Shan Stout named Director of Tourism for the Putnam County Visitors Bureau

March 20, 2022
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Shan Stout has been named Director of Tourism for the Putnam County Visitors Bureau effective Monday, March 21.

Stout comes to the Chamber team with a foundation of experience and expertise in non-profit, serving as the Regional Director of Marketing for Ascension Saint Thomas Health along with managing their hospital volunteer program across five Ascension locations in Middle Tennessee. Along with her background in non-profit work, she also brings an extensive knowledge of educational media, public speaking and tourism efforts across the state.

“We are thrilled to add someone of Shan’s caliber to our team at the Chamber,” said Amy New, President and CEO of the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce. “We know her knowledge, experience, and overall collaborative and positive attitude towards all things tourism will be beneficial not only to regional tourism stakeholders but to our organization as a whole.”

In her new role, Stout will be responsible for the overall management of the Putnam County Visitors Bureau including partnerships with hospitality partners from hotels, attractions and restaurants, media relations management along with planning and overall marketing, sales and public relations functions of the program.

“It is such an honor to be chosen for this role,” said Stout. “I have a long running passion for tourism, along with a deep love and understanding of what the Chamber does for our communities. My mother is the longtime Chamber Director for DeKalb County, and it has been my privilege to help support her efforts over the years. This type of work has become second nature to me. I look forward to supporting the vision of tourism across Putnam County in the coming months and am excited to join such a hardworking and innovative team.”

March 19, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

State Senate Joint Resolutions honoring DeKalb County High School Class of 2022 Valedictorian Isabella France and Salutatorian Jacey Hatfield have been introduced in the Tennessee General Assembly by State Senator Mark Pody.

The resolutions are expected to be adopted by both the State House and Senate and signed by the Governor.

The Resolution honoring and recognizing France states as follows:

“A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Isabella France, 2022 Valedictorian of DeKalb County High School.

WHEREAS, it is fitting that we should pause to pay tribute to those students who, through their natural talents and unflagging commitment to academic excellence, have distinguished themselves in the classroom; and WHEREAS, Isabella France is one such exceptional student, who was recently named Valedictorian of the 2022 graduating class at DeKalb County High School; and

WHEREAS, through diligent study, steady composure during examinations, and steadfast commitment of time and talent, Ms. France has achieved outstanding academic success and joined the ranks of the best and brightest students in Tennessee and our country; and

WHEREAS, in her remarkable high school career, Isabella France has earned an exemplary grade point average while participating in numerous extracurricular activities; she is a member of Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Literature Club, Service Society Club, Beta Club, HOSA, and Science Club and has been a cheerleader since the age of eight; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her academic excellence, Ms. France commits her time to a number of community pursuits, including distributing meals to those in need, helping her elders get groceries, and participating in the maintenance of her school’s appearance; and

WHEREAS, her noteworthy accomplishment is a tremendous source of pride for her parents, Kim Frazier and Tim France, her school, and her community; and WHEREAS, Isabella France’s display of intellectual aptitude and ambition surely bodes well for her future success; and

WHEREAS, Ms. France’s dedication to excellence is clearly deserving of the respect, admiration, and commendation of the members of this General Assembly; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED TWELFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING, that we hereby commend and honor the 2022 DeKalb County High School Valedictorian, Isabella France, on her impressive academic achievement and extend to her our best wishes for a happy, successful future”.

The Resolution honoring Hatfield states as follows:

“A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Jacey Hatfield, 2022 Salutatorian of DeKalb County High School.

WHEREAS, it is fitting that we should pause to pay tribute to those students who, through their natural talents and unflagging commitment to academic excellence, have distinguished themselves in the classroom; and

WHEREAS, Jacey Hatfield is one such exceptional student, who was recently named Salutatorian of the 2022 graduating class at DeKalb County High School; and WHEREAS, through diligent study, steady composure during examinations, and steadfast commitment of time and talent, Ms. Hatfield has achieved outstanding academic success and joined the ranks of the best and brightest students in Tennessee and our country; and

