Notable Beekeeper Coming To Overton Thursday To Educate
Master Beekeeper Kent Williams will speak at the Overton County Beekeepers Association meeting Thursday night. Williams, a Kentucky native, has over 30 years of beekeeping experience and runs hives in multiple states. Beekeeper Association President Gina Martin said William’s master beekeeper status takes five years to achieve. “From a novice beekeeper or someone just interested […]
Overton Health Department, Schools Partner For Flu Shots
The Overton County Health Department and Overton County School System will partner to protect kids and adults against wintertime flu. Health Department Nursing Supervisor Megan Reeder said the clinics are held at the schools every year. Reeder said the clinics are a great opportunity for the Health Department to get out and about and give […]
Overton Tourism Generated $8 Million In Visitor Spending
Visitors to Overton County spent some $8 million through increased tourism last year, an increase of some eight percent. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President Zach Stephens said this money was enough to save each household some $102 in taxes. He said the increase is because of the county’s unique attractions, like Standing Stone State […]
Livingston Academy Welcoming Back 2005 Football Team
The 2005 Livingston Academy state championship winning football team will be recognized at Friday’s game as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of their title run. Principal Richard Melton said he remembered telling his wife mid-season that the year would be special, and he had a feeling they would win it all by the playoffs. Melton […]
UC Habitat Breaks Ground On House In Overton County
Work is underway on Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity’s latest house project in Overton County following Saturday’s groundbreaking. Habitat Executive Director Jeremy Byrd said this will be the first home built in Overton County in a few years. Byrd said sponsors are needed to buy materials and help with construction. Byrd said people selected must […]
Maintenance, Custodians A Concern For Overton Schools
With expansions coming to three Overton County elementary schools, School Board Members concerned about the potential need for more maintenance-custodians. School Board Member Ricky Dodson said the growth at Rickman Elementary, in particular, has been noticeable with a current student population of 717. Dodson said with this growth, the board should consider hiring a full […]
Bids Approved For Three Overton School Expansions
The Overton County School Board approved bids for expansion projects Tuesday night at Allons, Hilham, and Rickman Elementary. School Board Member Mike Hayes said the three projects were budgeted at a combined $20 million. The bids came in some $1 million under. Hayes said each school will be adding new classrooms, and Rickman will expand […]
Prepare Kids For Emergencies During Preparedness Month
Families should ensure their kids know what to do when a crisis happens at home, during Emergency Preparedness Month. Overton County Assistant EMA Director Eric Stephens said parents should teach their kids how to do basic first aid and how to call 911 if there is an emergency. Stephens said schools may prepare students with […]
Livingston To Adopt Purchasing Policy, Bid Amount Threshold
The Livingston Board of Aldermen will draft a new purchasing agreement for citywide use following discussions Monday night. Mayor Lori Elder Burnett said new state law allows cities to adopt their own spending policies instead of using one set by the state. Burnett said as part of this change, cities will not have to go […]
Overton Commissioners Approve New Heart Monitors
The Overton County Commissioners approved a purchasing agreement for eight new heart monitors for the ambulance service Monday night. Overton County EMA Director Chris Masiongale said it is recommended to replace monitors every five years. Masiongale said eight of the county’s current nine monitors are due for replacement since they are over the recommended replacement […]
