Scam: DeKalb Fire Not Conducting Phone Solicitation
The DeKalb County Volunteer Fire Department warning residents to be wary of fraudulent phone solicitations from individuals claiming to represent the department. DeKalb County Fire Chief Donny Green said the department began receiving reports from citizens regarding phone calls asking for donations toward a camp for children who have suffered burns. “We have not partnered […]
Habitat Repairs Program Returns To Help Local Residents
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is opening its Critical Repair Program to provide essential home maintenance for low-income residents. Grants and Repairs Coordinator Stacy Nash said the program targets existing homes in Putnam, Overton, White, and Dekalb Counties that require urgent financial assistance for structural needs. Nash said the organization focuses on necessary repairs such […]
New Ambulance For Dekalb County Via State Grant
DeKalb County will purchase a new ambulance thanks to a $305,461 state grant. Mayor Matt Adcock said the funding comes from a bill passed by the state legislature that authorized 89 counties to receive new emergency vehicles. Adcock said the grant requires no local matching funds. “It was a full, no match grant that we […]
DeKalb County Commission Votes Down Jail Project Postponement
A proposal to temporarily halt work on DeKalb County’s planned jail project until after the August election failed, with commissioners voting 9-3 against the measure. Commissioner Myron Rhodey said voters should go to the polls before work continues. “I think we need to, according to people I’ve talked with, we need to slow down on […]
Smithville Event Showcases Pre-Historic American Artifacts
The Volunteer State Archaeological Society hosting an artifact show in Smithville this weekend to showcase prehistoric Native American items and preserve local history. Host Steve Dedmon said the event features 65 to 70 tables of displays for the public to view. Dedmon said he and two other hosts took over the long-running show this year […]
Former 13th Assistant DA Pleads No Contest To Theft
A former Upper Cumberland Assistant District Attorney entered a no contest plea to Class A misdemeanor theft, following an investigation into improper mileage reimbursements. Jessie Mayberry received at least $6,000 for her daily commute between January 2021 and January 2025. Mayberry also submitted questionable mileage claims totaling $3,613.72 during a period when coworkers and law […]
Seay Chapel Restoration Continues With Saturday Workday
Volunteers can join the work Saturday to restore the Seay Chapel and its surrounding historic grounds in Alexandria with approximately 500 unmarked graves. Friends of Alexandria Historic Cemeteries District Co-Chair Kristina Wheeler said the site is a designated historic district that contains some of the earliest burials in DeKalb County. Wheeler said the location is […]
DeKalb Candidates Commit To Weekend Voter Preparation
Several DeKalb County candidates are prioritizing public accountability this Saturday by participating in a town hall meeting to address community concerns ahead of early voting. County Mayoral candidate Beth Pafford said the event serves as a vital opportunity to interact directly with residents and answer questions about the issues they care about most. Pafford said […]
Edgar Evins State Park To Reopen Following Storm Cleanup
Edgar Evins State Park will reopen Friday after a microburst storm last week caused significant damage. Park Manager 2 Brad Halfacre said crews have successfully restored water and power services to the park and the marina. Halfacre said the roadway is now clear and passable, though visitors will still see evidence of the cleanup as […]
Edgar Evins Park Closed, Power Work And Cleanup Continues
Edgar Evins State Park remains closed after Friday’s storm trapped dozens of visitors Friday as falling trees and downed power lines blocked roads. Park Manager Brad Halfacre said approximately 50 to 60 people were stuck in their vehicles across at least four sections of the park. Halfacre said power lines became intertwined with fallen trees. […]
