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Want high school football to continue? Mask up and socially distance at games

By Jeff Ireland on August 27, 2020

When Dr. John Combs was named Tipton County Director of Schools nearly two years ago, he talked about few things on which he was going to focus. Safety, teacher retention, instructional technology and post-graduation paths were among the things he planned to tackle. Deciding how many people, if any, can attend a high school school football game during a global pandemic? That … [Read more...] about Want high school football to continue? Mask up and socially distance at games

Tipton County Health Department warns of COVID-19 scam

By Echo Day on August 27, 2020

The Tipton County Health Department has been notified of a potential scam in which people are contacted by telephone by someone asking for personal information. The calls appear on caller ID to come from the Tipton County Health Department. The scam involves calls to potential victims from a number that displays as the Tipton County Health Department. The caller asks potential … [Read more...] about Tipton County Health Department warns of COVID-19 scam

Director of schools further limits number of Covington football fans after spectators disregard protocols

By Jeff Ireland on August 25, 2020

Director of Schools Dr. John Combs stood behind the north end zone during Friday night's Covington-Munford football game in Covington, and he did not like what he saw. Because of that, when Covington plays its next home game Sept. 4 against Bolivar, about half as many fans will be allowed in the stadium as there were last Friday. Combs said about 1,000 tickets were sold for … [Read more...] about Director of schools further limits number of Covington football fans after spectators disregard protocols

What to expect when Covington and Munford clash tomorrow in season opener

By Jeff Ireland on August 20, 2020

What: Covington vs. Munford in season opener Where: Covington High School When: Friday at 7:30 p.m. Ticket info: Because of COVID-19 restrictions, only approximately 1,000 tickets will be sold, which is about one-third of the stadium’s capacity. Tickets will not be available at the gate. They are available for $7 at Covington High School until 3 p.m. on Friday. Munford was … [Read more...] about What to expect when Covington and Munford clash tomorrow in season opener

Today’s election day – here’s what you need to know about voting

By Echo Day on August 6, 2020

Thursday is election day in the county general and state and federal primary. 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 opposed by Scott … [Read more...] about Today’s election day – here’s what you need to know about voting

Bonnie Hunter died July 4 from COVID-related cardiac arrest. Her family wants you to wear a mask.

By Echo Day on July 30, 2020

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.

Two local women, including 75-year-old, receive their GEDs

By Jeff Ireland on July 28, 2020

[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

Early voting begins today – here’s what to expect when you head to the polls

By Jeff Ireland on July 17, 2020

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

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