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Birthdays – April 20
Tim Garrett
Rhonda Wilder – Pizza Winner!
James Kent Walden
Charles Bernard Jackson
Charles Bernard Jackson of Tullahoma passed this life on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Vanderbilt Tullahoma Harton Hospital at the age of 82. Mr. Jackson was born in McMinnville, TN to the late Cecil and Sarah Stone Jackson. During his life, Charles served his country as a member of the United States Navy, worked as a freight deliverer for Yellow Freight, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Tullahoma. In addition to his parents, Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Sue Jackson; and one son, Eric Jackson. He is survived by two sons, Michael Jackson, and Scott Jackson (Susan); two grandchildren Chelsea Hornback, and Austin Jackson; and three great-grandchildren, Kinsley Cates, Eli Cates, and Amelia Hornback. Visitation for Mr. Jackson will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022 from 11:30-1:00pm at Kilgore Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Summitville Cemetery in Summitville, TN at 1:30pm.
Kilgore Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Christin Marie Pepple
Ms. Christin Marie Pepple, age 33, of Hillsboro, TN,
passed from this life on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, in Murfreesboro, TN.
Christin was born in Winchester, TN, to her parents Michael and Jennifer
Pepple. She was a hair stylist, beautician, and cosmetologist for most of
her life and then went to attend John A. Gupton College to become a funeral
director. Christin also designed clothing and was an amazing craftswoman.
She also enjoyed writing and had a book that was to be published. Christin
was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Patricia Pepple and Patsy Hicks.
In addition to her parents, Christin is survived by a brother, Brian
Pepple; sister, Rachel (Chance) Phelps; grandfathers, Donald Pepple and
Jimmie Gaunce; nieces, Elena and Esme Phelps; her cat, Iago; several aunts,
uncles, and extended family.
Visitation with the family will be on Saturday, April 30, 2022, from 12noon
until 2:00pm at Central Funeral Home in Manchester, TN. Memorial services
will be conducted immediately following visitation at 2:00pm in the chapel
of Central Funeral Home.
Central Funeral Home is honored to serve the Pepple family, 931-723-7774,
centralfuneralhome.com
Coffee County unemployment falls below 3 percent
Newly released unemployment data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) showed jobless numbers dropped in nearly every county in the state during March. Ninety-two of 95 counties had lower rates for the month, while the rates increased for two counties, and remained the same in one county.
The state of Tennessee now has 93 counties with unemployment rates below 5%, compared to 90 counties in February. One two counties in the state have an unemployment rate higher than 5%.
In Coffee County, unemployment fell to 2.9 percent – down 0.2 of a percentage point from the rate of 3.1 percent in February. This is down 1.9 percent from the rate of 4.8 percent one year ago.
Moore and Williamson counties had the lowest unemployment in March, each with rates of 1.9%. The new figure accounted for a 0.1 of a percentage point increase for Moore County and 0.1 of a percentage point decrease for Williamson County. Wilson County recorded the second-lowest rate at 2.2%, which was a 0.2 of a percentage point drop from its February number.
With rates of 5.2%, Cocke and Perry counties saw the state’s highest jobless numbers in March. Still, both counties experienced a significant drop in unemployment. Cocke County’s rate was down 1.1 percentage points, while Perry County’s rate decreased by 0.5 of a percentage point. Lake County had the second-highest rate at 4.8%, which was also down 1.1 percentage points from the previous month.
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics does not take into account seasonal impacts on data when calculating county unemployment rates, while it does seasonally adjust the statewide unemployment number.
TDLWD has a complete analysis of the March county unemployment data available here. (https://www.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=166478db53c066a7d114ea462&id=57cf77744b&e=29851e7b63)
March’s statewide unemployment data marked a milestone for Tennessee. The month’s 3.2% rate became the lowest ever and edged out the previous record of 3.3% set in August 2019.
Nationally, unemployment also dropped in March. The seasonally adjusted rate for the United States decreased by 0.2 of a percentage point to 3.6%. The rate is down 2.4 percentage points in a year-to-year comparison.
Tennesseans actively looking for work can find a variety of free services that can help them find impactful employment at www.TNWorkReady.com.
Coffee County to hold household hazardous waste collection April 23
Coffee County Rural Solid Waste and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will hold a household hazardous waste collection event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 23.
The collection will be at 2180 Murfreesboro Hwy, Manchester, TN 37355.
This is your chance to dispose of hazardous household waste for free. You can dispose of leftover household chemicals, lawn and garden products and automotive materials that you’ve never known what to do with. Household waste is defined as corrosive, flammable, toxic or reactive materials used in your home, car or truck, garden and lawn that is unwanted or unusable.
