Motlow State Community College was recently recognized as a VETS Campus, according to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, and pursuant to the Tennessee Veterans Education Transition Support (VETS) Act. “Motlow prioritizes Veterans’ unique needs so they can prosper while pursuing their education,” said Michael Neal, Motlow’s Veterans Affairs Coordinator. “Receiving this certification means that we’ve …
On Friday (July 29, 2022) between the hours of 3 a.m. and 8 a.m. there will be US National Guard members competing to qualify for The US Best Warrior Competition. Moore County was chosen as a final leg to this event, and around 15 elite soldiers from all over the country will be performing a …
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Manchester’s American Legion Gold Star Port 78 is pleased to host a Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner on Saturday, July 23rd from 5 to 8 PM. Dinner includes spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, dessert and beverage for only $8 for adults; and $4 for kids under 12. The dinner will be held at the Coffee County Veterans Building, 130 …
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Since the Veterans of Foreign Wars was established in Tennessee in 1930, no other Tennessee Post has ever earned the coveted All-American Post designation three years in a row. Now, Manchester’s Old Stone Fort Memorial VFW Post 10904 has been awarded the VFW National All-American Post Award for the fourth consecutive year, as well as …
Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s premier nonprofit for disabled veterans, their families, and caregivers, once again kicked off its annual checkout campaign alongside long-time supporters Food City and champion racecar driver Richard Petty. Centered around helping and empowering America’s paralyzed veterans, all donations made at Food City, now through July 26th, will go …
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Nearly 35 Soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 1-107th Airfield Operations Battalion, headquartered in Tullahoma, returned home June 24-26, after a successful 10-month deployment to the Horn of Africa. The Soldiers flew into various airports throughout Tennessee over the weekend and were greeted by fellow Soldiers, family, and friends. The unit has been out-processing …
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Col. Randel J. Gordon assumed command of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex as the 32nd commander during a Change of Command ceremony June 16 in the Aircraft Test Support Facility at Arnold Air Force Base. Maj. Gen. Evan Dertien, Air Force Test Center commander, presided over the ceremony which was attended by the Gordon’s guests, …
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May at national cemeteries and local cemeteries by placing flowers and American flags on graves of military personnel. Over 1.1 million men and women have died …
Now that Memorial Day is behind us and summer lay ahead, many people start thinking about their Independence Day festivities: buying fireworks, planning cookouts, etc. Between now and then, however, is a holiday that, tragically, is all too often overlooked. American Legion’s annual Flag Retirement Ceremony is currently scheduled for Saturday, June 11th at 5 PM, …
Flag Retirement Ceremony to be held at Veterans Building in Manchester Read More »
Your Coffee County Veterans Association (CCVA) will again proudly host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 30th, 2022, on Manchester Square. The ceremony will commence at 11 AM. The public, especially school-age children, are encouraged to attend and learn that freedom is not free; that a dear price has been paid; and that the …
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