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Man charged with murder for overdose death
A Chattanooga man has been indicted on second-degree murder charges after investigators say he was the drug dealer who sold fentanyl to a man who overdosed.

Bridge built for access to History Park
In the 2005 animated movie, “Robots”, the main character named Rodney has a catch phrase, “See a need, fill a need.” Last week, the staff at Parks and Recreation did exactly that.

Courthouse and Historical Society Museum reopens May 9
Coffee County Historical Society will reopen the Historic Court House on the Manchester square on May 9 at 1 p.m. after being closed for remodeling.

Terminated Youth Librarian alleges retaliation
Coffee County Manchester Public Library’s Youth Librarian Daphanie Gragg has alleged in a public statement on April 27 that her termination earlier in the day was due to retaliation from her employers stemming from claims of work-related medical conditions.

Book Shelf honors volunteers
In recognition of April as Volunteer Appreciation Month, the Book Shelf recognized over forty volunteers at their annual appreciation breakfast Tuesday morning. The Book Shelf is the fundraising arm for the Coffee County Adult Literacy Council and has been described as “a gem of a bookstore in downtown Tullahoma”.

Glick requests special session on homelessness
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering a study session to discuss the problem of homelessness in Tullahoma.

Estill Lions celebrate 65 years
Estill Lions celebrate 65 years

Tullahoma Senior Citizens Center plant memorial tree
Tullahoma Senior Citizens Center plant memorial tree

Miss Tullahoma winners honored
The board of mayor and aldermen recognized the winners of the 2026 Miss Tullahoma Pageant held on March 6 at South Jackson Performing Arts Center at their last meeting. Honored with certificates of recognition from Mayor Lynn Sebourn were Emeri Claire Simmons - Little Miss Tullahoma, Riley Kate Brazier - Young Miss Tullahoma, KaCee Morgan Bordenet - Junior Miss Tullahoma, and Summer Grace Marie Kelly - Miss Tullahoma. The competition is a scholarship pageant for high school students (grades 9-12), with various age divisions ranging from younger contestants up to the senior title.

Live on the Lawn returns May 22
The GFWC Centennial Woman’s Club of Tullahoma will be holding its sixth annual “Live on the Lawn” fundraiser on Friday, May 22, from 6 – 9 p.m. “Enjoy a concert on the lawn featuring the band, A Slice of American Pie, who will be performing on the patio stage at South Jackson Performing Arts Center,” GFWC representatives said. “ This year’s event will feature a tribute to America’s 250th Birthday.”
