Matt Adcock to Run for DeKalb County Mayor in 2022 Local Republican Primary

November 15, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

First term Sixth District County Commissioner Matt Adcock has announced his plans to seek the Republican nomination for DeKalb County Mayor in the May 3, 2022 primary.

The GOP candidate nominated in the primary will run against the Democratic nominee and any Independents who may qualify in the August, 2022 DeKalb County General Election.

In addition to his service on the county commission, Adcock is also a Firefighter with DeKalb County Fire Department, an Advanced EMT at DeKalb EMS, a volunteer member of the DeKalb County Rescue Squad, a member of the DeKalb Swiftwater Rescue Task Force, and a former Realtor with Town and Lake Realty.

Adcock’s complete announcement is as follows:

“To the community of DeKalb County, I am pleased to announce that I will be seeking the Republican nomination for the office of DeKalb County Mayor in 2022”.

“As candidate for Mayor, it is important to me that the voices of the people are heard. Our county deserves a representative who is willing to listen to the concerns and seek the feedback of those whom live their lives in this great community. We need to have trust in our government and know that decisions will be made with the intent to be in the best interest of our community. I am confident that if elected Mayor, I will be able to exceed the expectations of the DeKalb County people”.

“As current County Commissioner of the 6th district, I have demonstrated my abilities by spearheading the 2nd amendment resolution that told state and federal government that we as DeKalb County support our 2nd amendment rights, defending our law enforcement from being defunded or micro managed by an oversight committee, and replacing outdated and unsafe equipment and vehicles for our county agencies. This role has given me the opportunities to participate in multiple county committees and provide a lot of protection to citizens that live here. Thank you for putting your trust and support in me during this term”.

“I ask for your continued trust and support as I seek the office of DeKalb County Mayor. My candidacy is founded on Christian morals and Conservative values. In the world we live in today, these morals and values have been forgotten causing much of the turmoil that exists. The future of our county needs someone dedicated to these values with a vested interest in our community. Being a 5th generation citizen of DeKalb County I have a vision to preserve our history and create longevity of our community”.

“Currently, I serve our community as a volunteer Firefighter with DeKalb County Fire Department, an Advanced EMT at DeKalb EMS, a volunteer member of the DeKalb County Rescue Squad, a member of the DeKalb Swiftwater Rescue Task Force, and a former Realtor with Town and Lake Realty”.

“I look forward to meeting you and listening to your feedback during my campaign. I ask that you join me in praying for our community. I ask for your continued support and importantly your vote in the May primary”.

November 15, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

A Liberty man was arrested last week in a burglary and theft investigation.

60 year old James Rick Ashford, Sr. is charged with aggravated burglary and theft of property. His bond totals $6,500 and he will be in court December 2.

Sheriff Patrick Ray said that on November 10 Ashford entered a residence on Big Woods Road without permission and stole a phone from the kitchen.

“A deputy was called to a residence on Big Woods Road due to a report of stolen property. The victim said that Ashford came to the home and entered through the back door without permission. Once inside, Ashford started screaming and approached the victim in an aggressive manner before witnesses intervened. After Ashford left the victim noticed a phone missing from the kitchen. Ashford was later arrested and he admitted to having the phone. Blood evidence was collected at the back door of the residence where Ashford entered. The value of the phone is $400,” said Sheriff Ray.

44 year old Harry Carlson McIntosh of Old Bildad Road, Smithville is charged with violation of bond conditions. His bond is $2,500 and he will be in court December 2.

Sheriff Ray said that on November 11 a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Old Bildad Road to conduct a welfare check on a woman. Upon arrival he spoke with the woman who said she was okay. Knowing there had been prior complaints of domestic violence there, the officer asked if anyone else was present and the woman replied “no”. The deputy was then granted permission to conduct a walk thru of the home and found McIntosh hiding behind a couch. A background computer check through central dispatch confirmed that McIntosh was under active bond conditions to have no contact with this woman.

37 year old Joshua Walter Hodges of Old Post Road, McMinnville is charged with being a fugitive from justice. His bond is $50,000 and he will make a court appearance December 2.

Sheriff Ray said that on November 10 while being incarcerated at the sheriff’s department, Hodges was found to have an active warrant for his arrest from the state of Alabama with a nationwide extradition confirmed.

53 year old Timothy Scott Bruner of Sparta is charged with driving under the influence. His bond is $1,500 and he will make a court appearance December 2.

Sheriff Ray said that on November 8 after being informed that Bruner might be driving drunk, a sheriff’s department detective spotted Bruner driving a black Ford F150 on South Congress Boulevard and noticed him cross the white line on the right side of the roadway. The registration on Bruner’s truck was also expired. The detective conducted a traffic stop and spoke with Bruner whose speech was slow and slurred and his eyes were glassy and watery. Open containers of beer were visible in the truck. Bruner refused to submit to standardized field sobriety tasks and implied consent.

36 year old Nicholas Cody Walls of Coconut Ridge Road, Smithville is charged with violation of an order of protection. His bond is $2,500 and he will be in court December 2.

Sheriff Ray said that on November 8 a deputy was dispatched to a residence on Coconut Ridge Road due to a domestic dispute between a mother and son. Upon arrival the officer learned that the incident grew out of a verbal argument but he further discovered through central dispatch that an active full order of protection was in place against Walls for him to keep away from his mother.

42 year old Russell Shannon Estes of Short Mountain Highway, Smithville is charged with aggravated assault. His bond is $5,000 and he will make a court appearance December 2.

Sheriff Ray said that on November 9 a deputy received a report from Estes’ girlfriend who said that on November 7 she and Estes got into an argument which led to him trying to strangle her resulting in bruises to her neck and throat.

November 15, 2021
By: Dwayne Page

The City of Smithville has two new four-door Dodge Chargers for the Police Department thanks to a USDA grant which paid for most of the costs.

The combined costs of the two Dodge Chargers was $51,630 but the city was approved for a USDA grant in the amount of $41,336 toward the purchase. The city’s local matching portion was $10,294.

The two new vehicles replace two older Ford Crown Victoria police cars which are being retired from service.