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Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond

By Echo Day on September 28, 2023

The former teacher charged earlier this month with raping a 12-year-old has been arrested for harassing and stalking a teenaged victim. McCommon was originally arrested on Sept. 8. The conditions of her $25,000 bond state she is not permitted to have contact with the victim from or any minor other than her own children. On Sept. 26, the police department learned McCommon was … [Read more...] about Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond

A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims

By Echo Day on September 27, 2023

In a show of solidarity and faith, members of the community gathered in Frazier Park Wednesday to invoke the power of God and seek protection over Covington in the wake of several recent tragedies. Led by passionate speakers, the prayer vigil emphasized the importance of seeking divine intervention and surrendering individual will to a higher purpose.  The service honored Tamya … [Read more...] about A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims

Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville

By Echo Day on September 26, 2023

There will be a candlelight vigil Wednesday evening to honor the life of a young woman killed in a mass shooting in Covington Saturday night. Tamya Ewing-Somerville, who had dreams of becoming a nurse and had just turned 20 last month, was shot to death during an event honoring the life of a classmate who'd died. She was a 2021 graduate of Covington High School. “It was … [Read more...] about Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville

Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation

By Echo Day on September 24, 2023

A man was arrested in Munford after barricading himself in a house Sunday night. Munford Police Chief Randal Baskin said officers were dispatched to Mary Avenue at approximately 6:30 p.m. for a domestic violence incident. When they arrived, a man ran inside residence and barricaded himself. Officers attempted to contact him several times and each failed. They entered the … [Read more...] about Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation

Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center

By Echo Day on September 24, 2023

Five people were shot during a party at The Event Center in Covington Saturday night. Sheriff Shannon Beasley said Covington police and Tipton County deputies were dispatched to the popular club at approximately 11:15 p.m. after gunshots were reported. “Upon arrival, deputies began administering first aid to a female gunshot victim who was found to be in extremely critical … [Read more...] about Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center

Heritage Festival: Friday Night is Family Movie Night

By Echo Day on September 22, 2023

The second day of the Heritage Festival features family fun in the Depot District. Free Family Movie Night, featuring the original Peter Pan movie, will begin at 7 p.m. The movie is sponsored by Drug Free Tipton. The evening begins with a chili cook-off and the results of six contests at the Tipton County Extension Office (150 Menefee Street, off East Liberty Avenue). The … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: Friday Night is Family Movie Night

Heritage Festival: Farm to Table Dinner kicks off this year’s event

By Echo Day on September 19, 2023

Kicking off this year’s Heritage Festival is the 6th Annual Farm to Table Dinner, featuring locally-grown food from area farmers in a delicious meal prepared by The Cellar Restaurant and Prohibition Bar.  The Farm to Table dinner will take place at The Cellar Restaurant & Prohibition Bar on the east side of the square Thursday night.   The event serves as a fundraiser for … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: Farm to Table Dinner kicks off this year’s event

Heritage Festival: “Pirates and Princesses” will be 2023 children’s parade theme

By Echo Day on September 19, 2023

The 28th annual Heritage Festival kicks off this weekend. As a Heritage Festival tradition, Saturday’s festivities will begin with the traditional Roll ‘N Stroll children’s parade around the historic court square. This year’s parade, sponsored by the Tipton Christian Academy Preschool, is themed “Pirates and Princesses.” The parade begins at 9 a.m. and participants are asked to … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: “Pirates and Princesses” will be 2023 children’s parade theme

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