Faith – When It’s Hard to See
WE FEEL the most comfortable when we know where we’re going. Knowing our destination, all the familiar landmarks along the way, and where we’ll settle in once we’ve arrived gives us a sense of...
Enjoying the Comfort of the Tiny but Mighty Flavors at Ramsey Grill.
I TEETERED BEHIND the edge of the counter in anticipation, trying to catch a better glimpse of the man shaving thick slices of the simmering meat just a few feet away from me. Tummy rumbling, I...
Christy Clouse – Teacher and Avid Community Member
NINTH GRADE Raider Academy teacher Christy Clouse was born and raised in Manchester and is a proud, lifelong resident of a charming town many call “home.” The honors physics and physical science...
Brandon McWhorter – More Than a Coach
CO-ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, head softball coach, and math teacher Brandon McWhorter, with Coffee County Central High School, graduated from Coffee County and played college football in West Tennessee. He...
Jinan Robison Discusses the Beechgrove Community Group.
FRIENDS JINAN Robison and Kelly Hester met while working together in 2013. They originally formed Beechgrove Community Group for neighbors to find lost dogs and wandering pigs and to network with...
Faith – Carrying the torch for Mimi
IT’S THE curse of getting older — you know — being told that we are acting like our parents by taking on their traits, actions, and beliefs. And it’s true. Now, at 39, I find it happening to me,...
Carolyn Davidson Has a Passion for Serving the Public
SERVANTS’ HEARTS significantly impact the community of Manchester, and Carolyn Davidson is just one of many citizens who became a shining light to those around her. Davidson's humility and passion...
“Beauties in Business” – Local Networking Organization Branches Into Neighboring Counties
ACROSS THE area, women meet each month to lift each other, support each other, share ideas, and give advice. With gatherings now taking place in Winchester, Tullahoma, and Manchester, the meetings...
Reese’s Genes Boutique owner Tiffany Hoyne’s journey as a local business owner
NOW, MORE than ever, women are walking through doors that were not opened for them before, breaking down barriers set before them in years past. As women step into paths like entrepreneurship, it is...
The women of Manchester
THE TEST of history has proven that women have been foundational, like a sturdy rock that can withstand a storm. They overcame obstacles century after century, constantly adapting to the needs of...
Staria Davison and Laurie Campbell discuss the Storehouse Food Pantry.
STARIA DAVISON, the founder of the Storehouse Food Pantry in Manchester, received the vision to open the Storehouse Food Pantry in 2018 to serve the community and “feed God’s people.” Davison...
Stacy Morales: Local Business Owner Discusses Her Services — A Blessing to Many.
STACY MORALES is a tax preparer, notary public, and business owner, but more importantly, she is a community leader with a heart for people. When she was 10, Morales's family moved back to the...
Women of Manchester
JUST OVER 100 years ago, women finally received what other Americans, but not all, already had — the right to vote. Now, we have the opportunity to lift up and celebrate the groundbreaking women...
Carol Brown Enjoys Life as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Nurse Educator, and Mother
TULLAHOMA NATIVE Carol Brown is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for Manchester Center for Rehabilitation, but more importantly, she is an educator and leader in her community. Brown...
Becky Buller Finds Purpose Through Bluegrass Music and Fiddle Playing
OUTSTANDING FIDDLE player Becky Buller has worked in music education for 25 years and has helped students all over Manchester learn about the beauty of bluegrass music. She was the first female to...
Despite All Obstacles, Cindee Batey Pushes Forward in the Face of Adversity.
THERE ARE many women today whose strength and perseverance go unnoticed, many of which are single mothers who try to raise children in a healthy and stable environment. Others are widows whose...
Fresh & Fruity Brings a Healthier Alternative to Convenience Food.
THE AMBROSIAL scent of ripe fruit is the first “hello” when I step through the threshold of the tiny shop in the corner. Immediately, my eyes wander to the artful yet small menu on one wall, then to...
College Street Elementary adopts a new literacy program.
READING TAKES us places. We journey to new worlds, gain new ideas, and learn as we read. Without solid reading skills, we stay in one place or go backward. We can become uncomfortable and unsure of...
Caleb McCall Discusses the Importance of Be the Bush Recovery Ministries.
WE MAY have made it to the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic, but there is still a real epidemic today: drug overdose. McCall fell into drug dealing and usage at 11 years old. At 25 years old,...
Nancy Huddleston Discusses the Manchester Housing Authority Homes.
EVERY COMMUNITY member deserves a safe and affordable place to live and raise a family. Your house becomes a home at the Manchester Housing Authority (MHA). It is an equal housing opportunity...
The Church @117 Breathes New Life Into Historic Building.
STANDING TALL and regal amongst the background of downtown Manchester is the event venue, The Church @117. The building’s historic brick and architecture tell a story of rich history. Over the...
Lois and Gene Holmes – Standing the Test of Time
WE’VE ALL seen it in the movies or read about it in books—the romantic story of when a boy meets a girl, and an instant connection is made. Some might even call it love at first sight. The destined...
Lisa and Matt Rooks – Love and Barbecue
IT IS commonly believed among love experts that there are seven love languages: activity, appreciation, emotional, financial, intellectual, physical, and practical. For the happily married couple,...
Skills Development helps Coffee County find the Dignity of Work
AT WORK, Eddie Medley wears many hats: job coach, record keeper, counselor, facilitator, job developer, etc. But he said it all comes down to three important tasks: advocate, facilitate, and...
First Day Hikes Offer Participants a Chance to Walk Through History.
STARTING THE new year off right, folks strapped on their walking boots and braved the cold for the annual First Day Hike at Old Stone Archeological Park. The hike was part of a series of First Day...
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