The Atoka Police Department is asking for the help of the public as they search for those responsible for a fire that took place Sunday. The fire department said they were dispatched to Walker Park for a structure fire inside the pavilion. Firefighters said a garbage can was intentionally set on fire in one of the bathrooms. There were other reported damages and … [Read more...] about Atoka police looking for suspects in Walker Park arson
Bicyclist hit, killed by deputy in Munford Thursday night
One person died in an officer-involved accident in Munford Thursday night. The Tipton County Sheriff's Office confirmed Saturday that a deputy was traveling on McLaughlin Road and struck a person riding a bicycle. Sheriff Shannon Beasley called the accident unfortunate and requested prayers for both the victim and the deputy involved. Neither the deputy nor the victim has … [Read more...] about Bicyclist hit, killed by deputy in Munford Thursday night
Brighton High School will host a CTE fair on Oct. 27
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
