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Two weeks, two perfect scores, and a pair of dented-can violations: Tipton County Health Inspections, Aug. 2-15, 2026
The Tennessee Department of Health inspected 15 food service establishments in Tipton County over the two weeks spanning Aug. 2 through Aug. 15, 2026 — seven in the first week […]
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Gwin Stitt chosen to fill vacant District 7 school board seat
Gwin Stitt was chosen to fill the District 7 school board vacancy at Monday night’s meeting of the Tipton County Commission. Richard Gray, who was elected to the position in […]
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Tipton Countians filed 41 new business licenses in July 2026
Tipton County recorded 41 new business licenses in July 2026, according to filings with the Tipton County Clerk’s Office and the City of Covington. Thirty-six businesses registered directly with the […]
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Tipton County Construction Update: Lane Closures on SR-3, SR-179 & SR-14
Three active TDOT projects are affecting lanes and shoulders on Highway 51 (SR-3), Charleston-Mason Road (SR-179), and the Hwy. 14 (SR-14)/Kerrville-Rosemark corridor. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s happening, where, […]
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On the Agenda: Local government meetings, Aug. 17-21, 2026
Tipton County’s Legislative Body is scheduled to fill a vacant seat on the county school board, re-appoint the county’s public works director to another four-year term, and consider transferring three […]
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Atoka man arrested after threats, disturbance at elementary school
Atoka police arrested Richard Bradley after threats and disruptive behavior involving Atoka Elementary School. Police say there’s no ongoing threat to the school or community.
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Munford police arrest 16-year-old in school bomb threat
Munford police say the bomb threat that locked down Munford High School Thursday was a false swatting call. Students and staff have returned to the building.
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Covington mayoral candidate Chad Smith to host campaign event
Covington mayoral candidate Chad Smith greeted voters Monday morning with a pop-up campaign stop and will follow it with a meet and greet Tuesday evening. Smith’s campaign handed out biscuits […]
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Field takes shape for Tipton County’s municipal elections
Candidates have pulled qualifying petitions for the November municipal elections across Tipton County, setting up contested races for mayor and council seats in Covington, Munford, Atoka, Mason, Gilt Edge and […]
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Tipton To-Do List: Aug. 7-10, 2026
It’s a packed week around Tipton County — here’s everything worth putting on your calendar. Friday, Aug. 7 kicks off in the Depot District, where the Main Street Food, Family […]