In a show of solidarity and faith, members of the community gathered in Frazier Park Wednesday to invoke the power of God and seek protection over Covington in the wake of several recent tragedies. Led by passionate speakers, the prayer vigil emphasized the importance of seeking divine intervention and surrendering individual will to a higher purpose. The service honored Tamya … [Read more...] about A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims
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Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville
There will be a candlelight vigil Wednesday evening to honor the life of a young woman killed in a mass shooting in Covington Saturday night. Tamya Ewing-Somerville, who had dreams of becoming a nurse and had just turned 20 last month, was shot to death during an event honoring the life of a classmate who'd died. She was a 2021 graduate of Covington High School. “It was … [Read more...] about Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville
Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation
A man was arrested in Munford after barricading himself in a house Sunday night. Munford Police Chief Randal Baskin said officers were dispatched to Mary Avenue at approximately 6:30 p.m. for a domestic violence incident. When they arrived, a man ran inside residence and barricaded himself. Officers attempted to contact him several times and each failed. They entered the … [Read more...] about Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation
Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center
Five people were shot during a party at The Event Center in Covington Saturday night. Sheriff Shannon Beasley said Covington police and Tipton County deputies were dispatched to the popular club at approximately 11:15 p.m. after gunshots were reported. “Upon arrival, deputies began administering first aid to a female gunshot victim who was found to be in extremely critical … [Read more...] about Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center
Accused of rape of a child, Alissa McCommon resigned from her position as a teacher
Alissa McCommon, the fourth grade teacher recently charged with raping a 12-year-old, officially resigned her position last week. The news came during a school board meeting last week. “A few hours ago, I received a phone call from Ms. McCommon’s attorney. We have accepted her resignation,” said the school district’s attorney, Steve Shields. “She will no longer be with this … [Read more...] about Accused of rape of a child, Alissa McCommon resigned from her position as a teacher
Brighton High School student charged with threatening to shoot up the school
A 14-year-old was charged with threatening a mass shooting, Brighton Mayor Stephanie Chapman-Washam said Wednesday. The Brighton High School resource officer became aware of a threat to "shoot up the school" made through Snapchat on Wednesday morning. The student, who lives in Atoka, was identified and interviewed by police. He was then arrested and charged with making a … [Read more...] about Brighton High School student charged with threatening to shoot up the school
Covington mother Tamia Taylor still missing after Memphis riverboat cruise
The search is underway for a Covington woman missing out of Memphis. According to a missing person report issued on Sunday, Tamia Taylor went missing after a riverboat cruise on Saturday. "I'm hurting as a mother, her friends is hurting, her family is hurting, her brother is hurting, her children are hurting," Tamia's mother, Debra Taylor, told Action News 5 after the family … [Read more...] about Covington mother Tamia Taylor still missing after Memphis riverboat cruise
ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop
A reward is now being offered for information that will lead to the arrest of those responsible for ramming into an Atoka pawn shop and stealing 169 guns over the weekend. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the trade association for the firearms industry, have announced a combined reward of up to $10,000 for … [Read more...] about ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop
