Melynor Fraker earns C. Wright Pinson Award

Melynor (Noi) Fraker, director of Rehabilitation Services and Wound Care at Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital (VTHH), takes pride in her work, but most importantly, in her team.
Community Calendar
SCHRA meets April 16: The South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meeting will meet at 10:30 a.m. on April 16, 2026, at the South Central Human Resource Agency Central Office in Fayetteville.
Jack and Coke debuts zero sugar

Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola are debuting their first Jack & Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Flavors Pack, giving fans a lighter, more versatile way to enjoy their iconic combination and amazing taste. The new readyto- drink (RTD) six -pack includes a convenient assortment of 12 oz. canned cocktails across three beloved flavors: Jack & Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Jack & Coca-Cola Cherry Zero Sugar, and Jack & Coca-Cola Vanilla Zero Sugar.
Thompson wins 17th annual Oak Barrel

Christian Thompson of Ooltewah broke the tape first at the 17th annual Oak Barrel Half Marathon Saturday morning, finishing ahead of over 1,700 other runners that flooded the streets in and around Lynchburg.
The square will be cookin’ in April
April 25 will see the Inaugural “It’s Still Chili” Cook-Off in Lynchburg, an event sanctioned by the International Chili Society (ICS). There will be four categories, Traditional Red, Homestyle with Jack, Kid’s Cook, and Squires Only. Prize money will be awarded the top winners in each category. The event is set to debut along with the 30th annual Spring in the Hollow.
Raline named in multi-million dollar lawsuit

A candidate for Moore County Sheriff has just been hit with a federal lawsuit in his role as Monteagle Police Chief.
Regina Joye Qualls, 56

Regina Joye Qualls, 56, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 19, 1970, in Tullahoma to the late Billy and Wanda (Smith) Bradford.
General Sessions

Metro Moore County General Sessions Court Judge Terry Gregory March 31, 2026 Asiah Bishop was charged with harassment. Review 6.16.26 Bond $1000 David J Bush was charged and found guilty of allowing a dog to run at large. Paying restitution l. Given an 11/29 probation until paid in full. Offi cer O’Haver Alton C Christian was charged with speeding, violation of financial responsibility law, as driving on a revoked license. Continued 4.18.26 Offi cer Keele Tammilin N Davis was charged with probation violation and failure to appear. Bond $5000. Continued 6.9.26 Oseas Velazquez Deleon was charged with failure to display registration plates (dismissed) and driving without a license (Guilty- paying fines and costs) Review 5.5.26 Dismissed Officer Underwood Tyler Bruce Draper Sr was charged with driving on an expired registration (dismissed), DUI, possession of a handgun while under the influence and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bond $17,000. Officer Leverette Domingo L Espinoza was charged with light law violation and driving without a license. (Guilty) Nathan W Farrar was charged with patronizing prostitution and giving false reports. Bond $7,000. Continued 5.19.26 Officer Carson
Arrests

The following individuals were arrested or being held in Metro Moore County March 27th - April 3rd Robert B Bradford, Tullahoma. Charged with domestic assault. Court 4.18.26 Oseas V Deleon, Shelbyville. Charged with divining with no license.
Man drowns after falling overboard

A Tullahoma man drowned this past Sunday afternoon falling off his paddle craft at Tims Ford Lake in Moore County.
