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
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As confirmed cases grow, Covington and other cities declare a state of emergency
Covington Mayor Justin Hanson announced Monday afternoon he was issuing a formal declaration for a state of emergency. The mayors of Tipton County's other incorporated cities – Atoka, Brighton, Burlison, Drummonds, Garland, Gilt Edge, Munford and Mason – are expected to follow suit with the same declaration. "This is an effort to help mitigate COVID-19 in our cities," Hanson … [Read more...] about As confirmed cases grow, Covington and other cities declare a state of emergency
Need to pay your bills or conduct other government-related business? Here’s how you can do that
As the county moves into its second week of widespread closures, many local government offices and utilities have closed their buildings to the public and changed procedures for handling business. Here are the latest on closures, cancellations and changes in procedures as reported to The Leader: Atoka The lobby at town hall is closed to the public and town leaders are asking … [Read more...] about Need to pay your bills or conduct other government-related business? Here’s how you can do that
Brighton receives $244,873 grant for drainage improvements
Friday morning it was announced Brighton was the recipient of a $244,873 community development block grant for drainage improvements. CDBG funds assist communities with infrastructure improvements, housing rehabilitations and health and safety initiatives, said Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe. "We're very thankful we got it and we won't … [Read more...] about Brighton receives $244,873 grant for drainage improvements
