Wednesday Dec 30 | Smithville Herald
Even pets are in need this year
While it may not fit the classic narrative, even pets are feeling the recession this year.
Dekalb County: Men Steal Steamroller
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Department charged two men last week with theft of property over $500 for allegedly stealing a steamroller.
Ask Sgt. Kevin Downs how it feels to be back with the 278th National Guard unit in Ashland City, and you'll get an upbeat, casual response.
DeKalb County: Woman Found Dead in Overturned Car
The body of a 49 year old woman was found inside her car in a rain swollen creek off Bright Hill Road Sunday morning in DeKalb County.
The life of the party: Legendary fiddler and Blount resident Charlie Acuff to be feted on Saturday
Fiddler Terry Nell Morris will be on hand to pay tribute to Charlie Acuff on Saturday at Music Row of Maryville.
Nearby DeKalb County: Resident Says When She Checked on Turkey, She Found Overnight Fire
A fire early Thanksgiving morning destroyed the home of Roscoe and Marie Rigsby in the Smithville area near Center Hill Lake.
Students air it out for veterans
Students and staff at Smithville Elementary School took part in a unique Veterans Day project Monday, Nov.
UT band still known for dedication, discipline, skill
Drum major Ben Farr, left, directs members of the University of Tennessee's Pride of the Southland marching band during practice Wednesday.
Gun buyers, dealers blast NYC report
Stephanie Rhodes heard about New York City's undercover investigation of gun shows, including some in Tennessee, and wants Mayor Michael Bloomberg to know how she feels.
Mr. and Mrs. Leo Adames of Cunningham announce the engagement of their daughter, Julia Grace Adames to Richard Louis Purdue, son of the Rev.
41-Year Old Accused of Sexual Contact With 4-year Old
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Department has charged a Smithville man with aggravated sexual battery for allegedly having sexual contact with a four year old child.
Retired banker to be honored Friday
After nearly 48 years in the banking industry, Glenn Foutch will be honored Friday at a retirement party.
Larry and Kathy Reynolds of Smithville announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristy Diane Reynolds, to Andrew Louis Longmire of Knoxville.
Sharron Eckert to be featured on public television show
Cumberland County resident Sharron Eckert will be featured on a new segment of "Tennessee Crossroads" on public television.
Plant Workers Become Sick After Spill
Authorities in DeKalb County were on the scene of a chemical spill at a plant Sunday night were several people became sick.
Chemical Spill Prompts Evacuations
SMITHVILLE, Tenn.- A chemical spill in DeKalb County had emergency officials working hard to keep a community safe Sunday night.
Ever made a $3,000 purchase and later found out it was a mistake. A Murfreesboro man who recently bought a dirt bike for 3-grand on CraigsList found out he made a mistake the hard way.
I fight a constant battle with myself to keep my home office neat. "Why do I keep all those pencils?" I asked myself as I looked at the cluttered desk.
Smithville festival gauges economic bounceback
The Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree is one of the largest festivals in one of the smallest towns, and organizers hope this year's turnout is a sign that the economy is recovering.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is reporting the arrest of a 21-year-old Smithville, Tennessee man in Perry County Saturday night.