[metaslider id=6768] Covington native Emily Peyton Cook released her first book this month, encouraging positivity centered around God-given gifts. “Eclectic Emily” made its debut this week and the main character takes readers along as she discovers being a creative child is who she is meant to be. A book signing was held Saturday at Tipton Christian Academy, where she is an … [Read more...] about Covington native Emily Peyton Cook released her first book this week
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Opinion: Football during COVID, playoff scenarios and Covington Charger dominance
Now that we are a little more than halfway through the high school football season, this seems like a good time to run through a few things we’ve learned along the way. The most obvious thing I think we’ve learned is that it looks like high school football can co-exist with COVID-19. I love it when people say what I’m about to write because it implies you are not honest … [Read more...] about Opinion: Football during COVID, playoff scenarios and Covington Charger dominance
Tipton County’s mask mandate will end Sept. 30, but Huffman encourages continued mask usage
Tipton County's mask mandate, which has been in place since Aug. 5, will end on Wednesday, Sept. 30. County executive Jeff Huffman, who is what other counties call a county mayor, made the announcement Monday. "Tipton County's numbers continue to improve overall," he said via email. "The county is up to 1,836 confirmed positive cases and 19 deaths. The positivity rate for the … [Read more...] about Tipton County’s mask mandate will end Sept. 30, but Huffman encourages continued mask usage
The Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – here’s what’s planned
The 2020 Heritage Festival will begin Friday with movies at The Historic Ruffin Theater on the square. “The Wizard of Oz” will begin at 6:30 p.m. and “Walk the Line,” a movie with scenes shot in Tipton County, will follow. Tickets are free and concessions will be offered. The Ruffin is planning an encore of the double feature Saturday. The theater is a historical landmark. … [Read more...] about The Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – here’s what’s planned
The Tipton County Museum announced their October Gardening Series will be virtual this year
The Tipton County Museum announced it will be hosting the annual October Gardening Series for free this year on Zoom, an online meeting forum. "Due to COVID-19, we are limited to having small groups inside the museum," said museum director Barrie Foster. Here's the schedule: Let's Talk Organics – Oct. 3 On Saturday, Oct. 3, Dr. Chris Cooper will present “Let’s Talk Organics” … [Read more...] about The Tipton County Museum announced their October Gardening Series will be virtual this year
Tipton County Schools scales in-person classes to four days only
On Thursday, the Tipton County Schools announced in-person learning had been cut back to just four days per week. Beginning Sept. 25, Fridays will be distance learning days only until Fall Break, when the district will re-evaluate its plans. Fall Break is currently scheduled for Oct. 13-16. "While this decision may create scheduling conflicts for some families, we request … [Read more...] about Tipton County Schools scales in-person classes to four days only
Dr. Combs said school plans are ‘fluid’ – here’s how they could change
At last Thursday’s school board meeting, director of schools Dr. John Combs wanted to remind the public his plans for this school year are fluid. “I’ve said that throughout. Over the course of this week and next, I will continue to monitor positive case counts, distance learning efficiency for students and the logistics for all our teachers to be able to effectively instruct … [Read more...] about Dr. Combs said school plans are ‘fluid’ – here’s how they could change
The Covington chamber is hosting virtual session with speaker Mo Collins this Friday
The Covington Tipton County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the booking of American speaker Mo Collins. The pandemic, economic shifts and rural workforce shortages have created unprecedented challenges -and new opportunity- for businesses in Tennessee. The economy and communities of Tennessee are in the midst of fundamental and profound economic change. Collins will … [Read more...] about The Covington chamber is hosting virtual session with speaker Mo Collins this Friday
