Biz Foundry’s Powered By Her Initiative Returns To Livingston
The Biz Foundry’s Powered by Her initiative returning to Livingston after a year long hiatus, and the response has been good so far. Biz Foundry Vice President Tiffany Anton Anton said the initative is meant to empower female entrepreneurs with support and community. Anton said a lack in interest ended the Livingston program several years […]
Hazardous Collection Event Visiting Overton Saturday
TDEC will be collecting household hazardous waste in Overton County Saturday. Residents are encouraged to bring household hazardous waste like cleaning fluids, pesticides, and swimming pool chemicals. TDEC said a person does not have to reside in Overton County to participate. The drop-off location is at the Overton County Fairgrounds, and the collection event will […]
4H Chick Chain Auction Teaches Kids About Poultry Farming
The Overton County 4H Chick Chain Auction Saturday will help teach young people the ins and outs of the poultry farming business. Overton County Extension Agent Nicole Bettencourt said participants raise a handful of young chickens until they are laying eggs. At least three of the birds return to be auctioned off each fall. Bettencourt […]
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 […]
Biz Foundry, Overton Chamber Partnering For Town Hall
The Biz Foundry is partnering with the Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce for a Business Town Hall event later this month. Biz Foundry Vice President Tiffany Anton said the event is designed for local entrepreneurs to provide feedback on what is working for their businesses, as well as the things they need help with. Anton […]
Livingston, Cookeville Become Purple Heart Cities Friday
Local veterans honored at a Livingston ceremony Friday as Cookeville, Livingston, Overton County, and Putnam County officially became Purple Heart cities and counties. Livingston Mayor Lori Burnett said that the city has working on the Purple Heart Designation since she found out it was a possibility. It then became a regional effort. Burnett took a […]
Lee’s America 250 Tour Stops in Livingston Wednesday
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee shared a meal with Livingston residents at 1806 BBQ Wednesday as part of his America 250 tour. Lee said the tour is meant to celebrate Tennessee’s contributions to America as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence next year. Lee said this tour is a chance to meet everyday […]
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 School Board To Review Strategic Plan At Retreat
The Overton County School Board is planning to review and potentially overhaul the district’s strategic plan at its fall retreat. Director of Schools Kim Dillon asked the board Tuesday night if they should continue on the current plan, which was last revised in 2023, or create a new one. Board Member Mike Hayes said the […]
Overton Arts Council Bringing Artists To Livingston Academy
Livingston Academy Students will have the chance to experience Artists in School, as the Overton County Arts Council Program returns the program after a successful spring semester run. Arts Council President Tim Richardson said the program brings practicing professional artists to the school library for a few hours as they create a painting or two […]
