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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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Local Government This Week: May 18-22, 2026
What’s your local government up to this week? Following is a list of the public meetings that are being held. Monday, May 18 The Tipton County Regional Planning Commission will […]
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‘It’s time to come home’: CWO3 Marcell Frost honored as May Veteran of the Month
The chairs were full before the ceremony even began. Family, old friends, city officials and fellow veterans packed the Tipton County Museum Tuesday night. The mayor of Covington was there. […]
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Honoring Tipton County’s fallen officers
Every May, during National Police Week, Tipton County pauses to remember those who gave their lives in service to this community. Eight law enforcement officers — spanning more than a […]
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Tipton To-Do List: May 15-17, 2026
Before we get to the fun, we want to take a moment to celebrate something big: it’s graduation weekend in Tipton County, and we couldn’t be prouder! (Shout out to […]
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Tipton To-Do List: May 15-17, 2026
Before we get to the fun, we want to take a moment to celebrate something big: it’s graduation weekend in Tipton County, and we couldn’t be prouder! (Shout out to […]
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Covington Main Street earns national accreditation in program’s first year
Covington Main Street has received 2026 National Accreditation from Main Street America, a designation awarded to downtown revitalization programs that meet nationally recognized performance standards. What accreditation means Main Street […]
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Covington resident wins $4M from scratch-off
A Covington resident is $4 million richer after claiming the top prize in the Tennessee Lottery’s instant game $4,000,000 Gigantic Jumbo Bucks. According to the Tennessee Lottery, the winning ticket […]
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Harber announces bid for Atoka mayor
John Harber announced his candidacy for mayor of Atoka on Friday, seeking the seat currently held by Mayor Barry Akin. Harber, who has served two terms as an Atoka alderman […]
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Tipton To-Do List: May 8-10, 2026
Whether you’re treating mom, giving back to your community, or just looking for a good time, there is something on this list for everyone. We’ve got a ways to pamper […]
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General Assembly passes redrawn congressional map — what’s next for Tipton County?
The Tennessee General Assembly passed a new congressional map Thursday. Here’s what it means for Tipton County. The approval process The map passed both chambers and now goes to Gov. […]