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(StatePoint) Holiday season travelers are a key target for scammers, and criminals are looking to cash in on you being distracted. Visa has observed an uptick in 2025 of sophisticated,…

Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer Milestones are often the catalyst of quiet reflection, particularly on the various parts that had to come together in order for them to happen. It suddenly…

Scotty Wade Roberson, age 53, of Lewisburg, formerly of Decherd, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.  He was born to Gary and Gail Roberson…

ENIS Charley Enis, 85, of Manchester, passed away peacefully on Oct. 18, 2025.  Born in Booneville, MS, he lived a life filled with love, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to…

Fred C. Willis, age 98, of Hillsboro, passed from this life on Monday, Oct. 13, at his residence. Mr. Willis was born on June 22, 1927 in Hillsboro. He was…

John Coffelt, Editor Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Brian Petersen performed the area’s first ever robotic knee replacement operation Tuesday, Oct. 28 at Unity Hospital. “This is new technology,” Dr. Petersen said.…

The Digi-Tech Pharma & AI 2026 Conference is a leading platform uniting pharmaceutical and technology leaders, healthcare innovators, regulatory authorities and solution providers to explore the evolving digital landscape in…

John Coffelt, Editor Manchester Vice Mayor Mark Messick has announced his intent to run for county mayor in 2026. Messick will not seek reelection as a city alderman once his…

Matthew Burnette, Staff Writer Pending approval from the Coffee County School Board, the school system’s newly established Innovation Committee discussed a new grant program to fund innovative, creative, and student-centered…

B The Westwood Middle School basketball teams traveled to Chapel Hill  to open play at Forrest’s World Tournament Monday. Tipping off the tournament with a doubleheader against Community, both the…