Tag Archives: landscaping

Livingston’s Millard Oakley Library will have its broken fountain replaced by a new library-themed statue next month. Library Director Judith Cutright said the new statue was made possible by a substantial donation from a member of the Livingston community. She said with the library located in a high-traffic area, making an impression on passers-by is vital to success and growth. ... Read More »

The Sparta Tree Board has the preliminary design prepared for a $30,000 landscaping project coming to the main off ramps on Highway 111. Board Member Donna Fare said the next step is to present the plans to TDOT for approval. “We would like to have everything finalized so that we can plant in the late fall and other plants in ... Read More »

Sparta Mayor Jeff Young has proposed a some $30,000 landscaping project for the off-ramps in the city. Young said he wants to focus on the intersections of Highway 70 and 111 as well as Spring Street and 111. “Some of those areas that we’re talking about are areas we are trying to fix up and make more inviting to the ... Read More »

Highlands Residential Services has an apparent low bidder for work at its newest development. Hickory Valley located on Jackson Street near Eagles Landing will include seven building with 48 low-income senior units. Director of Operations Chris Cassetty said two bids were opened with Rogers Group Inc. being the lowest bidder. “This is basically everything short of building the actual buildings,” ... Read More »

Autumn is here and with the falling temperatures comes falling leaves. For some homeowners this means leaf raking season, but what should be done about the raked pile? Dekalb Ag Extension Agent Johnny Barnes said a great option is for composting. “It’s a natural product of trees going through photosynthesis, and all the nutrients from the tree actually come through ... Read More »