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H&R Block Student of the Week

Congratulations to Student of the Week -Aryanna Nelson!!! Aryanna, the daughter of Megan Brinkley and Adrian Nelson, is a sixth grader at Westwood Middle School.
Aryanna was nominated by Mr. Winton because “she always has her work done early enough to have time to help others. She is a great example to other students shows great leadership potential.”

Aryanna is a Westwood Rocket Cheerleader for the football and basketball seasons. When not in schools Aryanna likes to play with her dogs. Aryanna says that she might become a lawyer someday because she likes rules.

Rosalyn Partin, owner of the Manchester H&R Block, has been inspired to recognize great kids in our community all through hockey season. What does hockey season have to do with our local students? Well, H&R Block gives each Student of the Week a set of Nashville Predators Hockey tickets, a commemorative plaque, as well as a special letter of recognition.
Pictured with Aryanna is Rosalyn Partin of H & R Block, and Principal, Julie Miller.

COFFEE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING AGENDA

COFFEE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 1343 McArthur Street Manchester, Tennessee 37355 Telephone: 931-723-5150 Facsimile: 931-723-8285

TO: All Board Members FROM: Brett Henley, Chairman SUBJECT: Regular Board Meeting DATE: November 12, 2018 TIME: 4:30 p.m. PLACE: Coffee County Board of Education

Pledge of Allegiance
Recognitions: ➤ Perfect Attendance Award
Presentations: ➤ Golf Team ➤ Education Foundation Grant Award
AGENDA

I. Call to Order II. Call for Intent III. General Consent Items (*If no objections, the following items will be considered passed when the agenda is passed.) 1. Minutes: October 8, 2018 and November 5, 2018 2. 2nd Reading of Policies: 1.701, 1.901, 3.212, 4.206, 6.200, 6.2001 3. 3rd Reading of Policies: 3.600, 4.608, 4.700, 5.106, 5.118, 5.201, 5.203, 5.701, 6.300, 6.309, 6.409, 6.313, 6.314, 6.4052 4. Overnight Field Trip – CHS HOSA – Atlanta, GA and Chattanooga- Feb. 28- Mar 1, 2019 5. Use of Facilities – CCMS Cafeteria – Manchester Youth Football – Dec. 1, 2018 6. Use of Facilities – CHS Cafeteria – CC Sheriff’s Dept. – Dec. 9, 2018 7. Use of Facilities – CCMS Cafeteria – Foothills Crafts – Nov. 9-10, 2019

IV . Agenda Items 1. 2018 LEA Compliance Report 2. Cafeteria Ovens Bid 3. Approval of Textbook Adoption Committee 4. Deerfield approval of BETA Club Membership 5. Budget Update

V . Items for Discussion VI. Committee Reports VII. Student Ambassador Report VIII. Director’s Report

More Tornados Confirmed

Severe storms and tornados powered across the state Tuesday morning and killed one person, injured at least two others, plus storms knocked down trees and left thousands without power.
Allen Lendley, Director of Coffee County Emergency Management told WMSR News that a tornado touched down in the Hillsboro area of Coffee County.
The tornado that occurred in Christiana that took the life of Angie Walker was determined to be an EF-2 tornado with 135-mile per hour winds.
The tornados that struck Franklin County and the Pelham area of Grundy County, also confirmed to be an EF-2s.

Grant Money coming to Local Law Enforcement

The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announces $22 million federal grant funds will be distributed statewide from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the 2018-2019 Federal Fiscal Year.
Over 350 federal grants exceeding $19 million have been awarded to law enforcement agencies and highway safety partners across Tennessee.
In Coffee County, the Manchester Police Department will receive $20,379.70 for Alcohol and Impaired Driving Enforcement. Tennessee District Attorney General, 14th Judicial District in Coffee County is getting $190,000 for DUI Prosecution and the Tullahoma Police Department is receiving 14,659.81 for Police Traffic Services (Multiple Violations).
Approximately $3 million in media grant funds will be allocated for highway safety education and public awareness campaigns.

