 Livingston Aldermen have approved a charter amendment change that allows newly elected aldermen to take office in July. Currently, they take office in September after being elected in June. As All Goods Hope Church celebrated the opening of its new playground yesterday, Cookville-based Recreational Concepts celebrated 12 years of bringing smiles to kids' faces. Co-founder Sheila Stewart says playgrounds still appeal to children of all ages because of the number of different attractions that can now be offered.