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Five takeaways from the District 14-AAA tournament

By The Leader on May 8, 2023

As postseason continues, local teams finished first and second with a trip to the region tournament in sight. The district contest was filled with high-class performances, emotions, and nail-biting games that put fans on the edge of their lawn chair. Here are a few takeaways from last week’s games. District 14-AAA is the toughest district around. After the conclusion of … [Read more...] about Five takeaways from the District 14-AAA tournament

Construction halted on temporary Crestview schools

By Echo Day on May 3, 2023

They went up quickly, but lately folks have begun to notice no movement at the site of the temporary schools in the last few days.  That’s because there’s a problem. Tipton County Schools Director of Instruction Dr. Rebekah Byrd said on Friday, April 28, district leadership was informed of some ground water concerns that will have to be addressed before the sites can continue … [Read more...] about Construction halted on temporary Crestview schools

Covington rallies past Munford in regular season finale

By The Leader on May 3, 2023

In district/county rival games, anything can happen. Take the Munford vs. Covington matchup on Tuesday night, when the Chargers scraped their way out with a 4-3 win. “I think we’ve been a late-inning team all year, and, you know, you would like to come out and score runs early, but these girls have a flare for the dramatic,” said Tucker Taylor, who served as interim head … [Read more...] about Covington rallies past Munford in regular season finale

Brighton senior Camryn Williams dies in car accident 25 days before graduation

By Jeff Ireland on April 25, 2023

Camryn Williams loved to bake cookies. Chocolate chip and oatmeal were her specialties. "Everybody had to try them," said Jordyn Sanders, a Brighton senior and one of her close friends. "She was always cracking jokes," said Brighton senior Angielynn Crawford, another close friend, with a smile. "She'd make faces when somebody would do something a little off. She'd give you … [Read more...] about Brighton senior Camryn Williams dies in car accident 25 days before graduation

Former Brighton alderman David Boone convicted of fondling

By Echo Day on April 24, 2023

Instead of serving the Town of Brighton, a former alderman is now serving time.  David Boone was convicted of two counts of fondling last month, charges on which he was indicted in June 2021. Boone was elected in November 2020 and was employed at White Station High School with Shelby County Schools at the time of his arrest. He had been an educator for more than two decades. A … [Read more...] about Former Brighton alderman David Boone convicted of fondling

Congressman Steve Cohen sent Gov. Bill Lee a letter asking that TCAP be waived for Crestview students

By Echo Day on April 18, 2023

On Tuesday, Congressman Steve Cohen wrote a letter to Gov. Bill Lee advocating for a TCAP waiver for Crestview students. Last week, Lee refused to grant a waiver which would excuse those students from standardized testing after their schools were destroyed two weeks ago. The letter read: In light of the devastating EF3 tornado that touched down in Covington, Tennessee on … [Read more...] about Congressman Steve Cohen sent Gov. Bill Lee a letter asking that TCAP be waived for Crestview students

Rosemark picks up convincing win over Arlington

By The Leader on April 18, 2023

Only three upperclassmen are in the starting lineup for the Lady Rebels. Caroline Jones is the lone senior for them. Having young starters (plus a slew of eighth graders on the varsity roster) require more patience throughout the the season with some players making rookie mistakes. However, after a convincing 4-2 win over Arlington, TRA showed growth. “These young girls have … [Read more...] about Rosemark picks up convincing win over Arlington

Tipton County Disaster Recovery Center opens Sunday at DSCC

By Echo Day on April 16, 2023

A Disaster Recovery Center will open at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 16 at the Tipton County Public Library accommodate residents who were affected by the storms and tornadoes and want to update their existing FEMA applications or learn about state and community programs and other available assistance. The DRC will be open from 1-7 p.m. on Sundays and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday thru … [Read more...] about Tipton County Disaster Recovery Center opens Sunday at DSCC

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