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 Changing Subdivision Road Surfacing Requirements
The Overton County Regional Planning Commission has approved changing the road surfacing requirements in the county’s subdivision regulations. The change will require developers to construct new roads out of asphalt or concrete. The county would no longer allow a tar and chip surface. Staff Planner Tommy Lee said asphalt or concrete surfacing holds up better […]
Livingston Storybook Trail Open, Combines Literacy & Exercise
Kids can now enjoy a new way of reading and learning as Overton County has completed a new storybook trail at Livingston City Park. Library Director Judith Cutright said the storybook trail is part of the Governor’s Literacy Program. It gives parents the chance to walk along with their children and read several boards that […]
Overton Schools Need Teachers For After School Programs
Overton County Schools need teachers to help with the after-school programs at several different schools throughout the county. Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the school system has dealt with the issue for the last few years. Dillon said with the state raising teacher salaries, the financial incentive to teach after school has […]
Overton Working To Reopen Senior Center Amid Renovations
Overton County still working to reopen the Senior Center, closed since the former director retired several weeks ago. The county initially closed the senior center while searching for a new director, but has since extended the closure as the senior center is under renovation. Overton County Executive Steven Barlow said a reopening date has not […]
Overton Senior Center Aiming For New Direction, Reopening
New Overton County Senior Center Director Michael Deaver said she wants to give the Senior Center a new direction. Deaver said the Senior Center will be a place that offers community resources to help individuals maintain independence and wellness. Deaver said part of her goals are offering meals, health promotion classes, and helping senior citizens […]
Overton Schools Add Two School Makeup Days
The Overton County School Board has added two additional makeup days to this year’s calendar as the school system has run out of weather days and virtual days. The dates for the makeup days are April 21 and May 22. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the makeup days would only be used should the […]
