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What’s happening this weekend in Tipton County: Jan. 17-19, 2025

By Echo Day on January 17, 2025

It's too cold and there's still snow on the ground, but if you're looking to do something in Tipton County this weekend there are a few indoor activities to keep you warm! Elvis returns to the Ruffin Friday night Legend has it The King once played The Ruffin stage and Friday night he's back -- well, a tribute performer will be -- and he's bringing the music with him! … [Read more...] about What’s happening this weekend in Tipton County: Jan. 17-19, 2025

Munford High School’s ‘Noses Off’ opens tonight at The Ruffin

By The Leader on November 9, 2023

Munford High School is proud to announce its theater department’s production of "Noses Off," which opens tonight at the Historic Ruffin Theater in Covington. Noses Off tells the story of an amateur theater company's whodunit as it hurtles towards opening night -- but the real mystery is whether the cast and crew can get this disaster to curtain call. The cast and crew of this … [Read more...] about Munford High School’s ‘Noses Off’ opens tonight at The Ruffin

Five Things to Do in Tipton County This Weekend: May 21-23, 2021

By Echo Day on May 21, 2021

With the COVID numbers winding down, the public is ready to regain life as it was pre-pandemic. In addition to local high school graduations and sports tournaments, there are several events going on in Tipton County this weekend: Visit the Court Square Farmers Market As mentioned on page A1, the farmers market has reopened for the 2021 season. Located at the corner of N. Main … [Read more...] about Five Things to Do in Tipton County This Weekend: May 21-23, 2021

After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night

By Echo Day on March 4, 2021

Friday night is opening night at the Ruffin as Frozen Jr. begins its run at the historic theater on Covington’s square. The show features a cast of more than two dozen children, from ages 7-18, and will bring Elsa and Anna’s icy journey toward reconciliation to life. It’s the second Ruffin show in a row featuring children in every role. “I think it’s wonderful to have so many … [Read more...] about After being postponed by – of all things – a snowstorm, Frozen Jr. is opening tomorrow night

The Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – here’s what’s planned

By Echo Day on September 25, 2020

The 2020 Heritage Festival will begin Friday with movies at The Historic Ruffin Theater on the square. “The Wizard of Oz” will begin at 6:30 p.m. and “Walk the Line,” a movie with scenes shot in Tipton County, will follow. Tickets are free and concessions will be offered. The Ruffin is planning an encore of the double feature Saturday. The theater is a historical landmark. … [Read more...] about The Heritage Festival kicks off tonight – here’s what’s planned

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

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