Tullahoma Chamber of Commerce has announced that Tullahoma will continue with its planned Christmas Parade this year. The Tullahoma Parade will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4. This year’s theme will be A Candyland Christmas. Anyone wanting to register a float or group should visit www.tullahoma.org. Meanwhile, the Manchester Christmas Parade (themed Childhood Dreams of Christmas) will be the week before Tullahoma’s at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. If you plan to enter the Manchester parade, deadline is Nov. 20. Pick up applications at the Manchester Recreation Center at 557 N. Woodland...

Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and Military Family Month dedicates November to military families worldwide. The observance recognizes the commitment and dedication these families make to their service members. Their sacrifices make it possible for our military to remain organized and strong. Motlow State Community College welcomes veterans, active military, and their families and provides opportunities to earn certificates and associate degrees with full veteran benefits. High-wage, high-demand fields like Entrepreneurship, Robotics, Supply Chain Management, and Cyber Defense are extremely popular with veterans and the military. Each is designed to place graduates into the workforce after two years of...

The “Joe Casey Law Enforcement Torch Run” across Tennessee begins Tuesday evening (Nov. 10) in Bristol. Manchester Police Department wants to bring awareness and raise funds for the amazing athletes that compete in the Special Olympic Games. These athletes have overcome many obstacles with hearts of champions. Manchester Police Department Chief Mark “Yogi” Yother is coordinating the run and has challenged all Chiefs across the state to contribute a minimum of $100.00. “To be part of this event and contribute in a small way is very humbling” said Chief Yother. Ami Shedd (Chief Yother’s daughter) is a teacher and...

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week Nov. 8-14, Motlow State Community College announces three new apprenticeship opportunities on the horizon. Focusing on its 11-county service area’s specific needs, Motlow is actively developing apprenticeships for the nursery industry, robotics & automation industry, and municipal water treatment. Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce. Individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Apprenticeship is a proven training program used to recruit, train, and retain world-class talent, and each program is registered and validated by the U.S. Department...

The Coffee County Commission is scheduled for a full commission meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the Coffee County Administrative Plaza. There will be a public hearing prior to the meeting at 5 p.m. regarding a zoning amendment that is in regards to quarry zoning. The full agenda is below: 1. Sheriff Proclaims Commission Open for Business 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 4. Roll Call 5. Approve agenda. 6. Public Comments 7. Review and approval of the minutes of previous meeting. 8. Resolution of Memorial, Sympathy and Commendation a. Resolution 2020-23 – Martha...

The Tennessee gas price average continues to decline and has dropped two cents over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.85 which is nine cents less than one month ago and nearly 51 cents less than one year ago. Tennessee’s state gas price average has declined the past 27 consecutive days for a total discount of nine cents. The average price in Coffee County is $1.82. The average national price is $2.11. “With an increase in COVID-19 infections, both locally and across the nation, gasoline demand is positioned to weaken, though its not likely to drop...

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) warns unemployment claimants about an email scam that continues to make its way across the country. The historic increase in unemployment claims due to the COVID-19 pandemic led to targeted fraudulent activity in many states across the nation. The email circulating from coast to coast pinpoints individual claimants, trying to convince them there is an issue with their claim. The email utilizes a seemingly authentic, but generic email address and has the subject line “Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Notification” It warns claimants online access to their account has been restricted because...

Students at Coffee County Central High School will be distributing free “take & bake” pizzas to veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. The event is sponsored by the school’s FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) Club. Under the leadership of Becki Louden and Angela Neal, FCCLA Advisors and Culinary Arts teachers, high school Culinary Arts students will be involved with preparing and boxing the pizzas. Due to health concerns, a table will be set up outside the front entrance to the high school. Veterans are asked to park in the circle...