Manchester police are seeking three suspects who robbed the Manchester Cash Express at gunpoint Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 18.
According to Manchester Police Department authorities, two black males and one white male entered the store at approximately 3:30 p.m., produced firearms and demanded money.
The subjects then left, travelled down Rye St., turned onto Emerson St. and then proceeded east onto McMinnville Highway. They were travelling in a white Hyundai crossover (see photo above).
Anyone with information about this robbery is encouraged to contact MPD investigator Benjamin Sneed or Trey Adock at 931-728-2099.
Orders for at-home COVID tests begin Wednesday
For anyone wanting to get their hands on at-home COVID-19 tests, they can do so beginning Wednesday.
According to Tennessee Department of Health, every home in the United States can order four at-home COVID-19 tests beginning January 19. There are no direct costs or shipping costs and you will not need to enter a credit card number to get the tests.
Visit covidtests.gov on January 19 to order.
TBI, Bedford Co Sheriff’s Dept. continue searching for information in shooting death
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation continue seeking information in the shooting death of Phoutha Souphom.
The Bedford County man was killed Sunday, October 10th on Simms Rd. He was discovered shot to death. Crime Stoppers is continuing to offer up to $1,000 as a reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this case.
If you have information, call 931-685-4300. Tips can remain anonymous.
TAX TIPS: The IRS announces opening date
By Rosalyn Partin, Manchester H&R Block
The IRS has announced that they will begin processing returns on January 24, 2022 with the filing deadline April 18, 2022 in most areas. IRS accepts tax returns filed one of two ways: electronically through e-file and through the mail. Returns filed by a tax professional in an H&R Block office are usually e-filed. E-file is the quickest filing method — and typically helps you receive a tax refund faster. However, you can always choose to have your return printed to mail yourself.
IRS encourages everyone to have all the information they need in hand to make sure they file a complete and accurate return. Having an accurate tax return can avoid processing delays, refund delays and later IRS notices. This is especially important for people who received advance Child Tax Credit payments or Economic Impact Payments (stimulus payments) in 2021. You will need the amounts of these payments when preparing your tax return. The IRS is mailing special letters to recipients, and you can also check the amounts you received by registering for an account on IRS.gov.
Like last year, there will be individuals filing tax returns who, even though they are not required to file, need to file a 2021. This year people who don’t normally file and may not have any taxable income could receive credits resulting in a significant refund.
In most cases your filing status, age, and gross income determine if you are required to file a tax return. However, there are other reasons a taxpayer may need or want to file, especially this year. Here are some reasons you may want to file a return even if you are not required to file:
- Your employer withheld federal income tax from your pay
- You are eligible to receive the Earned Income Credit
- You have a qualifying child under 18 years old at the end of 2021
- You, your spouse, or your dependent has qualifying education expense for 2021
- You didn’t receive your full 3rd Economic Impact Payment based on your 2021 information
H&R Block is ready to prepare your tax return now! And even though IRS won’t begin processing returns until January 24 and refunds aren’t expected to be released until early to mid February, when you file through H&R Block you may be able to receive up to $3,500 within minutes of filing!
Call now to schedule your appointment at H&R Block. As always, we also accept walk-in clients at your convenience. Open Monday through Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 9am-5pm.
If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call H&R Block in Manchester TN at 931-728-9462. H&R Block Has Your Back!
Tennessee pump prices inch higher; local prices fall slightly
Tennessee’s gas price average rose a penny from last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.03 which is two cents more than a month ago and 84 cents more than one year ago.
“Gasoline prices continue to edge upward, driven primarily by the price surge in crude oil, which closed over $84 a barrel last week,” said Stephanie Milani, Tennessee Public Affairs Director, AAA-The Auto Club Group. “As crude prices continue to climb, pump prices in Tennessee will likely follow suit.”
Gas prices in Coffee County have dropped over the past week – now down to $2.98, which is back below the state average by 5 cents, and 33 cents below the national average of $3.31.
National Average Increases as Crude Prices Climb
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is one cent higher than last week at $3.31 today. According to data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), total domestic gasoline stocks rose by 7.9 million barrels to 240.7 million barrels last week. On the other hand, gasoline demand decreased from 8.17 million barrels a day to 7.91 million barrels a day. Winter weather and the COVID-19 omicron variant are the likely culprits behind this demand dip. Typically, pump prices decline due to lower gas demand and a rise in total stocks, but continued growth in the price of crude oil has helped to elevate pump prices.
Name released in fatal Sunday fire
Authorities have released the name of the person who they believe died in a structure fire in Coffee County on Sunday.
Fire crews were called to a house on Boynton Valley Rd. in Coffee County at about noon on Sunday to a structure fire.
According to authorities, Douglas Nevill is believed to have died in the fire. However, identification has yet to be confirmed.
Authorities say the remains in the home were not immediately identifiable. Preliminary investigation leads investigators to believe the fire was accidental.
Coffee County Fire Investigators will handle the investigation with assistance from TBI.
SNOW PATROL – Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022
Your Snow Patrol for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, presented by your bread & milk experts at Spring Street Market, 801 S. Spring St. in Manchester. Your LOCAL grocery store!
Coffee County Schools – CLOSED
Manchester City Schools – CLOSED
Temple Baptist Christian – 2 HOUR DELAY
Cannon County Schools – CLOSED
Grundy County School – CLOSED
Franklin County Schools – CLOSED
Rutherford County Schools – CLOSED
Warren County Schools – CLOSED
Post will be updated with information as we have it on other school districts
Police searching for Coffee County man who allegedly stole camper
Area authorities need your help locating Randall Curtis – a suspect who allegedly stole an RV Camper from Newby RV Sales in Smartt Station (Warren County) on Saturday.
The stolen camper has since been recovered. But Curtis has not been apprehended, according to Warren County Sheriff’s Department.
Warrants are on file for Curtis’ arrest. He is 57 years old with brown eyes, brown hair (possibly shaved), with a beard or goatee, standing 6’1″ and weighing 185 pounds. He is a resident of Coffee County and could possibly be in the Franklin County area, authorities say. He is driving a Nissan Titan truck (pictured below).
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is encouraged to call 931-668-7000.
One person perishes in Sunday fire
One person has perished in a structure fire Sunday, according to authorities.
Fire crews were called to a house on Boynton Valley Rd. in Coffee County at about noon on Sunday to a structure fire.
According to Coffee County Sheriff’s Department investigators, an elderly male lived at the home and one person did perish in the fire. Authorities say the remains in the home were not immediately identifiable. Investigators went on to say preliminary investigation shows that the fire appears to have been an accident that may have started with a wood- burning stove.
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation will handle the investigation.
Police searching for Coffee County man who allegedly stole camper
Area authorities need your help locating Randall Curtis – a suspect who allegedly stole an RV Camper from Newby RV Sales in Smartt Station (Warren County) on Saturday.
The stolen camper has since been recovered. But Curtis has not been apprehended, according to Warren County Sheriff’s Department.
Warrants are on file for Curtis’ arrest. He is 57 years old with brown eyes, brown hair (possibly shaved), with a beard or goatee, standing 6’1″ and weighing 185 pounds. He is a resident of Coffee County and could possibly be in the Franklin County area, authorities say. He is driving a Nissan Titan truck (pictured below).
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is encouraged to call 931-668-7000.
