The Tipton County E-911 director is under investigation after allegations were made she’d not only discouraged employees from getting vaccinated against COVID but threatened “pushback” if they did. On Sept. 20 the board voted to investigate the claims after county executive Jeff Huffman voiced concerns about the alleged statements. “It’s my understanding, and I’ve talked to … [Read more...] about E-911 director encourages investigation after allegations she discouraged dispatchers from getting vaccinated
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Active COVID-19 cases are at a 13-month low in Tipton County
COVID cases for the month of May 2021 were the lowest they’ve been in more than a year. According to the statistics provided by the Tennessee Department of Health, there were only 162 cases of COVID diagnosed last month. There were 179 cases reported in April 2021. From May 1-31 active cases fell from 79 to 35. There were 29 active cases going into June. The last time active … [Read more...] about Active COVID-19 cases are at a 13-month low in Tipton County
DSCC to offer Moderna vaccine on Saturdays at Covington campus
Due to a pause in the distribution of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, the Dyersburg State Community College – Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County will provide the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in its place. First and second doses will be available to anyone 18 years and older every Saturday through the end of June from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Drop-ins are welcome; however, … [Read more...] about DSCC to offer Moderna vaccine on Saturdays at Covington campus
Tennessee opens new COVID vaccination phase, appointment method
Monday the state opened a new phase of vaccination, allowing those aged 65 and older to sign up. The state also opened up vaccinations for teachers all over Tennessee, however Tipton County has been vaccinating its teachers since the new year. Tipton County has 7.7 percent of residents who’ve received the first dose of the vaccine and 3.29 percent who are fully … [Read more...] about Tennessee opens new COVID vaccination phase, appointment method
Schools, local government offices announce Tuesday snow closures
By 1 p.m. Monday, Tipton County had already seen nearly five inches of snow and it is expected to continue snowing through the late afternoon hours, bringing several more inches of snow. There's also a layer of ice below it, making travel potentially treacherous. The snowfall for Memphis is considered historic, but 14 inches of snow fell in Tipton County on March 1, 2009. … [Read more...] about Schools, local government offices announce Tuesday snow closures
