A recent study conducted by Zutobi shows that men in Tennessee are nearly three times more likely than women to be involved in a fatal crash that involves distracted driving. That is higher than the national average that shows men are two times more likely than women to be involved in a distracted driver fatal crash.
Distracted driving is defined as driving while doing another activity that takes your attention away from driving. Being less focused on driving will drastically increase the chance of being involved in a motor vehicle crash.
Since 2015, the total number of distracted driving crashes resulting in an injury have bounced between 265,000 to 295,000 crashes each year. In 2020 this number has dropped significantly, down to 215,000.
What is the major cause of distraction?
About 8% of crashes with injuries can be attributed to cell phones. Cell phones can be attributed to about 13% of fatal distracted driving accidents. This is not surprising, since cell phone use will directly impact your ability to react to hazards. Speaking on a cell phone while driving increases crash risk by 2 times, while texting increases the crash risk by up to 6 times.
Men are more than twice as likely to be involved in a fatal distracted driving accident compared to women. What does this mean exactly? Well, male drivers were distracted in 2125 fatal crashes in 2020, whereas women drivers were only distracted in 781 fatal crashes during the same period.
In Tennessee, reports indicate that 51 male drivers were involved in fatal distracted crashes in 2020, compared to 18 women for a total of 69. See all state numbers provided by Zutobi below:
| State | Male Drivers Involved in Fatal Distracted Crashes | Female Drivers Involved in Fatal Distracted Crashes | Total |
| Alabama | 37 | 15 | 52 |
| Alaska | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Arizona | 38 | 12 | 50 |
| Arkansas | 13 | 6 | 19 |
| California | 71 | 25 | 96 |
| Colorado | 34 | 20 | 54 |
| Connecticut | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| Delaware | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Florida | 190 | 90 | 280 |
| Georgia | 39 | 16 | 55 |
| Hawaii | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| Idaho | 11 | 8 | 19 |
| Illinois | 150 | 45 | 195 |
| Indiana | 28 | 11 | 39 |
| Iowa | 10 | 3 | 13 |
| Kansas | 62 | 28 | 90 |
| Kentucky | 65 | 26 | 91 |
| Louisiana | 116 | 37 | 153 |
| Maine | 11 | 3 | 14 |
| Maryland | 30 | 11 | 41 |
| Massachusetts | 24 | 7 | 31 |
| Michigan | 32 | 17 | 49 |
| Minnesota | 19 | 6 | 25 |
| Mississippi | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Missouri | 54 | 23 | 77 |
| Montana | 10 | 1 | 11 |
| Nebraska | 12 | 1 | 13 |
| Nevada | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| New Hampshire | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| New Jersey | 81 | 13 | 94 |
| New Mexico | 101 | 33 | 134 |
| New York | 86 | 28 | 114 |
| North Carolina | 90 | 38 | 128 |
| North Dakota | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| Ohio | 38 | 16 | 54 |
| Oklahoma | 33 | 17 | 50 |
| Oregon | 27 | 9 | 36 |
| Pennsylvania | 42 | 12 | 54 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| South Carolina | 33 | 5 | 38 |
| South Dakota | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| Tennessee | 51 | 18 | 69 |
| Texas | 246 | 78 | 324 |
| Utah | 16 | 3 | 19 |
| Vermont | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Virginia | 79 | 27 | 106 |
| Washington | 56 | 21 | 77 |
| West Virginia | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | 12 | 30 |
| Wyoming | 13 | 8 | 21 |
| Total | 2,125 | 781 | 2,906 |
Portions of Coffee County rated ‘abnormally dry’ despite recent rainfall
Despite recent rainfall, the United States Drought Monitor still shows many portions of Western Middle Tennessee under a moderate drought.
Meanwhile, the southern half of Coffee County is showing to be in an “abnormally dry” condition for now. The northern half of Coffee County shows no drought intensity.
Most all of Western Tennessee has a is shown to be under a moderate drought.
Everyone invited to Manchester American Legion spaghetti fundraiser
Manchester’s American Legion Gold Star Post 78 is pleased to host a Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner on Saturday, July 23rd from 5 to 8 PM. Dinner includes spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, dessert and beverage for only $8 for adults; and $4 for kids under 12.
The dinner will be held at the Coffee County Veterans Building, 130 Shelton Road in Manchester. The public is invited to enjoy a wonderful dinner and learn all the ways American Legion can bring veterans together with the bond common to all who served. Young people will be inspired by the many displays of heroism and patriotism in the building, sparking conversation… American Legion volunteers will be available to answer questions.
Thunder Radio political forum is Thursday. Here is how you can attend or watch
Thunder Radio political forum for the upcoming August General Election will be held on Thursday, July 14th.
In a format similar to past years, Thunder Radio will welcome candidates involved in contested races. Some races will include a debate-style format, while others will include candidate speeches.
The schedule for the evening is as follows:
6:00-6:08 p.m. – Candidates for Road Superintendent
6:12 – 6:37 – Candidates for Coffee County Mayor*
6:45-6:53 – Candidates for County Clerk
6:57 – 7:33 – Candidates for Coffee County Sheriff*
7:37 – 8:10 – Candidates for Manchester Alderman
(*Indicates debate-style format. Candidates in other races listed will have 4 minutes of open microphone time. )
The event will be held from 6-8:10 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at “The Church at 117” – an event facility located in downtown Manchester. Early voting for the August 4 election begins on July 15 and runs through July 30. The Thunder Radio political forum is open and free for anyone to attend. It will also be broadcast on Thunder Radio: 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM, Manchester Go app, thunder1320.com and video provided on Thunder Radio Facebook (click here to follow).
