Paco’s Pizza & Pasta Serves Exemplary Italian Cuisine in a Slow-Paced, Friendly Atmosphere.
WITHIN THE humble embrace of Italian-American cuisine, time loses its grip. The warm atmosphere, embodied by kind waitresses and friendly cooks, was a testament to the small-town mindset that felt...
Letter From the Editor: A Breath of Fresh Air
NOTHING EXCITES me more than the idea of autumn. The trees are beautiful and never fail to take your breath away and then give it back to you. The perfect Saturday is a cool breeze coming in from...
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Community Table’s Extended Free Meal Program Community Table serves free meals on the fourth and fifth Thursday of each month at 1916 McArthur Dr., Manchester. Starting in August, they will also...
Kevin Vann and the Duck River Watershed Society Are Here to Maintain the Duck River Watershed.
THE MANCHESTER and Tullahoma areas have grown remarkably over the past decade, presenting opportunities and challenges. As the community flourishes economically, it becomes imperative for community...
Michael and Joanne Chissler Embrace Their Beautiful Oasis to Give Back to the Community
MICHAEL AND JOANNE Chissler have found their slice of paradise on their 30-acre picturesque Valley View Farm. And their beloved farm has allowed them to share fresh produce with Manchester and...
Will and Kristin’s Love for the Land Blooms Into a Community Hub at Their Thriving Southern Flora Farms.
WILL AND Kristin Nickels are two Southern souls with a passion for the land and a love that blossomed within the natural beauty of North Carolina's Appalachian State University. With an...
Capturing the Eppengers’ Deep Connection to Home and Community
IT WAS in Rhonda Eppenger’s charming hometown that she and her husband, Wilbert, began their shared adventure. Wilbert, a proud native of Nashville, found his forever home by her side in Dickson,...
Locally Grown’s Online Hub Cultivates Quality and Community
IN ATHENS, Georgia, a passionate advocate for local farmers dared to dream big. Fueling this dream was the creation of innovative software that revolutionized how people connected with nearby...
Ms. Helen Reardon – Local Legend Has Served the Community for 17 Years
IF YOU have been to the Manchester Food Lion, you have probably met Helen Reardon. She has served and encouraged many in the community of Manchester since she began working there in 2006 and...
“In Other News.”
The city welcomes new certified sites TENNESSEE GOVERNOR Bill Lee and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe announced four new Select Tennessee Certified Sites, which meet...
Letter From the Editor: Chasing Dreams, Creating Legends
OUR HOMETOWN sports is not simply a spectacle of athletic prowess; it is a celebration of the human spirit — an embodiment of the unwavering bond that emerges when we come together to support our...
Competitive Swim Team Teaches More Than Just Swimming.
WHILE IT may not get as much recognition as baseball, football, or basketball, the Manchester Makos swim team has continued to blow their competition out of the water year after year. They've won...
North Coffee Elementary Teachers and Staff Continue to Excel.
NORTH COFFEE Elementary can’t help but stand out. Principal Adam Clark said that excellence comes from a focus on relationships. “I try to [connect] with all the kids in the school,” Clark...
Students at Chick-Fil-a Leader Academy Visit Retirement Community
GIVING BACK to the community is a huge part of the Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy at Coffee County Central High School, and the 23 students that were involved this year stepped up to the plate by...
Brad Costello – Teacher, Director, Coach
THE COMMUNITY of Manchester has always supported its high school sports teams, and co-athletic director Brad Costello is no exception. With three positions at Coffee County Central High School...
Why Celebrate Halloween Once When You Can Celebrate It Twice?
HALLOWEEN IS one of the best times of the year as kids (and adults) dress up and go door to door, asking for as many candies and sweets as possible. Unfortunately, October 31 only comes once a year...
Andrew Taylor – Manchester’s Finest Coach
SOME BOYS want to grow up and become firefighters, police officers, or even the president of the United States. Throughout his childhood, Andrew Taylor dreamed of being the head basketball coach for...
Ray Ray’s Smokehouse Supplies Smokin’ Hot Meats for Every Appetite.
A SIMPLE SEARCH through the street food finder in Manchester produced the barbecue truck worthy of tracking down each time it’s in town. Amidst a bustling convoy of food trucks, each promising a...
Long-Distance Runner, Kailee Rossman, Breaks Records, Goes to State
MANY INCREDIBLE students are on Coffee County High School's (CCHS) track and cross-country teams, but one particular member has really excelled this year. Junior Kailee Rossman recently broke the...
Cozy Up With a Comforting Meal and a Delicious Drink at Good Karma Cafe.
THE STEAM wafted toward my face each time I blew into the cup between my palms. “A small latte with lavender and honey, please,” I asked the kind woman at the counter just a few minutes before — my...
Ben and Mallory Laine Keep Freddie’s Spirit Alive With Their Delicious Meals and Warm Environment.
STEP INTO Freddie's — the epitome of camaraderie, sports, and all the feels of enjoying fantastic food and fun. As you enter, the scent of delectable barbecued brisket and warm, salted french fries...
National Honor Flight Program Pays Tribute to Courageous Veterans and Their Service.
VARIOUS INITIATIVES have been established to pay tribute to brave veterans and keep their legacy alive. One remarkable initiative that garnered widespread attention and admiration is the National...
Explore How Food Trucks Support the Local Community While Serving Delicious, Affordable Meals.
A CULINARY REVOLUTION is happening on four wheels in our warm, vibrant community, where hospitality runs deep. Food trucks are taking small towns by storm, and it’s time we stop and savor the charm...
The ‘Helping a Hero’ Organization Collaborates With the State of Tennessee and Generous Donors to House Veteran Eric Frazier.
NESTLED IN a charming, close-knit community, where the American flag dances in the breeze and freshly cut grass invigorates the soul, stands the cozy yet stately home of double-amputee Marine Corps...
Letter From the Editor: Savoring the Summer Delights
AS THE sun casts its golden glow upon our world, we find ourselves awakening to the delights of summer – the vibrant colors, the warm breezes, and the echoes of laughter and togetherness. With the...
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