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Too cool for school: Students who attend the Crestview interim schools are out on Tuesday

By Echo Day on January 19, 2025

Due to the extreme cold temperatures forecasted for Monday and Tuesday, Crestview interim schools will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21. • Crestview Middle School 6th-grade students who attend classes in the interim buildings will not report to school on Tuesday. • Kindergarten through 5th-grade students iinterim buildings will also not report to school. However, PreK and … [Read more...] about Too cool for school: Students who attend the Crestview interim schools are out on Tuesday

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

Meet Robert Earl Beckett Jr., the January 2025 Veteran of the Month

By Echo Day on January 16, 2025

The Tipton County Museum honored its January 2025 Veteran of the Month, Robert Earl Beckett Jr., on Tuesday night. Beckett was born on Feb. 5, 1944, in Memphis, where he spent his formative years in South Memphis. As a student at South Side High School, Beckett was a standout leader and athlete, serving as captain of the football team in 1962. In recognition of his … [Read more...] about Meet Robert Earl Beckett Jr., the January 2025 Veteran of the Month

Covington’s Aquatic Center is getting an upgrade – here’s what’s happening

By Echo Day on January 16, 2025

Covington’s Aquatic Center is poised for a series of upgrades, particularly focusing on the installation of new pool heaters.  During the recent General Welfare/Public Relations Committee meeting held on Jan. 14, Parks and Recreation Director Molly Glass shared essential updates about the project, which has been eagerly anticipated by both staff and patrons of the … [Read more...] about Covington’s Aquatic Center is getting an upgrade – here’s what’s happening

Spanyada Adams indicted in 2022 murder of Betty Goheen

By Echo Day on November 9, 2023

A Covington man was indicted this week for killing a woman in Covington in 2022. Betty Goheen, of Munford, was found dead at a home on South College Street on April 9, 2022. Spanyada Adams, the man who was reportedly alone with her at the time of her death, told police she overdosed on drugs. Police said that explanation was inconsistent with the evidence collected at the … [Read more...] about Spanyada Adams indicted in 2022 murder of Betty Goheen

Munford High School’s ‘Noses Off’ opens tonight at The Ruffin

By The Leader on November 9, 2023

Munford High School is proud to announce its theater department’s production of "Noses Off," which opens tonight at the Historic Ruffin Theater in Covington. Noses Off tells the story of an amateur theater company's whodunit as it hurtles towards opening night -- but the real mystery is whether the cast and crew can get this disaster to curtain call. The cast and crew of this … [Read more...] about Munford High School’s ‘Noses Off’ opens tonight at The Ruffin

Munford’s season ends despite dramatic comeback

By Jeff Ireland on November 7, 2023

It looked like it was over, then it didn't. Then, it was. Munford fell behind Hendersonville 41-20 Friday night at home in the third quarter of round one of the Class 5A state playoffs. The Cougars waged an improbable comeback and had a chance to tie the game late, but the Commandos ultimately won, 41-34, ending Munford's season. Munford running back Ty Stark scored on a … [Read more...] about Munford’s season ends despite dramatic comeback

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