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Tennessee gas prices drop 2 cents over past week; Coffee County prices below state average
The Tennessee gas price average declined slightly over last week, falling nearly two cents, on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.87 which is a penny less than one month ago and 97 cents more than one year ago.
In Coffee County, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $2.84 as of Monday afternoon, which is 3 cents below the state average and well below the national average of $3.18.
“Leading up to Labor Day, pump price fluctuations are likely to continue due to high crude oil prices,” said Megan Cooper, spokesperson, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Traditionally, gas demand typically drops considerably at the end of the summer which brings much needed relief at the pump to drivers in the fall and winter driving seasons.”
Quick Facts
· 92% of Tennessee gas stations have prices below $3.00
· The lowest 10% of pump prices are $2.66 for regular unleaded
· The highest 10% of pump prices are $3.17 for regular unleaded
· Tennessee remains the 9th least expensive market in the nation
National Gas Prices
New data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) showed that gas demand and supply decreased. Moving from 9.78 million b/d to 9.43 million b/d last week, the latest demand measurement is 500,000 b/d lower than the rate at this time in 2019, signaling that summer gas demand is likely softening as the school year starts and concerns about transmission of COVID-19 grow as infection rates continue to increase. Additionally, total domestic gas stocks declined by 1.3 million bbl to 227.5 million bbl.
Although the drop in demand has helped to minimize pump price increases and stabilize the national average, elevated crude prices continue to keep pump prices high as the end of summer draws near.
The national average has held steady at $3.18 for seven days after reaching its highest point so far this year. Today’s national average is a penny less than a week ago, two cents more than a month ago and $1.01 more than a year ago. During the run-up to Labor Day weekend, pump prices will likely continue to fluctuate due to high crude prices. However, gas demand typically drops considerably after the final holiday weekend of summer, bringing much needed relief to American drivers when they fill-up this fall.
Tennessee enticing high schools to get more students registered to vote
The Secretary of State’s office is launching an award for Tennessee high schools which meet student voter registration thresholds, named after renowned Tennessee suffragist Anne Dallas Dudley.
High schools across the state that register 100 percent of the eligible students, who are 18 or older by the next election, to vote will earn the Anne Dallas Dudley Gold Level Award. High schools that register at least 85 percent of the eligible students, 18 or older by the next election, will earn the Anne Dallas Dudley Silver Level Award. Tennessee law allows students who will be 18 or older on or before the next election to register to vote.
“Our state and our nation are stronger when every eligible Tennessean is registered to vote and casts a ballot on Election Day,” said Secretary of State Tre Hargett. “We are working with county election commissions across our great state to make sure students know that it has it has never been easier to register to vote in Tennessee and to encourage them to make their voices heard by going to the polls on Election Day.”
The Secretary of State’s office will present high schools that earn the Gold Level Award with a commemorative plaque and recognize students who led the registration efforts with certificates. For Anne Dallas Dudley Silver Level Award schools, the Secretary of State’s office will mail certificates recognizing the students who led the registration efforts.
Anne Dallas Dudley helped lead the successful effort to get the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ratified nationwide and in her home state, Tennessee. On Aug. 18, 1920, Tennessee became the 36th and final state needed to pass the amendment giving women the right to vote.
“It is an honor to have a voter registration award named after my grandmother, Anne Dallas Dudley,” said Trevania Dudley Henderson, Mrs. Dudley’s granddaughter. “Hopefully this award encourages all eligible students across Tennessee to register to vote.”
All Tennessee public, charter or private school or home school associations are encouraged to participate in the Anne Dallas Dudley Award program. Participating schools must submit an Anne Dallas Dudley Award application by March 31, 2022. For award rules and guidelines, visit sos.tn.gov/products/Anne-Dallas-Dudley-Award.
The Anne Dallas Dudley Award is part of the Secretary of State’s civics engagement initiative to promote voter registration to Tennessee students and prepare them to be actively engaged citizens. For more information about this award and our other civic engagement education efforts, visit sos.tn.gov/civics.
TBI issues most wanted alert
A TBI Most Wanted alert has been issued for 42-year-old Edward Laster Moore, Jr.
Moore is wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and the TBI for multiple charges: Assault on a Federal Officer with a Dangerous Weapon, Federal Attempt to Possess Controlled Substances with Intent to Distribute, Aggravated Assault on Law Enforcement, Possession of Cocaine for Resale, Evading Arrest, Possession of MDMA for Resale, Possession of Marijuana for Resale, and Possession of Methamphetamine for Resale.
Edward Moore should be considered armed and dangerous.
There is a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to his arrest.
