The Leader and The Cellar are proud to announce Shane and Katelynn Martin have won the inaugural How We Met Valentine’s Day contest. Two dozen entrants wrote in to tell The Leader how they met their significant others. “A few years ago we started a series with these stories and they were so different from the things we usually cover,” said managing editor Echo Day. “I think … [Read more...] about In Snow and Love: Pandemic-era love story captures judges’ hearts
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Marcus Heaston serves students, community through workforce development
“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold.” Proverbs Framed on Marcus Heaston’s office wall, this Bible verse signifies what his family stands on: a firm foundation in Christ and stewarding their last name. “They’ve always stressed to us, ‘Don’t do anything to embarrass your family. Don’t do anything to embarrass yourself. … [Read more...] about Marcus Heaston serves students, community through workforce development
Call reporting armed party at Crestview was prank, superintendent says
The report of an armed party at a Covington elementary school, which prompted lockdowns and a law enforcement response, was a prank, the superintendent said. "We will be making another example out of someone when we find the culprit," Tipton County Director of Schools Dr. John Combs tweeted after the schools were secured. "Not funny." Late Wednesday morning Covington Police … [Read more...] about Call reporting armed party at Crestview was prank, superintendent says
Covington’s Chocolate Tour is set for Saturday – here’s what you need to know
Saturday the Chocolate Tour returns to downtown Covington. Here’s what you need to know about the county’s sweetest event. The Chocolate Tour has become a tradition The 11th annual event will take place on Feb. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the square. The tour is hosted by the Covington Economic Development Corp.We’re expecting temperatures in the mid 40s and after being … [Read more...] about Covington’s Chocolate Tour is set for Saturday – here’s what you need to know
Winter Storm Closures and Delays: Feb. 2, 2023
Several closures and delayed openings have been reported due to the ongoing ice storm. Here's the current list (new additions since the last update are highlighted): School related closures Tipton County Schools - closed Thursday Tipton Christian Academy - closed Thursday Tipton Rosemark Academy - closed Thursday Dyersburg State will operate virtually by Zoom on … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Closures and Delays: Feb. 2, 2023
Covington PD looking for help from the public in Christmas Day murder
Providing an update to city leaders during a public safety meeting last week, Covington's police chief said the department needs help from the public to make an arrest in a recent homicide. Adel "Alex" Elrafei was shot to death on Christmas Day while operating Bull Market, the Covington-based gas station he owned for many years. Police said he was found near the counter where … [Read more...] about Covington PD looking for help from the public in Christmas Day murder
The Tipton County Rotary club is taking pre-orders for Souper Soup Bowls fundraiser
The Rotary Club of Tipton County has announced its second annual Souper Soup Bowls fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 9. Club members are currently gathering preorders for chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup and chicken and sausage gumbo provided by locally-owned Bon Temps Catering Company. A $10 donation provides a cup of soup, cornbread and a drink. Rotary International is known, … [Read more...] about The Tipton County Rotary club is taking pre-orders for Souper Soup Bowls fundraiser
‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
This weekend, the Performing Arts Center at Tipton Rosemark Academy will be transformed into a wondrous chocolate factory as the Middle School Theatre Department performs “Willy Wonka Jr.” Based on the story by Roald Dahl, “Willy Wonka Jr.” follows the eccentric candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. … [Read more...] about ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
