Alexandria Man Charged with Breaking into and Damaging Residence while Assaulting Homeowner

March 7, 2023
By: Dwayne Page

An Alexandria man who broke into and vandalized a residence while attacking the homeowner has been arrested and charged in the case.

30-year-old Samuel Kameron Vanatta of West Main Street, Alexandria is charged with aggravated burglary, aggravated assault, and vandalism. His bond is $35,000 and he will make a court appearance on March 23

Sheriff Patrick Ray said that on January 31 Vanatta broke into a residence by kicking open the front door and after making entry he struck the homeowner with a bat several times in the leg and punched him in the head. Vanatta also broke a Motorola phone, a 50-inch television set, and a fan in addition to causing damage to the front door. The total amount of the damages was $1,920.

50-year-old Laura Carol Ratliff of Lascassas is charged with driving under the influence. Her bond is $3,500 and she will be in court March 16.

Sheriff Ray said that on February 28 a deputy responded to a vehicle crash on Highway 70 at Billings Road and upon arrival spoke with Ratliff, one of the drivers involved in the wreck. Ratliff was unsteady on her feet. Her speech was slurred, and her eyes were red and glassy. She admitted having consumed two beers prior to the crash. She submitted to but performed poorly on field sobriety tasks. Three empty cans of Budweiser beer and an empty bottle of Southern Comfort were found in the back seat.

20-year-old Michael Anthony Vestal of Old Hickory is charged with underage driving while impaired. His bond is $2,500 and he will be in court March 16.

Sheriff Ray said that on March 4 a deputy received a call about a reckless driver operating a maroon Ford F150. The officer spotted the vehicle on Nashville Highway in Dowelltown which had gone off the roadway and struck a curb. The deputy then turned around and stopped the vehicle. While speaking with the driver, Vestal the deputy noticed that he smelled of alcohol. Vestal submitted to but performed poorly on field sobriety tasks. The officer also learned that this vehicle had previously been involved in an accident in Wilson County.

March 6, 2023
By: Dwayne Page

The City of Smithville is in need of lifeguards for the upcoming season at the Municipal Swimming Pool which usually opens on Memorial Day weekend.

Manager Jeania Cawthorn is asking anyone who is interested and qualified to apply as soon as possible. The pay is $10.00 an hour with flexible hours.

Currently only five lifeguards have applied to work this year. At least 10 more are needed and all must be certified.

Anyone who is interested and qualified to apply should do so as soon as possible. If you are interested but not certified, classes are coming up, but you must act quickly. Contact Cawthorn at 615-597-6648 for more information.

Requirements include the following but are not limited to:
*Must pass American Red Cross Lifeguard Course and CPR Class
*Must be 15 years of age by the date of the class
*Must be a strong swimmer
*Must be able to pass drug test and background check

March 6, 2023
By: Dwayne Page

The North Central Tennessee Trail Tournament was held on March 4th on Center Hill Lake. Anglers with Tennessee Bass Nation High School participated with roughly around 150 boats competing.

The DCHS Fishing Team kicked off the 2nd half of its season with the girls, Emma Johnson and Rowan Miller, weighing in fish at 5.48 pounds on the Hill. Next up were Marshall Farler and Hunter Cannon who weighed in one fish for a total of 2.31 pounds. Hasten Waggoner and Jaxon Humphrey weighed in two fish with a total of 2.91 pounds. Tyler Dunn and Garrison Randolph also fished in the tournament.

Mason Taylor and Wesley Kent had a total of 19.11 pounds. They came in second place and received nice plaques and a scholarship check.

Special thanks to the parents, sponsors and boat captains

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