Mayor Lonnie Norman Makes Statement on Positive COVID-19 City Employee.
According to a press release from Mayor Lonnie Norman, an employee at City hall tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Read his statement below. “According to the City of Manchester, an employee located at City Hall tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, May 26th, 2020. “Our staff, across all... Read more
Tullahoma Parks and Rec Release Updated COVID-19 Operations
In accordance with the guidance set forth in the governor’s exercise facility guidelines, the D.W. Wilson Community Center will continue operation under the following criteria: • On Monday, June 1st, D.W. Wilson Community Center will open for use of the Weight Room, Indoor Pool for Lap Swim, Self Guided... Read more
MTSU COVID-19 task force recommends ‘modified’ reopening, hybrid courses for fall return
Guidance includes no fall break, no on-campus classes after Thanksgiving break MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Middle Tennessee State University COVID-19 task force recommends ending classes for the Fall 2020 semester at Thanksgiving, stringent social distancing protocols and reduced classroom capacity limits when students return to campus in August. Formed by... Read more
COVID-19 So Far: Timeline of Tennessee’s Response to COVID-19 from January to May.
“From the first confirmed case of COVID-19, Gov. Lee and the State of Tennessee streamlined their response to protect the health and safety of all citizens, provide relief for struggling families and businesses, and ensure our economy rebounds from the unprecedented effects of COVID-19. We’re proud of what’s been... Read more
Daily COVID-19 Update: May 28th, 2020.
Today, the Tennessee Department of Health reports a total of 21,679 confirmed positive cases for the state, including 356 deaths, 1,689 hospitalizations and 14,632 recovered. Coffee County sees a rise in overall confirmed cases reported today at 68 confirmed positives for the county, but recoveries are up at 50,... Read more
Coffee County Tullahoma Health Dept. to Alter COVID-19 Assessment Hours.
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. – The Coffee County Tullahoma Health Department has established new COVID-19 assessment site hours for county residents that feel they need to be tested.   Coffee County Tullahoma’s COVID-19 assessment site hours are now: COFFEE COUNTY TULLAHOMA HEALTH DEPARTMENT 615 WILSON AVENUE, TULLAHOMA MONDAY – FRIDAY  8... Read more
Nissan Planning Phased Restart Beginning June 1st.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan will carry out a phased restart of its U.S. manufacturing operations beginning in early June. The company’s vehicle assembly plant in Canton, Miss. and powertrain plant in Decherd, Tenn. plan to resume production on June 1, followed by its Smyrna, Tenn. vehicle assembly plant on June... Read more
TDOE Launches TN Teacher Job Connection to Support Teacher Recruitment and Hiring
New initiative will connect job-seeking teachers with opportunities in TN districts and schools. Nashville, TN—Today, the Tennessee Department of Education launched the TN Teacher Jobs Connection, a new initiative to connect job-seeking teachers with opportunities in Tennessee’s schools and support district recruiting efforts.  All students deserve to learn from an excellent teacher, but high-quality applicants may not be aware of all openings... Read more
Daily COVID-19 Update: May 27th, 2020.
The Tennessee Department of Health reports 21,306 confirmed positive cases for the state thus far, including 353 deaths, 1,647 hospitalizations and 13,916 recovered individuals. There are still 66 confirmed positive cases for Coffee County. Though there is little change, cases have not increased from yesterday, and there are a reported... Read more
Coffee County Fun Fact: AEDC Performed Testing for SpaceX in 2014.
The SpaceX launch may not be happening today, due to weather restrictions, but it is still a good opportunity for a reminder about our county’s rich and high-tech history. In an article published November of 2014, Arnold Air Force Base announced the reactivation of a 16T Pitch Boom mechanism... Read more