Masks will now be required in Tipton County's public schools, the district announced Friday morning. Re-entry plans previously included a recommendation, or encouragement, but not a mandate. After discussions with our County Executive, as well as, updated recommendations from the Health Dept, LeBonheur, and the UT HSC - we agree that masks are an appropriate next step to slow … [Read more...] about Masks will now be required in Tipton County Schools
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Bonnie Hunter died July 4 from COVID-related cardiac arrest. Her family wants you to wear a mask.
On Cilla Tucker’s left forearm is a tattoo that connects her with her five sisters. Each of her sisters has the same tattoo, which is an infinity symbol with six hearts on the right loop. The hearts are outlined, save for two. Each sister has a red one to show their place in the birth order and the second heart is filled black in memory of Beth, who was killed in the ‘60s after … [Read more...] about Bonnie Hunter died July 4 from COVID-related cardiac arrest. Her family wants you to wear a mask.
Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced today the State of Tennessee’s recommendations to reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year. “Providing parents a choice in their children’s education is incredibly important,” said Gov. Lee. “In-person learning is the medically sound, preferred option. Our state is doing everything we can to work with local school districts and ensure … [Read more...] about Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
Two local women, including 75-year-old, receive their GEDs
[metaslider id=6101] Two months ago hundreds of Tipton County high school seniors graduated and emotions, as they always do at graduations, ran high. Two more people received different, but just as important, diplomas Monday afternoon in front of the Alternative Learning Center in Covington and it also was a very emotional event. Ida Terry, a 75-year-old with eight … [Read more...] about Two local women, including 75-year-old, receive their GEDs
July 17, 2020: 88 new COVID cases this week, 2 more deaths
Tipton County saw its largest day-over-day increases in confirmed cases, active cases and deaths outside of the prison outbreak two months ago. Here's a look at July's numbers, so far: 88 new cases – and deaths have doubled Since Friday, July 10, there have been 88 newly-diagnosed cases, bringing the total active cases to 231. There have been two deaths this week as … [Read more...] about July 17, 2020: 88 new COVID cases this week, 2 more deaths
Early voting begins today – here’s what to expect when you head to the polls
Early voting in the federal and state primary and county general election will begin Friday. Assessor of property, school board and constable will be on the ballot, as will primaries for United States Senate and House of Representatives and State Senate and House of Representatives. In the Republican primary for state senate, incumbent senator Paul Rose of Covington is being … [Read more...] about Early voting begins today – here’s what to expect when you head to the polls
Online registration for school begins tomorrow – here’s more information
Last week, the Tipton County Schools re-entry plan was approved and, included in the plan was online registration for the upcoming school year. Launching Wednesday, online registration will be available for returning students in grades 1-12 through the system’s website, tipton-county.com. Students who are new to the county, including kindergarteners who did not register in the … [Read more...] about Online registration for school begins tomorrow – here’s more information
12 Things you need to know about Tipton County Schools’ re-entry plans
On Thursday, July 9, the Tipton County School Board approved its plan for re-entry and the beginning of the 2020-21 school year. The plan, said superintendent Dr. John Combs, was a culmination of a lot of research, collaboration and thought. "I am very aware that this entire COVID-19 scenario has caused quite the conversation across our state and this country. While many are … [Read more...] about 12 Things you need to know about Tipton County Schools’ re-entry plans
