by Kali Bradford | Dec 11, 2025 | Stories, Tullahoma
THE DAY begins early for Mike Shirley; often before the first bell rings or the sun peeks over the horizon. As a bus driver for students who have special needs at Tullahoma City Schools, Shirley does far more than just navigate his route. He provides stability,...
by Kali Bradford | Dec 11, 2025 | Cover, Tullahoma
FOR POLICE officer Vincent Cooley, the path to becoming a part of the Tullahoma Police Department (TPD) wasn’t one of chance; it was one of purpose. Cooley said that after a few years serving as a police officer on the East Coast, he wanted a change, not just for...
by Kali Bradford | Nov 13, 2025 | Stories, Tullahoma
THE DAYS are busy for Normandy Fish Hatchery Manager Nathan Singer. From checking water quality and temperature for optimal growth conditions, recording health metrics, coordinating fish transport, working with conservation partners, reviewing collection data, keeping...
by Kali Bradford | Nov 13, 2025 | Cover, Tullahoma
THERE’S AN old saying that curiosity kills the cat. However, when it comes to veterinarian Dr. Ross Capps and his love and dedication to animals, along with his ever-growing knowledge of veterinary medicine, any curious cat is not only safe from harm, but has the...
by Kali Bradford | Nov 13, 2025 | Feature, Tullahoma
BEING A veterinarian is anything but predictable. Most mornings begin with a routine schedule that includes checkups, vaccinations, and possibly a puppy’s first visit. One could say it’s calm, almost peaceful. But a quiet morning can change in a heartbeat. Suddenly,...
