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Raiders Drop District Game At Columbia
CHS Senior J.P. Duncan
District 8-AAA baseball action continued on Tuesday for the Coffee County Red Raiders as they traveled to Columbia.
The Lions jumped to an early 3-0 lead and never looked back as they knocked off the Raiders 5-0. Starting pitcher Daniel Gassman took the loss and JP Duncan had two hits to lead the offense.
Coffee County 1-6 in district play return home on Wednesday for a 6:00 PM game with the Lions. Thunder Radio will have the broadcast starting at 5:50pm.
4/9/15 —- Bessie F. Teague
Mrs. Bessie F. Teague, age 88 of Manchester, Tennessee passed away, Monday, April 6, 2015 at Manchester Health Care Center.
Graveside Services will be held Thursday, April 9 at 2 PM at Bethany Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be Thursday, April 9 from 11 AM until 1:30 PM at Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.
Mrs. Teague, a native of Tullahoma, was the daughter of the late Walter and Avery Maude Ferrell.
She was raised in a large family with many brothers and sisters. She enjoyed cooking and watching her soap operas, especially her favorite, The Young and The Restless. She enjoyed being “Granny” to her niece and nephew, Kathy Neal Winton and Billy Neal.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her husband, Burnzey “Buddy” Teague.
Mrs. Teague is survived by her nephew, Billy Neal of Nashville; her niece, Kathy Winton and her husband, James of Manchester and one sister, Edna Brinzentine of Bridgeport, AL.
DAVES-CULBERSTON FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
Coffee County Names Micah Williams New Boy’s Basketball Coach
New CHS basketball coach Micah Williams
Describing the opportunity as “a dream come true,” Micah Williams was named the new head coach for the Coffee County Central High School boy’s basketball team late Tuesday afternoon. Williams, a 2006 graduate of CHS, has been an assistant coach for the last 2 seasons for the Red Raiders.
Principal Dr. Joey Vaughn announced the hiring by saying he was “incredibly excited about the opportunity this hire brings to the basketball program.” Vaughn went on to say “This young man is invested in this community and expressed a commitment not only to the Coffee County basketball program, but to Coffee County as a whole. Micah left this community as a Division 1 basketball player and a professional player and chose to come back to this community because he wants to be here. That was a huge factor in our decision.” Vaughn also saw another benefit to William’s time away from the community saying “Micah’s Division 1 and professional playing experience brings credibility to the players that relates better to our players than any previous coaching experience would.”
Williams is the most celebrated Red Raider basketball player in the last 30 years and arguably one of the best players to ever play for Coffee County/Manchester. After graduating CHS in 2006, Micah played for 4 years at East Tennessee State University where he graduated in 2011. Micah went on to play professional basketball in England and Japan. Williams suffered a broken foot in his 2nd season overseas “which turned out to be a blessing in disguise” according to Williams. The injury allowed Micah “settle down, get married and begin his coaching career at Coffee County.”
When asked who he would like to thank, Coach Williams responded to Thunder Radio with the following:
“ I would like to give a special thank you to my wife Holly Williams. I want to thank her for being by my side, keeping me level headed, and always being supportive. I truly appreciate everything that she does for me…Thank you for your love and support… I love you!
I would like to thank Dr. Joey Vaughn for his support and trust in me to lead this program. Dr. Vaughn has been a pleasure to work for and with over the past 2 years. A great leader, a great principal, but most importantly a great man… It has been great working with him, and I’m definitely looking forward to many years of the same.
“I would like to thank Dr. Ladonna McFall for her support and for giving me the opportunity to lead the basketball program”
Micah Williams during his playing days at East Tennessee State University ( Photo courtesy of www.etsubucs.com )
I would like to thank Coach Andrew Taylor. My former high school basketball coach. Andrew has been nothing but the best to me for many years. Coach Taylor, not only was my coach, but to this day, an outstanding mentor and I appreciate everything he has done for me over the years. Thank you!
Next, I would like to thank Coach Ben Holl. Ben and I have worked together as assistants over last 2 seasons. Ben has been phenomenal to work with. A guy who does a lot of things behind the scenes that helps keep our program running. It is always great to work with someone who truly understands the definition of hard work and dedication and is striving to be the best teacher and coach that he can be.
