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Don’t miss the Fall Shopping Frenzy this weekend

By Echo Day on October 31, 2019

The Junior Auxiliary of Tipton County is ready to kick off the holiday season in style with the 11th Annual Fall Shopping Frenzy on Nov. 1-2 at Brighton High School. The Fall Shopping Frenzy has become a Tipton holiday tradition that pairs local artisans and vendors with the Junior Auxiliary of Tipton County, offering an opportunity for shoppers to get a head start on their … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Fall Shopping Frenzy this weekend

Help is needed to complete a photo project at the sheriff’s office

By Echo Day on October 29, 2019

[metaslider id=2568] An Atoka man is working on a project to honor Tipton County's former sheriffs. For more than a year Robin Wallace has been working with the sheriff's office to locate photos of sheriffs who served prior to 1924 to add to the photo wall they've had displayed for many years. "They have created a very impressive wall honoring 12 former sheriffs but there … [Read more...] about Help is needed to complete a photo project at the sheriff’s office

Who’s got the cutest pet in Tipton County? Our third annual contest is now live

By Echo Day on October 29, 2019

Who’s got the cutest pet in Tipton County? A contest sponsored by The Leader will crown a winner and a 2020 calendar will feature the pet with the most votes. The grand prize winner will also receive a “Pamper Me” gift basket with various items for a pet and pet owner. “We are looking forward to this year’s pet calendar contest because who can resist adorable photos of … [Read more...] about Who’s got the cutest pet in Tipton County? Our third annual contest is now live

When it comes to her battle with breast cancer, Barbara Dorn considers herself blessed

By Echo Day on October 26, 2019

Seated behind her desk, Barbara Dorn takes a deep breath as she opens the gray folder. “I have my whole history in here.” Different pages detail different things: her diagnosis, the treatment plan, information about radiation, wires, chips. She never thought she’d be here, with this gray folder, and she’s ready to put it away forever. * * * * * Barbara and her sister, Bonnie, … [Read more...] about When it comes to her battle with breast cancer, Barbara Dorn considers herself blessed

VIDEO: Drummonds native Michael Pugh patrols seas from the air for U.S. Navy

By Echo Day on October 25, 2019

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jackson G. Brown, Navy Office of Community Outreach OAK HARBOR, Wash. – Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Pugh, a native of Drummonds, wanted to give back to his country. “I wanted to do my part serving the country,” said Pugh. “I wanted to give back for everything that's been given to me, and the Navy gave me that opportunity.” Now, … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Drummonds native Michael Pugh patrols seas from the air for U.S. Navy

It’s Spooky Season – here are 17 ways to celebrate in Tipton County

By Echo Day on October 24, 2019

Traditionally, Halloween is celebrated with costumes and trick-or-treating, which is usually done afterschool until about 8 p.m. on Halloween night. Churches and event cities help celebrate the holiday by hosting trunk-or-treats or other themed events. Here are 17 things to do this Halloween. Friday, Oct. 25 Munford Middle School’s basketball team is hosting Spooktacular, a … [Read more...] about It’s Spooky Season – here are 17 ways to celebrate in Tipton County

Miss Tipton County, Miss MidSouth chosen

By Echo Day on October 11, 2019

[ux_slider] [ux_image id="1928"] [ux_image id="1927"] [ux_image id="1924"] [ux_image id="1923"] [ux_image id="1926"] [ux_image id="1925"] [/ux_slider] [gap] Tipton County's newest titleholders have been chosen. The Miss Tipton County Scholarship Pageant was held on Sunday, Oct. 6 at the Tipton Rosemark Academy Performing Arts Center. Lydia Waldrop was crowned Miss … [Read more...] about Miss Tipton County, Miss MidSouth chosen

Inside the life of Travis McCulley, Tipton County’s most-arrested man

By Jeff Ireland on June 7, 2018

People like Travis McCulley. That much is crystal clear. John Robert Shoaf was Travis' neighbor as a child and his boss later. “Great heart, bad addiction,” he says. “He really is a good fella,” says C.H. Sullivan, a Covington alderman and banker. “He's got a heart of gold … and a liver of steel.” Carbo Cousar, a sales representative for this newspaper and part-time musician, … [Read more...] about Inside the life of Travis McCulley, Tipton County’s most-arrested man

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