Evins Mill to Receive Some Upgrades

February 20, 2022
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Smithville’s Evins Mill, a former estate of US Congressman Joe Evins, is a historic woodland resort situated on a 40-acre property that boasts one of the few Eastern Hemlock forests in the Upper Cumberland.

When it came time to upgrade Evins Mill’s main entrance and complete various other improvements, the property’s owner had no question who to turn to for the design and construction efforts of the highly cherished, charismatic resort. In 2019, Cookeville-based J&S Construction successfully partnered with the resort to transform a small, simple kitchen area into a five-star, commercial galley perfect for serving world-class alfresco dining.

Fast forward to 2022, Manning Overlook, the resort’s bustling event space was in need of some upgrades to allow the space’s marquis deck to be transformed into year-round functionality for its growing number of special events. Superior attention was given to design an enclosure that maintained the building’s versatility to the weather of each season of the year. Custom windows were selected by the owner that will fold up and position out of sight during the warmer months, providing an unobstructed view of the surrounding natural landscape of the resort property. Likewise, in the colder months, the windows will create a barrier between the warm, cozy indoor experience and the beautiful winter landscape.

The main entrance will also be upgraded to include wheelchair accessibility features, including elimination of the entry step and installation of a wider entry door. Additionally, a permanent service counter will be fitted to the left of the main entrance which will be multi-functional for the many events hosted by Evins Mill each year.

J&S Construction is thrilled to be a part of the conversion of Manning Overlook’s existing deck space to allow Evins Mill’s premier hospitality team to continue providing its five-star service during all the beautiful seasons Tennessee has to offer.

Minutes from Center Hill Lake, Evins Mill provides all the amenities of a luxury destination in the intimate setting of a woodland resort. The site includes a 90-foot waterfall, swimming hole, hiking trails and a fishing pond.

For more information, visit Evins Mill’s website at www.evinsmill.com.

February 19, 2022
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Town & Lake Realty is once again setting records! They have been established for just under four years and continue to excel in every possible way. In 2021, Town & Lake Realty closed approximately $57 million in real estate transactions. Ten of their agents were recognized by Eastern Middle Tennessee Association of Realtors and given the “2021’s Award of Excellence”.

Town & Lake Realty prides itself in hiring only the best agents, providing top notch customer service. Their continual training keeps their team on top of the market and prepared to serve our clients and community.

Town & Lake is excited to announce they will be expanding services offered in 2022 for DeKalb and surrounding counties. In the past four years they have changed the market in DeKalb County and raised the bar for excellence. Town & Lake is ready to bring more to their community in the months to come. A community they are proud to call home.

February 18, 2022
By: Dwayne Page

Larry Green has formally announced his candidacy for the county commission, 5th district in the May 3 DeKalb County Republican Primary.

“My name is Larry Green, and I am a candidate for County Commissioner in the fifth district Republican primary on May 3rd. My wife Natalie and I have been married for 50 years and have two children and six grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Natalie was a teacher in the DeKalb County school system and both our children attended DeKalb County schools”.

“I am a veteran of the United States Air Force and a graduate of Tennessee Tech. I have worked in manufacturing as a Production Controller and Purchasing Manager. I spent 26 years with Denny Lamp Corporation as Sales Manager. I left that position to accept a call to Ministry. I was Pastor of Smithville Cumberland Presbyterian Church for 6 years and then retired to fill in at small congregations. I am currently serving the Liberty CP Church in McMinnville as their Interim Pastor”.

“I am past president of the Smithville Jaycees. I also worked with t-ball, Little League baseball, and Junior pro football. I am a current board member of Habitat for Humanity and a past president of that organization”.

“DeKalb County has been our home for over 40 years and now I would like the opportunity to put my experience to work to make DeKalb County a better place for all of us to live. I have a proven record of being able to work with a variety of people and if the voters of the fifth district will vote for me, I will do my best to serve all the people,” said Green