Glynn Merriman to make a run for the County Commission in 5th District

March 8, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

Local businessman Glynn Merriman wants to become a member of the County Commission and will be seeking the Republican nomination in the DeKalb County GOP Primary on May 3.

Merriman’s formal announcement is as follows:

“My name is Glynn Merriman and I am seeking election for 5th District County Commissioner on Tuesday, May 3rd. I have been married to Rhonda Merriman for 39 years. We have 3 children and 3 grandchildren. I am a conservative and lifelong resident of DeKalb County; a local small business owner of Glynn’s Auto Sales, an active member of Smithville First Free Will Baptist Church and I am active in my community”.

“I believe that the role as a county commissioner is to listen to the needs of our community members and translate that into reality. If elected, I will serve as the voice for our community; both transparency and honesty are qualities that will represent our district. By listening to your concerns, identifying where issues lie, and problem solving cooperatively with the board of commissioners, I will strive to make continuing progress for DeKalb County. These values and qualities are vital to serving in this role for commissioner. I am prepared to stand up for what is best for our community, county, and our future. I would appreciate your vote and support in the upcoming election on Tuesday, May 3rd,” said Merriman.

March 8, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

Youngsters will soon have a new place to go for summer fun.

Smithville Mayor Josh Miller informed the aldermen Monday night during their regular monthly meeting that equipment for the new 2,400 square foot splash pad at Green Brook Park has arrived and will soon be installed. It should be up and running by May.

“The splash pad has been delivered off site so hopefully in the next couple of weeks they will start construction on our splash pad. I talked to Mr. Adam Walton today (Monday) and we are still planning for May. I am hoping for the first of May. I will get with everyone and hopefully we can have a groundbreaking soon,” said Mayor Miller.

In November, the aldermen awarded a bid to Aquatix of Cookeville at $172,976. To pay for it the aldermen adopted a budget amendment authorizing an expenditure of up to $173,000 for the splash pad. The money for the project will be taken from the city’s unreserved fund balance.

Meanwhile the aldermen also adopted a $40,000 budget amendment on first reading Monday night to resurface the city tennis courts. Bids are being accepted through Friday.

The aldermen further approved a budget amendment on second reading to make a contribution of $20,000 to the DeKalb County Youth Baseball League for the repair and rehabilitation of the city owned Joe L. Evins Ballpark.

The funds for both projects will come from the city’s share of federal American Rescue Plan Act money.

March 8, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

A woman who swallowed some heroin trying to avoid a drug charge now faces an offense for fabricating or tampering with evidence.

27-year-old Amber Cheyenne Caldwell of Pine Orchard Road, Smithville is also charged with bringing contraband into a penal institution. Her bond is $15,000 and she will make a court appearance on March 24.

Sheriff Patrick Ray said that on February 28 while signing a citation prior to being taken into custody during a traffic stop Caldwell reported to an officer that she swallowed some heroin trying to avoid criminal charges.

Later while a correctional officer was going through Caldwell’s belongings at the jail, she reported that a roach was in the front pocket of her purse. There the officer looked and found a green leafy substance in rolling paper believed to be marijuana.

23-year-old Emilie Jo Parrott of Whitehouse is charged with filing a false report. Her bond is $7,500 and she will make a court appearance on March 24.

Sheriff Ray said that on February 18, 2021, Parrott filed a report of a sexual assault but after an investigation and interviewing the victim, an officer determined that the report was false.

33-year-old Kyle Cooper Denton of Doyle is charged with theft of property over $1,000. His bond is $15,000 and he will be in court March 24.

Sheriff Ray said that on October 4, 2021, Denton stole several items from a victim on Cripps Lane, Smithville including a speed air gas air compressor, a Dewalt impact gun with charger and batteries, a Troybilt pressure washer with Honda engine 2600 psi, a Hobart 110-volt Mig welder, and a NAPA battery charger with a total value of $2,860. The stolen items were pawned at two locations in McMinnville.

36-year-old Joshua Joel Bain of Blue Springs Road, Smithville is charged with domestic assault. His bond is $3,500 and he will make a court appearance on March 17.

Sheriff Ray said that on March 4 a deputy was dispatched to the scene of a physical domestic complaint and spoke with a woman who reported that she and Bain had gotten into an argument during which Bain struck her on the right side of the face leaving a large red mark.

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