Brighton High School will be hosting its first county-wide career and technical education career expo next week. The event aims to help students learn more about careers which require apprenticeships, trades, technical school degrees, or any other pathway which is an alternative to four-year college degrees, organizers said. Students will be able to interact with employers … [Read more...] about Brighton High School will host a CTE fair on Oct. 27
Early voting for the November election is now underway
Early voting for the municipal and state elections began on Wednesday. There are several contested races on the ballot, including mayoral races in several cities and the governor's race everyone's watching. Mayoral races Both Covington and Atoka’s mayors have decided not to toss their hats into the ring in 2022. Justin Hanson announced in May he would not seek re-election … [Read more...] about Early voting for the November election is now underway
The Kirk family recently donated two Cuddle Cots to Baptist-Tipton
On the day her son was due, Gracie Kirk was standing with her family in the lobby of Baptist-Tipton making a donation in his memory. Early into her pregnancy she found out her son, whom she named Kamdyn Ryder, had numerous heart problems. She delivered him on June 27, 14 weeks earlier than his Oct. 10 due date. The hospital had a Cuddle Cot, a sort of bassinet which was … [Read more...] about The Kirk family recently donated two Cuddle Cots to Baptist-Tipton
Sex offender compliance checks in Tipton County net 11 arrests
A sex offender compliance check operation conducted Wednesday resulted in 11 arrests, the district attorney's office announced. The multi-agency effort named Sex Offender Operation Compliance Driver (SO OCD) targeted sex offender compliance in Tipton County and cities of Atoka, Brighton, Covington and Munford. The agencies participating in the initiative include the 25th … [Read more...] about Sex offender compliance checks in Tipton County net 11 arrests
Suspect in weekend shooting turns himself in to Covington police
Covington police have arrested a man they believe is responsible for injuring someone in a shooting over the weekend. On Monday, 21-year-old Jordan "Jo Jo" Grant turned himself in to police. He was charged with attempted second degree murder, aggravated assault with injury, reckless endangerment, possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, and … [Read more...] about Suspect in weekend shooting turns himself in to Covington police
Covington Police charge 12-year-old with threatening violence at schools Thursday
The Covington Police Department announced Friday night it had charged a 12-year-old with making threats of mass violence on school property. Chief Donna Turner said the charge was related to recent social media posts threatening violence at Covington High School and Crestview Middle School on Thursday. CPD increased its presence at schools but many parents checked their … [Read more...] about Covington Police charge 12-year-old with threatening violence at schools Thursday
The Fifth Degree brings music to the Depot District tonight
Music will be coming to the Depot District Friday night as part of this year’s festival. The Fifth Degree will perform from 5-8 p.m. at the Tipton County Extension Office (150 Menefee Street, off of East Liberty Avenue). Formed in April 2019, the band includes Charles Reginald Hayes on keyboard, Billy Wayne White on guitar, Rick McCory on bass, Darian Houston on drums, and … [Read more...] about The Fifth Degree brings music to the Depot District tonight
Heritage Festival kicks off tonight, goes through Sunday afternoon
As the excitement of summertime slowly winds down, the eagerness for the fall season is evident throughout the community. “We’re proud to be able to kick off the fall season with our annual Heritage Festival each year. It’s one of Tipton County’s biggest tourism events,” said Lauren Fletcher, Executive Director of the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce. “Since we host … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival kicks off tonight, goes through Sunday afternoon
