Half-century of AEDC support for F100 engine approaches
ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. – When the F100 engine was tested at Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) near the end of the 1960s, it marked the beginning of what would become a longstanding relationship. Throughout the subsequent 50 years, variants of the F100, the propulsion unit used to power the F-15... Read more
Manchester Rotary Club Christmas Concert set for December 6th&7th.
Manchester Rotary Club, in partnership with Trinity Baptist Church, invites you and your family to hear a talented performance at its annual Community Christmas Concert, Directed by Reverend Dana Brooks. “We are pleased to continue a strong tradition during the holiday season and hope your hearts will be filled... Read more
Train Hits Man in Manchester
A man was hit by a train Tuesday in Manchester. The incident happened near Rose Street, just before 7 p.m., Nov. 26. Jerry Messick was standing near the railroad and the train grazed him. Messick was transported to Unity Medical Center by Coffee County Emergency Medical Services. The injuries... Read more
Habitat for Humanity building futures
Highland Rim Habitat for Humanity (HRHFH) is a nonprofit and nondenominational Christian organization that “brings people together and builds homes” in Coffee and Franklin counties. The nonprofit is dedicated to building simple, decent and affordable homes in the area since 1992. HRHFH is an affiliate for Habitat for Humanity... Read more
Tennessee ranks second friendliest state in the country.
According to travel site “Big Seven Travel” our lovely state has been named the second friendliest state in the entire country.  The website describes The Volunteer State as, “That classic Southern charm is in full swing in Tennessee, where locals have a buzzing attitude and an eagerness to show... Read more
Human Skull Found in Manchester
While investigating an unrelated case last week, police in Manchester, Tennessee, found a human skull that so far has led to more questions than answers. Police made the discovery about 5 p.m. CST on Wednesday, according to a statement posted by the department on social media. The location is... Read more
National Aerospace Solutions leadership celebrates 2019 Salute to Excellence annual award winners
ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. – Team members with National Aerospace Solutions, LLC, the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) Test Operations and Sustainment contractor, received awards Nov. 5 during the Salute to Excellence Annual Awards Banquet at Arnold Lakeside Center. Presentations were given for the: Quality Award, Safety Award, Security... Read more
Arnold Junior Force Council helping feed local families through annual Thanksgiving food drive
ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. – As part of an annual food drive, the Arnold Air Force Base Junior Force Council members collected donations for more than 30 food baskets for Coffee County families in need of Thanksgiving meals. Baskets and boxes were placed at several buildings on base so... Read more
NAS Donates to Local First Responders
ARNOLD AFB, Tenn. – National Aerospace Solutions said “thank you” recently to local organizations for their assistance with this summer’s NAS Family Picnic.During the picnic, employees and their families and friends traded donations for a chance to dunk members of the NAS leadership team. Proceeds from the dunk tank were... Read more
NAS donation helps establish a sensory room at Hands-On Science Center
ARNOLD AFB, Tenn. – After doing her research and realizing there are limited activities locally for children with special needs, Taryn Sjostrom, a Tullahoma mother, reached out to individuals at the Hands-On Science Center about creating a sensory-friendly room. “The idea started with a family vacation to Dollywood,” Sjostrom said.... Read more