The days leading up to his last as mayor were bittersweet, Justin Hanson said. “The best way I can put it is like it’s you’re a high school senior or college senior and you know graduation is right around the corner. It’s a weird feeling, but it’s good.” Hanson’s been in the public eye since he graduated from college two decades ago. He first worked for WKBL in Covington, … [Read more...] about Hanson calls leaving mayor’s office ‘bittersweet’
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Good news: Covington’s South College (and a few others streets) set to be repaved soon
The much-needed, and much-requested, action will soon be happening in Covington as the city begins paving South College Street. The $1.2-million paving project, which will be the largest in the city’s history, will also include Bert Johnston Avenue and Mark Walker Jr. Drive and several residential streets. The three roads are home to all four of Covington’s schools and the hope … [Read more...] about Good news: Covington’s South College (and a few others streets) set to be repaved soon
Tipton County will likely see $1.87M in local government grants
This summer Tipton County is set to receive $1.87 million in local government grants from the state for one-time, local expenses for the 2021 fiscal year. “Capital maintenance, public safety and road projects don’t pause for disasters like the March tornadoes and the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Gov. Lee. “This grant fund will ease the burden on local governments as they work to … [Read more...] about Tipton County will likely see $1.87M in local government grants
