Allyson Roxanne Fuller Crowned Saints Homecoming Queen

August 30, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The 2019 DeKalb Saints Homecoming Queen Allyson Roxanne Fuller was crowned Thursday night during a program held prior to the game with Overton County at the DCHS football field.

The Saints won the game 22-6.

Fuller, an 8th grader, is the daughter of Anthony and Amanda Fuller. Her escorts were Ari White and Briz Trapp, both 8th grade captains on the Saints football team. White is the son of Jimmy and Adria White and Trapp’s parents are Brad and Kim Trapp.

Fuller has been a Saints football cheerleader for 3 years and currently serves as one of the captains. She has been selected as an All-American cheerleader by the National Cheerleaders Association. Fuller has also been a member of the Lady Saints basketball team for 3 years. She has played AAU basketball for Tennessee Rush and Tennessee Flight. Fuller is a member of the Junior Beta Club and Student Council. She received the award in 7th grade for “Most Involved” female student. She attends the Upper Helton Baptist Church.

Ansley Faith Cantrell, an 8th grade attendant, was escorted by Wil Farris, 8th grade captain on the Saints football squad.

Cantrell is the daughter of Tony and Amee Cantrell. Farris is the son of Bruce and Kathy Chapman.
Ansley is a first year football manager and member of the Student Council and Junior Beta Club. She enjoys kayaking, fishing, going to the lake, and spending time with friends and family.

Elaina Bryce Turner, another 8th grade attendant is the daughter of Shane and Regina Turner. Her escort was Konner Young, an 8th grade captain on the Saints football team. He is the son of Jeremy and Kim Young.

Turner has been a football cheerleader for 3 years and currently serves as one of the captains. She has been selected as an All-American cheerleader by the National Cheerleaders Association. Turner enoys tumbling and fast pitch softball. She is a member of the Beta Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

The 8th grade attendant from DeKalb West School is Zoi Layna Hale, daughter of Justin Hale and Becky Harris. Her escort was Trace Hamilton, and 8th grade Saints football player and the son of Lynda Hamilton.

Hale is a DeKalb West basketball cheerleader and a member of the Beta Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Macy Anderson, a 7th grade attendant, was escorted by Austin Nicholson, an 8th grade Saints football player.

Anderson is the daughter of Bobby and Tabitha Anderson. Nicholson’s parents are Steve and Amy Reed.
Macy has been a football cheerleader for 2 years and a manager for the Lady Saints basketball team. She is a member of the Junior Beta, Student Council, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Anderson enjoys tumbling and gymnastics and is a competitive cheerleader for Power Athletics. She was selected as an All-American cheerleader in 2018 and 2019 by the National Cheerleaders Association.

Annabella Dakas, a 7th grade attendant, is the daughter of John and Mandy Dakas. Her escort was Gabe Hollingsworth, an 8th grade member of the Saints football team and son of Matthew and Shannon Hollingsworth.

Annabella has been a Saints football cheerleader for 2 years, a member of the Lady Saints basketball team for 2 years and a member of the Lady Saints fast pitch softball team for one year. She is a member of Junior Beta, Student Council and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes praise team. Dakas has also been involved with competition cheer for 6 years at Infinity Athletics, Cheerville and Power Athletics. She was selected as an All-American cheerleader in 2018 and 2019 by the National Cheerleaders Association. She is involved in her First Baptist youth group.

The DeKalb West School 7th grade attendant is Caroline Crook, daughter of Jacob and Kim Crook. Her escort was Aaron Hatfield, an 8th grade Saints football player, son of Jennifer and Jeremy Hatfield.
Caroline has been a Saints football cheerleader for 2 years. She is also a member of the Lady Saints softball team, DeKalb West School basketball team, Junior Beta Club, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Crook attends the Memorial Baptist Church.

August 30, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The leader of the Tennessee Republican Party was in Smithville Thursday night to rally the troops with the 2020 campaign on the horizon.

Scott Golden was guest speaker at a free barbeque dinner hosted by the DeKalb County Republican Party and open to the community at the county complex.

Among the crowd were local party leaders and office holders along with State Senator Mark Pody and State Representatives Terri Lynn Weaver and Clark Boyd. Former State Senator Mae Beavers, who is now Chair of the Wilson County Republican Party was also there.

“Our message is that 2020 is just around the corner and we can’t really let up at any time. I know it seems like a long way away but the national election is in 14 months. Obviously the President is going to be on the ballot and the Democrats will decide who their nominee is going to be,” said Golden.

In addition to the Presidential election, Tennesseans will be electing a new US Senator with Lamar Alexander retiring and state senators and representatives will be up for election in 2020 as well as congressional seats.

Although Tennessee has gone red in several recent statewide elections, Golden said the party cannot take that for granted.

“We feel pretty good that Tennessee, particularly with President Trump at the top of the ballot should remain squarely in the red column but we can’t take any chances. President Trump has had accomplishments on the economy, international affairs, trade, and the judiciaries and some of those long term things he has put in place will make sure our country stays in great shape for many years to come. But there is a campaign to be waged. I know the Democrats are going to fight and I expect Republicans to fight as well. Our message is make sure you get out there and work next year. It’s all about making sure people know what you stand for and know what you are trying to accomplish for them and that they get out to the polls and register that opinion. Former Governor Bill Haslam was the first Tennessee Governor to have served with a Republican speaker and a Republican Lieutenant Governor so it’s only been eight years that Tennessee has been all red but much has been accomplished in that time. Tennessee has been and is still doing a wonderful job but it is important to tell people and remind them of what we have,” said Golden.

“Republicans have a good message to run on in 2020. If you support low taxes, limited government, the second amendment, private health care as opposed to government health care, protecting our borders, and keeping government out of almost every aspect of our lives, there is a pretty bright line between what the Democrats believe and what Republicans believe,” added Golden

August 29, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The DeKalb Prevention Coalition is calling on everyone to wear purple in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, August 31.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on August 31 each year which aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as a result of drug overdose.

International Overdose Awareness Day spreads the message that the tragedy of overdose death is preventable.

“We ask you to please wear purple in recognition of all who have lost their lives to overdose and also in support of their families. Please snap a picture and put it on your facebook page and hash tag that #endoverdose,” said Lisa Cripps, DeKalb Prevention Coalition Coordinator.

“In Tennessee we lost 1,776 people to overdose in 2017. In DeKalb County we lost three people in 2016. By 2017 the number more than doubled with 8 overdose deaths locally. I am sure that the 2018 numbers will be up even more. Please help us support International Overdose Awareness Day,” added Cripps.

Thousands of people die each year from drug overdose. They come from all walks of life.

Do you recognize the signs and symptoms of overdose? What is the impact of drug use and overdose on family, friends and those experiencing it?

Learn more at https://www.overdoseday.com/

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