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Haslam looking for “Comfort Level” with Lawmakers
Gov. Bill Haslam
Haslam argues that the state doesn’t bring in enough money to meet its road building and maintenance needs through its 21.4-cent gas tax. The governor says there’s a $6 billion backlog in state road projects awaiting funding.
But lawmakers are wary about voting for hiking the gas tax for the first time since 1989 despite arguments that paying the tax at the pump is similar to a fee for using state roads.
Haslam is expected to deliver his budget address on Jan. 30.
Motlow Closed Jan 16
Motlow State Community College will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, according to college officials. The closing includes all college facilities, including libraries and computer labs, on the Moore County, Fayetteville, McMinnville, and Smyrna campuses. Regular business hours for all sites will resume on Jan. 17. Spring semester classes begin on Jan. 17 at all locations. Students can register for classes through Jan. 16, although the deadline to fill out a Motlow College application for admission is Jan. 11. For more information, visit the Motlow website at mscc.edu or call 931-393-1500 or 800-654-4877.
1/8/17 — James Richard York
James Richard York was born January 3, 1943, to the late James Casto and
Elsie Lone Crouch York of Manchester, Tennessee. He was also preceded in
death by a sister; Billie M. Moran. He is survived by his loving and
devoted wife Joyce Elaine York. James and Joyce made Manchester their
home. He was a member of the Manchester Church of God, repaired
appliances at Garner’s Furniture store before retirement and enjoyed
spending time with his family. He is also survived by four children;
Dennis R. York (Kathy) of Hillsboro, Tennessee, Keith D. York (Jan) of
Manchester, Tennessee, Rhonda S. Cleek of Shelbyville, Tennessee, and
Becky R. Harden (Jamie) of Manchester, Tennessee, eight grandchildren;
Tasha B. Long of Manchester, Tennessee, Maggie George, Tyler York of
Manchester, Tennessee, Kinsey York of Manchester, Tennessee, Kristina
Cleek of Shelbyville, Tennessee, Elaine Holt of Manchester, Tennessee,
Brooklyn Bruner of Manchester, Tennessee, Caleb Harden of Manchester,
Tennessee, three great-grandchildren; Abel Long, Karmenn Pruitt, and
Haylely Holt, and three brothers; Sammy L. York (Elaine) of Manchester,
Tennessee, Charles R. York (Cathy) of Manchester, Tennessee, and Lee R.
York (Kathy) of Wartrace, Tennessee.
VISITATION: Saturday, January 7, 2017, 4 – 7:00 P.M. at the Central
Funeral Home, 2812 Hillsboro Highway, Manchester, Tennessee
FUNERAL: Sunday, January 8, 2017, 2:00 P.M. at the Central Funeral Home
BURIAL: Welker Cemetery
CENTRAL FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF THE ARRANGEMENTS.
Preds Finish Back-to-Back with Loss to Panthers
Craig Smith evened the score in the third period, but the Florida Panthers got the lead back and hung on for a 2-1 win over the Nashville Predators at BB&T Center on Friday night. The result sees Nashville’s four-game road win streak come to an end, giving them a one-goal loss as they conclude their back-to-back set in Florida.
Juuse Saros received the start in net and made 32 saves on the night. The outing was just the second time in seven games this season he’s given up more than one goal.
“For whatever reason, we didn’t generate enough chances and made it easy on them,” Preds Captain Mike Fisher said. “We came out in the third with a little more urgency and played pretty good, had some chances and felt like we were taking over the game, but the first two periods, we weren’t skating, we weren’t good enough.”
“They were a little bit quicker than us to start the game,” Nashville Head Coach Peter Laviolette said. “I thought the speed picked up as the game went on, but they seemed to have the jump on us early on.”
After Greg McKegg scored early for the Panthers, Saros and the Preds held their opponents off the scoresheet until Craig Smith found twine at 5:03 of the third, his seventh of the season and first since Nov. 23. But five minutes later, Jonathan Marchessault got a shot to squeak past Saros and the Predators were unable to beat James Reimer on a late push, ultimately falling on the road for the first time in their last five tries.
“Juuse was really good, and the travel, the back-to-back might have gotten to us, because it just seemed like we had no legs [in the first two periods],” forward Ryan Johansen said. “In the third, I was impressed with the guys – we really threw it all out there, just couldn’t tie it up.”
After two games in the last 48 hours, the Preds will get a chance to rest on Saturday before getting together with the Blackhawks on Sunday evening at United Center.
“Always a good test,” Johansen said of facing Chicago. “Always a fun building to play in. We’ll get some rest and focus on another big divisional game on Sunday.”
Notes:
During Friday’s game, a one-year contract was announced for defenseman Matt Irwin that covers the 2017-18 season. After starting the season in the AHL, Irwin worked his way back to the club and has been up ever since, with the new deal reflecting his superior play for the Predators.
“I’ve been around long enough that you know your opportunity will come at some point, and it’s just one of those things where it’s what you do with it,” Irwin said. “I know I can play in the League and to just come to work every day, work hard and I couldn’t be more happy and thankful for the opportunity they have given me… The Preds gave me an opportunity to come back and contribute, and I couldn’t be happier to be here.”
James Neal and Viktor Arvidsson did not play in Friday’s game with upper-body injuries and remain day-to-day.
