Gainesboro Observing Halloween On October 30
Gainesboro set Saturday as the night the city will observe Halloween this year since the holiday falls on a Sunday. Alderman Wayne Strong said it would be best to give families the chance to fully enjoy the night. “I mean really, with the smaller kids that have to go to school the next morning,” Strong […]
Take Fast Action When You Hear Your Smoke Detector
This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is to learn the sounds of fire safety and the meaning behind what you’re hearing. East 52 Volunteer Fire Department Chief James King said smoke and carbon monoxide detectors will tell you two things: It’s time to change the batteries or to get out of the house immediately. King […]
Overton BOE Makes Cuts On LA Stadium Project
The Overton County School Board has made some cuts to the Livingston Academy stadium renovations to meet its budget. The school board approved $4.3 million for the project some two years ago. Chairman Mike Hayes said construction costs have inflated since then making the original plan almost double the cost. “The budget came in on […]