Call 1-800-TBI-FIND if you see Edward Moore, or know where he may be.
TAX TIPS TUESDAY: Sept. 15 is a big day for some taxpayers
September 15 is an important date for some taxpayers.
If you are responsible for filing a Partnership or S-Corporation tax return based on a calendar year and you filed for an extension, the extended due date is September 15. It is imperative that the 1065 or 1120S return be filed by midnight September 15 to avoid incurring costly late filing penalties.
If you are responsible for filing a calendar year Trust or Estate return (Form 1041), and filed an extension, the extended due date is September 30.
For individual taxpayers, Income Taxes are “pay-as-you-go”. This means that you need to pay most of your income tax during the year, as you receive income, rather than paying your tax at the end of the year when you file your tax return. If you owe over $1,000 when you file your tax return, you may be subject to the Estimated Tax Penalty. IRS urges taxpayers to check into their options to avoid these penalties. Taxpayers can adjust their withholdings or make quarterly estimated tax payments during the year. Estimated tax payments can be made by mailing a check to IRS or electronically through bank withdrawal or debit/credit card at IRS.GOV.
The estimated tax due dates are April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 of the following year. If you pay estimated taxes for your individual income tax liability, the 3rd estimate is due on or before September 15. Many people pay quarterly estimates since some of their income is from sources that don’t have automatic withholding. Others prefer to pay their income tax through estimated tax payments instead of having the taxes automatically withheld from their income. Estimated tax payments are especially important for self-employed taxpayers, members of partnerships or S-Corporations, or taxpayers with substantial income from investments or rental property.
If you are concerned that you may owe over $1,000 on your tax return, you should seek the help of a tax professional to estimate your 2021 tax and discuss ways to avoid or minimize the estimated tax penalty.
If you need to file a Partnership, Corporation, Estate, or Trust tax return or you have questions about Estimated Taxes and would like help from the Tax Professionals at H&R Block, please call your local H&R Block office. In Manchester TN call 931-728-9462. H&R Block Has Your Back!
Thomas Frank Penfold, Sr
Thomas Frank Penfold, Sr. , of Tullahoma, passed this life on Friday, August 13 th , 2021 at his home at the age of 95. Mr. Penfold was born in Home Gardens, California to the late Vern and Alice McFadden Penfold. He served his country proudly in the United State Navy during World War II and went on to work as a Hydraulic Engineer with Bertea Products. Mr. Penfold also worked for NASA tracking astronauts during the Apollo Missions. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Tullahoma and loved his Lord and Savior. He also loved farming and spending quality time with his family. In addition to his parents, Mr. Penfold was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joan Penfold; four sons, Ken Penfold and his wife Teri, Duane Penfold and his wife Elaine, Ron Penfold and his wife Jacque, and Tom Penfold and his wife Jackie; 14 grandchildren, Julie, Jared, Kellie, Cody, Laura, Casey, Treva, Mandie, Ronnie, Gavin, Christina, Graeme, Gareth, and Maegan; and 26 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 19 th , 2021 at Kilgore Funeral Home from 11:00am-1:00pm with the funeral to immediately follow at 1:00pm with Dr. J. Herbert Hester officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Gareth and Lindsay Penfold’s upcoming missionary work in Lille, France. Donations may be made via [ https://www.iafr.org/donate | https://www.iafr.org/donate ] by selecting “Penfold” from the missionary list or by mailing to IAFR, P.O. Box 1405, Wheaton, IL 60187. Please make checks payable to IAFR with the subject line “Penfold.” Kilgore Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Titans set tone, roll to win over Falcons to open preseason
The offense produced plenty of points, the defense swarmed and made plays, and the special teams unit made a big impact.
Sure, many of the Titans starters didn’t play, and some didn’t even make the trip to Atlanta for the team’s preseason opener last night against the Falcons.
But the overall performance was still good from start to finish, as the Titans rolled to a 23-3 win over the Falcons.
“We’re never going to underestimate winning at anything,” Titans coach Mike Vrabel said. “We’re going to want to compete with whoever is in there.”
The Titans competed well on Friday night.
Logan Woodside started at quarterback for the Titans, as Ryan Tannehill remained in Nashville with running back Derrick Henry and a pretty big number of starters. Some of the front-liners who did make the trip and suited up didn’t play long.
There were plenty of positive signs from the Titans who did play, however, as they set the tone and took control of the game early at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Return man Chester Rogers provided a big play – while helping his case for a roster spot – with a 56-yard punt return late in the first quarter.
“That was a fun play,” Rogers said. “It was good to get out there, and get the jitters out of the way. And it was good to get out there and show the team the type of play I am capable of.”