Twenty-year-old and 2014 second-round pick Vladislav Kamenev skated in his first NHL game on Friday night, registering one shot and one hit in 10:21 of ice time.
The Predators next game will be the finale of their three-game road trip, a Sunday evening (6 p.m. CT) contest in Chicago, before returning home to host Vancouver on Tuesday. Thunder Radio will bring you the broadcast as part of the Fifth Third Bank/Nashville Predators Radio Network.
Wedding Dresses Through the Decades
6th ANNUAL AWARD WINNING EXHIBIT PRESENTED BY OAKLANDS MANSION
January 21 – March 5, 2017
Photo: Ken Robinson Photography
Stories of our community will come to life through wedding gowns on display at Oaklands Mansion, where every dress tells a love story. Step back into time and experience the common threads that weave together the lives of women as we explore women’s history, fashion history, cultural history and the history of our community. Over fifty gowns will be placed on loan and exhibited, most for the first time. The “Wedding Dresses Through the Decades” exhibit in Maney Hall at Oaklands Mansion will take place from January 21 through March 5, 2017.
Vintage gowns from the past 100 years will be on display along with brides’ photos and stories from their wedding day. Featured this year is the 1967 gown of Barbara Mandrell, which was handmade by her mother, and the white naval uniform worn by her husband, Ken Dudney. In addition, Barbara’s 25th Anniversary renewal silver lace gown worn in 1992 will be on display. It was made by Emmy Awarding Winning American fashion designer, Bob Mackie. He was the costume designer for Carol Burnett on The Carol Burnett Show and its spinoff, Mama’s Family. During this exhibit, guests will have the rare opportunity to view items from not only the museum’s collection, but also elegant and fashionable wedding dresses worn by ladies from Murfreesboro and around the country.
FREE STUFF!
Brides-to-be, don’t forget to register your name for The Virtual Bridal Show’s giveaways!
3 day/2 night Platinum Vacation Getaway from MCCCC
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Other prizes include:
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Tickets to Oaklands Mansion’s Wedding Dresses through the Decades exhibit in Murfreesboro, TN.
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Timeless, classic, stud pearl earrings from Woodards Diamonds and Design
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LOWER-LEVEL Tickets to a March 30 Nashville Predators hockey game vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
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Free tuxedo rental (up to $100)
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O’Charley’s Restaurant $25 gift card
Elementary Basketball Tournament Begins Saturday
Because of hazardous weather conditions, the Coffee County Youth Basketball League tournament games that were scheduled for Saturday, January 7 have been moved back one week to Saturday, January 14. Therefore, the tournament semi-finals will be moved to Saturday, January 21 and the finals and consolation games will be moved to Saturday, January 28. The cheerleader exhibition will also be held on January 28. All game times will remain as scheduled.
Based on the regular season records, the following lists show the seeding for the tournament.
Girls
1 – Westwood
2 – New Union
3 – Hillsboro
4 – College Street
5 – North Coffee
6 – East Coffee
7 – Hickerson
Boys
1 – College Street
2 – Westwood
3 – Hillsboro
4 – Hickerson
5 – New Union
6 – North Coffee
7 – Deerfield
8 – East Coffee
The tournament schedule for January 14 is:
9:00 – Boys – East Coffee vs. College Street
10:00 – Girls – Hickerson vs. New Union
11:00 – Boys – Deerfield vs. Westwood
12:00 – Girls – East Coffee vs. Hillsboro
1:00 – Boys – North Coffee vs. Hillsboro
2:00 – Girls – North Coffee vs. College Street
3:00 – Boys – New Union vs. Hickerson
* Westwood girls got a first round bye.
Thunder Radio will keep you updated on results and pairings throughout the elementary tournament and bring you interviews with the champions on the Coffee Coaches Show later in the month.
1/6/17 — Birthdays
Birthdays:
Elizabeth Jones, 17 — Pizza Winner!
Debbie Vandagriff
James Myers, 49
Anniversaries:
Doug & Treva Bundy, 50
Food Lion Birthday Cake Winner:
Debbie Vandagriff
Flowers by Michael Anniversary Winner:
Ray & Carolyn Kennedy, 43
CCMS Basketball Game from Thursday Moved to Tuesday
Thursday night’s Coffee County Middle School basketball game with Warren County was postponed on Thursday night due to the possibility of bad weather. Thursday night’s games with Warren County have been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 10th. The game was also scheduled to be a part of the 1st National Bank Hometown Sports Series. Our next broadcast of middle school basketball will be on Monday when Coffee County hosts Cannon County at the CCMS Gym. The girls’ game will tip off at 6 PM. Thunder Radio will bring you live coverage beginning with the pregame show at 5:50 with Lucky Knott on the call.
Coffee County Basketball Returns to Hardwood Tonight
Tonight on Thunder Radio will be Coffee County Central High School basketball as the Raiders and Lady Raiders will take on Columbia at the Joe Frank Patch Memorial Gym. Friday night is the 2nd district game of the week after Coffee County’s sweep over Lincoln County on Tuesday night. The girls’ game will tip off at 6 PM and Thunder Radio will bring you all the action. Our live coverage begins at 5:50 with the Char-El Apartments and Home Rental Pregame Show. The Lady Raiders will travel to Chattanooga on Saturday to take on Baylor. The varsity game is scheduled for 6 PM(EST) in the girls’ only contest.