Multiple races will be contested in the August election, including Coffee County Sheriff, Coffee County Mayor, Coffee County Clerk and Coffee County Road Superintendent. There will be other various commission seats for grabs, school board, as well as 8 candidates for aldermen seeking 4 open seats. See complete sample ballot by clicking here.
Winchester Police need help identifying person
Winchester Police Department officials are asking for the public’s help identifying the individual in the photos below. The person appears to be driving a new, quad-cab Ford pickup that is white in color.
Anyone who can identify this person should contact Crime Stoppers at 931-962-INFO to remain anonymous.
Coffee County Schools parents should contact bus garage if student is new, moved
Parents of students in the Coffee County School system who have either moved since the end of last school year, or will be their first year attending the school system should contact the bus garage.
If you have a student that was a Manchester City student last year and will attend Raider Academy this fall, this also pertains to you.
Call Tim or Matt at 931-723-5157.
Deadline extended to submit questions for Thunder Radio political forum
Thunder Radio political forum for the upcoming August General Election will be held on Thursday, July 14th.
In a format similar to past years, Thunder Radio will welcome candidates involved in contested races. Some races will include a debate-style format, while others will include candidate speeches.
The schedule for the evening is as follows:
6:00-6:08 p.m. – Candidates for Road Superintendent
6:12 – 6:37 – Candidates for Coffee County Mayor*
6:45-6:53 – Candidates for County Clerk
6:57 – 7:33 – Candidates for Coffee County Sheriff*
7:37 – 8:10 – Candidates for Manchester Alderman
(*Indicates debate-style format. Questions welcome to be submitted to josh.peterson.wmsr@gmail.com. Candidates in other races listed will have 4 minutes of open microphone time. )
The event will be held from 6-8:10 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at “The Church at 117” – an event facility located in downtown Manchester. Early voting for the August 4 election begins on July 15 and runs through July 30. The Thunder Radio political forum is open and free for anyone to attend. It will also be broadcast on Thunder Radio: 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM, Manchester Go app, thunder1320.com and video provided on Thunder Radio Facebook (click here to follow).
Multiple races will be contested in the August election, including Coffee County Sheriff, Coffee County Mayor, Coffee County Clerk and Coffee County Road Superintendent. There will be other various commission seats for grabs, school board, as well as 8 candidates for aldermen seeking 4 open seats. See complete sample ballot by clicking here.
Anyone with questions should direct them to Josh Peterson at josh.peterson.wmsr@gmail.com. Deadline to submit questions is 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 13.
MPD: Scams continue to hit Manchester residents
Scammers continue to hit the Manchester area and they are recycling an often-used phone scam.
According to Manchester Police Department, they have received complaints that residents are receiving phone calls from individuals that identify themselves as an employee of the Manchester Police Department. The person calling advises the intended target that they either have a warrant for their arrest or unpaid fines. The caller then requests the intended victim to send money to settle the issue or be arrested.
This is a scam.
The Manchester Police Department, or any other local law enforcement agencies, will never request or accept payments over the phone. You can only pay fines online or at the police department. Do not send money or give personal information to people over the phone if you are unable to confirm their identity.
Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker coming to Manchester for Night of Champions. Limited tickets available
First Baptist Church of Manchester will be hosting “A Night of Champions” with Tennessee Volunteers starting quarterback Hendon Hooker.
The event is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 15 in the worship center at the church.
Hooker will be on hand to share about his family, his faith and his football career.
Area football teams from Coffee County Central High School, Warren County High School, Coffee Middle School and Westwood Middle School will be attending.
General admission tickets are available to anyone else who wants to attend. Tickets are free but they are limited and anyone wanting to attend MUST have a ticket.
Secure your free online tickets through Eventbrite by clicking here.
First Baptist Church Manchester is located at 1006 Hillsboro Blvd.
Tuesday is deadline to submit questions for Thunder Radio political forum
Thunder Radio political forum for the upcoming August General Election will be held on Thursday, July 14th.
In a format similar to past years, Thunder Radio will welcome candidates involved in contested races. Some races will include a debate-style format, while others will include candidate speeches.
The schedule for the evening is as follows:
6:00-6:08 p.m. – Candidates for Road Superintendent
6:12 – 6:37 – Candidates for Coffee County Mayor*
6:45-6:53 – Candidates for County Clerk
6:57 – 7:33 – Candidates for Coffee County Sheriff*
7:37 – 8:10 – Candidates for Manchester Alderman
(*Indicates debate-style format. Questions welcome to be submitted to josh.peterson.wmsr@gmail.com. Candidates in other races listed will have 4 minutes of open microphone time. )
The event will be held from 6-8:10 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at “The Church at 117” – an event facility located in downtown Manchester. Early voting for the August 4 election begins on July 15 and runs through July 30. The Thunder Radio political forum is open and free for anyone to attend. It will also be broadcast on Thunder Radio: 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM, Manchester Go app, thunder1320.com and video provided on Thunder Radio Facebook (click here to follow).
Multiple races will be contested in the August election, including Coffee County Sheriff, Coffee County Mayor, Coffee County Clerk and Coffee County Road Superintendent. There will be other various commission seats for grabs, as well as 8 candidates for aldermen seeking 3 open seats. See complete sample ballot by clicking here.
Anyone with questions should direct them to Josh Peterson at josh.peterson.wmsr@gmail.com. Deadline to submit questions is 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 12.
