Bear Sightings In Overton Becoming More Common
Multiple bear sightings have been reported in the Alpine area of Overton County over the last few weeks. TWRA Outreach and Communications Coordinator Mime Barnes said that bear sightings in the Upper Cumberland have become more common as bear populations grow and their ranges increase. She said that bears have come to find the region […]
Overton EMS Receives Grant To Purchase CPR Devices
Overton County EMS has received a new $71,000 federal grant. Ambulance Services Director Jim Morgan said that the ARP funding will allow the department to purchase new LUCAS chest compression devices. “They kind of help the crews perform CPR in the back of the ambulances,” Morgan said. “So you can actually do it with the […]
Budgeting For Holiday Shopping Can Prevent Future Financial Headache
The first step to holiday shopping is creating a solid budget. That’s according to Overton Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Christina Swallows. She said that sticking with a budget can help keep your finances in line as you move into the new year. “This is the amount that you have predetermined that I can spend […]
Fentress Elementary School Suffers Wind Damage, Multiple Counties Report Downed Trees
Fentress County Schools dismissed Pine Haven Elementary students early this morning following wind damage to facilities. EMA Director James Bilbrey said three HVAC units on the roof of the school were displaced from wind. A portable classroom behind the school also suffered wind damage. Bilbrey said Billy Ridge Road had some downed trees across the […]
Sheriff Says Rickman Intersection Sees Decrease In Fatalities Following Change
A dangerous intersection on Highway 111 in Rickman has seen drastic improvements since changing its traffic pattern. Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said that the intersection had gone from a basic, straight-across intersection to what’s known as a J-turn. He said that there are only a few J-turn intersections in the state. “A lot of […]
Overton Election Commission Approves Voting Precinct Boundaries
Overton County has finalized its voting precinct lines. Administrator of Elections Craig Story said that with redistricting finalized, fewer than 1,000 residents were moved. He said that at this week’s election commission meeting, actual voters got shifted. “Rickman had grown faster than any other part of the county and so some voters had to be […]
Van Buren Seeing Additional Impassable Roads, Heavy Rains In Overton, White
Cumberland County EMA has emergency crews dispatched to clear trees and down power lines on Lawson Road. Trees are also reportedly down on Tabor Loop. EMA Director Travis Cole is asking residents to stay out of the area and let the responders work. He said cars are piling up from people trying to see damage […]
Overton Searching For Grant Funding To Aid In Archival Work
Overton County is looking to use up to $15,000 in grants and American Rescue Plan funding for county archival work. County Executive Ben Danner said that the money is important funding in preserving the history of Overton County. “So we’ve got records,” Danner said. “We’ve got Andrew Jackson’s signature on things, we’ve got a whole […]
Overton Looking To Maximize Life Of Old Annex Building Through Sale
Overton County wants to maximize the use of its annex building through its auction. County Executive Ben Danner said that many Overton residents have a special connection to the building from its previous use as a hospital. For that reason, Danner said the County wants to ensure it’s put to good use. “The building will […]
Hazardous Household Waste Drop-Off At Overton Fairgrounds Saturday
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will provide a mobile hazardous waste collection service at the Overton County Fairgrounds on Saturday. Solid Waste Director Gary Smith said collection service will take anything from household cleaners, to pool chemicals, to paint thinner. Smith said it’s important to dispose of hazardous waste properly. “Mainly just keep […]
