25th Fiddler 5K and One Mile Fun Run Saturday, July 1

June 18, 2023
By: Dwayne Page

The 25th Annual Fiddler 5K and One Mile Fun Run, sponsored by Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County will be Saturday, July 1. All proceeds from the race are used in building another Habitat for Humanity home in DeKalb County.

The race on Saturday, July 1 will begin promptly at 7:00 a.m. downtown Smithville RAIN OR SHINE on Church Street in front of the First Baptist Life Enrichment Center, Smithville. The race ends on Church Street in front of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. The Fiddler 5K is a qualifying race for the Run the Cumberland Medal Series of Races.

Anybody who is interested in participating either in the one-mile fun run or the 5K may go to www.fiddler5k.com where you’ll find all the details and a link to online registration.

(Register online at link below)

https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Smithville/Fiddler5k

PRE-REGISTRATION is open until June 28, 2023, at Noon ($30 for adults 19 and up and $25 for ages 18 and under).

REGISTRATION from June 28th at 12 NOON to Race Day will be $35 for adults 19 and up and $30 for ages 18 and under.

PRE-REGISTRATION PERKS: You can save money, are guaranteed a shirt and may pick up your packet early!

RACE DAY REGISTRATION is available beginning at 5:45 a.m. on Race Day ($35 for adults 19 and up and $30 for ages 18 and under)

Shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register by June 28, 2023, at Noon. However, there are usually plenty! They will not hold shirts past race day at 7:00 a.m.

RACE DAY Check-In, Pre-Registered Check-In and Race Day Registration are from 5:45 a.m. until 6:45 a.m. on July 1st in the parking lot of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home near the finish line on Church Street.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP for those who pre-registered before June 28, 2023, at Noon, will be held on June 30, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Life Enrichment Center on Church Street.

Fiddler 5K Awards are given to Overall Male and Female Finishers, Male and Female Masters (40+), and in age groups 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Fun Run Awards are given to the Overall Male and Female Finishers age 12 and under and the top 3 male and female finishers age 12 and under.

The course is certified and professionally timed.

Strollers are welcome but should line up at the rear. No pets allowed. 5K course is open for 60 minutes.

For more information email director@fiddler5k.com or visit www.fiddler5k.com.

June 16, 2023
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DTC Communications is proud to announce plans to air LIVE continuous video coverage of the 52nd annual Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Crafts Festival exclusively on DTC3, Facebook and YouTube. The Jamboree will begin Friday morning, June 30, 2023, and conclude late Saturday night, July 1. Taking place in the heart of Smithville, this festival brings together talented musicians and dancers for unforgettable performances.

“The Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree is one of the most iconic annual events in this area and DTC Communications is excited to provide exclusive coverage,” said Chris Townson, CEO of DTC Communications. “We’re proud to be able to bring the joy and excitement of the festival to a much wider audience.”

“We are excited to welcome back our loyal fans and participants to the 52nd Smithville Jamboree,” said Kim Luton, President of the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree. “We are grateful for the support of DTC, who has been a valuable partner in bringing this unique cultural event to a wider audience over many years.”

Alongside the live performances and competitions, the Jamboree offers something for the whole family. Explore the charming arts and crafts booths to find a unique treasure, taste delicious local cuisine from savory barbecue to sweet treats, and enjoy hands-on activities and face painting for the kids.

In addition to the live coverage on DTC3 – which is Channel 3 on the DTC TV service – DTC also plans to web-stream the Fiddlers’ Jamboree live at www.DTC3.tv as well as on Facebook and YouTube.
“Viewers from all around the world can watch the entire event, from start to finish, with no interruptions, both on our TV service and via the internet,” added Townson. “It’s an honor for DTC to present this event. It is sure to create lasting memories and new connections within our community.”

For more information on DTC Communications, visit online at www.DTCcom.net. For more information on the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Crafts Festival and a complete schedule of events, visit www.smithvillejamboree.com.
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June 16, 2023
By: Dwayne Page

Children learned about snakes and other wildlife native to Tennessee during a summer reading program event held Thursday afternoon at the auditorium of the Mike Foster Multipurpose Center hosted by Justin Potter and the Alexandria Libraries.

Brad Halfacre, Park Manager at Edgar Evins State Park and his seasonal assistant Hope Austin showed off a live albino king snake and a young python as well as fur pelt hides from various wildlife mammals including a groundhog, gray and red squirrels and foxes, deer, elk, bobcat, coyote, skunk, black bear, raccoon, cougar and others and shared interesting facts and information about them.

Dwayne Page of WJLE was also on hand to record an interview with many of the children for a program to be aired at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 on WJLE AM 1480/FM 101.7 and LIVE streamed at www.wjle.com.

The program was the third in a four-part series of events being held this month by the libraries as part of the annual Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “All Together Now”.

The final program for the summer will be Thursday, June 22 at 2 p.m. billed as the Final Party with Bob Tartar’s Animalogy Critters.

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

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