Their homes and schools were catastrophically damaged after taking a direct hit from an EF-3 tornado two weeks ago and today Crestview families received more bad news: Gov. Bill Lee won't grant them an exception for next week's Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program testing. "Tipton County Schools was notified by state officials today that Crestview Elementary and … [Read more...] about Bill Lee refused a TCAP waiver for Covington students whose schools were destroyed in EF-3 tornadoes
Brighton takes two games from Covington; Lady Cougars fight back to beat Cardinals
This time last year Covington took two games off Brighton in the regular season. They also lost to them in the opening game of the district tournament. “Last year definitely left a bitter taste in our mouth,” Brighton Head Coach Ryan Wood said about last year’s losses to their rival. “We got our tails beat in every facet of the game, three games by Covington last … [Read more...] about Brighton takes two games from Covington; Lady Cougars fight back to beat Cardinals
Defender Cooper Magan signs scholarship to Freed-Hardeman
A coach seeing their player sign a scholarship is a huge accomplishment to witness, but being a parent who had a chance to coach your son in his final year of high school is more rewarding. That was the case for Jarrod Magan- head coach for Munford soccer- who joined his son, Cooper, as he signed to play for Freed-Hardemen University last Friday. “Proud is just kind of an … [Read more...] about Defender Cooper Magan signs scholarship to Freed-Hardeman
Teenager charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday
A 16-year-old has been charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday, the Covington Police Department announced. Early Wednesday morning the school's resource officer received a screenshot from Snapchat where there was a threat to "CHS," which was believed to be the local high school, and a warning to students. As a result, school officials and … [Read more...] about Teenager charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday
Munford and Brighton split series in district play
Munford pitcher Chase Spears remembered the game against Brighton last season when the Cardinals scored eight runs in the 2.2 innings he was on the mound. It still rolled through his mind when he pitched against the Cardinals Tuesday night in Munford. He refused to make the same mistake twice. Spears struck out seven batters and allowed just five hits in a 3-2 Munford win to … [Read more...] about Munford and Brighton split series in district play
Munford man charged with murder, aggravated arson after fire on East Drive
A Munford man has been charged with first degree murder and arson after a fire on East Drive Tuesday morning. Munford Police Chief Randal Baskin said firefighters were dispatched to the home at approximately 4 a.m. and found an elderly man dead in the yard. The man has not been identified by police. Police have charged 51-year-old Jonathan Rieben with first degree murder and … [Read more...] about Munford man charged with murder, aggravated arson after fire on East Drive
Baseball report: Munford finds ‘diamond in rough’ in loss to Dyer County; Brighton, Covington sweep league opener
Munford may have lost to Dyer County in a series warmup before district games begin, but, after the 5-0 loss on Tuesday night at home, coach Scotty Yount looked at a positive in the negative: Brodie Fortner. The sophomore infielder relieved a struggling Gavin Boyles, who gave up three runs in the first inning. He threw a solid game in the 5.2 innings he pitched, striking out … [Read more...] about Baseball report: Munford finds ‘diamond in rough’ in loss to Dyer County; Brighton, Covington sweep league opener
Tipton County homes damaged in storms last year may be eligible for repair grants
Property owners with damage from severe weather last year now have an opportunity to apply for grants for repairs. In an announcement last week, U.S Department of Agriculture Rural Development Tennessee State director Arlisa Armstrong shared home-repair grants are available to those whose homes were damaged as a result of severe winter storms, severe storms, straight-line winds … [Read more...] about Tipton County homes damaged in storms last year may be eligible for repair grants