Tim Tucker: From Army service to firefighting

Tim Tucker: From Army service to firefighting

FOR TULLAHOMA native and firefighter Tim Tucker, service has always been more than a choice; it’s been a way of life. From his years in the military to his role with the Tullahoma Fire Department, Tucker has built a career rooted in sacrifice, camaraderie, and a...
Mark Matzkiw: Dedicated park ranger

Mark Matzkiw: Dedicated park ranger

IN TENNESSEE’S vast network of state parks, park rangers serve as more than stewards of nature. They’re trained first responders, ready to act when emergencies strike. Whether it’s a hiker lost in the Smokies, a medical crisis on the Cumberland Plateau, or a wildfire...
Dr. Elizabeth Taylor: History revealed

Dr. Elizabeth Taylor: History revealed

ALTHOUGH SHE has never lived in Tennessee, Dr. Elizabeth Taylor of McDonough, Georgia, has become the foremost expert on Camp Forrest, a piece of Tullahoma’s lesser-known history. Named after Nathan Bedford Forrest, the camp was located on the land now owned by Arnold...