Lots of Veterans Day Events

There are many Veterans Day events in our area. Please try to attend as many as possible as these schools and/or organizations have gone to lots of trouble to bring joy and honor to all veterans and their families. Below is a list of upcoming events for Veterans Day:
8 November: Hickerson Elementary Veterans Day Program. Please arrive by 8:15 a.m. for refreshments; Program at 9 a.m. Hickerson Elementary School; 5017 Old Manchester Hwy; Tullahoma
8 November: Westwood Elementary School Veterans Day Program. Westwood will host a poetry and recital for all veterans; begins at 6 p.m. Westwood Elementary School; 912 Oakdale Street; Manchester
9 November: North Elementary School Veterans Day Program. Breakfast for veterans begins at 8:30 a.m. and program to follow at North Elementary; 309 Main Street; Altamont
9 November: Westwood Middle School Veterans Program begins at 2 p.m. Westwood Middle School; 505 Taylor St; Manchester
9 November: East Coffee Elementary School Veterans Day Program. Reception and refreshments begin at 1 p.m.; Program begins around 1:40 p.m. East Coffee Elementary School; 6264 McMinnville Hwy; Manchester
9 November: Richard Hardy Memorial School Veterans Ceremony. Program
starts at 1:30 p.m.; Richard Hardy Memorial School; 1620 Hamilton Ave; South Pittsburg
9 November: College Street Elementary School Veterans Ceremony. Program
starts at 1:45 p.m.; College Street Elementary; 405 College Street; Manchester
10 November: Coffee County Veterans Association Veterans Day Event Program starts at 11 a.m.; Program has been moved because of cold weather to the Veterans building on Shelton Lane in Manchester
11 November: Locust Street Church of God Veterans Day Program. Howard Thompson, special guest speaker. Program begins at 10:45 a.m.; Locust St. Church of God; 202 Locust Street; McMinnville
11 November: Bells of Peace – World War I Remembrance. Americans across the nation are asked to ring bells at 11 a.m. in memory of those who die in that war. On 11 November 1918, America ended their participation in the war. Tolling of bells was a means of telling the public that someone had died. All citizens, churches, organizations are asked to toll bells, 21 times with a 5 second interval, at 11 a.m. on Sunday and a 21-gun salute.
11 November: Winchester Veterans Day Parade starts at 2:30 p.m. Winchester, TN. Coffee County Band to perform.
12 November: New Union Elementary Veterans Program starts at 8:30 a.m.; New Union Elementary; 3320 Woodbury Hwy; Manchester
12 November: Hillsboro Elementary School Veterans Breakfast. All welcome; Program begins at 9 a.m.; Hillsboro Elementary; 284 Winchester Hwy; Hillsboro
12 November: Monthly VFW Post 10904 Supper at 6 p.m.; Meetings at 7 p.m.; 130 Shelton Road; Manchester
13 November: Disabled American Veterans Dinner Russell Barnett Ford of Tullahoma; Dinner begins at 6 p.m. Please call Rebecca at 931-455-8700 to attend Russell Barnette Ford; 1106 E. Carroll St; Tullahoma.

Tullahoma Mayor Lane Curlee and the Tullahoma Board of Aldermen are pleased to announce that US Air Force Colonel Scott Cain, commander of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base will be the featured speaker at the City of Tullahoma’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Veterans and the public are invited to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony to be held on Monday, November 12 at the South Jackson Civic Center at 404 South Jackson Street at 10:45 am. At this time, the City of Tullahoma will pause to honor America’s veterans and celebrate their contributions to our nation’s security. After the ceremony there will be a reception with refreshments.

Great American Smokeout November 15

Support can make all the difference for those trying to quit smoking, and Tennesseans trying to move toward a life without tobacco products are not alone. The Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine, 1-800-QUIT-NOW offers free assistance, resources and counseling to help smokers transition to a smoke-free life. The Tennessee Department of Health urges Tennesseans who want to quit smoking to start their journey during the Great American Smokeout November 15.
The annual Great American Smokeout draws awareness to the health benefits of quitting tobacco and the tools available to help smokers quit. In Tennessee, the need is urgent, with the state’s smoking rate at a hefty 22 percent, considerably higher than the national average of 17 percent.
About 40 million Americans, including 1.5 million Tennesseans, smoke cigarettes according to the American Cancer Society. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the world. Tennessee ranks 43rd in the nation for both smoking and premature deaths.

