THP to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

March 9, 2020
By: Dwayne Page

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint on March 13th on US 70 in DeKalb County.

Impaired driving is a serious crime that kills more than 16,000 people and injures 305,000 others every year in the United States. Troopers will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment. Troopers will target those who operate a vehicle while impaired and take corrective actions for other violations observed while ensuring the protection of all motorists.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes that sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools in the battle against impaired driving.

March 9, 2020
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The DeKalb County Farm Bureau’s Fifth Grade Essay Winner was announced on Tuesday, March 3.  Trinity Faith Young was presented $50.00 for her winning essay on “Why is Agriculture Important?”

Pictured are Jana Crook, FB Women’s Chair, Chris Young, Trinity Young (winner), Heather Young, Denton Young, and Mack Harney III, DeKalb Farm Bureau President.

Trinity’s essay has been submitted for the State Contest on April 25, 2020.

March 8, 2020
By: Dwayne Page

Fathers and daughters of all ages will be making memories and helping support Habitat for Humanity next month during the first ever Father-Daughter Dance for this cause.

Tickets are on sale now at all banks in Smithville for the event to be held Saturday, April 4 from 6- 9 p.m. at the DeKalb County Complex.

Spokesperson Holly Moore said the dance is a way to honor fathers and encourage strong father-daughter relationships while raising funds for a great cause.

“Its not about how well you dance but about fathers and daughters making memories and having fun together. You can come dressed all decked out or casual,” said Moore.

“The cost is $20 per person and its open to all ages and if you are in a situation where your father has passed away or is not available, you may attend with another male relative such as an uncle or grandfather. In addition to dancing the event will include a dinner, one professional photo, a chocolate fountain, a fun photo booth, and you will get a cute gift bag. I want to thank everyone who purchases a ticket because all proceeds will go to Habitat for Humanity which is a wonderful organization,” Moore continued.

“I know especially with everyone’s focus on Putnam and other counties affected by the tornadoes last week we can all agree making memories that last a lifetime is priceless so I encourage all fathers and daughters, young and older alike, to participate in this father-daughter dance and make memories together,” said Moore.

Organizers of this event hope to have a mother-son dance this fall.

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