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District Attorney: Public Statement Regarding Dangelo Dorsey’s Murderous Rampage”

News September 15, 2020

The following statement was released by Coffee County District Attorney, Craig Northcott following the events that unfolded Sunday, after a shooter on I-24 injured and killed several. The statement in the images reads as follows: “Dear Citizens of Coffee County and All Others Concerned: As you know, Dangello Dorsey... Read more

TBI Press Release on Dangelo Dorsey Case

Uncategorized September 13, 2020

The following is a statement attributable to TBI Director David Rausch: At the onset, on behalf of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, I want to extend condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and those injured as a result of today’s set of tragic events. This... Read more

TBI:I-24 Shooter Identified, Still at Large

News September 13, 2020

The TBI has been requested to investigate this morning’s deadly shooting on I-24 in Coffee County, in which an armed and dangerous suspect is still on the run. Agents are also investigating reported carjackings in several surrounding Middle Tennessee counties that may be related. The TBI has confirmed the... Read more

Beechgrove Shooting Update

News September 13, 2020

Officials have confirmed one death and two injuries due to a shooting that occurred after an argument inside a vehicle travelling on I-24 in Manchester. After an apparent argument from yesterday, four Black males travelling in a black Dodge Charger swiped another vehicle on the interstate after shots were... Read more

Shooting in Beechgrove near Exit 97

News September 13, 2020

Authorities have reported this morning that there has been a shooting in Beechgrove, near exit 97 on Interstate 24. Currently, there is one confirmed death. Lanes travelling westbound are currently closed, and members of the Beechgrove community are reporting to be on “lock down” as the shooter is still... Read more

Coffee County Virtual Learning Option for 2nd 9 Weeks Available

News September 11, 2020

Coffee County Schools will continue to offer parents the option of distance learning. Parents must reapply every quarter for continued participation. Renewal application directions are located on the district website beginning Monday September 14 at www.coffeecountyschools.com. The window for the renewal application is Sept 14-Oct 9. The renewal process... Read more

County Citizen Pens Letter to Community Regarding Q-1 Zoning Changes.

News September 11, 2020

The article below was written by concerned resident, founder of the Beechgrove Community Group, Jinan Robison. Robison has penned this letter to the public over the Q-1 Quarry Zoning Change, which you can read more about here. “I am writing to let you know about a concern that has... Read more

Tullahoma Mayor Proclaims September as ‘Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.’

News September 11, 2020

Newly elected mayor of Tullahoma, Mayor Ray Knowis, has proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. “Mayor Knowis proudly presents Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network representative, Ellen Stowers, with a proclamation that urges all citizens to work to prevent suicide and to raise awareness and tolerance around all people affected... Read more

Coffee County Rescue Squad to Host 8th Annual BBQ Dinner

News September 10, 2020

The Coffee County Rescue Squad will be hosting their 8th annual Chicken and BBQ dinner on October 3rd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s dinner will be drive-thru only. The cost per plate is $10. Read more

Ben Lomand Internet Coming to County Residents

News September 9, 2020

Internet provider Ben Lomand Connect will soon be bringing fiber internet to residents in the Antioch Church of Christ area in Coffee County. This Saturday, there will be a meeting from 10am-3pm at Antioch Church of Christ and bring any questions you may have on internet, security, video or... Read more