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Early voting turnout results for Coffee County Day 1

Early voting is underway across the state of Tennessee through October 29th. Election day is November 3rd. In Coffee County, election administrator Andy Farrar reports that 1.57 percent of registered voters cast votes on the first day of early voting October 14th. The precinct with the most percentage turnout was Grace Baptist in Tullahoma with 2.6 percent…
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Reminder: One Day of Hope is Saturday in Coffee County

One Day of Hope will return to Manchester on Saturday, October 17, offering a variety of free services and resources to individuals and families in need. The event will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Coffee County Fairgrounds, located at 99 Lakeview Drive in Manchester. Attendees will have access to free…
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Application Period for Mid-Season WMA Waterfowl Quota Hunt to Be Held October 21-November 10

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has announced the application period for the 2026 Mid-Season (Tier 2) Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Waterfowl Hunts will be open from Oct. 21 through Nov. 10. Applications can be made online at gooutdoorstennessee.com, the TWRA mobile app, TWRA regional offices, or any TWRA license agent. Mailed applications will not be accepted. Applicants…
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Tullahoma fires senior planner following review

The city of Tullahoma terminated Senior City Planner Samuel Luthi following a disciplinary review involving allegations of sleeping on duty and failing to follow supervisory instructions, according to reporting by Tullahoma News. The newspaper reported that city records documented sleeping incidents on June 3 and June 16. Officials also alleged Luthi remained at work after…
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WaWa to celebrate grand opening Wednesday in Manchester

Wawa will celebrate the opening of its Manchester store Wednesday, October 14, with free coffee, a ribbon cutting and a competition featuring local first responders. The store, located at 24 Campground Road, will be Wawa’s fifth location in Tennessee. The celebration begins at 8 a.m., with free, limited-edition T-shirts for the first 250 customers, while…
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A Winter Wonderland Is Coming to Shelbyville — Complete With Ice Skating, 30-foot tree, Christmas Lights display, Christmas-themed miniature golf and more

A new holiday attraction featuring real ice skating, Christmas lights, live entertainment and family activities is coming to Shelbyville this winter. Bridge Bedford has announced Walking in a Winter Wonderland, a holiday experience scheduled for November 21, 2026, through January 2, 2027, at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration Grounds. The event will transform Cooper…
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Ramp Closure Prompts Traffic Shift on I 24 at Exit 117 in Coffee County

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling near the Exit 117 interchange on I‑24 in Coffee County should be aware of upcoming construction activities that will impact traffic. As crews prepare to transition the project into Phase 2, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will temporarily close the I‑24 westbound entrance ramp from Wattendorf/AEDC Highway beginning Monday, October 12,…
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State Route 127 to Close for $5.13 Million Bridge Replacement Project

COFFEE COUNTY, Tenn. — Drivers who regularly travel Hillsboro Viola Road will need to find an alternate route starting next week. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced a long-term closure of State Route 127, beginning Monday, October 12, 2026. The closure will allow crews to perform a full replacement of two bridges along the corridor. TDOT…
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Tennessee to Require Free Burn Permits Starting October 15 to Combat Wildfire Risks

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Beginning October 15, Tennessee residents will be required to obtain a free burn permit before incinerating leaves, natural debris, or conducting prescribed outdoor burns. The mandate, announced by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF), coincides with the onset of the state’s traditional wildfire season and National Fire Prevention Week. Officials…
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Early Voting Begins in Coffee County

Voters Encouraged to Review Proposed Constitutional AmendmentsBefore Casting Their Ballot Coffee, Tenn. – Early voting for the November 3 election begins on October 14, 2026, and continues through October 29, 2026, providing voters with a convenient opportunity to cast their ballot before Election Day. Andy Farrar, Administrator of Elections for Coffee County, encourages voters to…


