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Local man takes squadron leadership command

3 weeks ago | themoorecountynews.com | Duane Sherrill

Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron (MSRON) One welcomed its newest leader in a change-of-command ceremony at Naval Amphibious Base (NAB) Coronado, May 22, 2025. And, that new leader is a Tullahoma product. Cdr. Matthew Lovitt relieved Capt. Michael Dillon as commanding officer during the ceremony in the presence of family, friends and MSRON 1 Sailors at the unit’s headquarters. Capt. Dillon, from Erial, New Jersey, took command of MSRON One in April 2024.
City gifted Blue Creek property

4 weeks ago | tullahomanews.com | Duane Sherrill

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July eyed for Kings Lane project completion

1 month ago | tullahomanews.com | Duane Sherrill

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What have I done to earn this?

1 month ago | tullahomanews.com | Duane Sherrill

Scores of patriotic Tullahomans gathered together at Caboose Park Friday morning to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend their country. “I’m an old soldier who served overseas and returned home without a scratch,” keynote speaker Maj. Gen. (ret.) Robert A. Harris told the scores on hand at the annual Memorial observance held at Caboose Park in downtown Tullahoma. “Sometimes I feel guilty about it. I think about those who have died for our freedom. What have I done to earn this?
Bumpy Road: City looks to improve parking lots

1 month ago | tullahomanews.com | Duane Sherrill

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Marsh gets funding for fire fighter memorial

1 month ago | themoorecountynews.com | Duane Sherrill

State Rep. Pat Marsh, R-Shelbyville, has secured $52,500 in state funding for the Tennessee Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Bell Buckle. The funds will be used for the care and maintenance of the memorial to honor the firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. “The Fallen Firefighter Memorial is an incredible tribute to the great Tennesseans who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting communities across our state,” said Marsh.
Boyd runs his way into eight years in prison

1 month ago | tullahomanews.com | Duane Sherrill

Sentence has been handed down against a parolee with a history of running from the law after he led officers on a chase across Coffee County last August, slamming numerous vehicles before being chased down and captured by lawmen after he bolted from his vehicle when it became disabled in the middle of Jackson Street.
High School graduation set for Friday

1 month ago | themoorecountynews.com | Duane Sherrill

Commencement will be held this Friday evening at Moore County High School as 72 seniors will walk the stage to receive their diplomas as the book is closed on the Class of 2025. “The graduating class of 2025 will participate in commencement at 6 p.m. pm on Doug Price Field at the Moore County High School stadium,” said MCHS Principal Josh Deal in putting out the official announcement for graduation.
Meredith Burton amongst authors at Saturday event

1 month ago | themoorecountynews.com | Duane Sherrill

The community is invited to the 3rd annual Area Author Book Signing Event, Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The book signing event will take place at First Christian Church in downtown Tullahoma and is hosted by the Coffee County Literacy Council. The event will feature several area authors. The Council is a non-profit whose purpose since 1988 is to help adults who do not have a high school diploma earn an equivalency diploma.
United in Spirits kickoff party Saturday

1 month ago | themoorecountynews.com | Duane Sherrill

The South Central Tennessee Tourism Association and Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead are proud to support the United Way of South Central Tennessee with a special kick-off party for all United in Spirits 2025 ticketholders. The free event, featuring light refreshments, door prizes and live music, will begin at 3:30 p.m. CDT at the Tennessee Whiskey Trailhead, 133 Lynchburg Highway, Lynchburg.