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Echo Rose
Echo Rose is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Paper Folds News, an independent digital news organization covering Tipton County, Tennessee. She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists and has been recognized for her work in editorial design and news coverage.
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Need to get rid of hazardous household materials? Now’s the time
Residents can safely dispose of household hazardous materials during a free collection event Saturday, May 2 at Brighton High School. Household hazardous waste includes materials that are corrosive, flammable, toxic […]
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This Week in Local Government: April 27-May 1, 2026
Tipton County, TN — April 27 through May 3, 2026 At a glance Munford BMA opens FY27 budget season Monday night. Mason votes Monday on a charter amendment to create […]
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Mason set to vote Monday on sweeping change to town government
The Town of Mason is set to restructure how it governs itself. At a special called meeting Monday night, Mason’s mayor and board of aldermen will vote on whether to […]
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What to do during severe weather
When severe weather is expected, you need to know how to stay safe. Now is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared. Here’s a quick checklist […]
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CHS to present Wizard of Oz
Covington High School will take the stage next week to present the school’s first theatrical production, The Wizard of Oz. Ericka Perez will star as Dorothy, joined by Kinslee Hamm […]
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Munford, TRA students recognized with Orpheum theatre award nominations
Students and a teacher from Munford High School and Tipton-Rosemark Academy are among this year’s nominees for the 2026 Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards. Munford High School earned two […]
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Beard, Hobbs recognized as scholar athletes
Two Tipton County student-athletes were recognized Monday by the Memphis Chapter of the National Football Foundation as 2026 Scholar Athletes. Ty Beard of Covington High School and Deacon Hobbs of […]
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Boys & Girls Club reports early literacy gains from Reading Success Academy
After just four months of instruction, the Boys & Girls Club of the Hatchie River Region says its new reading program is already showing measurable gains for students across multiple […]
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Tipton To-Do List: April 24-26, 2026
What are your plans for the weekend? This is one of the biggest weekends we’ve seen on the Tipton To-Do List in a while. We’re talking a murder mystery, blacklight mini […]
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Munford Elementary earns national music award
Munford Elementary School announced Wednesday it has been named one of the nation’s best communities for music education, earning a 2026 Best Communities for Music Education Award from the NAMM […]