Sat Feb 15 15:20:00 UTC 2025: **Local School Director’s Contract Extended, New Safety Equipment Implemented**

Manchester, TN (February 15, 2025) – Manchester City Schools Director Dr. Joey Vaughn’s contract has been extended until June 30, 2029, the Board of Education announced. This follows a presentation by Dr. Vaughn at the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, detailing new safety equipment being installed at Manchester Middle School.

**Stormy Weather Ahead**

The National Weather Service has issued a weather warning for the area. Expect steady rain this morning, transitioning to heavy thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Some storms may be severe. Total rainfall could reach near an inch, with high winds predicted. Highs today will reach 62°F, dropping to a low of 39°F tonight.

**Local Sports News**

The Coffee County Red Raiders lost a close game to the Grundy County Yellow Jackets, 55-54. In other local news, Westwood Middle School’s after-school Journeys program will feature archery, as demonstrated by 7th grader Paisley Dyer, who successfully hit a target from 45 feet.

**International Football News: Marmoush Makes Champions League Debut**

CAIRO (AFP) – Omar Marmoush, the Egyptian forward who recently signed a multi-million dollar contract with Manchester City, made his UEFA Champions League debut on Friday, sparking widespread celebration in Egypt. Though his appearance was brief, the transfer has ignited national pride, drawing comparisons – though not direct ones – to Egyptian football superstar Mohamed Salah. Marmoush’s debut came during City’s 3-2 loss to Real Madrid. While pundits caution against direct comparisons between the two players, they acknowledge Marmoush’s potential.

**Other International News**

* Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for the creation of a European army.
* The UK government identified two Britons detained in Iran.
* A group of Palestinian prisoners, released under the Gaza ceasefire deal, arrived in Ramallah to a cheering crowd.
* UN chief Antonio Guterres demanded respect for the DRC’s territorial integrity.
* Three Israeli hostages were released in exchange for Palestinian inmates.

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