County Firefighters Battle Large Fire Involving Wooden Pallets

September 6, 2024
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The DeKalb County Fire Department was dispatched to 450 South Mill Street, Dowelltown today (Thursday) for a reported commercial structure fire.

In a prepared statement, the department reported that upon arrival, firefighters found that a large pile of wood pallets and other miscellaneous items under the pallets were on fire but the building was not on fire.

Due to the size of the fire, several vehicles were threatened. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and no vehicles or buildings were damaged.

The incident was referred to the Tennessee Department of Environmental and Conservation Air Quality Division because evidence was present that indicated prohibited materials being burned under the pallets.

The Main and Liberty fire stations responded to the incident.

September 6, 2024
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Secretary of State Tre Hargett, State Sen. Janice Bowling, and State Rep. Michael Hale today announced a Technology Grant totaling $3,354 for the Justin Potter Library. These funds will help cover the cost of desktops, laptops, and software.

“Libraries are essential community assets that support education and lifelong learning, solidifying our future,” said Sen. Bowling. “This grant will enable our library to continue offering valuable services and programs to address the evolving needs of patrons.”

Technology grants are administered by the Tennessee State Library & Archives, a division of the Secretary of State’s Office. These grants are funded through the Library Services Act (LSTA), as administered through the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Each grant is matched with local funds.

“Public libraries are vital for cultivating a love of reading and learning,” Rep. Hale said. “This grant will allow our library to expand its technological offerings and reach even more members of our growing community.”

This year $373,869 in technology grant funding was awarded to 98 libraries across the state. These grants are used to purchase or replace computers, software, networking software, and other electronic equipment for library staff and patrons.

“Thank you to Sen. Bowling and Rep. Hale for their continued support of our local libraries,” said Secretary Hargett. “Technological upgrades at libraries address the unique needs of patrons in the communities these facilities serve. I appreciate Sen. Bowling’s and Rep. Hale’s partnership, dedication, and advocacy on behalf of Tennessee’s libraries.”

To learn more about grants for public libraries administered by the Library & Archives, visit sos.tn.gov/tsla.

September 5, 2024
By: Dwayne Page

Smithville Elementary would like to recognize our Students of the Month for August. These students were selected for their outstanding character, academics, and other traits that make them an all-around excellent student. Selected as Students of the Month for August are:

PreK- Saray Trejo, Grayson Stanley

Kindergarten – Savannah Rodriguez Prado, Daniel Godinez

1st Grade – Raine Pettit, Diana Vasquez Pablo

2nd Grade – Tinley Duggin, Laken Thomas

The students are pictured with SES Principal Anita Puckett.

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