Kevin Morris, a regional epidemiologist with the Tennessee Dept. of Health, urges you not to ask for COVID-19 testing unless you have symptoms of the virus and have been in an area where there have been confirmed cases. "Most cases are just the cold or flu," he said Wednesday by phone. "We don't have an active community transmission in Tipton right now, so it's unlikely the … [Read more...] about Expert says you’re unlikely to have COVID-19 if you haven’t left Tipton County
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In a ‘state of flux,’ Huffman vows to pay part-time employees through closures and says COVID-19 tests are scarce
We're in a state of flux, Tipton County Executive Jeff Huffman told a room full of department heads and decision makers Tuesday afternoon during a meeting about how the county will handle the COVID-19 pandemic. "The response this county's going to have is going to be based on what we know and it's going to be fluid from day-to-day," he said. "The policies we set on day one may … [Read more...] about In a ‘state of flux,’ Huffman vows to pay part-time employees through closures and says COVID-19 tests are scarce
Coronavirus and Tipton County: What’s going on with testing and treatment?
Each day the number of cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus increases in Tennessee and while, to date, there are no known cases in Tipton, the county's healthcare facilities are working on preparing. We recently spoke with Parker Harris, the administrator of Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton, to find out what happens when and if a patient tests positive. Q: Is there a confirmed … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and Tipton County: What’s going on with testing and treatment?
Tipton County Clerk’s Munford office closed, guidelines issued
The Tipton County Clerk's Office has closed its Munford satellite office and issued guidelines for conducting business during the COVID-19 pandemic. "Until further notice, due to the health concerns with the confined/limited office space, I am temporarily closing our satellite office at Munford City Hall," said Mary Gaither. . To serve and maintain the health and safety of … [Read more...] about Tipton County Clerk’s Munford office closed, guidelines issued
Local coaches depressed, confused, angry about suspension of spring sports due to coronavirus
Munford High School baseball coach Scotty Yount has been walking around his house like a zombie. When his phone rang Tuesday morning and he told his wife it was a newspaper reporter calling, his wife said, “Tell them you’re in a state of depression.” Covington softball coach Justus Cousar had to tell his team that next week’s trip to Gulf Shores, Ala. for a tournament has … [Read more...] about Local coaches depressed, confused, angry about suspension of spring sports due to coronavirus
TRA trip to Europe during coronavirus pandemic was literally ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’
[metaslider id=4650] When a group of 48 students, parents, teachers and administrators from Tipton-Rosemark Academy departed for a trip to Europe on March 7, coronavirus was certainly on the radar of most Americans. Schools were not closed, however, toilet paper aisles were still well-stocked and President Trump had not yet issued a travel ban from Europe to the United … [Read more...] about TRA trip to Europe during coronavirus pandemic was literally ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’
City of Munford: Avoid city offices unless urgent or unavoidable
The City of Munford wants the public to avoid its offices unless necessary. "As we continue to learn more about the coronavirus (COVID-19) and receive edicts from our president and state leaders, more precautions are being taken to protect our citizens, customers and staff," city recorder/treasurer Sherry Yelvington said via email. "In an abundance of caution, we ask you do … [Read more...] about City of Munford: Avoid city offices unless urgent or unavoidable
Tipton County Schools will provide free meals for students on select days
Tipton County Schools will be providing free meals for students at six sites, the board announced Monday afternoon. The meals will be provided March 18-20 and March 30-31 at six sites Austin Peay Elementary, Brighton Elementary, Covington High School, Drummonds Elementary, Munford Elementary and the Boys & Girls Club in Covington. The drive-thru event will take place from … [Read more...] about Tipton County Schools will provide free meals for students on select days
