Tag Archives: Livingston

Dr. John Clough moved to Livingston in 1987 and currently practices family medicine at Priority Care Medical Clinic. Clough is one of four candidates running for city council. Clough said he wants to grow the city of Livingston by focusing on the health of the community. “We need to continue to have good opportunities for education for our kids, clean ... Read More »

The Millard Oakley Library in Livingston has reopened its foyer area for patrons. Library staff will visit with residents in the foyer area. Staffers can retrieve books, DVDs or other items for checkout. Residents may also continue to reserve items online or by calling the library at (931) 823-1888. Library computers are now available from 11am-2pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and ... Read More »

Livingston Board of Alderman Incumbent Rex Dale said he wants to increase the employment available in Livingston. Dale said his goal is to bring more businesses and families in and work with other counties to improve the Upper Cumberland. He is competing next week for one of three seats available on the Board of Alderman. “I have two girls,” Dale ... Read More »

Livingston’s Board of Alderman incumbent Ken Dodson wants the City of Livingston to explore tourism opportunities to help the economy progress. Dodson is one of four candidates vying for three spots in next week’s aldermen race. “We’re such a great community that a lot of people have not experienced,” Dodson said. “But once you do experience, I think we have ... Read More »

Overton County’s Administrator of Elections said the Town of Livingston is prepared for its June municipal election. Craig Story said the election will still be held at the Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce. However, the site preparation will change. “One of the most noticeable things voters will see is we’re going have them go in through the main door, like ... Read More »

Multiple emergency personnel were called to the scene of a fire at a single-family dwelling in Livingston Thursday evening. Overton County Fire Chief, Rocky Dial, said the dwelling was a complete loss. The home was located at Carr Avenue and Long Street. No one was home at the time and no injuries were reported. Emergency personnel extinguished the fire around ... Read More »

Livingston Academy Seniors have their graduation ceremony scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 14 at Tennessee Tech’s Tucker Stadium. Livingston Academy partnered with Tech and Putnam County Schools to make its graduation possible. Putnam County high schools will hold their graduation ceremonies at Tucker Stadium on June 12 and 13. In the event of rain, the ceremony will be ... Read More »

Livingston Regional Hospital continues to add new elective procedures each week after a smooth reopening. Marketing Director David Cox said the hospital has a phase-in plan in place. “We’re phasing back in through a three-phase process,” Cox said. “Some elective procedures like colonoscopies and things of that nature are phasing back in right now. We’ll continue to approve more-and-more services ... Read More »

Be Kind to Animals Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of animal companionship during the pandemic shutdowns. Vicky Smith, President of the Animal Awareness Association of Overton County, said she has seen a recent increase in adoptions. “Cats and dogs are companions,” Smith said. “I’ve found out I’m adopting out more cats right now because people are staying ... Read More »

The financial effects of COVID-19 shutdowns are leading local nonprofits to find new funding sources. One way to help is through The Big Payback, a 24 hour period to easily donate money to Middle Tennessee charities. Dawn Raines, Executive Director of the Stephens Center in Livingston, said donations could help make up for some of their lost funding. “Right now ... Read More »