August 14, 2026
News
Early voting for primaries begins May 5
Early voting for the May 5 primaries will begin on Wednesday, April 15, and will run until Thursday, April 30.
BOMA approves Tourism Department; creates new department head
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the second reading of an ordinance creating a new Tourism Department during the April 7 meeting.
Household hazardous waste collection event will be April 25
The Coffee County household hazardous waste collection event will be Saturday, April 25 at Rural Solid Waste Office, 2180 Murfreesboro Highway. Dispose of left over household chemicals, lawn and garden products and automotive materials.
‘We have to have a middle school’
Manchester City Schools presents plans for new campuses
Amacher announces run for County Clerk
Jenna Amacher has officially announced her candidacy for Coffee County Clerk. Her announcement follows as submitted: Jenna Amacher has officially announced her candidacy for Coffee County Clerk in the Republican primary, emphasizing stewardship, structure, and community-focused service as the foundation of her campaign.
Safe at Home protects against abusers
With April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Secretary of State Tre Hargett reminds Tennesseans of the ‘Safe at Home’ program, a life-saving program offered through his office. The ‘Safe at Home’ Address Confidentiality Program and ‘Tennessee Businesses Against Trafficking’ continue to provide resources throughout the year to protect victims of sexual assault.
Tourism director position forwarded to BOMA
Manchester Policy and Procedures Committee postponed a job description for a Tourism Director during the March 26 meeting, needing more information before sending it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Library to see roof repairs prior to reopening
The Coffee County Manchester Public Library will remain closed until a company can come in and make what is considered by the county as “Band-Aid repairs” to get it opened.
Jimmy John’s opens Wednesday
Manchester’s family-owned Jimmy John’s is scheduled to open on Wednesday, April 8 in Manchester at 2526 Hillsboro Blvd, concluding construction that has been on-going for the past several months.