Overton Fair Opens Thursday, Takes Year Of Resident Work
The Overton County Fair kicks off its 86th year Thursday night with a few new twists. Fair Secretary Bob Matthews said this year, the cornbread and bean supper will be back for the first time in a few years. Matthews said the Miss Sunshine event will also include a Mr. Sunshine. Matthews said one big […]
Overton School Board Holds Director Of Schools Interviews
Three candidates for Overton County’s Director of Schools position discussed their plans for improving school safety and retaining staff during Tuesday night’s interviews with the School Board. Overton County Interim Director of Schools and Curriculum Director Kim Dillon has been with the system for over 20 years. Dillon said she brings a team-player leadership style. […]
Parrott Retires, Senior Center Closed As Search Begins
Overton County has begun the search for a new senior center director as former director Betty Parrott has retired. Overton County Executive Steven Barlow said Parrott served as the senior center director for 44 years. Barlow said Parrott will be tough to replace. “You know, that’s been her career,” Barlow said. “And everybody loved her […]
Overton Chamber Applies For Entrepreneurship Grant
The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce has applied for a Three-Star Grant to boost entrepreneurship and workforce development. Chamber President and CEO Zach Stephens said the grant is worth up to $250,000. Stephens said in the past, entrepreneurship has not been a high priority for the Chamber. He said the need for growth in that […]
Barlow: Salary Increases Important To Retain First Responders
A three percent employee pay raise highlights Overton County’s new budget, a key to retaining employees in the Sheriff’s and Fire Departments and EMS. That’s according to County Executive Steven Barlow. Barlow said employees were not paid enough in years past, causing some to leave for better paying jobs elsewhere. Barlow said this was especially […]
Livingston Airport Negotiating Lone Terminal Rehab Bid
The lone bid for terminal rehab at the Livingston Municipal Airport came in higher than expected. Airport Board Chairman Jason Duke said the FAA and T-DOT must review the bid to ensure the needed work can be done for a reasonable price. Duke said airport projects typically receive a 95 percent government match, most of […]
Overton School Board: Experience Wanted In Next Director
Members of the Overton County School Board want the next director of schools to have experience and a heart for students. School Board Member Ricky Dodson said he would like the next director to have at least three years of administrative experience. Dodson also said it’s important that the next director has a heart for […]
Overton Schools Hosting Summer CTE Camp For 6th-9th Graders
Overton County rising sixth through ninth grade students can familiarize themselves with future job opportunities at the upcoming Career and Technical Education (CTE) Camp. Overton County Middle School Career Coach Emily Hammock said attendees can explore different career paths hands on. Hammock said campers will also be able to tour local businesses in various fields […]
Clay, Pickett Labeled Distressed Counties By Commission
Clay and Pickett Counties have been named distressed counties by the Appalachian Regional Commission. The Commission publishes the report annually comparing three-year average unemployment rates, per capita market income and a county’s poverty rate. No Upper Cumberland county rated distressed a year ago. A total of six Upper Cumberland counties ranked at-risk, meaning they could […]
Livingston’s First Budget Includes 5-Cent Tax Increase
A five cent property tax increase part of Livingston’s first reading of the new fiscal year budget. Finance Officer Joel Parks presented the budget. Parks said the general fund for the new budget is expected to increase to some $3.8 million, with expenses over by some $373,000. “When it’s all said and done, there might […]
