Parents should be aware of the influence of 4/20 events
J Marijuana is illegal in Tennessee for recreational and medical use. Yet, does the legality of cannabis stop people from using the drug? Obviously not. Marijuana companies in states where the drug is legal capitalize on Americans traveling to attend…
Linda Elaine Gifford Farmer Obituary
Linda Elaine Gifford Farmer, 73, of Huntland, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at her residence. Linda was born on Nov. 21, 1949, in Jackson County, Alabama to the late Boggus Ongle and…
Experience matters in education
J We must keep our most effective educators in the classroom and public education. We are losing too many good educators due to frustration, increased job demands, workload, and quality of life issues. Retention is critical. Retiring teachers or retired…
Budget changes to include sales tax growth
B In an effort to stave off a financial shortfall and avoid a property tax increase to offset it, the Franklin County Finance Committee has adopted a move to include anticipated sales tax growth in balancing the county’s budget. Commissioner…
City postpones investigation into HR Director
C Two months after placing Human Resources Director Casta Brice on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into city document disposal procedures, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen postponed a vote on beginning the investigation. In February, the board placed…
Bluegrass festival celebrates its Appalachian Roots
C The Caverns in Grundy County is bringing a new bluegrass festival to the Payne’s Cove in Pelham Valley this July. Bluegrass is a form of American roots music and is a sub-genre of country music. Like the makeup of…
Oak Ridge Boys member performs in Coffee County
N Longtime member of The Oak Ridge Boys William Lee Golden will be joined by his family band The Goldens for an evening of classic country hits, old time rock ’n’ roll and gospel classics Friday, May 26 at the…
Tigerettes outlast Lady Wildcats
R Tullahoma took a tough loss Tuesday on Military appreciation night. They lost 7-6 in the 8th inning to the Marshall County Tigerettes. The Lady Wildcats had a tough day. They committed two errors that lead to runs and left…
Woman charged in claw hammer attack
S A woman faces felony assault charges after she allegedly attacked another woman with a hammer, leaving the victim with staples in her head and multiple broken ribs. The suspect, Sherrie Renee Smith, 60, is charged with aggravated assault, a…
Sheriff praised for bravery in armed standoff
J Coffee County Sheriff Chad Partin was recognized at the Coffee County Commission meeting, Tuesday, April 11 for his actions during a recent armed conflict in Tullahoma in which the suspect pointed a gun at him and bragged about how…