Continue reading this story here.
Thunder Radio is your exclusive home for the Tennessee Titans in Coffee County – 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM.
Thunder Radio Local Sports Broadcast Schedule: Aug 16-20
Thunder Radio is set to broadcast multiple local sports games over the next week, including the season opener for high school volleyball and high school football.
See the full schedule below.
Thunder Radio broadcasts can be heard on the radio at 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM, on the Manchester Go app or by clicking here.
Meanwhile, games set to be broadcast on the Capstar Bank stream or the Ben Lomand Connect stream can be heard by clicking here.
| Day | Date | Time | School | Sport | Opponent | Location | Broadcast |
| Monday | 8/16/21 | 6:30 PM | CHS | Volleyball | Cookevile | Home | Thunder Radio |
| Tuesday | 8/17/21 | 6:30 PM | CMS | Football | Tullahoma | Away | Thunder Radio |
| Tuesday | 8/17/21 | 6 p.m. | CMS | Volleyball | Warren County | Away | Ben Lomand Connect Stream |
| Tuesday | 8/17/21 | 5:00 PM | WMS | Soccer | Liberty | Home | Ben Lomand Connect Stream |
| Wednesday | 8/18 | 7:00 PM | The Doug Greene Coaches Show | Praters | Thunder Radio | ||
| Thursday | 8/19/21 | 6 p.m. | CMS | Volleyball | North Franklin | Home | Capstar Bank Stream |
| Thursday | 8/19/21 | 6:30 PM | WMS | Football | Community Middle | Away | Ben Lomand Connect Stream |
| Thursday | 8/19/21 | 5:00 PM | WMS | Soccer | St. Andrews | Home | Ben Lomand Connect Stream |
| Thursday | 8/19/21 | 6:30 PM | CHS | Volleyball | Rockvale | Home | Thunder Radio |
| Friday | 8/20/21 | 7 p.m. | CHS | Football | Franklin County | Away | Thunder Radio |
Braves blast 3 HR to sweep Nationals
As the Braves sit atop the National League East standings with a lineup that includes an abundance of power, it’s remarkable to consider how much has changed for them since the All-Star break. Many of the concerns that surrounded this team for much of the season’s first four months have steadily evaporated over the past few weeks.
Dansby Swanson extended his recent power barrage and Freddie Freeman teamed with Austin Riley to hit back-to-back homers in a 6-5 win over the Nationals on Sunday afternoon at Nationals Park. The victory sealed a three-game sweep for the Braves, who have won 10 of their past 12 games.
Though Atlanta enhanced its power supply by acquiring Adam Duvall, Joc Pederson and Jorge Soler over July’s final two weeks, it’s evident the club’s internal power sources remained quite strong even after Ronald Acuña Jr. suffered a season-ending knee injury on July 10. Freeman and Riley reached the 25-homer mark in this series finale and Swanson was one shy of this mark after tallying his fourth homer of this series.
After Drew Smyly allowed three runs over four innings, the Braves leaned on their bullpen and preserved the lead gained with their three-run fifth, which was capped by Swanson scoring on a wild pitch. The inning began with Freeman and Riley hitting consecutive homers against Paolo Espino. This marked the fourth time Atlanta hit back-to-back homers this year, but just the first time since May.
Thunder Radio is your exclusive home for the Atlanta Braves in Coffee County – 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM.
TBI most-wanted fugitive caught in Bedford County
UPDATE: Samuel Earl Rich was taken into custody Sunday evening, Aug. 15,, by Bedford County Sheriff’s Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Tenessee Bureau of Investigation and area law enforcement are searching for Samuel Earl Rich, age 25, following a shooting in Bedford County.
Bedford County Sheriff’s Department authorities responded a shooting Friday morning on Temple Ford Rd. and transported a female victim to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Investigation led to authorities wanting Rich on charges of attempted first degree murder and theft of property.
Reporting out of Nashville has connected Rich with a man found murdered on 35th Avenue North over the weekend. The victim has been identified as 22-year old James William Warner, of Shelbyville. WTVF reports that authorities want to question rich regarding that shooting.
Rich should be considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. He is a white male, approximately 6 feet tall and weighs 165 pounds. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact local law enforcement or 1-800-TBI-FIND. Reward money is being offered for information leading to his capture.
Motlow to require masks this semester
Motlow State Community College has announced that face masks are required on campus this fall. Motlow State requires all persons who enter a Motlow building to wear a face mask.
“This effort is in compliance with CDC guidance.“Our priority continues to be the health, safety, and well-being of all of our students, faculty, staff, and at-large community,” said Dr. Michael Torrence, Motlow President.