by Sara Hook | Nov 1, 2022 | Feature
EVERY CITY has its history, and Coffee County has more than most with its historical sites and festivals. What people may not think about, however, is the history behind its athletics. Head football coach Doug Greene, and Josh Peterson of Thunder Radio are among those...
by Paige Cushman | Nov 1, 2022 | Feature
IT STARTED with the sauce. Take crushed tomatoes, add a splash of red wine, a whole lot of basil, and a few secret ingredients, and you get a hearty and authentic Italian red sauce that’s not too sweet, not too savory, and exactly what the families in Manchester were...
by Guest Writer | Nov 1, 2022 | Feature
IF YOU’RE looking for classic comfort food or freshly baked goods, The Mercantile Cafe in downtown Manchester is the perfect spot. Their wide variety of easy-to-grab selections for lunch and dinner have made the cafe one of the staples of the historic downtown square....
by Tina Neeley | Oct 1, 2022 | Feature
NECESSITY MAY be the mother of invention, but the pandemic birthed many new creative ventures – directly and indirectly. Lona Bailey’s is the indirect variety. Many of us rediscovered old television series’ after being forced into hiding by an invisible enemy. The...
by Tina Neeley | Oct 1, 2022 | Feature
GAS WAS 30 cents a gallon, and postage for a standard letter cost 2 cents. Prohibition was in effect, leaving many to find creative ways to manufacture and transport their goods. Women had been voting for two years. The Charleston would soon burst onto the dance...
by Kali Bradford | Sep 1, 2022 | Feature
THIS PRACTICE wasn’t like all the others. It was the last practice before the season opener; the official start of the season. You could feel the tension and excitement amongst the players. It was almost as thick as the humidity. He wiped the sweat from his face with...
