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Christmas In The Country Returns To Livingston Friday

Christmas In The Country returns to Livingston Friday Night, complete with a visit from Santa and a Lighting of the city center Christmas tree. President and CEO Shannon Cantrell said the Livingston tradition has been going strong since the 1990s. Cantrell said the event brings in people from all over the Upper Cumberland and is a great boost for local ... Read More »

Overton Moves From At Risk To Transitional On State Economic Map

Overton County will move from an At Risk to a Transitional classification starting in 2024 based on state economic measurements. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Cantrell reported to the Overton County Commission Monday the county is no longer considered At Risk by the state. “We are transitioning from a weak economy to a strong economy, and next year, ... Read More »

Livingston Slated To Get New Co-Work/Entrepreneurship Center Downtown

Livingston set to bring a new co-working and entrepreneurship center to its downtown. Chamber Director Shannon Cantrell told the Board of Aldermen Monday night it had received a $75,000 USDA grant to make this possible. She said they hope to start construction on the space located behind the Steel Coop by this July. “And we’re just super excited about the ... Read More »

New Health Food Company Good Economic Opportunity In Overton

California-based health food company HealthVerve expanding to Overton County will be a huge benefit region-wide. That’s according to Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Cantrell. The company brings over 200 jobs to its location at the old 7-Up bottling facility on North Church Street. “We have a lot of workforce in Overton County that travel to other areas to ... Read More »

Livingston-Overton Chamber Hosting Chamber 101 Series

Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce will start a series to help new and existing members better understand the scope of their benefits. Director Shannon Cantrell said that it’s important for the chamber to have good relationships with its local businesses to help the community thrive. “When I see our local businesses succeed, and I see tourism increasing and people from all ... Read More »

Live In Livingston 2022 Series Announced

Live In Livingston announces lineup for the 2022 season. Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Cantrell said that the summer concert series will feature performances by Collin Raye, the Kentucky HeadHunters, and Confederate Railroad. Cantrell said that thing she’s most looking forward to this year is the people. “This particular lineup will probably bring a lot of people into our area. ... Read More »

Livingston Approves Paying Half Of Retail Consultant Hiring Cost

The Livingston Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved covering half the cost of hiring a retail consultant. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said the cost would be $30,000 to cover a one-year contract. Cantrell said the idea comes from discussions about addressing sales tax leakage in Overton County. A motion was made to cover the whole cost, until ... Read More »

Live In Livingston Bringing Back Stacy Mitchhart, Tippin Time Changed

Live In Livingston is back Saturday with blues guitarist Stacy Mitchhart. The show starts at 5:30 in Livingston’s Central Park. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the invite is open to blues fans around the region because this is a show they will not want to miss. “What entertainment he can bring and will bring,” Hayes said. “He will be performing with ... Read More »

Live In Livingston Returns, Kicking Off With Jake Hoot

Live In Livingston is returning to Central Park this Saturday with Jake Hoot. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said anticipation was building for the event’s return. Cantrell said planning has gone on for weeks because of Jake Hoot’s popularity in the area. “We are so excited to bring Live In Livingston back to everyone,” Cantrell said. ... Read More »

Livingston-Overton Nearly Complete With Murals Highlighting Community

Livingston’s new murals are almost complete and the community has responded with high praises of the work. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Cantrell said the artist has moved onto the Standing Stone mural on The Pickers Palace with a June 15th completion. “I have never seen anything have such a positive impact on this community before,” Cantrell. “I ... Read More »