Wheelchair Swing Now Available in Smithville

Wheelchair swing

A wheelchair swing is now available for use at Greenbrook Park in Smithville thanks to a number of community partners. This welcome addition to the park is available year-round during daylight hours.
A number of grateful people are already using the swing. Tony Bassett and his family frequently visit Smithville from Hillsboro, Tenn. His daughter finds great enjoyment in using the swing, and he plans to bring her to use it each time the family visits Smithville.
“Thanks to the people in Smithville that made [this project] happen because it brought a smile and joy to my little girl’s face,” said Bassett
The Smithville Business and Professional Women’s Club, which is responsible for maintenance of and improvements to Greenbrook Park, suggested the swing as a valuable project to be funded by a Rural Access to Health through Healthy Active Built Environments grant through the Tennessee Department of Health. The BPW made significant contributions to bring the project to completion along with the help of the City of Smithville.

New Governor, U.S. Senator, Congressman and State Rep. Elected on Tuesday

Voters headed to the polls Tuesday for the long-awaited mid-term elections.
Tennessee voters elected a new Governor and U.S. Senator. Also, on the ballot were races for 47th District State Representative and 6th District Congressman. It was a very unusual election with no incumbents running for re-election.

Newly elected Tennessee Governor, Bill Lee.. Photo from BillLee.com

For complete local results click on the wmsrradio.com election results page.

One Person Dies in nearby Tornado– Possible Tornado in Hillsboro

Scott and Angie Walker.. Photo provided by WGNS Radio.

The National Weather Service surveyed storm damage on Tuesday in the Midland Road area of Christiana in Rutherford County and determined it was a deadly EF-2 tornado with 135-mile per hour winds, that hit the area early Tuesday morning.
It is with great sadness that we report that Angie Walker, age 41, was killed when her home was lifted from its foundation and flipped over. Walker was the wife of our colleague and friend, WGNS Radio President Scott Walker.
A total of three families were displaced from their homes in the Midland Road area. There is a lot of cleanup happening in that area and emergency officials are urging people to stay away.
A possible tornado hit the Hillsboro area of Coffee County overnight Monday. The National Weather Service will evaluate the damage on Wednesday.

Storm photos provide by listeners. This picture was taken in Franklin County.

A storm hit Franklin County early on Election Day, knocking down trees, cutting off power and damaging property in the northern part of the county. There were no deaths or serious injuries reported in Franklin County.

In Franklin County

Storm damage in Pelham, TN

In Grundy County, Hwy. 56 from Colony Road in Pelham to Altamont was closed for a while due to extensive storm damage. Hwy 399 in Grundy County from Stage Coach Rd. to the Sequatchie County line had to be closed and the Hwy. 50 area of Pelham also received damaged.
A home belonging to Martin and Wanda Davidson for over 40 years was destroyed by the early morning storm. No injuries reported.

Shooting Incident Sends Bedford County Man to Jail

Timothy Ledford

After being released from the hospital on Sunday, Timothy Ledford was booked into the Bedford County Jail on a charge of Aggravated Assault in connection to a shooting incident. Bond was set at $1 million. The investigation remains active and ongoing by the TBI.
At the request of 17th District Attorney General Rob Carter, TBI Agents continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding an officer-involved shooting in Bedford County.
Preliminary information indicates the incident occurred shortly before 5:00 AM Saturday at a home in the 100 block of Higgins Road in Wartrace and involved deputies from the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office. Earlier in the night, deputies responded to a call of a shooting at the home. When they arrived, deputies found a man, lying in the yard, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. As deputies attempted to render aid, a man – identified as 56 year-old Timothy Ledford began firing multiple rounds at deputies from inside the front door of the home. At least two deputies returned fire. Ledford sustained at least one gunshot wound in the exchange and retreated into the home. During the incident, deputies removed the injured man from the immediate area and medics later transported him to the hospital. No law enforcement officers sustained an injury in this incident.
After retreating into the home, a standoff with Ledford ensued, involving the Bedford County SWAT Team, the Shelbyville Police Department, and the Tennessee Highway Patrol. After several hours, Ledford surrendered.