Keara McKinsey Milligan Crowned Junior Fair Princess

July 12, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

The 2021 Junior Fair Princess of the DeKalb County Fair is Keara McKinsey Milligan of Smithville.

Milligan , 14 year old daughter of Josh and Cyndi Milligan, was among nine young ladies ages 13-16 who competed for the crown on the opening night of the DeKalb County Fair Monday.

She succeeds the 2019 Junior Fair Princess, Addison Jean Puckett, 17 year old daughter of Jimmy and Anita Puckett of Smithville. There was no Junior Fair Princess Pageant last year due to COVID-19.

The first runner-up was Allyson Roxanne Fuller, 15 year old daughter of Anthony and Amanda Fuller of Smithville.

Second runner-up was Kailey Evangaline Herron, 16 year old daughter of Krista Mullican and Greg Herron of Smithville.

Chloe Faith Lawson was third runner-up. She is the 15 year old daughter of Victoria Poteet and Adam Denny of Smithville. Lawson was also named Miss Congeniality.

The fourth runner-up was Katie Madison Linder, 13 year old daughter of Joshua and Emily Linder of Smithville.

The title of Most Photogenic went to Elizabeth Harlee Rae Stanley, 16 year old daughter of Chris and Dana Stanley of Liberty.

Other contestants were Eden Garner, 14 year old daughter of Debbie Garner of Smithville; Addison Renae Hale, 14 year old daughter of Cayla Mahaney and Chris Hale of Smithville; and Kyleigh Breanne Hill, 16 year old daughter of David and Colleen Clary of Smithville and the late Kyle Hill.

July 12, 2021
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The Jimmy Church Band took ALL to “soul church” during their super-tight Saturday night headliner performance at Bert Driver’s Burlap Room.

One of the world’s leading dance and show groups, Jimmy Church is a 10-piece, high energy band consisting of rhythm and horn sections, dazzling choreography, and the titillating voices of Cinnamon and Spice.

“Jumpin’ Jordan Morack and the Mighty Beans”, a group of jazz musicians (some from MTSU), led by Jordan Morack, took the Burlappers to the point of “We want more music”, which was the exact goal of an opening act. Young, vibrant, and funky, it was exciting to see these talented players already getting head starts on honing their live performance skills on our Redbud Stage,” said Bert Driver

Even the seasoned veterans from the Jimmy Church Band were impressed with the “young’uns’” chops and performances.

And now back to Mr. Jimmy Church and his top-notch entourage. “It’s amazing that this world-traveler is still performing (at his age of 82 years young), having been playing professionally now for almost (65) years. He has one of the most professional, high class musical acts I have ever seen…and it’s been that way for over fifty years,” said Driver!

Saturday night was no exception as Jimmy, along with his squeaky-tight horn section, featured singers Cinnamon and Spice, (Their smokin’ rendition of Proud Mary would have made Ms. Tina proud!)

Mr. Jimmy and the band had a wonderfully diverse bunch o’ Burlappers up and dancin like crazy to songs from Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, and the complete Motown playbook to Eric Clapton, Journey and Bruno Mars!

“After playing just about every fraternity house at all major colleges, after being invited by the royal family to play a special reception in England, (hobnobbing with Prince Harry, etc.), after being voted the “#1 Wedding Band in America” by Vogue magazine, the Jimmy Church Band “brought it on home” to the Burlappers in Smithville. It was a magical, unforgettable evening for all in attendance and indeed a fitting homage to some of the best music and performers God ever sent us to help us deal with all the crazy stuff. Rock on, Mr. Jimmy Church,” said Driver

“Hey, Burlappers and wannabe Burlappers. Sign up for our email newsletter/calendar on all our social media channels or visit bertdriver.com for more info,” Driver continued.

Jordan Morack and his jazz group, featuring the vocal stylings of Kileah Wooten will be back on Thursday, July 22 for the 6th edition of Burlap Willow Cigar Night- check Bertdriver.com.

July 12, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

Smithville Police recently charged two people in an escape attempt

44 year old Byron Ray Wilson of 620 Smith Road was arrested on June 23 for escape along with 19 year old Hannah Marie Grisham of 7073 Short Mountain Highway for permitting or facilitating escape. According to police, Wilson was taken into custody on outstanding warrants and placed inside a patrol car. While the officer was getting into the driver’s seat to transport Wilson, Grisham opened the passenger door to let Wilson escape. After Wilson was captured, the officer found Grisham hiding in a dryer at the residence of 199 Carter Drive where she was also taken into custody. Bond for Wilson is $15,000 and $7,500 for Grisham.

39 year old Tommy Jerome Bates of 848 Foster Road was arrested on June 3 for disorderly conduct. Police were dispatched to Anthony Avenue after a man was observed walking in the roadway and yelling. The officer stopped to speak with the man, Bates and warned him to be quiet. Later at approximately 3:35 am, police were dispatched to Cill Street for a similar complaint and found Bates again making noise keeping people from being able to sleep. This time Bates was taken into custody. His bond was set at $1,500.

26 year old Brandon Dale Winne of 104 Windham Street was arrested on June 3 for domestic assault. Police were summoned to investigate a domestic complaint and discovered that Winne had grabbed the victim’s phone from her, threw it and then struck her in the face, leaving a visible injury over her right eye. After Winne went outside, the victim locked the door and shoved a couch in front of it to prevent Winne from coming back in but he kicked the door in. The victim, while yelling for Winne to go away, locked herself in a room until police arrived. Bond for Winne is $5,000.

