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Looking to celebrate Galentines? Here’s what’s happening in Tipton County

By Echo Day on January 22, 2025

Galentines Day – the day in which we celebrate our female friendships, which originated from an episode of Parks & Recreation – is coming and local merchants have fun activities for you and your girlfriends to enjoy together. Decorate cookies with your faves Join Akins Clothing Co. and Flowers & Frosting Cake Co. for their first-ever Galentine’s Cookie … [Read more...] about Looking to celebrate Galentines? Here’s what’s happening in Tipton County

Museum announces February gardening series

By Echo Day on January 21, 2025

Looking to expand your gardening knowledge or connect with fellow enthusiasts? The Tipton County Museum’s Garden Series 2025 promises an enriching experience for nature lovers of all skill levels.  Running every Saturday in February, these engaging workshops cover a variety of fascinating topics designed to inspire and educate. Here’s the lineup for this year’s … [Read more...] about Museum announces February gardening series

What’s happening this weekend in Tipton County: Jan. 17-19, 2025

By Echo Day on January 17, 2025

It's too cold and there's still snow on the ground, but if you're looking to do something in Tipton County this weekend there are a few indoor activities to keep you warm! Elvis returns to the Ruffin Friday night Legend has it The King once played The Ruffin stage and Friday night he's back -- well, a tribute performer will be -- and he's bringing the music with him! … [Read more...] about What’s happening this weekend in Tipton County: Jan. 17-19, 2025

Uncover Your Family’s History with the Tipton County Museum’s Genealogy Course

By Echo Day on January 17, 2025

Are you curious about your family’s past but unsure where to begin? Join Museum Archivist and genealogist Sherri Onorati for a six-week “Digging for Roots: Discovering Your ‘Lost’ Ancestors” course at the Tipton County Museum. This beginner-friendly genealogy class kicks off on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1 p.m., and will guide you through the exciting journey of uncovering your … [Read more...] about Uncover Your Family’s History with the Tipton County Museum’s Genealogy Course

Heritage Festival: Friday Night is Family Movie Night

By Echo Day on September 22, 2023

The second day of the Heritage Festival features family fun in the Depot District. Free Family Movie Night, featuring the original Peter Pan movie, will begin at 7 p.m. The movie is sponsored by Drug Free Tipton. The evening begins with a chili cook-off and the results of six contests at the Tipton County Extension Office (150 Menefee Street, off East Liberty Avenue). The … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: Friday Night is Family Movie Night

Heritage Festival: Farm to Table Dinner kicks off this year’s event

By Echo Day on September 19, 2023

Kicking off this year’s Heritage Festival is the 6th Annual Farm to Table Dinner, featuring locally-grown food from area farmers in a delicious meal prepared by The Cellar Restaurant and Prohibition Bar.  The Farm to Table dinner will take place at The Cellar Restaurant & Prohibition Bar on the east side of the square Thursday night.   The event serves as a fundraiser for … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: Farm to Table Dinner kicks off this year’s event

Heritage Festival: “Pirates and Princesses” will be 2023 children’s parade theme

By Echo Day on September 19, 2023

The 28th annual Heritage Festival kicks off this weekend. As a Heritage Festival tradition, Saturday’s festivities will begin with the traditional Roll ‘N Stroll children’s parade around the historic court square. This year’s parade, sponsored by the Tipton Christian Academy Preschool, is themed “Pirates and Princesses.” The parade begins at 9 a.m. and participants are asked to … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival: “Pirates and Princesses” will be 2023 children’s parade theme

Annual Isaac Hayes Day in the Park set for Saturday

By Echo Day on August 18, 2023

Saturday Covington will celebrate one of its natives with the annual Isaac Hayes Day. It was an idea born on Facebook, organizer John Edwards, a Covington alderman, told The Leader in 2017. "A guy was talking about how Isaac Hayes was the coolest guy to come through Memphis. I told him that he was probably the most famous person to come out of Covington. He replied, … [Read more...] about Annual Isaac Hayes Day in the Park set for Saturday

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