August 11, 2026
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Inaugural P&P meeting clarifies on-call pay for Water Dept.
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A Little Dab’ll Do Ya
A few months ago, we reminisced about cough drops, baby aspirin and various medications from days gone by. That opened the floodgates. Many readers shared memories of products we rarely see today. Let’s take a trip down the aisles of the supermarkets of our childhood.
Earth Day highlights importance of environmentally safe vape disposal
M anchester City Schools has joined educators and health partners to highlight the environmental hazards posed by improperly discarded vape devices and the importance of safe, responsible disposal.“Although the environmental damage of vapes has not been as widely publicized over the years, concerns have been frequently raised about the health risks of the devices to children and adults,” said Dr. Joey Vaughn, Director of Manchester City Schools. “This Earth Day, we are proud to work alongside the Westwood Middle School Student Council and the Coffee County Collaborative to address this dual threat. By maintaining 100% tobacco-free campuses and providing safe disposal pathways, we are protecting both our students’ futures and our community’s natural resources.”
The weird key(chains) to life
While putting the office key in the door to start a new workday, the sound of a metal amalgam hitting the ground suddenly rang through the air sparking a moment of reflection.
Drug Coalition provides Narcan, drop boxes at Kingwood Arms
Drug Coalition provides Narcan, drop boxes at Kingwood Arms
City extend Oakdale sidewalks
City extend Oakdale sidewalks
Inaugural Innovation grant recipients announced
T he first batch of recipients for the Coffee County School System’s new Innovation Grants were announced at the Feb. 9 school board meeting.
City to offer town hall concerning Water and Sewer
M anchester City officials will hold a town Hall from 5-6:30 p.m. on March 11 at City Hall to answer questions concerning Manchester Water and Sewer.
Election 2026
County party primary – Tuesday, May 5 Voter Registration Deadline – Monday, April 6, Early Voting Period -- Wednesday, April 15 – Thursday, April 30 Absentee Ballot Request Deadline – Saturday, April 25 General Election -- Thursday, August 6, 2026 Qualifying Deadline – Tuesday, March 10 at noon Voter Registration Deadline – Tuesday, July 7 Early Voting Friday, July 17 – Saturday, August 1 Absentee Ballot Request Deadline – Monday, July 27
Two incumbents, former Water directors pick up papers for aldermen
T wo incumbents and nine other Manchester residents have picked up qualifying petitions for the upcoming Aug. 6 General Election where three aldermen seats are up for grabs.