Members of the Tennessee General Assembly confirmed the appointment of Sarah K. Campbell to the Tennessee Supreme Court in a joint session in the House Chamber on Thursday.  Sarah K. Campbell most recently served as Tennessee’s Associate Solicitor General and Special Assistant to the Attorney General. In that role, she represented the state before the Tennessee Supreme Court, the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Courts of Appeals. She previously worked for Williams and Connolly LLP in Washington, D.C. While in D.C., she clerked for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito.   Sarah Campbell The vacancy on the Tennessee Supreme...

A TBI Most Wanted Alert has been issued on behalf of the Murfreesboro Police Department for Jamar Adams Marks. Marks is wanted on numerous charges, including first degree murder, attempted first degree murder, three counts of aggravated assault, reckless endangerment and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. Marks was allegedly involved in a deadly shooting at Habibi Hookah Cafe in Murfreesboro Friday night. One person was killed and others injured. Marks may be traveling in a 2012 Silver Ford Focus with Tennessee Tag 433DD7. He should be considered armed and dangerous. A reward of up to $2,500...

Three out-of-the-area males have been arrested after allegedly attempting to obtain controlled substance using a fraudulent prescription in Winchester. According to Winchester Police Department, officers were dispatched to Bennett’s Pharmacy on Dinah Shore Blvd about three males attempting to obtain a controlled substance through a fraudulent prescription. Upon arrival, officers made contact with Bryce Marshall, of Ozone Park, New York. Marshall allegedly fled from officers but was apprehended nearby. Continued investigation led the Decherd Police Department to stop a vehicle with two occupants – Vashawn Evans of Ooltewah, Tennessee and Jumonte Brown of Chattanooga, Tennessee. All three have been...

A 34-year old man has been arrested after allegedly stabbing an employee of a cell phone store in neighboring Shelbyville. According to a report by the Shelbyville Times-Gazette, John Oglesby, age 34, has been charged with aggravated assault after the incident. Oglesby became irate and stabbed a 33-year old worker at the Cricket Wireless on North Main St. in Shelbyville Wednesday. Oglesby allegedly stabbed the victim in the ribs and in the head. He is being held on $50,000 bond . The victim is reported to be in stable...

Tullahoma City Schools received exciting news as the district was awarded $10,000 in grant funds from TE Connectivity. “TCS is so thankful for TE Connectivity and the commitment that they have toward supporting our teachers and students through innovative program offerings,” said TCS Director of Schools, Dr. Catherine Stephens. “These funds will ensure that our educators continue to have the resources they need to create unique and meaningful learning opportunities for our students.” Bel-Aire and Jack T. Farrar elementary schools are the largest beneficiaries, as the campuses combined to receive $4,920 in grant funds. The money that both schools...

Left to right: CHS principal Paul Parsley, Haley Barnard and Rosalyn Partin with Manchester H&R Block. Join us at Thunder Radio and Rosalyn Partin of the Manchester H&R Block and congratulate our student of the week – Haley Barnard Haley is a junior at Coffee County Central High School. She was nominated by her teachers and administrators.  Haley is the daughter of Amy and Josh Barnard. She is a member of Student Government, is the HOSA secretary and is part of the Beta club. She enjoys learning and crochet. Upon graduating, Haley plans to pursue a career in the...

UPDATE Authorities arrested Richard Lightburn, 42, on Tuesday, Feb. 8 after he allegedly stole two vehicles over a two day period and led authorities on two high-speed pursuits. Thunder Radio News has learned that Lightburn was on probation in Murfreesboro for, of all things, theft charges. According to Thunder Radio news partner WGNS Radio, Lightburn allegedly stole a F-250 pickup from a contractor working on a project along Old Lascassas Pike. The contractor noted that he heard the sound of his struck being started and at that point, he looked and saw his F-250 driving away and identified Lightburn...

Franklin County Sheriff’s Department is currently investigating an incident involving individuals in SXS and other ATVs who allegedly trespassed on private property in the Keith Springs Mountain area. The owner of the property alleges in a report that over $2,000 in thefts and vandalism occurred. This incident allegedly happened on Saturday, Feb. 5. You can see photos of the suspects’ vehicles below. Anyone who can help identify these individuals is encouraged to contact the FCSD at...