(UPDATED) “Kyle” is the WJLE/DeKalb Animal Shelter “Featured Pet of the Week” (VIEW VIDEO HERE)

May 1, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

“Kyle” is making a return appearance as the WJLE/DeKalb Animal Shelter featured “Pet of the Week”.

View Video Here

The shelter has been Kyle’s home away from home since February but he really needs a forever home.

WJLE first featured Kyle in March.

“We need to find this sweet boy a home. He has been here since February so we have decided that we are going to offer a reduced adoption fee for Kyle to get him a home. He is wonderful. He is great with people including kids and has a lot of personality. He is a lover. We ask that if you have another pet that you bring the pet for a meeting so we can see how Kyle does with other pets. He has been great here and is a good boy but we want to do a formal introduction with your pets but please no cats. Dogs only. Send in your application on our website we will contact you and set up that appointment with you and your pet,” said Shelter employee Emmaly Bennett.

“If you would like to meet “Kyle” go to our website under our adoptable animals tab at https://www.dekalbanimalshelter.com/ and you will be called to set up an appointment after you fill out an adoption application. For more information call 615-597-3647 or send a message on facebook or email,” said Bennett.

Do you need dog or cat food?

The DeKalb Animal Shelter and Friends Group partner each month in hosting a food pantry for pets.

The next one is Friday, May 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the shelter on Transfer Station Road off Highway 70 east in Smithville behind Tenneco Automotive. The pet food is free. Just drive through and someone will bring it to your vehicle in the pickup line.

Does your dog or cat need to be microchipped.

The DeKalb Animal Shelter is hosting a free microchip clinic at the shelter on Saturday, May 22 from 10 a.m. until noon in partnership with a microchipping company. Fifty free microchips will be provided to residents of DeKalb County.  Registration forms are available. There is no charge to register or for yearly registration updates.

The goal is to eventually microchip all pets or as many as possible.

For more information phone 615-597-3647.

May 1, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

Smithville Mayor Josh Miller urges you to join him and the City of Smithville in celebrating small businesses May 2-8 during the 58th Annual National Small Business Week in the U.S.

Mayor Miller Friday issued a City of Smithville Proclamation to commemorate Small Business Week.

“Small businesses are critically important to the overall economic health of our city, county, state and country because they create jobs, boost our local economy and contribute to the growth of our neighborhoods. Small businesses deserve all the support they can get from us as citizens and consumers in order for them to thrive and grow, especially after the hardships many have endured due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mayor Miller.

The City of Smithville Proclamation is as follows:

WHEREAS, The City of Smithville celebrates our local small businesses in the contributions they make to our local economy and community; and

WHEREAS, Small businesses employs over 48% of the working population in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Small businesses contribute positively to the local economy by supplying jobs and generating tax revenue; and

WHEREAS, Small businesses are crucial to the overall economic health of the United States; and

WHEREAS, The City of Smithville supports our local businesses that create jobs, boost our local economy, and preserve our neighborhood; and

WHEREAS, Advocacy groups as well as public and private organizations across the country have endorsed Small Business Week the first week in May.

NOW, THEREFORE I, JOSH MILLER, MAYOR OF SMITHVILLE, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM MAY 2-8, 2021 TO BE IN OUR CITY SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

Mayor Josh Miller
City of Smithville

April 30, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

The Smithville First Baptist Church is hosting its 3rd annual Spring Community Day on Saturday, May 1 from 10 am until 12 noon at the church’s Life Enrichment Center (gym).

The community is invited to turn out for great fellowship and a lot of freebies.

“We have 100 boxed fans to help keep you cool this summer and we will give one away to each family who attends until we have no more fans,” said FBC Pastor Chad Ramsey.

“ We also have some summer shoes including Crocs and sandals for kids”.

“If you are a senior adult or a single mom we want to give you a free oil change. We have partnered with Napa Auto Parts so if you want a free oil change call us at 615-597-4275 and leave a message because those will have to be scheduled,” said Ramsey.

Unlike previous years no yard sale will be held this year but there will still be plenty to do.

“Its going to be a great day as we serve the community and show our care and love for everyone so come be part of this exciting event Saturday,” said Pastor Ramsey.

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