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Big plans working for America 250
The city of Tullahoma has been approved for a $10,000 grant for the upcoming America 250 celebration.

County Attorney says ouster proceedings not justified
County Attorney Mark Williams sent a memorandum dated April 8 at the request of County Mayor Dennis Hunt to update the County Commission on the results of his investigation into alleged misconduct by Commissioner Joe Mike Hodge that potentially could have led to ouster proceedings.
Boater drowns at Normandy Lake
The body of a man who died after his boat hit a tree on Normandy Lake has been found. Earlier in the day on Friday, April 10, the sheriff’s office received a call at about 1 p.m. about a boat floating near Fire Lake with no one on board. The sheriff’s office, along with assistance from both Coffee County and Warren County rescue and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, began searching and diving the area to find the owner of the boat.
Man killed in fall at Old Stone Fort
A Nashville man hiking with his girlfriend at Old Stone Fort Park fell to his death this past Thursday, losing his balance as he swatted at an insect before plummeting over 20 feet over a cliff.

Jon Cook benefit concert Friday
A benefit concert for Jon Cook will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at First Methodist Church in the Family Activities Center. A $20 donation is suggested. The lineup of performers will include Jim and Inge Wood and Angela and Alex Stidham, Tennessee Banjo champion Joey Gipson, international guitar champion Shane Adkins and Mike Rudder and Friends. The church is located at 208 W. Lauderdale Street in Tullahoma.

Dot recalls induction into Women Impacting Community
If you read the local newspaper or follow the Chamber of Commerce web-site, you are aware that the annual event entitled “Women Impacting the Community” will be occurring again this year on 5 May at the Atlantic venue and tickets are available at the Chamber office. It is always a lovely event so I hope to see you there.

2026 finalists named for Women Impacting the Community
The Tullahoma Area Chamber of Commerce has released the list of finalists for the 2026 Women Impacting the Community luncheon.

Kelsie Parks Adams announces candidacy for Coffee County Circuit Court Clerk
Kelsie Parks Adams has announced her run for Coffee County Circuit Court Clerk. Her announcement reads as follows: As the May 5th Republican Primary approaches, Kelsie Parks Adams continues her campaign for Circuit Court Clerk, centering her message on the core values of Accuracy, Accountability, and Approachable leadership.

Jenny Anthony announces re-election for Circuit Court Clerk
Jenny Anthony has announced her re-election campaign for Coffee County Circuit Court Clerk. Her announcement reads as follows: Dear Citizens of Coffee County, With a heart full of gratitude and a steadfast commitment to serving our community with integrity and professionalism, I am proud to announce my candidacy for re-election as your Circuit Court Clerk. Over the past five years, it has been an honor to serve Coffee County with unwavering dedication, striving to improve judicial services for our citizens and judiciary.

Services today for ‘Greatest Ranger That Ever Was’
Thomas Edward Gwynn, one of Tullaboma’s oldest residents, and “The greatest Ranger that ever was” passed this life on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Life Care Center at the age of 106, just two months shy of his 107th birthday.
