When the results were released on Friday, May 19, 55.7 percent of Tipton County third graders were promoted to fourth grade. Under Tennessee’s controversial third grade retention bill, promotion to the fourth grade rests on scoring in the proficient range on this single test. That means even straight A students can – and did – fail the third grade by the legislature’s new … [Read more...] about The TCAP results are in – and Tipton County’s third graders did better than the state average
Tipton County prepares for a busy weekend with a lot of events
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Tipton County will not disappoint. Saturday is an especially busy day. Here’s what’s planned: Atoka Farmer’s Market Pop-Up, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., open lot across from town hall Household Hazardous Waste Collection, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brighton High School; dispose of your leftover chemicals, lawn and garden products, and … [Read more...] about Tipton County prepares for a busy weekend with a lot of events
What are you reading? Here are new books by Tipton County writers
Interested in books and stories written by local writers? Matthew Carrier, a two-time cancer survivor, recently published To Ring the Bell, an inside look at his battle with cancer. “It’s the story of life, hope, and healing. It’s about living a moment at a time and being grateful for another day,” Carrier, who lives in the Millington area of Tipton County, said. “Sometimes, … [Read more...] about What are you reading? Here are new books by Tipton County writers
Construction halted on temporary Crestview schools
They went up quickly, but lately folks have begun to notice no movement at the site of the temporary schools in the last few days. That’s because there’s a problem. Tipton County Schools Director of Instruction Dr. Rebekah Byrd said on Friday, April 28, district leadership was informed of some ground water concerns that will have to be addressed before the sites can continue … [Read more...] about Construction halted on temporary Crestview schools
Former Brighton alderman David Boone convicted of fondling
Instead of serving the Town of Brighton, a former alderman is now serving time. David Boone was convicted of two counts of fondling last month, charges on which he was indicted in June 2021. Boone was elected in November 2020 and was employed at White Station High School with Shelby County Schools at the time of his arrest. He had been an educator for more than two decades. A … [Read more...] about Former Brighton alderman David Boone convicted of fondling
Congressman Steve Cohen sent Gov. Bill Lee a letter asking that TCAP be waived for Crestview students
On Tuesday, Congressman Steve Cohen wrote a letter to Gov. Bill Lee advocating for a TCAP waiver for Crestview students. Last week, Lee refused to grant a waiver which would excuse those students from standardized testing after their schools were destroyed two weeks ago. The letter read: In light of the devastating EF3 tornado that touched down in Covington, Tennessee on … [Read more...] about Congressman Steve Cohen sent Gov. Bill Lee a letter asking that TCAP be waived for Crestview students
Tipton County Disaster Recovery Center opens Sunday at DSCC
A Disaster Recovery Center will open at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 16 at the Tipton County Public Library accommodate residents who were affected by the storms and tornadoes and want to update their existing FEMA applications or learn about state and community programs and other available assistance. The DRC will be open from 1-7 p.m. on Sundays and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday thru … [Read more...] about Tipton County Disaster Recovery Center opens Sunday at DSCC
Delfield announces permanent closure after March 31 tornado
The news came in a text message. “With heavy hearts we must inform you …” it read. A little more than a week after an EF-3 tornado obliterated their building, with eight team members trapped in the back after the storm cleared, Delfield told employees it would be closing its Covington plant. They found out earlier this week, days after the company filed a Worker Adjustment … [Read more...] about Delfield announces permanent closure after March 31 tornado
