In addition to the upcoming presidential election, there will be a lot of local faces on the ballot for mayor and aldermen. In Tipton County, every municipal mayor is part-time except for the City of Covington. The mayor is the chief executive officer of their city or town and is responsible for the city's financial decisions and everyday activities. Most municipalities have … [Read more...] about Election 2020: Here’s who’s running for mayor and alderman in Tipton County
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TCSO investigating triple shooting in Mason
MASON – The Tipton County Sheriff's Office is investigating a triple shooting that took place in the Richland Hills subdivision Saturday night. Detectives believe multiple people were shooting and, in addition to the three victims, multiple homes and vehicles on Harmony Drive were also shot. One of the three victims was transported to Baptist-Tipton and remains hospitalized … [Read more...] about TCSO investigating triple shooting in Mason
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
The Town of Mason ordered a curfew – a week ago – to keep its residents safer
On Monday, call-outs were made to Mason residents notifying them they were under a town-mandated curfew. The move is the most aggressive response to the COVID-19 threat in the area, but it was also relatively unannounced. The curfew was included in Section 3(f) of the mayor's March 24 order declaring a state of emergency. Tennessee Code 38-9-103 allows a mayor to order a … [Read more...] about The Town of Mason ordered a curfew – a week ago – to keep its residents safer
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
Black History Month: Mason’s John W. Boyd went from slavery to the statehouse
Since 1976, the month of February has been celebrated as Black History Month – an opportunity to dedicate an entire month to celebrating and educating Americans across the country and the world on the achievements and amazing accomplishments of Americans of African descent. This year, we will celebrate Tipton Countians and their remarkable stories of perseverance and … [Read more...] about Black History Month: Mason’s John W. Boyd went from slavery to the statehouse
A look back: Political moves and missteps in the 2010s
As we begin a new decade we wanted to have a look back at the things that made news – good, bad and inspiring – from 2010-19. It was a decade with unspeakable tragedy, politicians behaving badly, extreme weather and small towns rallying around their own in a way others cannot. This is part two of our series and it covers local politics. The other parts in this series cover the … [Read more...] about A look back: Political moves and missteps in the 2010s
