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At the Law Enforcement Lifesaver’s conference in Murfreesboro on Wednesday, the Tullahoma Police Department was presented with the Governor’s Highway Safety Office (GHSO) award for the Child Passenger Safety (CPS) fitting station for Middle Tennessee. The GHSO recognized the agency in East, West, and Middle Tennessee that best demonstrates program participation. Statewide there are 89 fitting stations. In calendar year 2013, approximately 2200 car seats were issued statewide, for an average of about 24 per fitting station. In 2013, TPD conducted 89 examinations that resulted in them issuing of 79 car seats. The CPS program is a grant funded program that provides training for officers, and certifies them as technicians, in the proper installation, fitting, and sizing of children for the proper car seat. The technicians will assist parents and relatives with the proper installation of car seats, and provide guidance as too the proper restraint for a child. In order to receive a replacement car seat, Tullahoma residency is required. The technicians are generally available Monday – Friday, 6 am – 5 pm. In order to ensure a technician is available, please call (931) 455-0530 in advance. Sergeant Phil Henderson is the supervisor of the program and is assisted by 5 technicians: officers Rocky Ruehling, Tim Brandon, Matt Watson, Sam Campbell, and Mickey Blanton. The proper restraint system, along with proper installation, are key to the safety of our children. If you need assistance please contact the Tullahoma Police Department at (931) 455-0530.

Manchester Police Chief Mark Yother and Investigator Jackie Matheny were recently presented a certificate of recognition for the department’s efforts in helping the Coffee County Raider Academy (9th grade).
For the past 2 years the department has increased its presence in all of the schools in the city (both city and county schools). The department implemented a school “walk through” program that puts officers in the schools many times during a week. This increased visibility has improved communication with the school staff and students. Manchester policemen say they are proud to protect our communities’ most valuable resource, children.

Ricky Dale George

 

What started as a routine traffic stop in Manchester ended up in a chase that ended in Bedford County.
According to Manchester Assistant Chief Adam Floied, around 11 a.m. Thursday morning Manchester Officer Ernie Colvin spotted a Chevrolet pickup truck around the Wiley Street and Spring Street area being operated by an individual whom the officer knew did not have a license. The officer also noticed that the driver had a Sea Doo on the truck that was not tied down in a safe manner. “When Officer Colvin attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver took off,” according to the assistant chief. The driver then drove around several streets in Manchester and eventually ending up in the Normandy area. According to Floied, as the driver continued to run from the officers, the Sea Doo continued to move around. “It eventually fell off near Normandy Dam,” Floied said.
Capt. Frank Watkins and Sgt. Danny Ferrell with the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department were able to get the driver to stop. When they did a sheriff’s department vehicle suffered some minor damage. Also a door on the pickup came open and then shut, pinning the driver in.
Floied identified the driver as Ricky “Bo Duke” George of Manchester. He was treated at Harton Regional Medical Center for some cuts.
George is facing charges including driving on revoked license, reckless endangerment, evading arrest and aggravated assault, as well as other possible charges pending.
A passenger in the truck was not injured and was not charged.

Firefighters from Manchester Fire & Rescue raised over $6,500 during the annual “Fill the Boot” drive on the weekend of August 15, 16, 17 to benefit children and adults affected by muscle disease throughout the local area.
“For six decades, fire fighters have fueled MDA’s mission to find treatments and cures for life-threatening muscle diseases, and this year’s Manchester “Fill the Boot” results is a perfect example of the true dedication Manchester Fire & Rescue has towards supporting the families they serve,” said the MDA Area Director; Holly Carroll. “We’re grateful for the support of these inspiring, selfless individuals who provide life-saving help that will fund research, advocate for children and adults affected by muscle disease, and rally our community to fight back.” Funds raised through 2014 Manchester “Fill the Boot” event will help support MDA’s programs of worldwide research, specialized health care services, and day-to-day support – which includes sending children affected by muscular dystrophy and related muscle diseases to a week long, barrier-free MDA summer camp. About MDA The Muscular Dystrophy Association is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular diseases. It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement. Follow them online: mda.org • @MDAnashville • facebook.com/NashvilleMDA 

Are you engaged or do you know a Bride-to-Be? At Thunder Radio, we know that the marriage proposal is a dream come true. However, it’s the wedding planning process that comes after the proposal which can be a little scary. That’s why THE Bridal Show is held twice a year in Coffee County in order to help Brides and their families plan the perfect wedding without the hassle. From Cakes and Honeymoon Travel Arrangements, to Tuxedos, Wedding Dresses, and more, there is a lot to think of when planning a wedding and you can find it all under one roof at THE Bridal Show this Sunday, September 7th at the Manchester-Coffee County Conference Center from 1-4pm. Admission is FREE and all Brides-to-Be who pre-register at WMSRRadio.com will be entered for a chance to win EXTRA Prizes! To find out more about THE Bridal Show, watch our all new Thunder TV News Video online at WMSRRadio.com.