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June 5, 2025 – B Section

The Leader
June 5, 2025

Brighton High grad Dalton Rushing now playing for reigning World Series champs

Jeff Ireland
May 20, 2025

Making a Major League Baseball roster is really, really hard. According to Google, 0.5 percent of high school baseball players are drafted, and only about…

Munford edges Covington to claim district title

The Leader
May 12, 2025

By Steve Holt Behind 7 strong innings on the mound by Munford’s Houston Yount, the Munford Cougars (17-14) dropped the Covington Chargers (16-18) by a…

Drummonds Elementary installs book vending machine to reward young readers

Ashby Richardson
May 12, 2025

Drummonds Elementary School is celebrating a big win for literacy with the arrival of a brand-new book vending machine — a fun and exciting way…

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Robert Luttrell steps down after seven seasons as Dyersburg State girls’ soccer coach

Jeff Ireland
July 16, 2025

Seven years ago, Dyersburg State Community College decided to start a women’s soccer program and they chose Robert Luttrell to be the head coach. That ended up being a very…

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Covington, Brighton, Munford, Rosemark football teams prepare for season, scrimmages

Jeff Ireland
July 9, 2025

Covington, Brighton and Munford were on the practice field this week in preparation for the 2025 season. All three teams will be playing in scrimmages in coming weeks. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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Covington’s Bella Crook signs softball scholarship with Southwest

Jeff Ireland
June 12, 2025

Bella Crook was a big reason why the Covington Lady Chargers softball team made the state tournament last year. Her accomplishments were noticed by Southwest Tennessee Community College softball coach…

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Party with the Pollinators Friday night for some good family fun

Echo Day
June 20, 2025

COVINGTON — Tipton County families are invited to celebrate the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem during the Party with the Pollinators event, taking place Friday, June 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tipton County Museum, Veterans Memorial & Nature Center. The free, family-friendly event will offer…

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What’s happening this weekend: Trains, movies, moonshine, music and more!

Echo Day
June 13, 2025

Tipton County is the place to be this weekend, with exciting grand openings, cultural celebrations, and family-friendly fun happening across Covington and Atoka. Whether you’re looking for a first-run movie, a nostalgic train ride, handcrafted spirits, live music or community events, there’s something for everyone June 13–15, 2025. FRIDAY, JUNE…

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Tipton County NAACP to Host Juneteenth Celebration in the Park

Echo Day
June 13, 2025

Chris Brent, president of the Tipton County branch of the NAACP, chops barbecue during the inaugural Juneteenth celebration Saturday, June 18, 2016. COVINGTON – The Tipton County NAACP invites the community to come together for a vibrant celebration of freedom, family, and unity during its annual Juneteenth event, scheduled for…

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Robert Luttrell steps down after seven seasons as Dyersburg State girls’ soccer coach

July 16, 2025 By Jeff Ireland

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Covington, Brighton, Munford, Rosemark football teams prepare for season, scrimmages

July 9, 2025 By Jeff Ireland

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Tipton County to host two Independence Day celebrations

June 28, 2025 By Echo Day

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Brighton alderman/constable charged with child abuse

June 20, 2025 By Echo Day

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