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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

TCSO, CPD investigating shooting on Hwy. 51 south of Covington

By Echo Day on October 20, 2023

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Tipton County Sheriff's Office deputies and Covington police officers are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the area of Hwy. 51 and Jack Bennett Road early Friday morning. Sheriff Shannon Beasley said preliminary reports indicated a silver Malibu-style vehicle and a red Mustang were traveling northbound on Hwy. 51 around the Jack Bennett Road … [Read more...] about TCSO, CPD investigating shooting on Hwy. 51 south of Covington

Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond

By Echo Day on September 28, 2023

The former teacher charged earlier this month with raping a 12-year-old has been arrested for harassing and stalking a teenaged victim. McCommon was originally arrested on Sept. 8. The conditions of her $25,000 bond state she is not permitted to have contact with the victim from or any minor other than her own children. On Sept. 26, the police department learned McCommon was … [Read more...] about Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond

A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims

By Echo Day on September 27, 2023

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

Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center

By Echo Day on September 24, 2023

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

Annual Isaac Hayes Day in the Park set for Saturday

By Echo Day on August 18, 2023

Saturday Covington will celebrate one of its natives with the annual Isaac Hayes Day. It was an idea born on Facebook, organizer John Edwards, a Covington alderman, told The Leader in 2017. "A guy was talking about how Isaac Hayes was the coolest guy to come through Memphis. I told him that he was probably the most famous person to come out of Covington. He replied, … [Read more...] about Annual Isaac Hayes Day in the Park set for Saturday

‘I’m not going to say it’s all racist motivated’: Johnetta Yarbrough speaks out about daughter’s termination

By Echo Day on June 14, 2023

With tensions running high after the termination of Eboni Eaton on Friday, the City of Covington expected a large crowd at Tuesday’s meeting of the board of mayor and aldermen.  City officials issued a special alert, notifying the public only 66 people could be seated inside the board room. No such notice has ever been issued before Monday.  The meeting opened with a warning … [Read more...] about ‘I’m not going to say it’s all racist motivated’: Johnetta Yarbrough speaks out about daughter’s termination

Tensions flare in Covington as HR director is terminated for walking out of a disciplinary meeting with the mayor

By Echo Day on June 13, 2023

A firestorm of emotion has resulted from the termination of Covington Personnel/Purchasing Director Eboni Eaton during a special called meeting Friday afternoon. The meeting, which was announced on the city's Facebook page last Wednesday, served as a discussion surrounding the proposed termination for insubordination. Mayor Jan Hensley alleged Eaton walked out of a meeting in … [Read more...] about Tensions flare in Covington as HR director is terminated for walking out of a disciplinary meeting with the mayor

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