WHEREAS, in her remarkable high school career, Jacey Hatfield has earned an exemplary grade point average while participating in numerous extracurricular activities; she is a member of Future Business Leaders of America, FFA, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is a Senior Beta Club member; she has played softball since she was eight and for the past four years, has been a starter for the DeKalb County High School team; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her academic excellence, Ms. Hatfield commits her time to a number of community pursuits; she has volunteered with the White County Fair, distributed Thanksgiving meals, and read to the youth at Smithville Elementary School; and WHEREAS, her noteworthy accomplishment is a tremendous source of pride for her parents, Jeremy and Jennifer Hatfield, her school, and her community; and

WHEREAS Jacey Hatfield’s display of intellectual aptitude and ambition surely bodes well for her future success; and

WHEREAS Ms. Hatfield’s dedication to excellence is clearly deserving of the respect, admiration, and commendation of the members of this General Assembly; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED TWELFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING, that we hereby commend and honor the 2022 DeKalb County High School Salutatorian, Jacey Hatfield, on her impressive academic achievement and extend to her our best wishes for a happy, successful future”

March 18, 2022
By: Bill Conger

Mix in some Music, Reading, and Art with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and you have a concoction of academic entertainment. Science disciplines and the liberal arts joined forces for S.T.R.E.A.M. Fair at Camp Read S’More on March 3 as more than 400 students, families, faculty, and staff attended at DeKalb West School. Going on a book hike, making slime, a search for Legos, and Minute-to-Win-It games were all part of the fun.

“The pace of the night was great,” says Librarian Amanda Mullinax, who coordinated the night’s activities. “I saw several pinch pots as well as books, buttons, and bookmarks,” Mullinax said. “I heard about instruments and experiments as well as the question “Do I have to complete this in a minute?” randomly throughout the night.”

This year’s fair took at twist on past years when literacy was the primary focus.

“By bringing Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics together with Reading, we were able to expand our ideas and take a different direction with our activities and sessions,” says Mullinax. “The experiments and makerspaces were a hit! Since we haven’t had many opportunities over the last few years for events such as this, Full STEAM Ahead at Camp Read S’More allowed us to be together as a DWS school family. It also provided an opportunity for the students and families to enjoy learning together.”

DWS Junior Beta students and high school volunteers gave of their time to pull off the large scale endeavor. Lisa Cripps and Jennifer Matthews with DeKalb Prevention Coalition, Leigh Fuson with DeKalb County 4-H, DTC, Ria Baker, and Mary Ann Puckett contribute their time, talents, and resources. DWS staff and Central Office employees rolled up their sleeves to work the project.

“I know sometimes my name is associated with this night, but it would not be possible if the teachers and staff weren’t willing” Mullinax said. “They go above and beyond to make this night what it is. I could plan and plan and plan, but this night would not happen without them, without their creativity, and without their love for this school and our students.”

Computer teacher Lori Pryor coordinated the STREAM Fair projects that were on display that night. Judges chose the following students as winners in their respective categories.

PreK-1st Literature:
1st Marley Pyburn
2nd Auna Starnes
3rd Ripley Barnes

PreK-1st Science:
1st Drew Salvilla
2nd Claire Cripps
3rd Josee Cripps

Family Science:
1st Kaden Mullinax and Karson Mullinax

2nd, 3rd, 4th Literature
1st Mollie Reynolds
2nd Cash Hancock
3rd Carson Maynard
Honorable Mention Jackson Dunnaway

2nd, 3rd, 4th Science
1st Levi Reynolds
2nd Christian Cripps
3rd Bryce Harvey
Honorable Mention Billy Clark, Cameron Pursell, Emma Thomason , Aiden Garza, Hailey Brown and Cainnan Humphrey

2nd, 3rd, 4th Social Studies
1st Grady Thomason
2nd Jaxson Keenan
3rd Charley Prichard
Honorable Mention Averie Winchester , Zane Griffith, Lillian Dillard

5th, 6th, 7th Literature
1st Camille Barton
2nd Autumn Crook
3rd Porter Hancock
Honorable Mention Ava Melton, Lucy Moore, Bella Franz

5th, 6th, 7th Social Studies
1st William Johnson
2nd Michael Justice
3rd Fiona Street
Honorable Mention Pixie Willingham, Cameron Salas, Cash Dotson, Ellie Ray

5th, 6th, 7th, Science
1st Katie Beth Swearinger
2nd Sophie Desimone

8th Author Study
1st Danica Collier
2nd Ethan Reynolds
3rd Chaylea Lunsford
3rd Cameron Stanley

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