Covington native Victor Johnson was recently honored as the June Veteran of the Month by the Tipton County Veterans Council at a ceremony held at the Tipton County Museum, Veteran Memorial and Nature Center in Covington. Nominated by City of Covington District 1 Alderwoman Minnie Bommer who told those gathered for the recognition ceremony that Victor grew up here and he makes … [Read more...] about Victor Johnson celebrated at June 2016 Veteran of the Month
MIlitary Matters
Gone but not forgotten: Remembering those whose lives were lost in Vietnam
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, the day we honor our service men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Tipton County’s sons have never shied away from conflict. They have answered the call and fought in every battle their country has asked them to. Vietnam was no different. The Vietnam War was a long, costly, and unpopular conflict that … [Read more...] about Gone but not forgotten: Remembering those whose lives were lost in Vietnam