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Covington’s Bella Crook signs softball scholarship with Southwest

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Bella Crook was a big reason why the Covington Lady Chargers softball team made the state tournament last year. Her accomplishments were noticed by Southwest Tennessee Community College softball coach Keith Gentry, and that led to her signing on Tuesday.   “I’ve heard nothing but good things about her,” Gentry said. “An opposing coach said a bunch of good things about … [Read more...] about Covington’s Bella Crook signs softball scholarship with Southwest

Former Covington, Munford basketball coach Tim Halford inducted into BCAT Hall of Fame

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A man known in these parts for serving as the head boys’ basketball coach at Covington and Munford high schools received a big honor last week. Tim Halford, who coached at Covington from 1995 to 2004 and Munford from 2007 to 2011, has been inducted into the Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee Hall of Fame. “Not at all,” Halford said when asked if making the hall … [Read more...] about Former Covington, Munford basketball coach Tim Halford inducted into BCAT Hall of Fame

Covington High School hosting popular cross country meet on Thursday

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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