Jeffery Johnson of Smithville was arrested for public intoxication on June 4. Police responded to 623 Restview Avenue in reference to an unwanted person. Upon arrival the officer found the suspect, Johnson on the back sidewalk of the residence where he had thrown trash and rocks all about the area. While speaking with him, the officer noticed that Johnson’s speech was slurred. He was unsteady on his feet and he seemed to be confused and disoriented. Johnson was arrested for his safety and that of the public. His bond was set at $1,500.

38 year old Micheal Eugene Lattimore of 257 Oak Street was arrested on June 4 for public intoxication. Lattimore was found crying, yelling, and cussing while standing at the intersection of South Mountain & West Bryant Street. The investigating officers noticed that Lattimore was unsteady on his feet. Lattimore’s speech was slurred and he became belligerent towards the officers while yelling at residents in the area. Due to his behavior, he was taken into custody. His bond was set at $1,000.

41 year old Charles John Ward of 814 Luttrell Avenue was arrested on June 6 for domestic assault. Police were dispatched to Ward’s home to investigate a domestic complaint. Upon arrival the officer spoke with the victim who had a red mark on the side of her leg. Police learned that Ward was intoxicated and became angry with the victim after something she said. Ward then punched her in the leg and swung his fist at her though she was able to dodge the blow. Ward then fell in the floor and the victim was able to go outside until police arrived. Ward’s bond is $5,000.

49 year old Melvin Eugene Turnbill of 863 J.E. Evins Avenue was arrested on June 8 for violation of an order of protection and he was cited for speeding. Police pulled Turnbill over for speeding and learned through a computer check with central dispatch that there was an active order of protection against Turnbill to keep away from the petitioner (victim) but Turnbill was on the phone with the victim as the officer was speaking with him. The victim also drove by and stopped in the street to speak with another officer on the scene. Bond for Turnbill is $3,500.

41 year old Anthony Doel Atnip of 811 Luttrell Avenue was cited on June 8 for assault. Police said Atnip assaulted the victim by hitting him in the face twice with his hand causing injury to the victim’s eye and face.

24 year old Jeff Rayburn Prisock of 511 Carter Street was arrested on June 11 for driving under the influence and he was cited for speeding and violation of financial responsibility. Police spotted Prisock traveling 54 mph in a 30 mph zone on a black motorcycle. The officer initiated a traffic stop on South Congress Boulevard and detected an odor of alcohol coming from Prisock. His eyes were glossy. He was unsteady and his speech was slurred. While speaking with Prisock, the officer learned that he had been drinking a couple hours prior. Prisock submitted to a series of standardized field sobriety tasks but performed poorly and he could not provide proof of insurance. His bond was $1,500.

49 year old Patsy Lynn Estes of 630 Highland Avenue was arrested on June 19 for domestic assault. Police were summoned to investigate a possible domestic complaint and spoke with both parties involved. Upon investigation, it was discovered that Estes had gone to the victim’s residence after a verbal altercation across the yard and punched her in the face. The victim had visible injuries. Estes was determined to have been the primary aggressor and was taken into custody without incident. Bond for Estes was $2,500.

39 year old Tommy Jerome Bates of 848 Foster Road was cited on June 19 for shoplifting. Bates was found in the restroom at Food Lion with a 24 ounce Natty Daddy Natural Beer that he had not paid for. Store employees observed the shoplifting incident.

54 year old Jeffery Lee Johnson was arrested on June 19 for public intoxication and resist stop, halt, frisk, arrest. Police were summoned to 608 South Congress Boulevard where a man in overalls was walking in and out of the roadway. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the man, Johnson who was wearing only overalls with no shoes or socks. He was standing in the parking lot weaving back and forth. While the officer was speaking with him, Johnson began moving away from him and then took off running. After being caught, Johnson tried to resist arrest. His bond is $5,000 and his court date is July 15.

52 year old Micheal Lynn Vance was arrested for criminal trespass on June 24. Police were called to 628 Andrew Street to break up a fight. Upon arrival the officer was informed that Vance was trying to fight others. Vance was ordered to keep away from this property at the Housing Authority on July 20 and had previously been issued a citation on September 8, 2020 for trespassing there. Vance was taken into custody without incident. His bond was set at $3,500 and he will be in court July 15.

42 year old Jason Richard Skaroupka of 1222 South College Street was cited on June 16 for driving on a revoked license and simple possession. An officer observed Skaroupka leaving Kwik-N-Ezy in a Dodge Caravan knowing that his license were revoked. The officer then pulled over Skaroupka and after receiving a consent to search, found 0.9 grams of a white crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine in the vehicle. His court date is July 22.

40 year old Rickey Lynn Martin was arrested on June 27 for public intoxication. Police were called to 466 West Broad Street where a man was observed running around the store bothering people. Upon arrival, the officer confronted the man, Martin who was talking very fast and moving around uncontrollably. The officer could not understand most of what Martin was saying but was under the impression that he (Martin) thought someone may have put drugs in his drink. Martin was determined to be a danger to himself and others. His bond is $1,500 and his court date is July 22.

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