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Covington High School hosting popular cross country meet on Thursday

By Jeff Ireland on September 18, 2023

The anticipation is building as the Covington High School cross country teams prepare to host their 6th annual meet on Thursday, Sept. 21. "The event promises to be a spectacular showcase of athletic talent, sportsmanship and community spirit," said Covington coach Sharman Coley. Over the years, this event has witnessed remarkable growth, drawing teams from various schools, … [Read more...] about Covington High School hosting popular cross country meet on Thursday

First Charger Alumni Music Fest to take place in Covington Saturday

By Echo Day on June 28, 2023

The first Charger Alumni Music Fest is set to take place Saturday in Cobb Parr Memorial Park. The event, which was postponed from its original date after the March 31 tornadoes, will celebrate Covington High School alumni and musicians. The schedule is: 11:45 a.m. - Tonya Dyson 12 p.m. - Marissa Lashaye' 12:20 p.m. - Monique 12:40 p.m. - Jon-Ay 12:55 p.m. - Colliar … [Read more...] about First Charger Alumni Music Fest to take place in Covington Saturday

Covington baseball splits a doubleheader with Marion; Winfrey sets PR in shot put

By The Leader on May 3, 2023

Covington baseball closed the regular season on Friday night splitting a double header across the river against the Marion (Ark.) Patriots posting a final 15-11 record before the second season begins at at 0-0 in the postseason. In the opener, Chargers took an early 2-0 lead in the 2nd when Benjamin Smith homered following a Brennen Forbess single. The advantage grew to 3-0 in … [Read more...] about Covington baseball splits a doubleheader with Marion; Winfrey sets PR in shot put

Covington Police charge 12-year-old with threatening violence at schools Thursday

By Echo Day on September 23, 2022

The Covington Police Department announced Friday night it had charged a 12-year-old with making threats of mass violence on school property. Chief Donna Turner said the charge was related to recent social media posts threatening violence at Covington High School and Crestview Middle School on Thursday. CPD increased its presence at schools but many parents checked their … [Read more...] about Covington Police charge 12-year-old with threatening violence at schools Thursday

CPD steps up presence at schools, investigates alleged threat

By Echo Day on September 22, 2022

The Covington Police Department is working with Lauderdale County officials and Tipton County Schools to identify who is responsible for the threats circulating on social media. "You will see an increase in officers being present at our schools out of an abundance of caution,” said Covington Police Chief Donna Turner. ”We have not been able to verify any threats at this time. … [Read more...] about CPD steps up presence at schools, investigates alleged threat

Meet Covington High School’s Class of 2022!

By Echo Day on May 24, 2022

Meet Covington's Class of 2022! [metaslider id="10629"] Covington’s class graduated on Monday, May 23. Congratulations, Class of 2022! Our magazine featuring graduates will be published in mid June. … [Read more...] about Meet Covington High School’s Class of 2022!

Covington police, school district investigating student’s suicide attempt at CHS

By Echo Day on April 6, 2022

Covington High School was under a code yellow Wednesday after a student was discovered in need of medical attention following an apparent suicide attempt on campus. The student was discovered at approximately 11:25 a.m., during a lunch period, according to a joint press release from the Covington Police Department and Tipton County Schools district. Emergency procedures were … [Read more...] about Covington police, school district investigating student’s suicide attempt at CHS