UT TSU Extension Tipton County

08/26/2026

Upcoming and Ongoing Wellness Programs with Family Consumer Science Agent Katie Dees.

New program starting in October!!
Walk and Weight class will be starting on October 6th, 2026, and will be held every Tuesday at 10 AM.
It will be at the Tipton County Extension Office located at 150 Menefee St, Covington, TN 38019
If you are interested, please call 901-476-0231 to register.

Katie also does Tai Chi for Arthritis two times a week.
Wednesdays at 10 AM at the Tipton County Public Library.
Located at 3149 Highway 51 S, Covington, TN 38019
Fridays at 10 AM at the Quito Community Center.
Located at 4593 Quito-Drummonds Rd, Millington, TN 38053

If you have any questions about either program, please call 901-476-023.

We look forward to seeing you at both classes.

08/25/2026

Tipton County Livestock Judging practice start September 16th! Learn how to evaluate livestock, build confidence, and test your skills.

Dates: September 16, 23, and 30 | October 7, 14, and 21
Time: 5:00-7:00 PM
Location: 150 Menefee St., Covington, TN

All 4th-12th grade youth welcome! Reach out to Hallie Paine at (901) 476-0231 for more details.

08/24/2026

Whether you are already heavily involved in 4-H or looking for ways to jump in and make a bigger impact, 4-H Honor Club is for you! We are all about building community, making a difference, and learning new skills.

Important Details:
🤝Who: Open to all 6th–12th graders
📆When: September 22, October 20, November 17, December 15, January 19, February 23, & March 23
⏰Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍Where: 150 Menefee St., Covington, TN

08/24/2026

Get your photos entered!

We’re looking for high-resolution photos that celebrate our local, landscapes, agriculture, community, and everyday life. Winning photos will be featured in the 2027 Tipton County UT-TSU Extension Calendar.

🗓️ Deadline: October 1, 2026
📍 Requirement: Photos must be taken in West Tennessee. Youth and Adult submissions are welcome.
🔗 Submit here: https://forms.gle/4bmo6WKQhEnc3PE98

For any questions, please contact our office at (901) 476-0231 See less

08/21/2026

There's still plenty of time to join our grill masters team and sharpen your skills before the contest! Our next practice is Thursday, August 27th, from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. Open to all 6th–12th graders.

08/18/2026

WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS! Thank you Tipton County Master Gardeners!

08/12/2026

🎄Bring home the perfect Christmas tree while supporting Tipton County 4-H!

We are excited to partner with Old Brownsville Farms this year for our Christmas Tree Drive! Pre-order a fresh Balsam Fir today, and a portion of every tree purchase will be donated directly to support Tipton County 4-H youth education and development programs.

📅 Pre-Orders Open: August 12 – September 15
📍 Pickup Dates: November 23 or November 30 at the Tipton County Extension Office in Covington

To get more information, view available tree sizes and options, or place your order, visit the link below:
https://www.oldbrownsvillefarms.com/tree-fundraiser

Thank you for investing in our local youth! 🍀✨

Support Tipton County 4-H and youth development by pre-ordering your Christmas Tree through Old Brownsville Farms.

08/12/2026

Today's
Tai Chi for Arthritis Class with Katie Dees is cancelled!