White House Labels Coffee County as ‘Red Zone’ for COVID-19
News August 6, 2020
Members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force are warning about the continued high transmission rates in 75 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Task Force leader, Dr. Deborah Birx, stated in a meeting Wednesday morning, that large gatherings in counties labeled as “red zones” and “yellow zones” should be postponed.... Read more
Tullahoma Police Department has announced a lane closure on Carroll Street/Highway 55 Viaduct for Thursday. TPD states “motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and use caution when travelling east bound over the viaduct.” The outside east bound lane will be closed from approximately 6:30 am until 2:00 pm.... Read more
New law gives increased timeframe, gives mothers two weeks to surrender unharmed newborns NASHVILLE, Tenn.— The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services joins A Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee, Inc. to alert citizens to the newly amended Safe Haven Law passed by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed... Read more
Six State Parks Lead Way in ‘Go Green With Us’ Program
News August 5, 2020
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has recognized six of the 56 Tennessee State Parks with platinum level status for their performance in environmental sustainability in the state’s Go Green With Us program. “Our state parks have implemented responsible practices in sustainability, and we are... Read more
State Stimulus Dashboard: Coffee County Received Over $80 Million in CARES Grants.
News August 4, 2020
In a new interactive site from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee’s Financial Stimulus Accountability Group is making information available about federal stimulus money distributed in Tennessee. The site allows citizens of Tennessee to view county specific information about stimulus funds sent to Tennessee. The site tracks the allocation of $13.18... Read more
Gov. Lee Calls Special Session for the Tennessee General Assembly on August 10, 2020
News August 3, 2020
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee called for the Tennessee General Assembly to convene on Monday, August 10, 2020 for a special session to address COVID-19 liability protections, telehealth services and laws governing the Capitol grounds. “As COVID-19 continues to present unique challenges, we feel it is in the best... Read more
Arnold AFB Airmen Support Combatant Commanders
News August 3, 2020
ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. — Arnold Engineering Development Complex team members work together day-in, day-out to execute the mission of testing systems that ensure the U.S. military maintains superiority over foes. This mission is often focused on the future fight, but Airmen assigned to AEDC also deploy to... Read more
Motlow President Torrence appointed to American Association of Community Colleges Board
News August 3, 2020
Motlow State President Dr. Michael Torrence has been appointed to the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Commission on Institutional Infrastructure and Transformation. The Commission appointment is for three years, from July 1, 2020, until June 30, 2023. The appointment to the AACC board is the latest in a... Read more
COVID-19 in Coffee County: August 2nd, 2020.
News August 2, 2020
The Tennessee Department of Health reports a total of 411 confirmed cases in Coffee County as of August 2, 2020. There are 234 known active cases, along with 175 recoveries, and 2 deaths. The active case rate is still currently under 0.5%, fewer than 282 active cases, therefore is... Read more
COVID-19 in Coffee County: August 1st, 2020.
News August 1, 2020
This afternoon, the Tennessee Department of Health reports a total confirmed COVID-19 case county of 395 for Coffee County. There are 219 known active cases, 174 recoveries, and 2 deaths in the county so far. 8,288 tests adminstered in Coffee County are reported as having negative results. Currently, Coffee... Read more
















