Overton EMS Hosts 16th Annual Celebration Saturday
Overton County EMS will host its 16th annual fireworks show at the Overton County Fairgrounds Saturday to provide a day of celebration and appreciation for the community. Overton County Fair Vice President Rithia Winningham said the long-standing tradition serves as a way for residents to connect with local EMS. “It’s just a great event,” Winningham […]
Overton Rebidding Fairground Pavilion And Restrooms
Overton County preparing to rebid the project to construct a new pavilion and restrooms at the county fairgrounds later this month. Overton County Executive Steven Barlow said the County Commission rejected previous bids after they came in significantly higher than expected. Barlow said he is hopeful a bid will be awarded this time around. “We […]
Overton Replacing Damaged Grandstand Roof At Fairgrounds
Overton County is awaiting bids to replace the roof on top of the grandstands at the county fairgrounds. Overton County Fair President Ronnie Smith said the roof had an estimated $200,000 in damage back in the spring due to a storm. Smith said the storm ripped off the top of the roof on about half […]
Overton’s Annual 4th Grade Farm Safety Day Friday
Overton County’s annual farm safety day for the school district’s fourth graders takes place Friday at the county fairgrounds. District Conservationist Robert Halfacre said the goal of the event is to teach children how to be safe in various situations found on a farm. Halfacre said it is important to advocate for farm safety because […]
Overton Fairground Project To Include Renovated Bathrooms, Pavilion
Overton County has received more than $545,000 in CDBG grant money to put toward revitalizing the Fairgrounds. County Executive Steven Barlow said there are three big projects on top of the list to get done. He said paving the handicap parking, renovating bathrooms and adding a covered pavilion to the grounds are the priority. He […]
Overton Fair Offering Something For All Ages Starting Thursday
The Overton County Fair returns on Thursday with expectations to be bigger and better than ever. Fair Board Treasurer Donita Wilson said there will be something for everyone over the 11 days. Wilson said the people of Overton County makes the fair so special. “We have a tremendous community support and volunteers,” Wilson said. “They […]
11th Annual Overton County EMS Fireworks Show Returns
The 11th annual Overton County EMS Fireworks Show is returning to the Overton County Fairgrounds on Saturday. EMT Roy Gore said this started as an employee event in 2010 and has grown into something for the whole community. Gore said the event is back and better than ever for the people EMS is dedicated to […]
8,000 Eggs, Cash Prizes To Hunt In Overton County
8,000 Easter eggs will be scattered across the Overton County Fairgrounds on April 3. The Fairgrounds Volunteer Fire Department has partnered with the Fair Association to bring this first time event together. Fire Chief Travis Murphy said creating these events for kids are important for the department’s future. “If we don’t get involved with kids […]
