If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Tipton County will not disappoint. Saturday is an especially busy day. Here’s what’s planned: Atoka Farmer’s Market Pop-Up, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., open lot across from town hall Household Hazardous Waste Collection, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brighton High School; dispose of your leftover chemicals, lawn and garden products, and … [Read more...] about Tipton County prepares for a busy weekend with a lot of events
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Covington’s Chocolate Tour is set for Saturday – here’s what you need to know
Saturday the Chocolate Tour returns to downtown Covington. Here’s what you need to know about the county’s sweetest event. The Chocolate Tour has become a tradition The 11th annual event will take place on Feb. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the square. The tour is hosted by the Covington Economic Development Corp.We’re expecting temperatures in the mid 40s and after being … [Read more...] about Covington’s Chocolate Tour is set for Saturday – here’s what you need to know
‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
This weekend, the Performing Arts Center at Tipton Rosemark Academy will be transformed into a wondrous chocolate factory as the Middle School Theatre Department performs “Willy Wonka Jr.” Based on the story by Roald Dahl, “Willy Wonka Jr.” follows the eccentric candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. … [Read more...] about ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
Food truck festivals and memorial ceremonies: Here are 10 things to do in Tipton County in May 2022
The weather is heating up and the events calendar is starting to fill. Here are 10 things to do in Tipton County this month, from fishing and food trucks to events honoring the fallen officers and veterans. Fish for prizes at Glenn Springs The 27th Annual Children’s Fishing Derby at Glenn Springs Lake in Drummonds happens this Saturday, May 7, from 9-11 a.m. The free event is … [Read more...] about Food truck festivals and memorial ceremonies: Here are 10 things to do in Tipton County in May 2022
A 9/11 memorial event will be held in Atoka Saturday morning
On Saturday, Sept. 11 the Town of Atoka will host a 9/11 memorial to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the terror attacks on the U.S. On that day, four separate terror attacks by militant group al-Qaeda took place with two planes crashing into the World Trade Center, one into the Pentagon, and a fourth into a field in Pennsylvania after missing what many believe was its … [Read more...] about A 9/11 memorial event will be held in Atoka Saturday morning
Juneteenth event planned Saturday in Frazier Park
On Saturday the county’s second-ever known celebration of Juneteenth, the day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States, will be held in Covington. Though it is a big event in many Texas towns, Juneteenth isn’t as widely celebrated in other areas of the United States. “The purpose is to understand the history of Juneteenth and how the people in … [Read more...] about Juneteenth event planned Saturday in Frazier Park
Covington, Atoka planning to host spring festivals
Though the pandemic may change their plans, both Covington and Atoka are planning to host their annual BBQ festivals this spring. Last year both were cancelled, as were many events around the country, but plans are already in progress in case conditions will be favorable this year. In January, Atoka Parks and Recreation Director Dorothy Isbell announced the town would be making … [Read more...] about Covington, Atoka planning to host spring festivals
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
