On Monday, the Tennessee Department of Health released a new online booking tool for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. “We’re excited to begin this process to help deliver this vital service in the most efficient way possible while managing the limited and somewhat unpredictable supply of vaccines,” said Tennessee Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FAAP. Prior to the … [Read more...] about State launches online COVID-19 vaccine registration – here’s how to register for an appointment
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The top five Tipton County sports stories of the year
[metaslider id=7569] A global pandemic dominated the news during 2020 and forced the cancelation of several sports. However, before COVID-19 hit and when a path to playing sports during it was eventually figured out, several Tipton County-area athletes and teams accomplished some big things. Here are the top five sports stories of 2020: 5. Clay Busters win state, national … [Read more...] about The top five Tipton County sports stories of the year
Tennessee Dept. of Health announces revised vaccination plans
The Tennessee Department of Health has updated the Tennessee COVID-19 Vaccination Plan and its phased approach to administering COVID-19 vaccines to Tennesseans. “COVID-19 vaccines remain limited at this time, and Tennessee’s allocation plan prioritizes those most at risk of illness and death from COVID-19,” said Tennessee Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FAAP. “The … [Read more...] about Tennessee Dept. of Health announces revised vaccination plans
A ‘monumental day’ as first COVID-19 vaccinations are administered in Tipton County
It was over pretty quickly. "Are you done?" Atoka Police Chief Jessie Poole asked as nurse Buffie Nelms discarded the syringe. He cracked a quick joke, "It's a little late now to change my mind, I guess ..." He said he didn't feel much, barely even a sting. His Lt. James Strickland was the first person to be vaccinated in Tipton County just seconds prior. He smiled when the … [Read more...] about A ‘monumental day’ as first COVID-19 vaccinations are administered in Tipton County
Opinion: Controlling the spread of COVID is an important job and everybody plays a part
There was an important job to be done ... You know where this is going, don't you? If you've ever worked in a corporate environment you've probably read the story of "Whose Job Is It, Anyway?" If your organization is anything like The Leader, in the last 15 years someone from your HR department has printed this out and taped it to the wall in the high traffic area (the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Controlling the spread of COVID is an important job and everybody plays a part
Gov. Bill Lee urges Tennesseans to confront ‘sobering reality’ and wear masks
Today the Pfizer vaccine was distributed to hospital around Tennessee and Gov. Bill Lee spoke at both Vanderbilt Hospital and the Regional One Medical Center in Memphis. What was supposed to be a celebratory speech for the vaccines’ arrival turned into a speech where Lee repeatedly referred to the case increases, the more than 5,000 deaths, and Tennessee’s ranking as the … [Read more...] about Gov. Bill Lee urges Tennesseans to confront ‘sobering reality’ and wear masks
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine begins arriving in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health today announced the state has received its first shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine ahead of statewide shipment on Thursday. The state obtained an early shipment of 975 doses to hold as an emergency backup supply should any receiving hospital’s supply be damaged. With the Emergency Use Authorization issued by the U.S. Food and … [Read more...] about The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine begins arriving in Tennessee
Dickens Christmas will take place on the square this weekend
This weekend, the annual Dickens Christmas event returns to Covington's court square. Organized by the Covington Downtown Merchants Association, the event is based on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” and will feature characters from the beloved story milling about with the guests. It will take place from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Saturday and 1-5 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Dickens Christmas will take place on the square this weekend
