On Thursday, drive-thru COVID-19 vaccinations and testing will be moved to Cobb Parr Park to increase efficiency, said Tipton County Emergency Management Agency Director Tommy Dunavant. The line for vaccination at the health department, which is also the line for testing, has been incredibly long and is often backed up onto Mueller Brass Road. Those being tested for COVID are … [Read more...] about Vaccination, drive-thru testing will be moved to Cobb-Parr Park Thursday
Dr. Threlkeld talks about the vaccine, herd immunity and gathering again
Monday infectious disease specialist Dr. Steve Threlkeld told the media the COVID-19 vaccine is "ultimately the way out" of the pandemic, discussed herd immunity and when it'd be safe to gather again. "Once we get people vaccinated twice, they are protected with 95 percent effectiveness, though it's not perfect until enough people in the community and in the state and the … [Read more...] about Dr. Threlkeld talks about the vaccine, herd immunity and gathering again
In Covington, board is set to vote on charter revision that would give mayor a vote
Covington's board of mayor and aldermen will vote tonight on a charter revision that will make the mayor a voting member of the board and reduce the number of readings required for ordinances and not everyone is on board with it. At least one current alderman and a former alderwoman have spoken out against the proposed change, fearing a reduction in representation for the … [Read more...] about In Covington, board is set to vote on charter revision that would give mayor a vote
State launches online COVID-19 vaccine registration – here’s how to register for an appointment
On Monday, the Tennessee Department of Health released a new online booking tool for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. “We’re excited to begin this process to help deliver this vital service in the most efficient way possible while managing the limited and somewhat unpredictable supply of vaccines,” said Tennessee Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FAAP. Prior to the … [Read more...] about State launches online COVID-19 vaccine registration – here’s how to register for an appointment
Man arrested for attempted murder after a stabbing at Covington’s Budget Inn
A Covington man has been charged with attempted second degree murder after assaulting another man with a knife Thursday afternoon. According to Covington Police Chief Larry Lindsey, officers were dispatched to the Budget Inn on Hwy. 51 at 2:10 p.m. after reports that a man had been stabbed. When police arrived they found a man in his mid-60s with multiple cuts on his face and … [Read more...] about Man arrested for attempted murder after a stabbing at Covington’s Budget Inn
U.S. Attorney Dunavant announced federal authorities investigating potential riot, insurrection violations by West Tennessee residents
United States Attorney D. Michael Dunavant announced today that his office, in coordination with the Memphis Field Division Office of the FBI, will investigate and charge any potential violations of federal law at the United States Capitol Building on Jan. 6 committed by individuals from the Western District of Tennessee. "The Department of Justice is committed to ensuring … [Read more...] about U.S. Attorney Dunavant announced federal authorities investigating potential riot, insurrection violations by West Tennessee residents
Local teen’s poem featured in Highlights magazine
A local teenager’s poem was recently featured in Highlights magazine. When she was 11, Hannah Ruth Hardaway sent a poem in to the publication. It was finally published two years later in their September 2020 issue. Parents Christopher and LaCreasia Hardway said they were all very excited. “Our daughter wrote this poem a year and a half ago when she was 11 and never heard … [Read more...] about Local teen’s poem featured in Highlights magazine
TBI, US Marshals offer $4,000 reward for Terrance Taylor II
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the US Marshals have offered rewards for information related to the arrest of Terrance Taylor II. The 22-year-old from Covington is wanted for the murder of Dontavious Edwards on Dec. 28, 2020. He was added to the TBI's Most Wanted list on Wednesday. “We depend on the public to assist us in bringing this fugitive to justice,” said U.S. … [Read more...] about TBI, US Marshals offer $4,000 reward for Terrance Taylor II
