In honor of its 22nd anniversary on Nov. 11, the Tipton County Museum will be hosting an international art and photography virtual exhibit. The subject of the work entered must be the Tipton County Museum or its grounds. Photographers must visit the museum property to create their work, but other visual artists may use reference photos available on the museum's website or … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can enter the Tipton County Museum’s virtual art and photography exhibit
What do you think the local candidates should be talking about? Tell us!
During election season we get wrapped up in the larger elections, but our local elections have the biggest affect on our day-to-day lives. You don't call the president, or even your senator, when your trash isn't being picked up, for instance, because it's your mayor and aldermen who choose the people who either run the public works department or sign contacts with the … [Read more...] about What do you think the local candidates should be talking about? Tell us!
The Tipton County Museum announced their October Gardening Series will be virtual this year
The Tipton County Museum announced it will be hosting the annual October Gardening Series for free this year on Zoom, an online meeting forum. "Due to COVID-19, we are limited to having small groups inside the museum," said museum director Barrie Foster. Here's the schedule: Let's Talk Organics – Oct. 3 On Saturday, Oct. 3, Dr. Chris Cooper will present “Let’s Talk Organics” … [Read more...] about The Tipton County Museum announced their October Gardening Series will be virtual this year
Brandon Watson sentenced to 25 years in child rape case
Brandon Wayne Watson will be 74 years old when he’s eligible for release from prison. The 49-year-old was sentenced Friday to 25 years in prison after being convicted of one count of rape of child and one count of aggravated sexual battery last month. His victim, who was just 7 years old at the time she was assaulted, testified against him at trial but did not speak at his … [Read more...] about Brandon Watson sentenced to 25 years in child rape case
Tipton County Schools scales in-person classes to four days only
On Thursday, the Tipton County Schools announced in-person learning had been cut back to just four days per week. Beginning Sept. 25, Fridays will be distance learning days only until Fall Break, when the district will re-evaluate its plans. Fall Break is currently scheduled for Oct. 13-16. "While this decision may create scheduling conflicts for some families, we request … [Read more...] about Tipton County Schools scales in-person classes to four days only
Dr. Combs said school plans are ‘fluid’ – here’s how they could change
At last Thursday’s school board meeting, director of schools Dr. John Combs wanted to remind the public his plans for this school year are fluid. “I’ve said that throughout. Over the course of this week and next, I will continue to monitor positive case counts, distance learning efficiency for students and the logistics for all our teachers to be able to effectively instruct … [Read more...] about Dr. Combs said school plans are ‘fluid’ – here’s how they could change
The Covington chamber is hosting virtual session with speaker Mo Collins this Friday
The Covington Tipton County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the booking of American speaker Mo Collins. The pandemic, economic shifts and rural workforce shortages have created unprecedented challenges -and new opportunity- for businesses in Tennessee. The economy and communities of Tennessee are in the midst of fundamental and profound economic change. Collins will … [Read more...] about The Covington chamber is hosting virtual session with speaker Mo Collins this Friday
Covington’s three-day Heritage Festival is on for next weekend
In a year where festivals, craft fairs, concerts and millions of other events across the country have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 coronavirus, Covington's Heritage Festival is on for next weekend. The three-day festival will kick off Friday, Sept. 25 with a family movie day at the Historic Ruffin Theater featuring both "The Wizard of Oz" and "Walk the Line." As is … [Read more...] about Covington’s three-day Heritage Festival is on for next weekend
