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
Don’t miss ‘The Spongebob Musical’ at Tipton Rosemark Academy
The Tipton Rosemark Academy Fine Arts Department invites you to the undersea world of Bikini Bottom, where an unlikely trio of friends set out to save their friends and neighbors from imminent doom. You will be entertained by a high-energy cast and a one-of-a-kind musical event featuring a soundtrack of original songs written by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of … [Read more...] about Don’t miss ‘The Spongebob Musical’ at Tipton Rosemark Academy
Cali Dunn signs softball scholarship to Mountain Home
Cali Dunn wanted to pursue a softball career after her time at Munford High and play for a college that will prepare her for the future. Arkansas State University at Mountain Home, that will have its first softball team in the fall, caught her attention. The scenery of the college campus prompted Dunn to finalize her deal with Mountain Home and signed her letter of intent … [Read more...] about Cali Dunn signs softball scholarship to Mountain Home
Two former Mason employees were just indicted and former mayor Kilpatrick was also investigated
The Tennessee State Comptroller announced the indictments of two employees from the Town of Mason after a 7-year investigation into the town's finances. Michele Scott, the town’s former human resources director, and Reva Marshall, the former financial officer, were being paid for working at both Memphis-Shelby County School System and the Town of Mason during the same … [Read more...] about Two former Mason employees were just indicted and former mayor Kilpatrick was also investigated
Monday roundup: Munford falls to Dyer County on the road; Covington and TRA earn big wins
[metaslider id="12036"] Lady Cougars traveled to Newbern for get-back against Dyer County, who sent them home last season in the region semifinals. After three scoreless innings, rookie mistakes from the Munford defense led to the Lady Choctaws coming out on top in a 2-1 win Monday night. “You can kind of just see how young we are from this and what I told them in the circle is … [Read more...] about Monday roundup: Munford falls to Dyer County on the road; Covington and TRA earn big wins
Covington’s San’Darius Coleman heads to Bethel for track
At a signing ceremony, the athlete will have their jerseys laying on table for decorative use, but San’Darius Coleman displayed his slew of medals he earned from his cross county/track career as he signed with Bethel University. Coleman always knew he wanted to run on the college level his freshman year, when he was beating upperclassmen in races. He kept a simple formula for … [Read more...] about Covington’s San’Darius Coleman heads to Bethel for track
