On Feb. 24, 1944, The Covington Leader published a letter from Sgt. Ernest Eugene Taylor, of Mason, commemorating what was then known as Negro History Week. In his letter, Taylor spelled out his hopes for progress with race relations in the coming year. The letter, in its entirety, reads: (Editor's note: The following letter was received Friday from Sgt. Ernest Eugene Taylor, … [Read more...] about Letters from the Warfront: In 1944, Sgt. Ernest Taylor wrote to The Leader about Negro History Week
Brighton senior Jade Howard signs to play softball at Dyersburg State
Dyersburg State Lady Eagles head softball coach George White made the familiar trip to Brighton High School Thursday morning to nab a prize recruit. White, with assistant coach Will Hess by his side, was excited to be signing Lady Cardinal standout Jade Howard. White noted her ability to play multiple positions from the infield to outfield. He also pointed out how Howard's … [Read more...] about Brighton senior Jade Howard signs to play softball at Dyersburg State
TRA senior Alex Anderson signs D-I scholarship with South Alabama
The Alex Anderson Era at Tipton-Rosemark Academy didn't have such a humble beginning. The confident freshman arrived on campus proud of his family's legacy and knowing his own potential to be a Division-I caliber talent. Luckily for the TRA Rebel Basketball program the youngest Anderson boy has fulfilled his destiny from racking up several awards the past three seasons, team … [Read more...] about TRA senior Alex Anderson signs D-I scholarship with South Alabama
An Atoka veteran operates a military history museum near the county line
Our nation’s military has been protecting its shores since the Continental Army was organized on June 14, 1775. Since that time, a tremendous amount of military history, including artifacts, has been generated and saved, tucked and kept safe in well-known national museums like the World War II Museum in New Orleans or the National WWI Museum in Kansas City, Mo., or even little … [Read more...] about An Atoka veteran operates a military history museum near the county line
After WWII, Tipton County’s Black veterans founded their own American Legion post
The soldiers who came home after World War I were tired, traumatized and many felt out-of-place given what they had been through – even in their hometowns – places which should have been welcoming and familiar. A small group of World War I war-weary veterans grew their idea of focusing on service to veterans, servicemembers and their families to become one of the most … [Read more...] about After WWII, Tipton County’s Black veterans founded their own American Legion post
Men of Valor: A Tipton County Museum exhibit honors the Wakefield and Wherry brothers
A family’s legacy - a torch of honor and patriotism - which started with a father and uncles serving in the United States Navy and Army during World War II, was passed down to sons and now grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It is a fitting honor for the Wakefield and Wherry descendants of the enslaved and sharecroppers. Oldest son, William Thomas “Tommy” Wakefield, … [Read more...] about Men of Valor: A Tipton County Museum exhibit honors the Wakefield and Wherry brothers
Brighton Cardinals bounce back with shut out of Millington
[metaslider id=6436] Just in case the Brighton Cardinals wanted to forget about the 35-0 defeat courtesy of the Dyersburg Trojans Aug. 27, the BHS coaching staff was going to give them a lasting impression. Also during Week 2, the Millington Trojans were in Tipton County suffering a 29-3 loss to the rival Munford Cougars. Both the Trojans and Cardinals were in Millington … [Read more...] about Brighton Cardinals bounce back with shut out of Millington
Munford wins M &M Bowl for sixth straight season in Thursday night special
[metaslider id=6376] With the gusty winds swirling over the Munford Football Stadium field, Munford head football coach Slade Calhoun was flashing a smile brighter than a lightning bolt from tropical storm Laura. Calhoun had the grin of a winner, gripping the game ball from the 2020 M&M Bowl. The first-year head coach of Munford secured his first victory as the leader of … [Read more...] about Munford wins M &M Bowl for sixth straight season in Thursday night special
