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Four High School Students Among Six Involved in Three Vehicle Crash
May 20, 2018
By: Dwayne Page
Six people including four teens enroute to the high school graduation were involved in a three vehicle crash Friday evening at the intersection of West Broad Street and Anthony Avenue.
Three of the teens are age 17 and the other is 15. Smithville Police did not release their names because they are minors.
According to Smithville Police Captain Steven Leffew, a 17 year old girl, driving a 2005 white Chevy Cavalier, was turning left (West) onto West Broad Street from Anthony Avenue and crossed the path of an eastbound 2001 Ford F-150 blue truck, driven by 59 year old Ricky Dowell of Alexandria. Dowell’s wife, 57 year old Shelia Dowell was a passenger with Ricky. A 17 year old girl was a passenger with the teen driver in the Cavalier.
Although Dowell swerved trying to avoid a collision, his truck hit the Cavalier, and then struck another vehicle, a westbound 2007 white Ford truck FX4 Off Road, driven by a 17 year old boy. Riding with this teen was a 15 year old girl.
According to the police report, the teen driver of the Cavalier told officers that it was raining really hard and she could not see very well. The girl said she pulled out on to West Broad Street and never saw Dowell’s truck.
Dowell told police that the teen driver of the Cavalier never stopped at the intersection stop sign at West Broad and Anthony Avenue and pulled out in front of him.
Both Ricky and Shelia Dowell were transported by EMS to St Thomas DeKalb Hospital as were the two teens in the Chevy Cavalier. The teens in the Ford FX4 were not injured.
The Smithville Volunteer Fire Department was also on the scene providing assistance.
The crash was investigated by Officer Tyler Patterson of the Smithville Police Department.
Rains Didn’t Dampen Spirits of DCHS Graduates (VIEW VIDEOS HERE)
May 18, 2018
By: Dwayne Page
Two rounds of thundershowers forced a one hour delay in Friday night’s commencement for the Class of 2018 at DeKalb County High School but the rains couldn’t dampen the spirits of the graduates who waited out the weather to go through with the ceremony and receive their diplomas.
All did not go as planned however. Because of the rains, neither the DCHS Chorus or Band were able to perform as scheduled.
Graduating seniors are now looking toward the next chapter in their lives after saying their goodbyes to DCHS as students.
Three of the most outstanding members of the class were singled out for special recognition. This year’s White Rose Awards went to Marshal Evins and Olivia Winter and while the Citizenship Award was presented to Trey Jones.
The White Rose is presented to a boy and girl from the senior class with strong academic performance and contribution to the school and community and exemplary moral character.
The Citizenship Award is given to a student in the senior class who exemplifies strong academic performance and contribution to the school and community.
The honors, distinction, and top rank students were also recognized during the program.
The 177 graduates received their diplomas during the commencement, each one shaking hands and posing for pictures with Director of Schools Patrick Cripps and DCHS Principal Randy Jennings as their names were called.
In her remarks, Valedictorian Allison Maynard challenged her classmates to chase their dreams. “ It is okay to make mistakes. The biggest mistake you could possibly make in life in constantly fearing you will make one. Don let yourself stray from your dream. Dreams may change, but you always ned to have a goal set in mind. Tony Gaskins said if you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs. The future is uncertain, but you have the opportunity to make it however you please. Create dreams and do whatever it takes to live them. Take chances, create opportunities, and change the world. We all have the power to do so. It just takes someone to begin it. The secret to getting ahead is getting started,” said Maynard.
Tyree Cripps, Class President, admonished his fellow graduates to set high goals and not let obstacles discourage them. “ I am confident that our class can truly make a change in the world if we set our ambitions high enough. Do not be afraid to set high goals, because with a strong dedicated work ethic, anything is reachable. Obstacles will definitely be in each of our paths, but the way in which we respond to those obstacles is what molds us into who we will be in the future. Oh the places we can go if we just start by putting one foot in front of the other,” said Cripps.
The program featured an Invocation by Kaitlyn Cantrell of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. DCHS Guidance Counselor Lori Myrick introduced the honors and distinction students. Guidance Counselor Shelly Painter recognized the Top Rank students in the class. Principal Jennings presented awards to both the Class Valedictorian Allison Maynard and the Salutatorian Marshal Evins. After the diplomas were presented, the Benediction was delivered to close out the commencement by Trey Jones, member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
DeKalb Farmers Market to be Open Again Saturday, May 19
May 18, 2018
By: Dwayne Page
Farmers Markets are a Tennessee tradition. Consumers can find almost anything their heart’s desire from fresh fruits and vegetables to fresh flowers and crafts.
The DeKalb County Farmers Market is now open for the season every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. until noon.
“This weekend you are in for a special treat especially if you love to prepare delicious meals for your family. I will be conducting a demonstration on how to prepare a great spinach salad and we want you to join us,” said Connie Tjarks.
“We will have some spinach there for you along with some fresh radishes and fresh green onions. Be sure to also check out our selection of spring time vegetables, herb plants, and everything else we have to offer. It is all locally grown and some of it is even organic and there’s a different variety each week. Stop by to see us this Saturday at the DeKalb Farmers Market and show your support for local farmers and artisans. Be sure to stay tuned to WJLE or check the WJLE website each week to find out what we are going to be offering at the market,” added Tjarks.
The DeKalb County Farmers Market is located on East Bryant Street next to DeKalb County Ace Hardware and the County Complex.
Support your local farmers and artisans. Pick Tennessee! Provided by the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program.
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