Coffee dominates battle of the Raiders
S On Monday night, the Coffee County Lady Raiders returned home with another dominant win, while the Red Raiders got back on track with a win over Spring Hill. For the fourth time in five games, the Coffee County Lady…
Coffee splits Saturday road trip at Lincoln County
S On Saturday night, the Coffee County Lady Raiders were able to pick up their eighth straight win in a dog fight of a basketball game, while the Red Raiders had a tough time with the hot-handed Falcons. After three…
Lady Raiders end season with loss to Blackman
S On Friday night, the Coffee Middle Lady Raiders’ bid for a perfect season came to an end in the AAA Section 2 Final. In the game, the Blackman Flames won decidedly, 50-30. “It’s on me,” said Coach David Vinson.…
Coffee sweeps Warren for the season, Rivalry brings big charity
S On Friday night, the Coffee County Lady Raiders scored over 70 points for a third straight game while the Red Raiders defeated the Pioneers in an impressive road win. Rivalries can, more often than not, bring out the worst…
Nonprofit helps single mothers grow Unstoppable
JOHN COFFELTEditor Unstoppable Women, a local non-profit that is helps single mothers who fall between the gap between gainful employment and government aid, is working to expand its efforts for a bigger, brighter year. Herself a single mother, Megan Ferrell…
City finds scores of missing job descriptions
JOHN COFFELTEditor Manchester City has about 165 personnel in its employ, yet according to the person tasked with the city’s human resources tasks many are working without proper job description. City employee Christine David, who was recently hired as Payroll…
Beans Creek Winery celebrates 20th anniversary
N With 20 years of memories and countless bottles of wine enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, Beans Creek Winery is in the midst of celebrating its 20th anniversary in a big way. Located at 426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester, the…
Lady Raiders cruise to Sectional Championship with win over Brentwood
S On Thursday night at Stewarts Creek Middle School, the Coffee Middle Lady Raiders defeated the Brentwood Lady Vikings to move on to the AAA Section 2 Final. The Lady Raiders would charge ahead at the start, leading 12-8 after…
Lady Raiders beat Oakland, advance to Section Semifinals
S On Wednesday night at Stewarts Creek Middle School the Coffee Middle Lady Raiders beat the Oakland Chargers to advance to the AAA Section 2 Semifinals. The Lady Raiders had the edge to start, outscoring the Chargers 9-6 in the…
City Attorney says enforcement of Bonnaroo ticket tax questionable
J City Attorney Craig Johnson recently called a fee unenforceable that was negotiated at the time of the Bonnaroo property annexation into Manchester city limits in April of 2021. “It’s very questionable whether we can enforce (the ordinance),” Johnson told…
