Tag Archives: Livingston

The city of Livingston has two valves in the water system that need emergency repairs. The valves are located by the Cumberland River at Butler’s Landing. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the valves control water intake from the river that travels 19 miles to Livingston. “If these valves do not open, they can be opened manually at times, but if the ... Read More »

Overton County Commissioner Robbie Melton foresees no reason she will not approve plans for the new Livingston Academy Football Stadium. Melton said she sees this as a good investment for Overton County, and a good investment in the county’s kids. “Playing sports is a big incentive for a lot of young people to stay in school and to make their ... Read More »

The city of Livingston hired two new full time fire fighters. Jason Huggins and Robert Holt are the two joining the crew. The two hires came after MTAS Fire Consultant Dennis Wolfe recommended to add more full time fire fighters last month. Fire Chief Rocky Dial reviewed the responsibilities of the crew outside of fires during Tuesday’s Alderman meeting. Alderman ... Read More »

Mid afternoon storms Thursday brought down some trees in downtown Livingston. Emergency management officials reported several trees blocking roads for a short time. Limbs down along North Goodpasture to Oakland Park Drive, also along Oakley Street. Water covered the Main Street-Martin Street intersection for some time. Read More »

The city of Livingston will require all city employees to wear face coverings while in office. Residents entering city buildings will also be required to wear a mask. Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said the city is taking precaution before Covid becomes widespread in Overton. “We really believe this is the right thing to do at this point,” Hayes said. “Our ... Read More »

Lightning struck the traffic light at the corner of Main Street and Bradford Hicks Drive in Livingston Friday afternoon. As of Friday afternoon at 5pm, the light is flashing. Officials are encouraging caution in the area. Strong storms moved through the Upper Cumberland Friday afternoon. Several trees were damaged in Dekalb County. Some minor street flooding was reported along Highway ... Read More »

Livingston’s Mayor said an ordinance passed last year to clean up properties around town is working. Curtis Hayes says adding stiffer penalties have helped benefit all residents. “I think it’s been a home run for Livingston to start cleaning up some of these neighborhoods with dilapidated properties,” Hayes said. Hayes said despite early opposition, many residents have embraced the cleanup ... Read More »

The splash pad in Livingston’s Central Park will reopen to the public on Friday. Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said even though the splash pad and playgrounds are opening back up, everyone still needs to be aware of social distancing. “Everyone has to take some ownership in this COVID-19 pandemic,” Hayes said. “Wear gloves and masks if you feel that’s what ... Read More »

The Overton County American Legion Post 4 in Livingston is hosting an American Flag Retirement ceremony Sunday night at 7 p.m. Post Sargent of Arms Robert Secott said the Flag Day ceremony will be a way for people to honor the service of a loved one. “What we do is if people have a flag they want to bring up,” ... Read More »

Livingston voters will see one new face on the Board Of Aldermen with John Clough topping Wednesday’s election results. According to unofficial results, Clough received 394 votes. Rex Dale and Ken Dodson also won re-election to the board, both receiving 341 votes. Josh Deck finished fourth with 223 votes. Clough came to Overton County in 1987 to begin a medical ... Read More »