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Burning trailer forces closure of I-24
A Florida trucker was able to save himself and his tractor in the pre-dawn hours Friday morning when his trailer erupted in flames on Interstate 24 near the Coffee-Grundy County…

AEDC at 75: The first engine test that confirmed AEDC’s mission
DIAMOND BROWN AEDC Contributor When a General Electric J-47 turbojet engine thundered to life inside Arnold Engineering Development Center’s Engine Test Facility on May 3,… Login to continue reading Login…

VTHH supports Stuff the Bus
Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital employees demonstrated their commitment to local students by donating nearly 1,500 school supply items to the United Way of South Central Tennessee’s annual Stuff the Bus initiative, helping ensure children in Tullahoma begin the school year prepared and confident.

Bra-vado – Bra burning Manchester man still in jail
Work is underway to replace Sparta Street’s Dollar General. It was destroyed last year by a man who allegedly set fire to a bra out of anger.

Hands-On Science Center celebrates 36 years with birthday bash Saturday
The Hands-On Science Center (HOSC) is gearing up for its birthday party this weekend, and it’s inviting the community to celebrate 36 years of sparking curiosity, encouraging exploration, and inspiring generations of young scientists through engaging, hands-on STEM learning.

HOSC launches after-school STEM program
Just ahead of its upcoming birthday bash, the Hands-On Science Center (HOSC) has announced that registration for its 2026 After-School STEM Learning Program.

Wildlife photography contest open
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s 12th annual Wildlife and Nature Photo Contest is open for submissions Aug. 1-31, 2026.

County Planning eyes data center restrictions
The Coffee County Planning Commission along with a professional planner working as a consultant and the county attorney discussed possible restrictions for the newly enacted zoning resolution on data centers.

Troupe appointed to planning commission
James Troupe has been appointed to the Tullahoma Planning Commission to fill an open spot on the commission.

Berry, Bradford and Dent win aldermanic seats
It was a night of change in Tullahoma as Daniel Berry, Donna Bradford and Mike Dent were elected to serve on the Tullahoma Board of Mayor and Aldermen, while Coffee County Mayor Dennis Hunt retained his seat in a landslide.
