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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

After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night

By Echo Day on March 4, 2021

Friday night is opening night at the Ruffin as Frozen Jr. begins its run at the historic theater on Covington’s square. The show features a cast of more than two dozen children, from ages 7-18, and will bring Elsa and Anna’s icy journey toward reconciliation to life. It’s the second Ruffin show in a row featuring children in every role. “I think it’s wonderful to have so many … [Read more...] about After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night

Here’s how you can enter the Tipton County Museum’s virtual art and photography exhibit

By Echo Day on September 24, 2020

In honor of its 22nd anniversary on Nov. 11, the Tipton County Museum will be hosting an international art and photography virtual exhibit. The subject of the work entered must be the Tipton County Museum or its grounds. Photographers must visit the museum property to create their work, but other visual artists may use reference photos available on the museum's website or … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can enter the Tipton County Museum’s virtual art and photography exhibit

Savvy Seniors: Art is an outlet after retirement

By Echo Day on January 31, 2020

[metaslider id="3840"] Donna Rhodes is standing at the back of the room with her head cocked toward her right shoulder, analyzing her work in progress. Trying to make her crow look as lifelike as possible is giving her fits of frustration. “Is this something you’d want to shoot out of a tree?” she jokingly asks museum volunteer Jim Harger as he passes by. She is one of nearly a … [Read more...] about Savvy Seniors: Art is an outlet after retirement

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Former Covington, Munford basketball coach Tim Halford inducted into BCAT Hall of Fame

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