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Covington mother Tamia Taylor still missing after Memphis riverboat cruise

By The Leader on September 12, 2023

The search is underway for a Covington woman missing out of Memphis. According to a missing person report issued on Sunday, Tamia Taylor went missing after a riverboat cruise on Saturday. "I'm hurting as a mother, her friends is hurting, her family is hurting, her brother is hurting, her children are hurting," Tamia's mother, Debra Taylor, told Action News 5 after the family … [Read more...] about Covington mother Tamia Taylor still missing after Memphis riverboat cruise

ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop

By The Leader on September 12, 2023

A reward is now being offered for information that will lead to the arrest of those responsible for ramming into an Atoka pawn shop and stealing 169 guns over the weekend. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the trade association for the firearms industry, have announced a combined reward of up to $10,000 for … [Read more...] about ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop

Alissa McCommon arrested, charged with rape of a child

By The Leader on September 8, 2023

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

By The Leader on September 6, 2023

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

By The Leader on August 17, 2023

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

By The Leader on August 17, 2023

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

By The Leader on August 10, 2023

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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

By The Leader on July 10, 2023

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

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