as other common viruses like the chicken pox virus. When a pregnant woman catches CMV and the growing fetus becomes infected,…
County begins ouster proceeding against commissioner Hodge
John Coffelt, Editor Following an executive session during the May 13 County Commission meeting, the legislative body voted to task the county attorney to begin the investigative process for the ouster of Commissioner Joseph Hodge. Hodge declined to comment on…
Middle Tennessee Pride Alliance to hold second chance prom
John Coffelt, Editor The Middle Tennessee Pride Alliance will hold its 18 and up LGBTQIA+ Prom: A Night to Celebrate Love, Identity, and Diversity on May 17 at the Church@117. Co-organizer and Pride Alliance President Caden Blaylock said that the…
Dusty Elam Day delivers two decades of delight
MATTHEW BURNETTE, Staff Writer Celebrating its 21st year, Dusty Elam Day offered two days of fun and community for Coffee County. On May 9, over 300 children with special needs were bussed from Coffee County Central High School where they…
Lemonade Day returning for its fourth year
MATTHEW BURNETTE, Staff Writer May 15 marks the fourth installment of the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce’s iteration of Lemonade Day, a national youth entrepreneurship program. Student designed and operated lemonade stands will be set up at each city and…
Commissioners discuss controversial agenda
John Coffelt, Editor During a work session held on the eve of two controversial votes to be held Tuesday, May 13 at 6 p.m., all but three county commissioners discuss the upcoming agenda. See full agenda The two significant topics…
Beware the Double Click! Evaluate QR Codes to Protect Against Fraud
(StatePoint) Ancient civilizations had hieroglyphics, we have QR codes: the patterned graphic boxes prompting you to access restaurant menus, pay for parking, find out information about a package and more. Generally, quick response (QR) codes are safe, but they can…
Is Your Home Wasting Water? Stop Your Leaks Before They Cost You
(StatePoint) The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat—it’s a stark reality. From wildfires in the West to massive storms battering the South, Americans are reminded each day of their environmental impact. Among the most pressing concerns is water…
Good Knight: Lady Raiders best Nolensville in Region Semis
S The Lady Raiders fended off not only the weather, but also the Nolensville Knights in a 9-1 decision at Terry Floyd Field on Monday night to advance in the 4A Region 5 Tournament. Coffee County not only avenged an…
