Our Tipton Is Back (and There's a Lot Going On)
After a quiet stretch since December 2025, Our Tipton is back covering local news across Tipton County, Tennessee, from the county commission to your town board.
Local News in Tipton County, Tennessee
Local News in Tipton County, Tennessee news and community updates from Tipton County, Tennessee.
Mason Under Boil-Water Alert as State Comptroller Presses Town on Budget, Water Fund
The Town of Mason issued a boil-water alert Oct. 27 after outages and low water pressure. Earlier this month, state Comptroller staff told the town board to balance its budget and repay money borrowed from its water and sewer funds.
Four Charged in Tipton County Copper Wire Thefts That Disrupted Phone Service
The Tipton County Sheriff's Office says four people from Somerville and Braden are charged in a series of copper wire thefts at Ritter Communications and Southwest Electric sites that caused more than $100,000 in damage.
Munford Lands $350,000 State Grant for Downtown Lights, Sound and Storefronts
The state awarded Munford a $350,000 Downtown Improvement Grant, tied for the largest of 14 grants statewide. The money will go toward a downtown sound system, string lighting, a Church Street gathering space and storefront facade upgrades.
Covington Board Weighs $10 Million USDA Loan for Emergency Services Facility
Covington's Board of Mayor and Aldermen had a resolution on its Oct. 27 agenda to apply for a USDA Rural Development loan of up to $10 million for a new Emergency Services Facility. The agenda also included a final vote on a fee ordinance that would add automatic yearly utility rate adjustments.
