DeKalb County Fair Opens Monday Night, July 15

July 14, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The DeKalb County Fair returns for its annual weeklong run Monday through Saturday, July 15-20.

With the theme “Celebrating 163 years at the Great DeKalb County Fair, this year’s edition will feature another fun filled week of rides by Prime Time Amusement Company, the opening of a brand new Ag Center for hosting various fair activities, and many crowd pleasing events including the Demolition Derby, Bullwhip Rodeo, ATV/Motorcycle Racing, the Lip Sync Battle and much more.

Two new beauty pageants will be added this year, a Mrs. Fair Queen for ladies up to age 54, and a Miss Senior Fair Queen for women age 55 and older.

Cash drawings will be held each night and you must be present to win. Any cash not won during the week will be given away on Saturday night.

The Farm Bureau mobile “Tennessee Agriculture in the Classroom” AgSimulator will also be on site during the fair behind the Commercial Building and in front of the new Ag Center. Students and adults will get to experience the feel of a real harvester cab while true ag facts and harvest simulations play inside the simulator.

The TWRA, Tennessee Division of Forestry, and Tennessee Highway Patrol will have displays and information to share.

The schedule of Fair events each night is as follows:

Monday, July 15:
*Cattle Show at the Ag Center- 6:00 p.m.
*Bullwhip Rodeo at the T.C. McMillen Arena- 7:30 p.m.
*Junior Fair Princess Pageant for contestants ages 13-16 at 6:00 p.m. followed by the Fairest of the Fair Pageant for contestants ages 17 to 20 at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Lip Sync Battle (Round 1) at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Tuesday, July 16:
*Poultry Show: 6:00 p.m. at the Tot Kelly Barn
*Little Mister for contestants ages 4-6: 6:00 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Little Miss for contestants ages 4-6 following the Little Mister Pageant
*Demolition Derby: 7:00 p.m. at the T.C. McMillen Arena
*Corn Hole Tournament: 7:00 p.m.
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Wednesday, July 17:
*Cooking Lamb: 6:00 p.m. at the Ag Center (First Come, First Served)
*Little Miss Princess Pageant for contestants ages 7-9: 6:00 p.m. followed by the Miss Sweetheart Pageant for those ages 10-12 at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Kiddie Tractor Pull: 7:00 p.m. at the Ag Center
*ATV/Motorcycle Racing: 7:00 p.m. at the T.C. McMillen Arena
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Thursday, July 18:
*Senior Day: 9:00 a.m. Alexandria Senior Center
*Junior Goat Show: 6:00 p.m. at the Ag Center
* Baby Show for contestants one day to 12 months: 6:00 p.m. followed Mrs. Fair Queen (up to age 54) at the Lions Club Pavilion followed by Miss Senior Fair Queen (age 55 and older)
*ATV/Motorcycle Racing: 7:00 p.m. at the T.C. McMillen Arena
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Friday, July 19:
*Sheep Show: 6:00 p.m. at the Ag Center
*Toddler Show for contestants 13 months to 48 months: 6:00 p.m. followed by Lip Sync Battle (Finale) at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Antique Tractor Pull: 7:00 p.m. at the T.C. McMillen Arena
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Saturday, July 20:
*Horseshoe Tournament: Noon at the Tot Kelly barn
*Gospel Singing: 6:00 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion
*Super Tractor/Truck Pull: 7:00 p.m. at the T.C. McMillen Arena
*Cash Drawing-9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club Pavilion

Take a stroll down Memory Lane and enjoy nightly entertainment at the Memory Lane Stage in Memory Village which features replicas of Prichard’s Motors, DeKalb Telephone Cooperative, Jennings’ Barber Shop, DeKalb Community Bank, Alexandria Drug Store, Jennings Produce, Alexandria Mercantile, and DeKalb County Fair Veterans Building.

Come see and hear this year’s performers sponsored by Wilson Bank & Trust.

Monday, July 15:

6:30 p.m.   David Turner & Friends

Tuesday, July 16:

6:30 p.m.   Dessa Ray

Wednesday, July 17:

7:00 p.m.  Youth Alive

(Presented by Smithville AG and Area Churches)

Thursday, July 18:

6:30 p.m.   Sassy Smithville Stompers & The DeKalb Dancin’ Delights

7:45 p.m.   Terri Lynn Weaver

Friday, July 19:

6:30 p.m.   By Grace

7:45 p.m.   Funky Cowboys

Saturday, July 20:

6:30 p.m. Mid State Cloggers Team

7:45  p.m. Sadie Faith

Rides on the Midway will be provided by Prime Time Amusement. Unlimited rides will be available for $15.00 on Monday night; $16.00 on Tuesday night; $14.00 on Wednesday and $18.00 on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Admission to the fair is $5.00 per person. Children age four and younger will be admitted free! Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. The exhibit building is open from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Parking is Free!

Visit the DeKalb County Fair website for more information at www.dekalbcountyfairtn.com.

July 14, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Caleb Wood may be a teenager from a small town but he is hoping his big voice will land him a spot on “American Idol.”

Caleb, the 16 year old son of Eric and Abigail Wood of the Blue Springs Community in DeKalb County, will be auditioning for the popular program in Knoxville on August 29.

Button Willow General Store downtown Smithville, where Caleb often performs, will be hosting a kick-off event for him on August 16 from 7-9 p.m. and he will be singing some original and cover songs. The public is invited to attend.

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Wood is originally from Warren County and he still attends Warren County High School but his family moved to Blue Springs about a year ago.

Caleb, who will be a Junior this fall, said he has always enjoyed singing.

“I grew up singing around the house but in eighth grade I learned how to play the guitar. My science teacher taught me and my best friend how to play. Ever since then I have loved music and play music about every day,” he said.

“My tenth grade year I made the high school choir and the teacher, Kennette Dixon, really taught me how to use and be more powerful with my voice. She really helped me out a lot,” Caleb continued.

Wood, a solo artist, loves rock and country music and writes some of his own material. He describes himself as a “Chris Stapleton” or “Lynyrd Skynyrd” type when it comes to his sound.

His performances were mostly at school-related events until he got the attention of the owners of Button Willow.

“I had done a couple of talent shows and played at a special needs pageant in Warren County and then one day my mom was there (Button Willow) shopping and she found out that people perform down there. We played for them and they liked me so we started playing there,” said Caleb.

Wood said he is excited to be auditioning for “American Idol” and hopes to one day become a star.

“I am going to Knoxville to audition on August 29 and if I make it past the first round they will fly me out to Los Angeles. My dream is to get as far as I can and share my music with the world,” added Caleb.

July 13, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

The DeKalb County Democratic Party will host a Potluck Dinner on Monday August 12th at 6:00 pm at the DeKalb County High School Cafeteria.

Guest speakers will include: House Democratic Leader Karen Camper (D-Memphis), and U.S. Senate candidate James Mackler. Music will be provided by Charles and Bonnie Collier.

Enjoy food, fun, and music. If you have a special dish feel free to share. Donations will be accepted at the event.

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