Library Summer Reading Program Begins June 3

May 11, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

The Justin Potter and Alexandria Libraries Summer Reading Program will begin on June 3rd and end on June 24th . All events for both libraries will be in the DeKalb County Complex Theatre Room at 2:00 pm. Children of all ages can begin registering for Summer Reading at both libraries on May 24th.

Each child that registers and meets their goal will receive a participation certificate and other goodies at the end of the Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “Tails and Tales”. In order to insure the well-being of the families attending and the library staff masks and social distancing will be required.

Thursday, June 3rd at 2:00 pm – Opening party with Mr. Bond’s Science Guys.

Thursday, June 10th at 2:00 pm – Barry Mitchell’s “Animal Tales, Turtle Shells & a Chicken.

Thursday, June 17th at 2:00 pm – Bob Tartar and his Animalogy Critters.

Thursday, June 24th at 2:00 pm – Final Party with Edgar Evins State Park Rangers and Animal Critters.

“We hope you will join us for a fun filled in-person Summer Reading Program. We are looking forward to seeing everyone,” said Library Director Kathy Hendrixson

For more information, call Justin Potter Library at 615-597-4359 or Alexandria Library at 615-529-4124 visit us on Facebook or our website at www.dekalblibraries.net.

May 11, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

The City of Smithville is looking to fill a vacant seat on the County Board of Equalization from citizens who own property in the city.

The county board meets one week a year beginning June 1 from 8:30am to 4:00pm to hear real property appeals across DeKalb County. No qualifications are required, however, a real estate or construction background would be helpful. Annually, board members are required to watch a four hour training video. The county board members are paid approximately $50 per day.

If you are interested in filling this vacancy, please contact Smithville Mayor Josh Miller at 615-597-4745, ext 6.

May 10, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

A 53 year old man has been charged with rape of a child from almost four years ago.

Pablo Jacinto was arrested last Wednesday, May 5 at a residence on Atnip Street. He is under a $125,000 bond and will make an appearance in General Sessions Court on May 20.

According to the warrant, Jacinto had sexual contact with his girlfriend’s daughter, who was 8 years old at the time touching her private parts resulting in penetration. This occurred several times over a period of months starting in September, 2017. The child was later removed from the home.

The case was investigated by Detective Brandon Donnell of the Smithville Police Department.

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