As the excitement of summertime slowly winds down, the eagerness for the fall season is evident throughout the community. “We’re proud to be able to kick off the fall season with our annual Heritage Festival each year. It’s one of Tipton County’s biggest tourism events,” said Lauren Fletcher, Executive Director of the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce. “Since we host … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival kicks off tonight, goes through Sunday afternoon
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Heritage Festival announces “Cars” as this year’s children’s parade theme
Covington's Heritage Festival is quickly approaching and the children's parade theme has just been announced. 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 Cars themed and children are … [Read more...] about Heritage Festival announces “Cars” as this year’s children’s parade theme
Seedco giving away backpacks, haircuts at back-to-school enrollment event Saturday
On Saturday morning Seedco, an organization which helps connects children to healthcare coverage, will host an event promoting fun and wellness. On hand will be barbers and beauticians providing free hair cuts and styles, food, drinks, music and more. Foreeta Yarbrough said organizers have stuffed 200 backpacks to distribute to children attending the event, which will take … [Read more...] about Seedco giving away backpacks, haircuts at back-to-school enrollment event Saturday
The four-day Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – find out the details about event
The 26th annual Heritage Festival begins tonight with a farm-to-table dinner at the Manor at Mt. Carmel. Hosted at The Manor at Mount Carmel, the dinner will feature locally-grown food from area farmers in a delicious meal prepared by local restaurants. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Court Square Farmers Market. The evening starts off with a social hour at 5 p.m. and … [Read more...] about The four-day Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – find out the details about event
A 9/11 memorial event will be held in Atoka Saturday morning
On Saturday, Sept. 11 the Town of Atoka will host a 9/11 memorial to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the terror attacks on the U.S. On that day, four separate terror attacks by militant group al-Qaeda took place with two planes crashing into the World Trade Center, one into the Pentagon, and a fourth into a field in Pennsylvania after missing what many believe was its … [Read more...] about A 9/11 memorial event will be held in Atoka Saturday morning
Juneteenth event planned Saturday in Frazier Park
On Saturday the county’s second-ever known celebration of Juneteenth, the day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States, will be held in Covington. Though it is a big event in many Texas towns, Juneteenth isn’t as widely celebrated in other areas of the United States. “The purpose is to understand the history of Juneteenth and how the people in … [Read more...] about Juneteenth event planned Saturday in Frazier Park
Five Things to Do in Tipton County This Weekend: May 21-23, 2021
With the COVID numbers winding down, the public is ready to regain life as it was pre-pandemic. In addition to local high school graduations and sports tournaments, there are several events going on in Tipton County this weekend: Visit the Court Square Farmers Market As mentioned on page A1, the farmers market has reopened for the 2021 season. Located at the corner of N. Main … [Read more...] about Five Things to Do in Tipton County This Weekend: May 21-23, 2021
After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night
Friday night is opening night at the Ruffin as Frozen Jr. begins its run at the historic theater on Covington’s square. The show features a cast of more than two dozen children, from ages 7-18, and will bring Elsa and Anna’s icy journey toward reconciliation to life. It’s the second Ruffin show in a row featuring children in every role. “I think it’s wonderful to have so many … [Read more...] about After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night