Last but definitely not least… I want to thank my family. Wysteria Williams (mother), Ralph Williams (father), and Taurean Williams (brother). My family has always been there for me. At an early age, the foundation of a positive leader was shown to me… They pushed me and encouraged me to never settle for mediocre and to this day I strive to be the best husband, son, brother, coach, and role model that I can be. I can’t thank my family enough, for their love and support. Thank you guys… I love you all.
It is truly a blessing to be the Head Basketball Coach at Coffee County Central High School. I would like to thank the community of Manchester for your many years of support and I ask that the support will increase for these kids in this program. Thank you in advance!!”
Williams, who will take over immediately, wants to hit the ground running as he will prepare his team for spring tryouts and summer workouts. Williams expects 3 year assistant Ben Holl to stay on as an assistant. Williams hopes to add two assistant coaches in the coming months. Micah Williams will be a guest on Saturday’s Coffee Coaches Show at 10 AM. The show is broadcast live from Al White Ford/Lincoln and folks are encouraged to come out and meet the coach. The show can be heard on Thunder Radio (AM 1320, 107.9 FM & WMSRradio.com)
Rescue Squad Helps Teenagers To Safety
Coffee County Rescue Squad members prepare to hit the water… Photos by Barry West
Manchester Police was called to the scene, but they turned over the situation to Coffee County authorities due to the area being outside the city.
The Coffee County Rescue Squad was dispatched to the scene around 6:30pm for a water rescue. The rescue squad members did an outstanding job as they were able to put a small boat in the water and transported to five teenagers to safety. Neal Simmons of the rescue squad said the three males and two females were not hurt, only cold. Three of the five are from Manchester and the other two are from Monteagle.
Coffee County EMA and EMS also responded to the scene.
Weekly Gas Price Update
Lower gas prices may be on the way for U.S. consumers by this summer if refinery maintenance ends smoothly and crude oil remains relatively cheap. It is even possible that gas prices will return to near $2 per gallon in some areas, as long as there are no unexpected problems in the meantime. AAA does not expect the national average to rise above $3 per gallon this year.
“There is a real hope that gas prices could drop significantly in time for the busy summer driving season,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The overall outlook looks good for drivers, and with any luck we will avoid the types of problems that often lead to higher gas prices at this time of year.”
Many refineries have completed seasonal maintenance, though unexpected problems could still occur. Many refineries and wholesalers will switch to more expensive summer-blend gasoline by May 1 to meet EPA clean air regulations.
The cost of crude oil is likely to be the most important factor influencing gas prices over the next few months. At the close of Friday’s formal trading on the NYMEX, WTI settled at $49.55 per barrel – 68 cents higher than the week before. Many experts believe that crude oil prices may drop further due to abundant supplies, but international conflict, declining production or other issues could result in higher prices.
Sunday’s national average price for regular unleaded gasoline was $2.38 per gallon. Consumers are paying 4 cents less than last week, 8 cents less than a month ago, and $1.19 less than the same date last year.
Tennessee’s average price is $2.12 per gallon and the low price in Manchester is down to $2.02 and in Tullahoma the low price is up slightly this week at $2.07 per gallon.
Musical Opening At Motlow
The Motlow College theatre department will present an original musical, “Issues” next week in Powers Auditorium inside Eoff Hall on the Moore County campus. The musical, written by Jeannie Gallant, associate professor of communications at Motlow, and her students, focuses on issues such as bullying, self-image and racism.
The 75-minute show will have performances on Thursday and Friday, April 9 and 10, at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; and Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday’s show will feature a question and answer session with the class after the performance.
The issues that are addressed throughout the musical are bullying, teen violence in dating relationships, self-image, racism and homelessness.
For more information, please call 931-393-1730.
New Anti-Smoking Campaign Goes After E-Cigarettes
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has kicked off its new Tips from Former Smokers campaign, highlighting the health effects of smoking on the body beyond just the heart and lungs. Photo credit: Taylor Evers/Flickr.
