Smithville to Flush Fire Hydrants Starting November 5

October 27, 2018
By: Dwayne Page

The City of Smithville has contracted with Rogers hydrant service to flush fire hydrants over a two week period starting Monday, November 5 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The annual flushing of water mains via fire hydrants is a standard maintenance process that improves water quality at the tap by removing accumulated minerals, sediment and tuberculation in the lines (a buildup common in iron pipes that reduces its ability to transmit water). This also helps identify hydrants in need of repair.

The flushing process can cause low water pressure and frequently disturbs the accumulated minerals and sediment in the water mains. The quick release of water from a hydrant causes them to dissolve and temporarily discolor the water delivered to homes and businesses.

“Although, the water is perfectly safe we recommend running a cold water tap for several minutes to help clear the discoloration before using it for drinking or laundry. Please check your washing machine before using it as you may experience discolored clothing due to hydrant flushing,” said Kevin Robinson, City Public Works Director.

The fire hydrant flushing only affects the City of Smithville and its water customers.

October 26, 2018
By: Dwayne Page

The DeKalb County Tigers grounded the Cumberland County Jets 42-0 Friday night in Smithville and will advance to the State Play-Offs next week.

With the win on Senior Night the Tigers conclude the regular season at 3-7 and 1-3 in Region 3 Class 4A finishing in 4^th place.  The Tigers’ opponent in the 1^st round of the play-offs will be Maplewood, the 1^st place team from Region 4.

The Tigers scored their first touchdown of the game with 6:25 left in the 1^st period on a 4 yard run by Desmond Nokes, capping a 64 yard drive. Andrew Fuson tacked on the extra point and DeKalb County led 7-0.

The next score came with 55 seconds left in the 1^st period on a 15 yard touchdown run by David Bradford, completing a 62 yard drive. Fuson added the extra point and the Tigers led 14-0.

Bradford scored on a 23 yard touchdown run with 2:54 left in the 2^nd period capping a 99 yard drive. Fuson booted the extra point and DeKalb County led 21-0.

The Tigers tried to extend their lead before halftime but a 41 yard field goal attempt by Fuson was no good.

Tre Ladet scored on a 1 yard touchdown run with 6:33 left in the 3^rd period. Fuson’s extra point was good and DeKalb County led 28-0.

After recovering a Cumberland County fumble on a kick-off at the Jets 34 yard line, the Tigers mounted another scoring drive. Ladet took it in from 7 yards out with 4:45 left in the 3^rd period and Fuson’s extra point gave the Tigers a 35-0 lead.

With 1:37 left in the 4^th period Grayson Redmon caught a 12 yard touchdown pass from Quarterback Axel Aldino. Fuson added the extra point and the Tigers won 42-0.

October 26, 2018
By: Tecia Puckett Pryor

The 15^th Annual Habitat for Humanity Chili Cook-off and Bake Sale, held Friday, October 26,  2018, at the DeKalb County Community Complex was another great success!  According to the Chili Cook-off Committee, approximately 400 bowls of chili were served, friends and neighbors enjoyed lunching together, and $4,400 was raised for Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County, which will be used towards the building of the 6^th Habitat house, currently underway.

“The Courthouse Gang” from the DeKalb County Officials took Top Chili Honors, with the newcomer team from the Smithville Police Department placing second. Third place chili honors went to “Just Good Chili” from The Inn at Evins Mill.

The Best Decorated Booth Award went to “Power House Chili” from Smithville Electric System, with “DC Health Dept. Heartburn Defenders” from the DeKalb County Health Department coming in second place and “MTNG Clubhouse Chili” from Middle Tennessee Natural Gas placing third.

The Golden Spoon Award went to “The Courthouse Gang” from the DeKalb County Officials, who raised an additional $225.00 for Habitat in cash donations at their booth.

Rounding out the ten participating teams were “The Bean Counters” from Janney & Associates; “Hot Checks Chili” from Wilson Bank and Trust; “First Bank’s First Chili” from First Bank; and “Loan Rangers” from Liberty State Bank;

Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County thanks each of these teams for their enthusiasm and support of the event; all those who donated the delicious baked goods; County Mayor Tim Stribling and his staff for facilitating the event space; and all the fine folks of the community who came out to support Habitat and this great community event.

Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization. Habitat for Humanity builds and renovates houses in partnership with volunteers and families in need, regardless of their ethnic or religious background. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged. To contact Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County, please call 215-8181 or find them on Facebook @HFHDeKalb TN.

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