Local News stories across Southern Middle Tennessee
New data on firearm background checks by the TBI’s Tennessee Instant Check System show a record-setting number of transactions in 2020. The spike represents a 53 percent increase over 2019. According to the TBI in 2019, there were 485,702 transactions while in 2020 there were over 740,580 transactions. The TBI says Tennessee’s spike outpaced the national …
Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (DREMC) is continuing to present $25,000 in total contributions to support local economies, with $12,500 being contributed by DREMC and a matching $12,500 donation provided by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Several chambers of commerce in the DREMC service area have been awarded funding with each being presented a portion …
Due to the trending decline of Covid-19 cases in Coffee County, Tullahoma Parks and Recreation will be phasing in the following procedures as of Feb. 1: • Common use/lobby areas will be available. • All fitness and water classes are resuming as scheduled. • Open gym/basketball can resume. • Pavilion/Park rentals for more than 50 people will require a …
Tullahoma Parks and Recreation changing Covid-19 Posture Read More »
Coffee County 911 Communication Director Diane Argraves has filed a complaint against Sheriff Chad Partin citing allegations of discrimination and hostile work environment. In a report from our news partner The Manchester Times asked Argraves for a statement, but she declined to comment at this time. Partin said told the Times, “The Coffee County Communications …
Complaint Filed Against Coffee County Sheriff Chad Partin by 911 Director Read More »
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office authorities are attempting to locate three individuals wanted on felony warrants for Violation of Sex Offender Rules. The three men are identified as David Donaldson, Jared Stewart and Mikell Moore. Anyone having any information regarding the location of any of these individuals is asked to contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office …
On Wednesday, The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed 154 additional deaths due to COVID-19, bringing the state up to 9,316 total deaths. Tennessee is averaging 89 deaths per day during the month of January. January 27 now stands as the third-highest single-day increase for deaths in Tennessee. Four of the state’s five highest single-day increases have …
With 4 Days left, State Sets Record for Most Deaths in One Month due to COVID-19 Read More »
On January 25, 2021 around 10:30 p.m. officers with the Winchester Police Department responded to a burglar alarm at Bennett’s Pharmacy located at 1201 Dinah Shore Boulevard. When officers arrived they found the front window shattered and the investigation revealed that property was taken. Surveillance video showed two suspects dressed in black that allegedly committed …
Burglary and Theft at Bennett’s Pharmacy in Winchester Read More »
Health Departments in the On Target News coverage area continues to book appointments for individuals in Phase 1a1, 1a2 in Bedford, Coffee, Franklin, Grundy, Lincoln, Moore or Rutherford counties. Plan 1b is now available in Warren and Cannon counties the Tennessee COVID-19 Vaccination Plan. Residents can find out if they’re eligible for Phase 1a1, 1a2 …
Coffee County Central High School students may come to school on Fridays from 8-11 a.m. to receive tutoring, to get help with missing assignments from third quarter, or to complete tests or quizzes. Help is offered on the following schedule: 8:00-9:30 a.m. – Science, English, Social Studies, Special Education 9:30-11:00 a.m. – Math, Foreign Language, …
Tutoring Available for Coffee County High School Students Read More »
Motlow State’s Automation & Robotics Training Center (ARTC) achieved a significant milestone recently, becoming a FANUC Authorized Satellite Training (FAST) Program. Achieving FAST school status qualifies Motlow’s students who successfully complete the authorized course work to be on par with those attending FANUC provided training. FANUC recognizes FAST certified students as eligible for advanced training. …
Motlow is an FANUC Authorized Satellite Training (FAST) Program. Read More »
