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Middle School Golf Teams Top North and South Franklin on Monday
Christopher Robinson of Westwood golf
The Coffee County Middle and Westwood Middle golf teams welcomed North and South Franklin to Willowbrook on Monday. The Raiders were matched up against North while the Rockets matched up against South. Each home team captured sweeps from their top duo to give each team got their first team win of the year.
For Westwood, the team of Christopher Robinson and Blake Perry captured all 3 of the flags in their match to get the Rockets off to a roaring start. The team of Gavin Prater and Ethan Rivera captured 2 flags while the team of Macie Lawrence and Cara Bell captured 2 flags as well to give the Rockets the 7 to 2 team win over North.
Logan Hale of CCMS golf
For Coffee County, the team of Logan Hale and Caleb Jarrell set the pace as they won their match 3 to 0. The teams of Chase Hancock, Bennett Williams & Olivia Lewis, along with the team of David O’Connor and Keegan Grubbs each captured 1 flag apiece to give Coffee County the 5 to 4 team win over South
Both middle school teams are back in action on Thursday when they travel to Bear Trace to take on North and South Franklin once again. Both matches will tee off at 3:30 PM.
Music Video to be shot in Manchester
Carden-Jarrell Field
Featured in the video will be Sadie Robertson (Duck Dynasty, Dancing with the Stars).
The production will be directed by former Manchester resident Joshua Lockhart and produced by the 10:10 Creative (Old Dominion, Jon Wolfe).
Their goal for the night is to fill the stands at capacity (several thousand). They require you to only be available for this amount of time, but you are more than welcome to stay after, for the remaining scenes.
Extras will be required to cheer, applaud, and react to various commands based on action on the field. Photos/videos are welcome, but they ask that you do not take photos/videos with the talent or post any content before the video is released.
Please do not wear any distracting clothing or items with logos. The colors RED and BLACK are encouraged as they will match the Coffee County Raider uniform colors.
Fire takes out home in Lakewood Park
Last week Coffee County deputies responded to a structure fire in Lakewood Park on Enfield Drive in Beechgrove.
The owner noticed smoke coming from the kitchen and then they saw flames. He advised that he and his wife went outside due to fire spreading quickly.
The owner advised the property was total loss.
New Union Volunteer Fire Department responded to extinguish the structure fire.
Shelbyville man headed to Prison after plea deal for trying to Solicit Sex from a Minor.
William “Gregg” Maupin.. Photo from the Shelbyville Times-Gazette
Maupin was arrested during an undercover operation following a lengthy investigation.
According to a news release, Maupin’s arrest came after investigators learned of a suspicious posting on Craigslist via an online tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
The Shelbyville and Winchester police departments, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation all assisted in the investigation and sting operation.
As a result of pleading guilty in federal court, Maupin is now awaiting sentencing and at a minimum faces 10 years in a Federal Prison with a maximum of up to life and a fine of up to $250,000.
Haslam’s IMPROVE Act Could Benefit More than Roads
The IMPROVE Act would make $10 billion available through a state gas tax increase to complete necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs across Tennessee. (Doug Kerr/Flickr)
Bill Moore, former chief engineer for the Tennessee Department of Transportation, said funding these transportation projects is another way of helping Tennesseans.
“They’ve identified 962 projects from Memphis to Mountain City that need to be constructed to keep Tennessee competitive,” Moore said. “A lot of these are bridges that school buses can’t even cross, the fire trucks can’t cross them, because of the weight limitations.”
The word “IMPROVE” in the plan’s name stands for “Improving Manufacturing, Public Roads and Opportunities for a Vibrant Economy.” And although it would help fund the state’s $10 billion backlog in road projects, the legislation has some opponents who argue it doesn’t include enough tax cuts for everyday Tennesseans.
The bill would cut food taxes by 20 percent and lower property taxes for some.
The IMPROVE Act includes a property tax credit for qualifying low-income residents and veterans with disabilities. Shelley Courington, advocacy director at AARP Tennessee, explained why that’s important.