Colon cancer, vision problems and myths about “vaping” – a slang term for using e-cigarettes – are featured in a new CDC public health campaign called Tips from Former Smokers. According to CDC senior medical officer Dr. Tim McAfee, the public awareness of smoking-related health damages beyond the heart and lungs is limited, but the risks have been proven scientifically. He says vaping is being aggressively marketed as a way to help smokers quit. So far research shows it doesn’t help. McAfee also cites research showing that reducing the amount of traditional smoking by using e-cigarettes doesn’t help, either. “The 2010 Surgeon General’s Report found that fewer cigarettes per day does not reduce cardiovascular disease,” he says. “The only way to stop the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is to quit smoking completely.” The anti-smoking campaign features television and radio spots, online images, video and print components, all bearing testimonials from former smokers now dealing with major health problems – and directing smokers to call the Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW. “Julia” is one of the former smokers in the CDC campaign. She details her life after colon cancer, which she says is the result of more than 30 years of smoking, starting as a teenager. “It wasn’t just about the physical pain and suffering I endured, it was also the fear and sadness I saw in my family,” she says. “That hurt almost more than the cancer itself.” Other former smokers share their stories about rectal cancer, lung cancer and age-related macular degeneration.
4/11/15 — Florence Taylor
Mother Flarence Taylor 93, of Winchester passed Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Golden Living in Winchester, TN.
She was born to the late Lena Hill and William Jackson Taylor in Belvidere, Tennessee on July 18, 1921, Mother Taylor was the youngest of eight children, and was the last survivor.
She united in marriage to the late Jesse Taylor on February 22, 1940 and God blessed this union with three children: Jesse Willis, who preceded his mother in death; Fred and Joanne.
She leaves to cherish her memories, son, Fred (Linda) Taylor of Tullahoma, TN;
daughter, Joanne (Willie C.) Hill of Winchester, TN;
19 grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren
sisters-in-law, Mrs. Anna Lou Taylor and Mrs. Gracie Taylor both of Elyria, Ohio
brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Maxine Taylor of New Orleans, Louisiana;
Host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Among her devoted friends are Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy King, and caregivers: Ms. Jennifer Boesch, Ms. Rhonda Sanders Knott and the late Ms. Margaret Fuqua Brown.
Visitation Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 12:00 Noon at Holy Covenant Original Church of God in Winchester with Funeral Services to follow at 1:00 pm at Holy Covenant Original Church of God with Minister Shiro Burnette officiating .
Interment Farris Chapel Cemetery
Holy Covenant Original Church of God
308 4th Avenue S.E.
Winchester, TN 37398
J.A. Welton & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Holy Covenant Original Church of God
308 4th Avenue S.E.
Winchester, TN 37398
4/8/15 —- Jodi Rust White
Funeral services for Mrs. Jodi Rust White, age 41, of Tullahoma, will be conducted at 1:00 PM Wednesday in the Tullahoma Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tom Murdock officiating.
Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Memorial Gardens.
Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00 till 7:00 PM Tuesday evening at Tullahoma Funeral Home.
Jodi passed away Saturday at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
She was born in Tullahoma.
Jodi is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Richard Beam and Ronald Wayne Ray.
She loved gardening, travel and her dogs, Sam, Henry and Rusty. Jodi was proud to be an organ donor. 
The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Tullahoma Animal Shelter.
She is survived by her husband, Charles White, mother, Donna Rust, father, Tommy (Trish) Rust, sister, Jessica Rust, grandmother, Geraldine Rust Beam, grandmother, Wanda Bell Mitchell, and numerous aunts and uncles and cousins.
Tullahoma Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Jodi Rust White.
4/8/15 —- Edna M. Holt
Edna M. Holt, age 89 of Tullahoma, Tennessee passed away, Sunday, April 5, 2015 at Harton Regional Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 11 AM at the Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Stockton officiating.
Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, April 7 from 5 – 8 PM at Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.
Mrs. Holt, a native of Gadsden, AL was the daughter of the late Lonnie R. and Mary Farrar Mullins.
She operated her own school bus company and transported many local children to school in Tullahoma. She enjoyed traveling, flower gardening, working crossword puzzles and cooking.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Holt Sr.; six brothers, J N, Leslie, Joe W, Clifton, Everett and Virgil Mullins and one sister, Nellie Harris.
Mrs. Holt is survived by two sons, William Haynes Holt Jr and his wife, Sheria of Murfreesboro and Robert L. Holt and his wife, Pat of Jefferson City; two daughters, Betsy Stockton and her husband, Donald of Livingston and Bonny Brandon and her husband, Jim of Manchester; her “Good Buddy”, Luther Baker Jr. of Tullahoma; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and loving friends.
DAVES-CULBERSTON FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS