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7/27/17 — Birthdays
Birthdays:
Vicky Jacobs — Pizza Winner!
Joshua Byrom, 44
Mike Sanders
Ian Prater, 16
Wayne Robinson, 51
Stacey Marshall, 33
Barbara Reynolds, 80
CCMS Volleyball to Compete in Scrimmage Play Day on Saturday
The Coffee County Middle School Lady Raider volleyball team will take part in a 9 team scrimmage play day on Saturday at the Joe Frank Patch Memorial Gym. For the 3rd consecutive year, the CHS volleyball team will be hosting the middle school play day with teams from 6 different middle Tennessee counties in attendance. The scrimmage play day begins at 9 AM and admission is $5.
The CCMS Lady Raiders will open at 9 AM on the main floor as they will take on Eagleville Middle. At 10 AM, Coffee County will face off against Fayetteville. At noon, the Lady Raiders will take on Harris before finishing up pool play at 1 PM against North Franklin. A single elimination tournament bracket will begin at 2 PM with a tournament championship set for 6 PM.
The Lady Raiders open the season on August 10th when they travel to Decherd to take on North Franklin. That match is scheduled for 5 PM. The Lady Raiders will be featured on the September 11th edition of the First National Bank Home Town Sports Series when they host Harris.
Preds Sign Arvidsson to 7 Year Deal
Viktor Arvidsson of the Nashville Predators
Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager David Poile announced Saturday that the Predators have signed forward Viktor Arvidsson to a seven-year, $29.75 million contract that will pay him an average of $4.25 million annually through the 2023-24 season.
Arvidsson, 24 (4/8/93), tied for the Predators lead in goals (31) and points (61) during the 2016-17 season, hitting the 30-goal mark alongside fellow Swede and linemate, Filip Forsberg. Arvidsson also added 30 assists in 80 games for Nashville, with his 45-point improvement from 2015-16 being the second-most in the NHL in 2016-17. The 5-foot-9, 180-pound winger also led the League in shorthanded goals, and all Preds forward in plus/minus rating (+16). Arvidsson then recorded three goals and 13 points in 22 games during his team’s run to the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.
Arvidsson led Nashville rookies in goals (8), assists (8) and points (16) during the 2015-16 season – his first full campaign with the club – and capped it off by scoring the game-winning goal in overtime of Game Six of the 2016 Western Conference Semifinals against San Jose to force a Game Seven.
Selected by Nashville in the fourth round of the 2014 NHL Draft (112th overall), Arvidsson made his NHL debut with the Predators during the 2014-15 campaign, the only player drafted outside of the first round in 2014 to dress for an NHL game that season.
Arvidsson was named to the 2015 AHL All-Rookie Team in his first season in North America after ranking third among league rookies and first on the Milwaukee Admirals in points (22g-33a-55pts). During the 2013-14 season, Arvidsson helped Skelleftea of the Swedish Hockey League win its second consecutive SHL title by tying for second in assists (12) and ranking third in points (16) during the postseason. During the title-winning season of 2012-13, Arvidsson was named Swedish junior player of the year and a finalist for the SHL rookie of the year award.
Arvidsson tied for eighth in goals (4) at the 2013 World Junior Championship, helping Sweden to a silver medal, and also earned silver at the 2011 Under-18 World Championship. He was a teammate of Forsberg on both silver-medal squads, in addition to playing with forward Pontus Aberg at the 2009 Under-17 World Hockey Challenge.
Sounds Fall to 51s in Game Three of Series
A four-run first inning did the trick for the Las Vegas 51s in a 7-2 win over the Nashville Sounds in front of 9,291 fans at First Tennessee Park Thursday night.
Sounds’ starter Zach Neal retired Brandon Nimmo on a groundout to start the game, but then yielded hits to five of the next six batters. Jayce Boyd started the scoring with a two-out, two-run double to the gap in left-center.
It didn’t stop there as catcher Xorge Carrillo followed with another double to the gap in left-center, this time scoring Boyd to make it 3-0. The final run in the inning came off the bat of Cody Decker who rifled a line drive down the left field line to plate Carrillo with the 51s’ fourth run of the frame.
Neal came back to put zeroes on the board in the second and third inning, but Las Vegas added a run on three more hits in the top of the fourth. Neal exited with two outs in the inning and took the loss after being charged with five runs on nine hits.
Meanwhile, Nashville’s offense was being stymied by Las Vegas starter Ricky Knapp who entered the game with a 4-12 record at 6.69 ERA. The right-hander worked 6 2/3 innings and held the Sounds to one run on five hits.
Trailing 7-0 in the seventh, the Sounds got on the board thanks for a pair of doubles. Matt Olson started the frame with a two-bagger to deep center field. Two batters later, Joey Wendle added to his franchise record with a double down the left field line to score Olson.
The offense struggled to get going in the setback. The team managed eight hits, but three came in the final inning when Olson, Wendle, and Mark Canha had hits.
Wendle and Olson accounted for five of the eight hits the Sounds had. Olson went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored while Wendle went 3-for-4 with a double and a run knocked in.
Chris Jensen threw 3 1/3 innings in relief, followed by scoreless innings from Patrick Schuster and Lou Trivino.
The Sounds haven’t won a series since June 1-4 against Iowa. They have another shot at it tomorrow night in the final game of the four-game set.
The series finale is scheduled for Friday night at First Tennessee Park. Right-hander Michael Brady (3-1, 3.65) starts for Nashville against right-hander Mitch Atkins (2-4, 11.20) for Las Vegas. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.
Manchester man facing Multiple Charges after Traffic Stop
Ronald Gregory Freeze… Photo provided by the CCSD.
In the arrest warrant, the deputy noted that there was a shotgun lying in the bed of the truck. After getting both the driver and Freeze out of the truck Simmons also viewed a rifle in the back seat of the truck.
The warrant goes on to state that deputies were given permission to search and when they went to where Freeze was sitting, they allegedly found on the ground a small bag of a white substance believed to be crystal meth directly below Freeze’s door. The substance weighed 4.8 grams. Also allegedly found in the vehicle were 17 morphine pills, 9 Alprazolam tablets, 12 Hydrocodone tablets and 3 Suboxone strips. Also the warrant says that deputies found 3 glass pipes, two were found on Freeze’s person and one in the vehicle.
Besides the rifle and shotgun, which were loaded Coffee County deputies located a loaded .45 caliber handgun, a .357 revolver, which was also loaded, and an unloaded .22 pistol.
Freeze was charged with manufacturing/delivering/selling/possession of controlled substance, schedule II and III drug violations, unlawful drug paraphernalia uses and activities and unlawful carrying or possession of a weapon, illegal possession of a firearm.
He was released from the Coffee County Jail after posting a $29,000 bond. Freeze is set to appear in court on September 11, 2017.
Large Drug Bust in Grundy County
The Twelfth Judicial District Drug Task Force (DTF) assisted by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) and Marion County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit (MCSO), capped off a month’s long investigation involving the distribution of over 100,000 illegal prescription pills as well as counterfeit prescription pills that contain the dangerous drug Fentanyl.
Over the course of several months DTF Agents developed information that led to search warrants being conducted at homes located in Grundy County and Marion County. As a result of those searches, law enforcement was able to seize hundreds of illegal pills, nearly $40,000 in drug related proceeds, vehicles used to transport drugs, counter-surveillance equipment, and firearms.
As a result of the first search, Anthony Leiderman was arrested and charged with Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance for Resale and Resisting Arrest after a search at his residence located in Coalmont. Upon arrival to the residence GCSO Deputies located Leiderman attempting to flush illegal pills down a toilet in the residence. Once Deputies encountered Leiderman he continued to resist arrest in an effort to destroy the pills. Deputies were able recover some of the pills as evidence after removing the toilet and dismantling some of the plumbing in the residence.
As a result of a second search, Nona Kilgore was arrested and charged with Possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance for Resale after a search of her residence located in Coalmont revealed hundreds of illegal pills. During the overall investigation, DTF Agents were able to identify Kilgore as being a key local source for many of the illegal pills being transported into Grundy County and parts of Marion County.
The investigation is ongoing and more arrests associated with this large volume of illegal pills are expected after evidence is presented to a Grand Jury.
Grundy County Sheriff Clint Shrum stated, between the overdoses and addictions, there is no telling how lives have been ruined by the sell and consumption of these drugs. Shrum added, “On the flip side of that, there is no way to measure the number of lives that will be positively impacted by the success of this investigation.” (Source Grundy Co. Herald)
Tax-Free Weekend runs through Sunday
It’s time for Tennessee’s sale tax free weekend. Freedom from sales tax on certain items runs (midnight Friday July 28, 2017) through midnight Sunday, July 30th.
There will be no sales tax on clothing, school and art supplies costing $100 or less per item; and no tax on computers that cost $1,500 or less.
For more information, check the state’s website: www.tntaxholiday.com.
MTSU Hosting the Great Tennessee Eclipse
On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will be visible along a narrow path in the continental United States from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina, and right through the heart of Tennessee. A partial eclipse will take place in Manchester around 1:30pm.
The total solar eclipse will be visible from the campus of MTSU for the first time over 500 years. The next total solar eclipse in Murfreesboro will be in the year 2566, so this truly is a “once-in-a-lifetime” event. Come to the campus of MTSU to experience the eclipse with astronomers, historians, philosophers and others.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy and the College of Basic and Applied Sciences are hosting a special viewing event on campus from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. for the Great Tennessee Eclipse. The event will be in the yard in front of the new Science Building.
Protective eclipse-viewing glasses will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
CHS Volleyball Battles Good Competition in Wednesday’s Scrimmage Play Day
Aliyah Williams sets up to serve on Wednesday at the Lady Raider Play Day
The Coffee County Lady Raider volleyball team wrapped up their preseason scrimmage schedule on Wednesday with a 10 team play day at the Joe Frank Patch Memorial Gym. The Lady Raiders played 3 matches going 1 and 2 on the day. They lost to Oakland and Lawrence County in straight sets while defeating LEAD Academy in straight sets.
The Lady Raiders face a rebuilding task in 2017 as they return only 2 starters and a senior class with only 4 players. Coach Andrew Taylor continues to be pleased with the hard work put in by his team. Taylor admits that his team will be athletic, but remains young which leads to inconsistency. When asked what his squad needs to do better, Taylor had this to say:
The Lady Raiders open the season on August 14th at home when they play host to Middle Tennessee Christian School. That match is scheduled for 6 PM. The Lady Raiders will be featured this fall on the First National Bank Home Town Sports Series. Thunder Radio’s first CHS volleyball broadcast is set for August 15th when they play host to Shelbyville at the Joe Frank Patch Memorial Gym.
Titans Training Camp Opens on Saturday – What You Should Know
Training camp kicks off on Saturday for the Titans, and the team has made some changes.
Here’s a look at some questions – and answers – to let fans know what to expect.
Where will fans watch practices?
Well, the setup around the practice fields will be different this year. Seven sets of temporary bleachers have been constructed around the fields for better sight lines at Saint Thomas Sports Park. Several of the bleachers will have awnings to provide shade for fans.
In previous years, fans stood along the fence lines. This year, standing along the sideline fence will be discouraged in order to ease traffic flow for fans. There will be ample space in the bleachers to provide seating opportunity for all guests. Two misting areas will be available for fans to cool down.
What about autographs?
Get your Sharpies ready.
The number of players made available each day will be expanded to least 15-20 per day, and each day will include several recognizable players.
The autograph area is moving, however. The new location will be near the offensive line and defensive line work area on the south end of the practice fields. Flags will designate the area and help direct fans to the location.
The list of players signing each day won’t be released ahead of time this year, but each player will be scheduled to sign at least once during training camp.
What are some others things fans should know before coming?
Fans will be allowed to bring purses, diaper bags, and small fanny packs or similar items, but they will be subject to thorough inspection. Signs will be located in the parking areas to remind fans of this policy. Backpacks, large duffle bags and suitcases will not be allowed.
In the interest of public safety, the team is instituting enhanced security measures, which include:
. Fans will go through a metal detector.
. Items not allowed on the grounds include food and beverage, coolers, liquids, umbrellas, chairs and strollers.
. Empty water bottles will be allowed and a filtered, cold water station (free to the public) will be available on the grounds. Drink stands will also be on-site.
Will I need tickets?
No. All the practices are free and open to the public, but there is a maximum capacity.
What about merchandise?
The Titans Locker Room will be on-site.
What’s the deal on parking?
Parking will continue to be limited around the practice facility. Fans can use the designated lots across the street from Saint Thomas Sports Park. Once those are filled, fans will be directed to the Ted Rhodes Park multipurpose fields (720 Mainstream Dr.), where shuttles will bring fans to and from practice. The shuttles will run continuously an hour before practice until an hour after practice. Parking is not permitted in other businesses in the MetroCenter area.
So what’s the “Friday Night Lights” practice all about?
Well, this should be cool: the Friday, Aug. 4th practice will be the first “Friday Night Lights” practice for the franchise, and the practice will take place at Centennial High School in Franklin.
The practice will be from 7:15-9:00 pm. The practice was initially set for Saint Thomas Sports Park, but the location changed.
The Titans will practice at Nissan Stadium the following night.
So, how many practices are open to the public?
This year’s schedule includes 13 open practices, including two morning practices with the Carolina Panthers on August 16-17.
The Titans will kick off training camp on Saturday at 2:40 p.m., the first of four straight days open to fans.
The Titans are scheduled to hold four evening practices, including a 6-8 p.m. practice at Nissan Stadium on Saturday, August 5.
Here’s the entire schedule:
Sat., July 29 (2:40 – 4:30 pm) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Sun., July 30 (2:40 – 4:30 pm) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Mon., July 31 (8:55 – 11:00 am) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Tues., Aug. 1 (8:55 – 11:00 am) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Thurs., Aug. 3 (8:55 – 11:00 am) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Fri., Aug. 4 (7:15 – 9:00 pm) – Centennial High School
Sat., Aug. 5 (6:00 – 8:00 pm) – Practice at Nissan Stadium
Mon., Aug. 7 (6:55 – 9:00 pm) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Wed., Aug. 9 (8:55 – 11:00 am) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Thurs., Aug. 10 (8:55 – 11:00 am) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Mon., Aug. 14 (6:55 – 8:55 pm) – Practice at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Wed., Aug. 16 (9:15 – 11:30 am) – Practice with Panthers at Saint Thomas Sports Park
Thurs., Aug. 17 (9:15 – 11:30 am) – Practice with Panthers at Saint Thomas Sports Park