17th Century Smithville Cemetery Set For Next Upkeep
Over a year after receiving a some $40,000 boost from a kick-off fundraiser, the historic Smithville Town Cemetery taking the next step in renovations. Bethel Thomas Jr. said the project was made possible by the strong support of the community. Following the initial phase, Thomas said his team will build a cobblestone fence on the eastern […]
Local Group Restoring Smithville Town Cemetery
A local group will be fundraising this Thursday to help restore the Smithville City Cemetery. Smithville Town Cemetery Association Member Bethel Thomas Jr. said the restoration project is called Project 1838. That’s when the cemetery was founded, around the same time Smithville became a community. Thomas said it is hard to find funds in small […]
