Tipton County Carl Perkins Center

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

⚡️A HUGE SHOUTOUT to our Covington Chargers Agriculture Class! 💜💛

We are so grateful to these amazing students for taking time this morning to load up more than 500 flags that will be retired and replaced as part of our Annual Field of Flags project! 🇺🇸

Throughout the month of November, these flags will be proudly displayed at locations across Tipton County as we honor the men and women who have served—and continue to serve—our communities and our country.

❤️ Join us in promoting patriotism! Purchase a flag in honor or memory of someone who has made a difference through their service. Each flag represents the life of a hero.

Let’s come together and PAINT TIPTON COUNTY RED, WHITE & BLUE! 🇺🇸❤️💙

Thank you, Covington Chargers, for helping us make this year’s Field of Flags possible! Your hard work and community spirit mean so much to us! 🙌🇺🇸

09/02/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE 🇺🇸

On Friday, September 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM, representatives from all over Tipton County will gather at the East Side of Historic Covington Square to remember, honor, and unite as we commemorate the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.

Join us as we honor the lives lost, remember the heroes who answered the call, and reaffirm our commitment to unity, resilience, and freedom.

🇺🇸 REMEMBER. HONOR. UNITE. 🇺🇸

📍 East Side of Historic Covington Square
📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM

Never Forget. Honor Always.

09/02/2026

💙 Thank You, TRA Seniors! 💙

We are so thankful for our amazing TRA Seniors who came out today and helped us organize our food pantry! 🥫📦

It’s the little acts of kindness like this that make such a BIG difference. Your willingness to serve helps us continue providing vital services and support to the children and families in our community. ❤️

Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and servant hearts with the Tipton County Carl Perkins Center! We are so grateful for each of you! 💙

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

🍂 Fall may officially begin on September 22, but we’re already over this heat wave and ready for cooler weather and Friday night lights! 🏈

09/01/2026

🇺🇸 ANNUAL FIELD OF FLAGS 🇺🇸

Our Annual Field of Flags will be on display November 1–November 30 at various locations throughout Tipton County! 🇺🇸

This special project is a wonderful way to promote patriotism, honor those who have served, and support our efforts to prevent child abuse in our community. ❤️💙

🎖️ Flag sales begin TODAY!
📅 Order deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026
🇺🇸 Cost: $30 per flag

Flags may be purchased in honor or memory of a veteran, active-duty service member, law enforcement officer, first responder, personal hero, or loved one.

📧 Email completed order forms to:
[email protected]

📬 Mail checks to:
Carl Perkins Center
707 S. Main St.
Covington, TN 38019

☎️ Questions? Please call the Center at 901-476-1515.

Help us fill Tipton County with flags and show our community that patriotism and prevention go hand in hand! 🇺🇸❤️

08/30/2026

A huge THANK YOU to MHS DECA for taking up donations during Friday night’s M&M Football Bowl! 🏈💙

This is just another wonderful example of how our community partners come together to support the vital work we do to prevent child abuse and protect the children in our community.

We are incredibly grateful for your generosity, servant hearts, and commitment to making a difference. Thank you for standing with the Carl Perkins Center! 💙

08/28/2026

💙 Thank You, Gateway Baptist Church Youth Ministry! 💙

We are so thankful to the Gateway Baptist Church Youth Ministry Class for their generous donation to our food pantry! Your kindness and willingness to serve others make a meaningful difference for the families we have the privilege of serving in our community.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping us meet the needs of children and families in Tipton County! 🫶🏼💙