The Smithville Elementary School’s Community Field Trip was held recently on the Smithville Public Square.
Eleven classes with over 200 students visited the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department, Justin Potter Library, Smithville Fire Hall, and the DeKalb County Courthouse including offices of the County Mayor, Election Commission, Circuit Court Clerk, General Sessions Courtroom, and the Chamber of Commerce. County Mayor Mike Foster handed out “Go Green” backpacks sponsored by the TDOT Litter Grant and spoke to the children about the importance of not littering.
The DeKalb County Clean Up Day will be held on Saturday, May 24th. To sign-up, stop by the County Complex on May 24th from 9 AM to 10 AM to pick up trash bags, rubber gloves, and water. Everyone is encouraged to participate. For more info, call the Chamber at 597-4163.