By Joyce Prusak Executive Director of Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center In September, Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center conducted nine forensic interviews, four medical exams for children, and 16 children received therapy. Coffee County sees more cases of child abuse compared to other counties. To prevent child abuse and to ensure children would let you …
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In 2020 the annual Safe on the Square trick or treat event was cancelled by the Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center because of Covid-19. Another group, Rural Legends Car Club decided they wanted to sponsor a Halloween trunk or treat at the downtown square, now that event has been cancelled. The City of Manchester has …
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Franklin County Sheriff’s Office investigators are attempting to locate Chris Shearer of Cindy Hollow Road in Estill Springs. Shearer is wanted on Evading Arrest, Theft from a Motor Vehicle, and various other vehicle burglaries. Anyone having any information regarding Shearer’s whereabouts is asked to contact Lt. George Dyer at 931-308-9420.
A BE ON THE LOOKOUT call has been made by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Department. Investigators need your help identifying three individuals. They are possibly involved in cases that spans three counties. The two women and one man are possibly from the Coffee County area. Any info please contact Captain Larry Sims @ 931-692-3466 x5 …
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By Joyce Prusak Executive Director of Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center Children whose parents use alcohol or drugs are three times more likely to be abused, neglected and to develop substance use disorders themselves. Substance use disorders are characterized by recurrent use of alcohol or other drugs, resulting in significant impairment, according to the National …
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Director of Schools for Coffee County Dr Charles Lawson received a pay raise and a new 4-year contract on Monday afternoon. The Coffee County Board of Education voted 4-3 on both the raise and contract. Brett Henley, Gary Nester, Larry Crabtree and Sandra Klonaris voted yes with board members Robert Gilley, Freda Jones and Pat …
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Multiple police department in the area are partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to promote “Slow Down Tennessee.” During October 15 – 29, area police departments will increase education and enforcement efforts to help reduce speeding-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities statewide. The public is encouraged to participate by using #SlowDownTN on social media …
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Gas prices in the United States have surged to a seven-year high as demand for fuel continues to outstrip supply, placing an unwelcome financial strain on consumers that threatens to undermine the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Average gas prices nationwide hit $3.25 per gallon last week. In our local area prices range from around $2.96 …
Trisha has been located, and is SAFE. TBI officials are always thankful for the community support that’s out there in working to locate missing children! According to the Sheriff Austin Swing, Trisha was found safe near where she went missing. She was found under a floor of a nearby property. She was taken to the …
According to reported information a Bedford County man has died from a gunshot wound. The Sims Road man was found dead at his home Sunday night. The Shelbyville Times-Gazette reports that investigators say foul play is suspected. Sheriff Swing says around 11 p.m. family members found Thoutha Peter Souphom, 52, on a lawn mower in …
