Coronavirus
News related to the Covid-19 Pandemic in Southern Middle Tennessee
Gov Lee Backtracks on latest Executive Order
After issuing an executive order on Tuesday night that said barber shops and hair salons would not be allowed to open at this time Governor Lee as quickly changed his mind. Lee said he had received backlash because of the older he had issued.Hair salons and barber shops in most of Tennessee will be allowed …
Update on Bonnaroo Tickets
We wanted to take a moment to provide you with a status update on Bonnaroo 2020. This year’s festival has been rescheduled to September 24-27,2020, and your tickets will automatically be valid for the new date. We hope that you will hang on to your tickets and join us in Manchester this fall. We understand …
Coffee County District Attorney gives Opinion about Possible Criminal Enforcement of Gov. Lee’s Executive Orders
Statement from Coffee County District Attorney Craig Northcott concerning criminal enforcement of Gov. Bill Lee’s Executive Orders. This is relative to the closure of certain businesses and the restraint on individual freedoms. I have from the beginning held grave concerns about the constitutionality of the statutory construct under which Gov. Lee exercised this authority and, …
Gov Lee Issue New Safer at Home Executive Order Until May 29
Lots of changes and Governor Lee’s latest executive order.Some businesses will not be allowed to open until after May 29th. Click on the link to read the entire order.exec-orders-lee30
With Restrictions Retail Reopens Wednesday, Gyms/Fitness Centers to Open Friday
Retail businesses opening Wednesday will be at 50% capacity and other restrictions in Tennessee. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Economic Recovery Group announced Tuesday that gyms in our area will be allowed to reopen Friday, May 1 with guidelines put in place. Some of the guidelines put in place include restricting access to staffed …
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TN Youth Detention Population Plummets During Pandemic
Tennessee juvenile courts say the number of arrests of young people has dropped since the Coronavirus pandemic began – and this mirrors a national trend, according to a new analysis by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.The review of juvenile justice agencies in 30 states showed the number of kids in local youth detention centers dipped …
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State Releases Graduation Guidelines
The Tennessee Department of Education has released some graduation guidelines to districts all across the state. White there are many ways to still celebrate, the state says safety needs to come first. The decision to hold a ceremony is up to school boards and superintendents. If they decide to hold one, they’ll need to work …
2020 Girls Scout Camp Cancelled
Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee’s decision to cancel Summer Camp programming for 2020. Due to the ever-changing landscape of COVID-19 precautions, Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee’s decision is a reflection of their strong commitment to the health and safety of campers, staff, and all families involved. At this time, you have several options regarding any …