“These are the folks who, the trustees say, are bringing in pennies to pay their property taxes,” Courington said. “So, this is such a great benefit to them and really will help some of our most vulnerable citizens stay in their homes.”
Moore said something must be done to get the state out of a dangerous cycle of disrepair plaguing many of its roads and bridges.
“TDOT is basically on maintenance mode – there’s not enough money coming in to build any new projects across the state,” he said. “So, this is extremely important.”
The state estimates that the gas tax increase would cost the average Tennessee family an additional $5 a month, while reducing the food tax would save them $7 a month.
Marion County Teacher’s Aide Charged for Allegedly Biting Student
Jenny Price
Jenny Price was charged with assault on a minor after she allegedly bit a small child. She was booked into the Marion County Jail and was released on an undisclosed bond. She is set to appear in court on May 10, 2017.
The incident happened at South Pittsburg Elementary school on April 13, 2017.
Timothy Clint Campbell
TIMOTHY CLINT CAMPBELL, age 56, of Tullahoma, Tenn., went to be with the Lord on Friday, April21, 2017, at The Waters at Winchester, LLC following an extended illness. Mr. Campbell was born in Winchester, Tenn., to Charlene Lee Campbell and the late Clint Campbell, on February 18, 1961. Mr. Campbell was disabled. Before becoming disabled he was a self-employed brick mason. He was a craftsman and enjoyed making pocket knives. He also loved fishing and gardening. Mr. Campbell was of the Nazarene faith. He will always be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Nelson Campbell and a sister, Lynn Byrom. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Campbell of Tullahoma, son, Jason Steele and wife, Lynda of Coffee County, Mother, Charlene Campbell of Winchester, sister, Felicia Byrom of Franklin County, Brother, Joe Campbell of Coffee County, daughters; Susie Denby of Shelbyville, Dawn Millsaps and husband, Clay of Lynchburg, Tenn., Beth Denby and David Leggett of Winchester. 3-Granddaughters and 4-Grandsons.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
GRANT FUNERAL SERVICES IN CHARGE OF THE ARRANGEMENTS
Comeback Falls Short as Sounds Lose to Sky Sox
The Nashville Sounds scored in multiple late innings Monday night, but the comeback attempt came up short in an 8-3 loss to the Colorado Springs Sky Sox at Security Service Field.
The offense was stuck in neutral against Sky Sox (12-5) starter Brandon Woodruff who tossed six shutout innings. The Sounds (6-11) managed just three hits off the right-hander but started to show signs of life when they loaded the bases in the sixth only to be turned away.
Trailing 3-0 into the seventh, Nashville’s Renato Nuñez launched his third homer of the season to trim the deficit to 3-1. With two outs in the inning, Kenny Wilson sparked a rally when he singled to extend his hitting streak to 12 games – tied for the longest active streak in the Pacific Coast League.
Wilson moved to second when Melvin Mercedes drew a walk, then came around to score when Franklin Barreto lined a base hit to left-center to make it a 3-2 game.
The momentum shifted back to the Sky Sox when Brett Phillips hit the first pitch thrown by Bobby Wahl in the bottom of the seventh over the center field wall for a solo home run and 4-2 lead.
Mark Canha wasted little time getting the run right back as he started the top of the eighth with a solo blast to left field. The next two batters reached as Chris Parmelee walked and Nuñez singled.
That’s as close as the Sounds would get to tying the game as reliever Andy Oliver came in and got Bruce Maxwell to bounce into a 6-4-3 double play. The Sky Sox turned to David Goforth who struck out Matt Chapman to end the inning, leaving the tying run at third base.
It fell apart for Nashville in the bottom of the eighth when Colorado Springs sent eight to the plate against relievers Ross Detwiler and Simon Castro. Detwiler allowed three hits before giving way to Castro who uncorked three wild pitches in the inning. When the damage was done, the Sky Sox put four runs on the board to build an 8-3 lead.
