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One killed in two-vehicle crash on Hwy 55 in Manchester Wednesday
The driver of a Nissan Maxima was pronounced dead on the scene of a Wednesday afternoon accident on State Route 55 near Bowling Alley Rd. According to officials, at approximately 4:14 p.m. Wednesday, Manchester Fire and Rescue, Manchester Police Department, Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Coffee County EMS and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a Nissan Maxima and a TDOT dump truck. The driver of the Maxima has been identified by THP as Brittany Burnette, age 28, of Manchester. She was pronounced dead on the scene. According to a preliminary accident report released by...
Complete your Census online beginning Thursday, March 12
You can complete your 2020 Census online starting Thursday, March 12. Simply click here to get started. You will be prompted to enter your unique Census code that will come to you in the mail. However, if you have not yet received your Census mail with your unique code, you can click the area that says “If you do not have an ID, click here.” At this point, you will be directed to fill out the Census by simply using your accurate street address as of April 1, 2020. This is the first United States Census that...
City schools throwing Census party March 27
The Manchester City School System is throwing a 2020 Census event for Manchester families with students attending the Manchester City Schools. On Friday, March 27, from 2-6 p.m. the Manchester School system has rented out the Manchester Recreation Complex at 557 N. Woodland St. and all students, along with their families, are invited to participate in this grand Census event. There will be approximately 35 stations for families to complete their Census online with help from Volunteers. There will be prizes on hand for those who complete their census, drawings for other door prizes, free food and other fun...
Proactive screening procedures implemented at Unity hospital entrances to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19
Unity Medical Center is continuing to follow CDC guidelines to better protect our patients, staff and visitors. Over the past several weeks, hospital leaders have been taking proactive steps in preparation for the potential spread of COVID-19 including regular communications with local and state public health officials, monitoring and conserving the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and reinforcing effective environmental cleaning policies to support infection control. In addition to preparedness processes already in place, Unity Medical Center will be implementing new screening protocols at all hospital entrances as a proactive measure to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses....
Tullahoma announces new city schools director
Tullahoma City Schools have announced the hiring of Dr. Catherine Stephens as the system’s director of schools. The announcement was made at a special called board meeting on Wednesday. Stephens will be the first female director of schools in Tullahoma history, according to the Tullahoma News. Stephens is currently associate director of schools at the Special School District in Williamson County, and also serves as an adjunct professor at...
Manchester Rec Center postpones March family night
The Manchester Recreation Center has announced that it has postponed its March Amazing Family night due to health concerns regarding large group events. Instead of March 20, the Amazing Family Night has now been postponed until May...
Habitat for Humanity looking for seniors to benefit from grant program
Highland Rim Habitat for Humanity is currently looking for applicants for its Aging in Place senior citizen grant. According to Terrie Quick, president of the Highland Rim Habitat for Humanity, the grant is in place for older citizens with needs for home improvements like handicap ramps, shower renovations, window replacements and other home renovations to aid seniors in staying in their home longer without having to move to a nursing home or an assisted living facility. A few requirements for the program are as follows: *Applicants should be 60 years old or older *Applicants should own their home *Taxes...
Fit & Strong informational meeting set for Friday
There will be an informational meeting on the Fit & Strong program put on by the Manchester Recreation Center on Friday, March 13, at 1 p.m. at the Coffee County Senior Center – located at 603 Woodbury Highway. Fit and Strong is an exercise & behavior change program for older adults with lower extremity osteoarthritis. Fit and Strong includes 60-minutes of exercise and 30-minutes of group health discussion. This program is designed to help you manage arthritis, exercise safely, decrease joint pain & stiffness, improve daily function, reduce anxiety and depression, develop and maintain an active lifestyle. This is...
