Jamboree Committee announces 2024 tabloid dedicated to Rob Pearcy – Contestant #1

June 29, 2024
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Each year, visitors from far and near come to the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree with certain expectations in mind. For many decades one of those expectations has been the musician with a feather in his hat, named Rob Pearcy of Smyrna. Whether you see him competing or accompanying fellow musicians, there is a small handful of categories where Rob does not appear.

Rob Pearcy, a seasoned musician and staple of the Jamboree, will once again grace the stage this year. With a repertoire spanning seven different instruments, Pearcy’s talent has left an indelible mark on the Smithville Jamboree Festival. His journey began over four decades ago when he first attended the Jamboree, learning from old-timers under the shade trees. For many of those years, Rob has been known as Contestant #1. The music he absorbed there eventually led him to a career as a music teacher, including stints at Metro Schools and Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music.

Pearcy’s dedication to preserving traditional Appalachian music resonates with the younger generation. His presence at the Jamboree exemplifies the festival’s commitment to passing down musical traditions.

“They learn everything we do, and they improve on it,” Pearcy remarked, acknowledging the importance of continuity. “We’ve got to keep it going.” The Jamboree Committee is proud to announce Rob as this year’s special recognition in the tabloid.

For more information about the Jamboree, visit smithvillejamboree.com, email smithvillejamboree@gmail.com or call 615-597-8500.

June 28, 2024
By: Dwayne Page

Junior Goat Show Champion!

Andrea Kate Estes of Smithville was a big winner in the Junior Goat Show at the DeKalb County Fair Thursday evening.

Estes won for Junior Showmanship and the Doe Kid Division as well as the Overall Doe Kid and Yearling Doe Grand Championship.

She is the daughter of Andy and Emily Estes of Smithville

The DeKalb County Fair line up of events and attractions for the last two days is as follows:

Friday, June 28:
Toddler Show (13-48 months) -Lions Pavilion – 6:00 p.m.
Farmer for a Day-Ag Center – 6:00 p.m.
Lip Sync Battle (Finale)-Lions Pavilion – following Toddler Show
Rodeo-TC McMillen Arena – 7:00 p.m.
Center Hill Ramblers- Lions Club Pavilion- 7:45 p.m.
DTC Games (Ages 3-12)-Ag Center –7:00 p.m.
Cash Drawing-Lions Pavilion – 9:30 p.m.
Open Poultry Show (All Week)- Barn

Saturday, June 29:
Square Dancing (Smithville Select, Caney Fork Circle Eight, DeKalb Dancing Delights, and Center Hill Hoedown Square Dancers – Lions Club Pavilion-6:00 p.m.
Harvest Moon –Lions Club Pavilion- 7:00 pm
Pet Show- Ag Center – 6:00 p.m.
Demolition Derby- TC McMillen Arena – 7:00 p.m.
Cash Drawing- Lions Pavilion – 9:30 p.m.
Homemade Ice Cream Contest -Ag Center-6:00 p.m.

June 27, 2024
By: Dwayne Page

Twenty-seven babies from one day to twelve months old were in the spotlight during the annual Baby Show held Thursday evening at the DeKalb County Fair.

The winners (blue ribbon first place and red ribbon runner-up) are as follows:

*Twins (1 day to 12 months)
Winners: Everly and Ella Chapman, five-month-old children of Jocelyn and Corey Chapman of Dowelltown

*Boys (1 day to 3 months)
Winner: Tucker James, two-month-old son of Krysta Pedigo of Smithville
Runner-up: Huntley Daniels Wolford, one month old son of Taylor Hale and Joshua Wolford of Liberty

*Girls (1 day to 3 months)
Winner: Charlotte Cay Koelle, one month old daughter of Heather and Christian Koelle of Smithville
Runner-up: Hennessee Bailiff, one month old daughter of Jordon and Briella Bailiff of Liberty

*Boys (4-6 months)
Winner: Walker Thomas Moore, six-month-old son of Caleb and Emily Moore of Smithville
Runner-up: Eli Marshall, six-month-old son of Kristie Marshall and Jacob Marshall of Smithville
Other participant: Porter Dale Pyles, six-month-old son of Tyler and Amber Pyles of Dowelltown

*Girls (4-6 months)
Winner: Laney Dean Collier, four-month-old daughter of Matthew and Ashlyn Collier of Smithville
Runner-up: Acelynn Sue Wheeler, six-month-old daughter of Jaeleigh Castorena and Harley Wheeler of Smithville.

*Boys (7-9 months)
Winner: Branson Corey Taylor, eight-month-old son of Regan Taylor of Alexandria

*Girls (7-9 months)
Winner: Ellie Jane Chapman, eight-month-old daughter of Brandon and Kelley Chapman of Smithville
Runner-up: Haisley Rein Preston, eight-month-old daughter of Robert Preston and Christal Pegram of Alexandria.
Other participants: Katlyn Grace Gibbs, seven month old daughter of Vana Gibbs of DeKalb County; Aurora Mooneyham, seven month old daughter of Piper Hendrix and Devin Mooneyham of Alexandria; Lillie Mae Dyer, eight month old daughter of Brandon and Mandy Dyer of Liberty; Maylee Ludwig, seven month old daughter of Tyler and Angela Ludwig of Smithville; Dallas Cove Ellis, seven month old daughter of Austin and Briana Ellis of Smithville; Emerson Farris, seven month old daughter of Madison Gossard and Bryson Farris of Smithville; and Augusta Lee Hendrix, eight month old daughter of Ali Hendrix of Smithville.

*Boys (10-12 months)
Winner: Carter Knox Hale, twelve-month-old son of Jacob and Jennifer Hale of Smithville
Runner-up: Kyler James Frazier, twelve-month-old son of Austin Frazier and Kamien Sparks of Smithville

*Girls (10-12 months)
Winner: Aniyah Karentyne Loraine Banks, ten-month-old daughter of McKenzie Castorena and Carlos Banks of Smithville
Runner-up: Izora Yeomans, eleven-month-old daughter of Brandi Tinsley and Brett Yeomans of Dowelltown.
Other participants: Angelique Parsley, eleven-month-old daughter of Brenda Ramirez and Kris Parsley of Smithville; and Calliope Martin, eleven-month-old daughter of Hassier and Elijah Martin of Smithville.

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