Barreto led the charge offensively with a 3-for-5 night. Nuñez added a pair of hits as the Sounds collected 11 on the night.
Daniel Gossett was solid despite taking the loss. He allowed three runs on four hits in 5 2/3 innings. He walked one and struck out six.
The series finale is scheduled for Tuesday night in Colorado Springs. Right-hander Cèsar Valdez (1-0, 2.70) starts for the Sounds against right-hander Michael Blazek (0-0, 2.70) for the Sky Sox. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m.
39 Charged after Roundup
Coffee County Sheriff’s Department and Jail… Photo by Barry West
39 people were arrested on indictments and state warrants throughout the county for various charges, including drugs. More arrests are scheduled.
Investigators and deputies with the Coffee County Sheriff’s department and investigators and officers with the Manchester Police department continue to work countless hours attempting to help make our county a much safer and hopefully drug-free place to live in.
Those arrested so far:
Alvin R Brandon- 2 counts of Schedule II drug violations and unlawful carrying or possession of a weapon
Samuel D Keith- Schedule II drug violation
Sandra B Perry- Schedule II drug violation
Jack J Hill- Schedule II drug violation
Rhonda Cargile- unlawful carrying or possession of a weapon
Robert D Jones- Schedule II drug violation
Tommy L Harmon- 2 counts of Schedule II drug violations
David L Honea- Schedule II drug violation
Bonnie J Griffy- Schedule IV drug violation
Brittany Toombs- Schedule II drug violation and contraband in a penal institution
Aaron Cox- Manufacturing/delivering/possession of a controlled substance
Mandie Underwood- Promotion of manufacture
Clint A White- Promotion of manufacture
Tiffany D Trobaugh- Schedule II drug violation
Matthew D Hogan- 2 counts Schedule II drug violations
Chelsea J Thurston- Schedule II drug violation
Jennifer M Fuqua- Schedule II drug violation
Shannon M Arnold- Schedule VI drug violation
Ralph E Arnold- Schedule VI drug violation
William Wilson- Schedule II drug violation
Charles Garvin- Schedule II drug violation
Connie G Powers- Manufacturing/delivering/possession of a controlled substance and failure to appear twice
Robin Frame- Violation of probation
Joseph Holland- Violation of probation
Gerald Mullins- Driving on revoked/suspended 3rd offense, habitual motor offender and aggravated assault
Tiffany Johnson- Schedule II drug violation
Pamela Morris- Capias/Bench warrant
Steve Warren- Violation of probation
Eric Corrigan- Child support attachment
Zachary Bryson- Violation of probation
David Mayton- Child support attachment
Kendall Keasling- Child support attachment
John Hodge IV- Child support attachment
Coty Jacobs- Schedule II drug violation
Duane Anglin- Schedule II drug violation
Nicholas Johnson- Schedule II drug violation
Meagan Meyer- Schedule VI drug violation
Tyler Sircy- Vandalism
Tony E Brinkley- Aggravated burglary and theft of property
All persons listed are assumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Missing Kentucky Teen Located in Manchester–Indiana man Charged with Statutory Rape
Gabriel Tariq Abdul-Haqq… Photo provided by the CCSD.
Manchester Police officers located the man and the juvenile in the parking lot of a business on the Hillsboro Blvd.
During police interviews the juvenile stated that around April 15th, 2017 Abdul-Haqq came to Kentucky with his stepmother and brought her to Tennessee. The unnamed juvenile stated that on Monday, April 17, 2017 that Abdul-Haqq allegedly had unprotected sexual contact with her. The juvenile also claimed that this happened two more times.
Gabriel Tariq Abdul-Haqq Age 25 of Indianapolis, IN was charged by Manchester Investigator Jonathan Anthony with 3 counts of statutory rape and adult contributing to the delinquency of a minor. His bond was set at $160,000 and his court date is May 9, 2017.