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Barrel Manufacturer Cuts Ribbon On New Rickman Facility

An international barrel manufacturer celebrated the opening of its new Rickman facility Monday. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President Zach Stephens said the facility is part of an estimated $30 million investment that Independent Stave has made into the community. “There’s not only 70 jobs that are being created, they are really high-quality, good-paying jobs,” […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Overton Chamber Program Bringing Disc Golf To Livingston

A new disc golf course coming to Livingston thanks to the Overton County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Overton program. Participant Rhonda Young said the course construction is already underway. Young said the idea for the nine hole course came from the popularity of the success at Cookeville’s Cane Creek Course. “We set a goal, and […]

Overton Chamber Applies For Entrepreneurship Grant

The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce has applied for a Three-Star Grant to boost entrepreneurship and workforce development. Chamber President and CEO Zach Stephens said the grant is worth up to $250,000. Stephens said in the past, entrepreneurship has not been a high priority for the Chamber. He said the need for growth in that […]