News for Warren County, Tennnessee
It has come to the attention of the Tullahoma Police Department (TPD) that some people in the community have received phone calls where it looks like the number calling is coming from the Tullahoma Police Department. A subject then identifies themselves as a TPD officer and tries to get money from the caller by claiming …
The Coffee County Jail became a victim of an attempted cyber-attack and ransomware demand on Monday. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and state Homeland Security cyber experts are investigating. NewsChannel 5 reports that jail staff noticed electronic files being moved and then the entire system locked up. A message was sent to the jail demanding payment …
Coffee County Jail Dealing with Cyber and Ransomware Attack Read More »
On Monday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced $200 million in grants to be distributed to every county and city government across Tennessee for one-time, local expenses in fiscal year 2021. Funding is based on population as published by the US Census Bureau. Each county will receive at least $500,000, and each city or municipality will …
The TN Department of Health provides updates to the confirmed cases of COVID-19 patients diagnosed in the state. The state currently reports 65 deaths, at least 3,802 confirmed cases, 352 hospitalized, and 356 recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health has launched a new Public Information Hotline at: 1-877-857-2945 is available from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. CT. Click …
Community non-profit blood center, Blood Assurance, will be collecting plasma donations from recovered COVID-19 donors to be used as an investigational treatment for critically ill COVID-19 patients. COVID-19 convalescent plasma is an FDA investigational treatment where plasma is transfused from a recovered COVID-19 donor into a critically ill patient. Plasma from recovered individuals contains antibodies …
Blood Assurance Providing Convalescent Plasma to Critically Ill Covid-19 Patients Read More »
The COVID-19 case count for Tennessee is now 3,633 as of April 5, 2020, including 44 deaths, 328 hospitalizations and 295 recovered (Due to a data error in the April 4 report, the recovered calculation has decreased. The error which led to an incorrect value has been corrected). Questions or need help finding guidance? Call …
More Deaths from Covid-19 and Confirmed Cases in Tennessee (April 5) Read More »
Unity Medical Center and other agencies are putting together a list of any nurses, techs, and other healthcare providers that would be able to help in the unlikely event our hospitals become overwhelmed in this Pandemic. If you have patient care experience and would like to volunteer to be placed on a roster for Coffee …
Unity Medical Center Looking for Healthcare Workers to be on Standby Read More »
Scammers are already hard at work trying to take advantage of the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act” that promises relief to the American public during the COVID-19 outbreak. Specifically, these thieves are attempting to steal stimulus checks. FTC.gov points out that the government will not charge any fees for you to receive this …
Beware of Scammers Attempting to Steal Your Coronavirus Stimulus Check Read More »
United Way of HWY 55 is now accepting applications for the next allocation cycle. All nonprofits that serve Coffee, Moore, or Warren County citizens are eligible to apply for funds. Applications are due May 1, 2020. Go to http://highway55unitedway.org/allocations/ to find the Allocation Application Manual. Fill out and download required documents. ABOUT UNITED WAY OF …
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During this time of social distancing due to COVID-19, some may feel isolated, stressed or alone. You are not alone. The Suicide Prevention Lifeline is always available 24/7. Call 1-800-273-Talk, that’s 1-800-273- 8255. Please call if you are in need, Lifeline is here to help.
