Covington fourth grade teacher Alissa McCommon has been arrested following an investigation into sex assault allegations. She has been charged with rape of a child, which is unlawful sexual penetration of a victim by the defendant or the defendant by a victim, if the victim is between 8-13 years of age. She faces 25 years in prison if convicted. There have been numerous … [Read more...] about Alissa McCommon arrested, charged with rape of a child
TCSO, school district confirm Covington teacher is under investigation for inappropriate conduct with minors
On Wednesday, officials confirmed a Covington teacher is under investigation by local law enforcement and has been suspended without pay. "The Tipton County Sheriff’s Office can confirm that Alissa McCommon is currently under investigation by our office," said Sheriff Shannon Beasley. "We would like to point out that this is a joint investigation with the Covington Police … [Read more...] about TCSO, school district confirm Covington teacher is under investigation for inappropriate conduct with minors
High school football preview 2023: Covington’s roster has familiar components for success
HEAD COACH: J.R. Kirby (5th season) LAST YEAR: 11-3, lost to East Nashville in 3A state semifinals RETURNING STARTERS: 5 offense, 5 defense KEY RETURNING PLAYERS: QB Braden Gover, RB Skylan Smith, K/LB Gabe Wellentin, RB Ty Beard, WR Ryan Mize, OL Jackson Kirby, OL Cayden Fuller KEY PLAYERS LOST: DB A.C. Mason-Young, RB Jamarion Dowell, OL Dorian Robinson, DL Ian … [Read more...] about High school football preview 2023: Covington’s roster has familiar components for success
High School Football Preview 2023: Brighton has a new coach and a new outlook
HEAD COACH: Keith Setler (1st season) LAST YEAR: 3-7 RETURNING STARTERS: 5 offense, 5 defense KEY RETURNING PLAYERS: QB Cade Crowson, RB Pierce Mecham, DB Hunter Lampley, WR Taylon Carpenter, LB Ethan Hector, OL Will Comer KEY PLAYERS LOST: RB Ty Stark, DB Keagan Jarmon, OL Matthew Parker, OL Jayvon Lee Not even halfway through the 2022 season, the Brighton Cardinals were … [Read more...] about High School Football Preview 2023: Brighton has a new coach and a new outlook
Brighton Middle School evacuated Thursday morning due to bomb threat
Brighton Middle School students were evacuated Thursday morning due to a potential bomb threat. "This morning Brighton Middle School and City Hall received a call about a potential bomb threat," said Director of Instruction Dr. Rebekah Byrd. "Out of caution, the school was evacuated, and law enforcement, along with district office personnel, were notified." Byrd said students … [Read more...] about Brighton Middle School evacuated Thursday morning due to bomb threat
Munford ace signs with Union University
Munford added another baseball signee with Chase Spears going to Jackson, Tennessee to play for Union University. The lefty will be playing under Casey McGehee, a former professional player who wrapped up his first season with the Bulldogs. “I just feel like it was a great fit for me,” Spears said, “I think it’ll set me up for a very successful future.” Spears’s game brought … [Read more...] about Munford ace signs with Union University
Ma’Liyah Gilliam signs with Bethel University on Track scholarship
Covington Track and Field adds another runner to the Bethel University roster as Ma’Lyiah Gilliam signed her letter of intent with the Wildcats. Ironically, she chose to run in college over playing basketball as she was known for her superb hooping skills on the court, leading her team to district championship this past season. She was also apart if the four-person relay … [Read more...] about Ma’Liyah Gilliam signs with Bethel University on Track scholarship
Braxton Sharp signs Division-I track scholarship
On Braxton Sharp’s high school sporting resume was a 10.99, third-place finish in the State 100m Dash. Also, the Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Offensive Player of the Year took home the Region 8-5A MVP award in 2022. With dozens of college football offers on the table and multiple Division I track scholarship chances, Sharp was a little overwhelmed. Even thinking he should … [Read more...] about Braxton Sharp signs Division-I track scholarship
