Overton Senior Center Renovations Done, Reopen Soon
The Overton County Senior Center is expected to reopen with an open house event next week, as renovations are finished Overton County Senior Center Director Michael Deaver said the renovations included new bathrooms, ceilings, floors, and lighting. Deaver said she was glad to see the renovations get completed. “I would just like to thank everybody […]
Overton Considering Adding Flag Football, Budget Concerns
The Overton County School Board is considering adding a Livingston Academy girls flag football team this spring. Several schools across the Upper Cumberland, including Stone Memorial High School and Upperman High School, have already added the sport. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the sport is gaining interest. “Apparently, it’s become a big thing, and […]
Overton Focusing Maintenance In New Strategic Plan
The Overton County School Board approved a new five-year strategic plan Tuesday night, which includes a focus on addressing future building maintenance. School Board Member Ben Danner said in the past, the school system had not been looking into the future when it comes to maintenance of school buildings. Danner said the building program inside […]
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 […]
Artists From Across Nation Descend On Livingston Thursday
Overton residents might see painters scattered across town this week, as the Overton Arts Council’s Paint Livingston competition starts Thursday. Overton Arts Council President Tim Richardson said amateur and professional artists from all over the country visit and paint places that are located throughout the county. Richardson said the artists tend to paint pictures of […]
Leadership Overton Looking For Next Set Of Leaders
The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce is accepting new applicants for its Leadership Overton Program. Chamber President Zach Stephens said the program is designed to develop leadership skills for existing and upcoming leaders. Stephens said participants often realize they are not as connected to the community as they thought. “I think that one of the […]
New TSSAA Transfer Rules Have Not Impacted UC Schools
New TSSAA transfer rules allowing student-athletes to have immediate eligibility have had little impact on local schools in the first few months. Upperman Athletic Director Jimmy Maynard said only three or four new athletes have transferred in so far. Maynard said the jury is still out on whether or not the change is positive. “It […]
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 […]
