Overton Applies For Grant To Repair Courthouse Exterior
Overton County has applied for an estimated $500,000 grant in hopes of uplifting the exterior of the historic courthouse on the square. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President Zach Stephens said Upland Design Group performed an architectural assessment on the building. Stephens said the assessment revealed several issues with the exterior of the courthouse. “We’ve […]
Overton Pursuing Building Improvements To County Courthouse
Overton County Commissioners approved a resolution to acquire a cost estimate for building improvements to the county’s courthouse. The Overton County Courthouse was built in 1868 and is the eighth-oldest courthouse in the state. Resident and Contractor Kelly Coleman said while working on downtown improvements, he has noticed the poor condition of the building. “I’m […]
Overton Getting New Audio Gear For ADA Compliance
Overton County getting new equipment to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act during public county meetings.
Citizens Pack Courthouse Against Tax Increase
Citizens packed the Overton County Courthouse in strong opposition against a potential property tax increase during a public hearing Monday. More than a dozen citizens shared their concerns about the impact of a property tax and the reasoning behind the decision to try and implement it. Multiple citizens criticized the sheriff’s department, saying that local […]
Overton Exploring Bulletproof Glass At Courthouse, Jail
Overton County will receive money to upgrade security at two county court facilities. “They’re looking at bulletproof glass for the court clerk and then also the Chancery Court,” County Executive Steven Barlow said. “So we had met with several judges and of course the Circuit Court Clerk was there and the Sheriff and everything and […]
Livingston American Legion Hosting Flag Retirements On 9/11
The Livingston American Legion Post 4 & Auxiliary Unit 4 will host a flag retirement this Sunday in honor of 9/11. Post Commander Norm Osburn said they will be stationed at the Overton County Courthouse to properly burn tattered flags. “9/11 it is a good time for us to do it,” Osburn said. “It is […]
Livingston Veterans And Residents Celebrate Flag Day At Courthouse
Livingston’s American Legion Post 4 and Auxiliary Unit 4 gathered at the Overton County Courthouse Tuesday night in celebration of Flag Day. Auxiliary Secretary Treasurer Romanna Schnitcke said the day was meant to show the community how to properly handle, present and retire a flag. “We had a flag that was flown in Afghanistan at […]
