This weekend, the city where Isaac Hayes was born is spending two days making sure no one forgets it. Between a benefit concert Friday night, the unveiling of a new honorary street sign Saturday morning and the return of the annual Isaac Hayes Day festival in Frazier Park that same afternoon, Covington is turning Labor […]
Read MoreTipton 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 county, and five additional businesses appear only on the City of Covington’s municipal license list. Munford again led the county with the number of new […]
Read MoreFrom breakfast plates to dog bakery: How four dachshunds inspired a business
The idea came out of an ordinary Saturday routine. Darcey Taylor’s four dachshunds – Teddy, Chewy, Winnie and Blue – already got their own plate every time she cooked breakfast for herself and her husband, Brad. “I’ve always loved watching baking shows, trying my hand at baking, but I never really did anything with it,” […]
Read MoreTipton County welcomed 21 new businesses in June 2026
Tipton County added 21 new business licenses in June 2026, according to records filed with the Tipton County Clerk’s office. The new filings span trades, personal services, retail and hospitality, and are spread across seven communities in the county, with Munford emerging as the busiest hub for new business activity. New Business Licenses by City […]
Read MoreBuilding Community: Why 797 Distillery became a venue for live music
She comes with a walker, bundled under a blanket if the weather is cool, and settles into one of the comfortable chairs near the stage. She doesn’t drink. Her daughter might have one, but the older woman just sits and listens. “Her daughter told me, ‘I bring her here because when she hears the music, […]
Read MoreCovington Fire Chief Richard Griggs to retire after more than 33 years of service
After more than three decades with the Covington Fire Department, Fire Chief Richard Griggs has announced his retirement. Griggs, who began his career as a volunteer firefighter 33 years and eight months ago, said his final day of service will be July 3. He has served as fire chief for the past seven years, leading […]
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