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 […]
Read MoreGeneral 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. […]
Read MoreGood News in Tipton County: Covington FFA is the best in the west
I’ve spent decades reporting the news and one of the chief complaints is that news organizations spend a lot of time talking about the bad news. We’re here to change […]
Read MoreThis Week in Local Government: May 4-8, 2026
The biggest decision facing Tipton County residents this week comes Wednesday night, when Mason’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen holds a public hearing and a final vote on an ordinance […]
Read MoreCommissioners to host severe weather awareness meeting
Tipton County residents are invited to a community awareness meeting Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at Atoka City Hall, 334 Atoka Munford Ave. The event, hosted by District 9 […]
Read MoreMason adopts new form of government, appoints interim town administrator
After nearly two hours of public debate, sharp accusations and at least one moment of raw personal reflection, the Mason Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Monday night to rewrite […]
Read MoreNeed 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 […]
Read MoreThis 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 […]
Read MoreMason 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 […]
Read MoreCHS 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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