UC Family Justice Center Celebrates 5 Years In Overton
The Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center celebrating five years of providing specialized support services to survivors of domestic violence in Overton County. Site Coordinator Brittany Shaw said the organization operates as a one-stop shop where domestic violence and sexual and elder abuse victims can access order of protection assistance and referrals to community partners. Shaw […]
Chamber’s Stephens Selected For Fellowship Work, Research
Livingston Overton County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Zach Stephens has been selected as a founding fellow for the Porter Development Initiative. Stephens said the program helps economic development professionals and elected leaders understand the drivers of regional prosperity and competitiveness. Stephens said the initiative utilizes case studies to examine effective strategies and development […]
Overton Man Jailed For Online Child Exploitation Charges
An Overton County man faces multiple felony charges after a joint investigation revealed he allegedly solicited child sexual abuse material from minors across the country in exchange for money. The TBI said 22-year-old Tristan Hicks of Overton County arrested following a coordinated effort between the TBI Internet Crimes Against Children Unit and the Fairfax County, […]
Rickman School Addition Continues Into School Year
Construction to extend at Rickman Elementary School beyond the start of the new school year as work continues on the school’s addition. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the school will use temporary measures to keep the construction zone separated from students while allowing normal operations to resume. “I think they’re concerned because the inside […]
Stalled Livingston Directional Signage Now In Production
Livingston moving forward with a stalled project to install directional signs throughout the downtown area and across the county. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Zach Stephens said the city received grant funding for the project from the Department of Tourist Development a couple of years ago. Stephens said the project had been stalled for some […]
UC Election Administrators Forecast Robust Early Turnout
Election administrators across the Upper Cumberland are preparing for a significant wave of voters as early voting begins for the upcoming August election. Overton County Administrator of Elections Craig Story said the presence of numerous county offices and state primaries on the ballot should drive local residents to the polls. Story said he anticipates a […]
Overton Recoups Six Figures In Winter Disaster Funding
Overton County set to receive more than $100,000 in federal reimbursement funds to cover infrastructure damages and emergency costs incurred during February’s winter weather. Overton County EMA Director Chris Masiongale said FEMA will reimburse local departments for repairs and services. Masiongale said the funding will be distributed back to the highway department and local water […]
Tik Tok ‘Door Kick’ Challenge Shows Up In Overton County
The latest in a social media-fueled “door kick” challenge where young adults attempt to bust into neighborhood homes has made its way to Overton County. Sheriff John Garrett said the trend involves individuals, typically teenagers, recording themselves kicking on residential doors in the middle of the night to capture the homeowner’s reaction for social media. […]
Upper Cumberland TCAP Test Scores Trending Upward
State TCAP numbers released Monday show an average of 39.1 percent of Upper Cumberland students showing proficiency in English/Language ELA and 37.6 showing proficiency in math across all grades. Proficiency rate includes those who met or exceeded expectations this year. These numbers rose in both areas across the region. White County stood out with the […]
$300K State Grant Modernizes Overton Emergency Fleet
Overton County modernizing its emergency fleet through a $305,400 state grant, funding the purchase of a new ambulance and specialized loading equipment. Overton County Ambulance Services Director Chris Masiongale said the funding originates from a federal grant being distributed by the state to some 88 counties. Masiongale said the grant is specifically designated for the […]
