The Tennessee Department of Health announced on Monday, a new ad campaign, “Give It A Shot” focused on addressing vaccine hesitancy among Tennesseans. The ads will air across the state on broadcast, cable, and digital media. Some digital placement for this campaign began on May 1 and this is the next phase in the campaign rollout. “The most effective tool we have for combatting the COVID-19 virus is a vaccine,” said Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FAAP. “We recognize many Tennesseans have questions or concerns about the COVID vaccines and our goal is that these messages help to address some of those...

The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office and Tennessee Highway Patrol are currently looking for Timothy Alan West. West fled from Tennessee Highway Patrol on I-24 and crashed his vehicle at Ball Park Road in Pelham. He has warrants from Indiana for DUI and shoplifting. He was last seen wearing a gray tank top, denim shorts and possibly a denim jacket. He is 43 years old, 5’8”, and 150 pounds. He has blonde hair and hazel eyes. If you have any information, call your local law...

Gas prices across Tennessee jumped nearly 18 cents over last week in response to the recent Colonial Pipeline shutdown that led to a deluge of demand for gasoline as well as tight gasoline supply across the Southeast. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.89 which is 19 cents more than one month ago and $1.27 more than one year ago.  “The Southeast will continue to experience tight supply this week as terminals and gas stations are refueled,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Over the weekend, gas prices started to stabilize, but are expected to fluctuate in the lead up to Memorial...

After a record increase in enrollment this fall, MTSU’s College of Graduate Studies wants prospective students seeking an advanced degree or training to take advantage of a $1 application fee and admission test waiver once again for approved programs.   “Starting the journey toward graduate school can be intimidating at first,” said Dawn McCormack, associate dean of the College of Graduate Studies. “With our $1 application fee, we are making that process a little easier. The CGS staff is here to help people find their perfect graduate program match and to start down the path to achieving their educational dreams.”  Whether seeking to...

Motlow State established itself as a statewide leader in Mechatronics over a decade ago. Through partnerships with area universities and Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCAT), Motlow has established multiple pathways that lead to high-paying jobs in Mechatronics. Whether you are a high school sophomore, a recent high school graduate, or an adult looking to start a new career or advancement, many of the pathway options begin with little or no tuition costs. Mechatronics is a high-wage, high-demand program that prepares graduates for a career in fields such as automotive, power production, manufacturing, robotics, and more. Motlow offers Mechatronics...

Two pedestrians were struck by an SUV traveling toward Woodbury on Highway 53 Sunday morning at approximately 5:30 a.m. According to Manchester Police Department authorities, a male and a female were walking on the sidewalk near Powers Storage climate controlled units when the vehicle may have jumped the curve and struck them. The female, identified by authorities as Carletta Carter, age 44, was flown to Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga. As of Sunday afternoon she was listed in critical but stable condition. The male pedestrian did not receive serious injuries and did not require medical treatment. According to MPD officials,...

The Dennis Weaver Foundation – properly know as the “Dream for Weave Foundation,” presented scholarships to six graduating Coffee County Central High School athletes at the school’s awards day last week. “This is our first year of operation and with COVID limiting our ability to raise funds, we are extremely pleased that we were able to make this happen,” said foundation president Rob Clutter. “This community has been overwhelming with donations – I know Weave would be so humbled.” Receiving scholarships in varying amounts that totaled $3,500 were Jaxon Vaughn, Clarissa Barrera, Lane Spry, Sydney Shipley, Jaden Talley and...

Two benches behind the Manchester City Hall were dedicated to Manchester Mayor Lonnie Norman and Manchester Police Department Captain Chris Patterson. The benches were unveiled during a ceremony on Friday, May 14, 2021. — Thunder Radio photo by Josh Peterson Dozens of law enforcement officers, family, friends and elected officials gathered at Manchester City Hall Friday, May 14, for a bench dedication. Memorial benches behind the city hall building were dedicated to the late Manchester Mayor Lonnie Norman, who passed away on Oct. 12, 2020, and Manchester Police Department Chris Patterson, who passed away on Oct. 16, 2020. The...