Items to bring include:
drain openers
oven cleaners
wood cleaners and polishes
metal cleaners and polishes
toilet bowl cleaners
disinfectants
paint thinner
wood preservatives
paint strippers and rmovers
adhesives
fingernail polish removers
pool chemicals
photo processing chemcials
medicines and drugs
reactive materials
aerosols
compressed gas
mercury thermostats
mercury thermometers
fluorescent light bulbs
needles (in container)
lead
herbicides
pesticides
fungicides
fertilizers
fuel additives
grease and rust solvents
air conditioning refrigerants
starter fluids
body putty
coolants
carburetor cleaners
NO Medical or infectious waste (except needles in puncture-proof containers). No explosives, ammunition, radioactive waste including smoke detectors or any empty containers. Waste from non-household sources such as businesses and farms will be accepted by appointment only at 615-643-3170.
For additional information, call 931-723-5139.
H&R BLOCK STUDENT OF THE WEEK – Peyton Henley
Join us at Thunder Radio and Rosalyn Partin of the Manchester H&R Block and congratulate our student of the week – Peyton Henley.
Peyton is a 5th grader at Hillsboro Elementary School. She was nominated by her teachers and administrators. Peyton is the daughter of Ruth and Brandon Henley.
Her favorite subject is Math. In her free time she enjoys soccer, football and art.
All students of the week are selected for their work ethic and excellent attitudes in and out of the classroom.
Rosalyn Partin, owner of the Manchester H&R Block, has been inspired to recognize great kids in our community all year long. H&R Block gives each Student of the Week a commemorative plaque, a special letter of recognition and two tickets to Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park.
Job well done, Peyton!
Cannon County officials ask for help finding driver of Altima involved in theft
Cannon County Sheriff’s office are asking for help finding the driver of a silver Nissan Altima that was allegedly involved in a theft there.
According to Cannon County authorities, this vehicle is silver in color with tinted windows and damage to the passenger side. It was last seen leaving Jim Cummings Highway Dollar General and headed to the Coffee County line. The subject was allegedly involved in a theft from a motor vehicle. (see photo below)
If you have more information call 615-563-9751.
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Lady Rocket softball drops Cascade 6-3
Westwood 8th grade pitcher Lily Norman held Cascade to just 5 hits and struck out 13 Champion batters as the Lady Rockets won 6-3 Wednesday night.
Meanwhile, at the plate Norman did her fair share of damage – reaching base and scoring in all 4 of her plate appearances that included a pair of singles.
Jules Ferrell also singled and scored for the Lady Rockets in the win.
Katherine Farrar Smith
Funeral services for Mrs. Katherine Farrar Smith, age 83 of Normandy, will be conducted on Friday, April 22, 2022, at 2 PM in the Manchester Funeral Home chapel, with pastor Roger Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation with the family will begin at 1 PM on Friday until time of service. Mrs. Smith passed away on Tuesday, April 19 at McArthur Manor in Manchester after an extended illness.
Mrs. Katherine was born on May 8, 1938, to the late James Monroe and Becky Lou Hickerson Farrar, in Manchester. She was a homemaker and a member of the Blanton’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Mrs. Katherine enjoyed working in her yard, working crossword puzzles, and spending time with family and friends. She sang in a gospel quartet and performed in many gospel concerts.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Katherine is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Edgar Earl Smith; brothers, Eldon Farrar and his wife, Angie, and Horace Farrar and his wife, Edith; sisters, Eva Farrar Toms and her husband, Jess, and Odell Farrar Pitts and her husband, Bill; nieces and nephews, Glenda Toms Saine, Carol Toms Benson, Connie Toms Hill, Kathy Toms Eslinger, Claude Smith, Jr., Keith Smith, and Bruce Capshaw. She is survived by other nieces and nephews, Helen Toms Darden, Royce Toms, Kay Nelson, Kerry Farrar, Christy Swanson, Mark Farrar, Lori Shelton, Larry Smith, Pamela Capshaw, Earla Alexander, Karen Capshaw Rust, and Cindy Smith; several other extended family members and a host of friends.
Manchester Funeral Home is honored to serve the Smith family.
Online condolences and memories can be shared at
Manchester Funeral Home & Tullahoma News — Paid obits
Earl Gordon Cairns
Mr. Earl Gordon Cairns, age 90, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2022 in
Chiefland, Florida. Mr. Cairns was born May 1, 1931 to the late Earl Gordon
and Sophia Schmidt Cairns in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Godly man and minister
for 68 years, he spent his life caring about where people would spend
eternity, he also spent 20+ years as a volunteer with the Sheriff’s
Department. He was a HAM radio operator and a friend to everyone as well as
being an amazing father. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in
death by his wife, Betty Duke Cairns. Mr. Cairns is survived by a daughter,
Susan (Deshon) Winters; grandchildren, Cairn Deshon Hamilton and Tommy Dale
Wilson; great grandchildren, Ashley Deshon Hamilton, Zachary Joseph
Hamilton, Abigail Sophia Wilson, Mia Rose Turbeville. Visitation with the
family will be held Friday, April 22 from 4-8pm at Central Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 23 at 2pm at Central Funeral
Home with Dustin Duke and John Gaston officiating. Burial will follow in
Summitville Cemetery. Central Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cairns
family.