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DeKalb County, Tennessee

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the DeKalb County, Tennessee website!

DeKalb County, a rural county of over 20,000 residents, is located in Middle Tennessee. Our residents enjoy a tremendous quality of life. It is a great place to visit, live, work and raise a family. We have an excellent educational system, diverse business climate and great places for recreation. This website will help you explore these in more detail.

With a historic character, a temperate climate, friendly citizens, and a variety of recreational opportunities ... DeKalb County is a proud community. DeKalb County builds the foundation for a safe and healthy community through the collaborative efforts of elected officials and dedicated individuals. Opportunities are created for all citizens to enjoy peace of mind and enhanced quality of life through the provision of needed services and programs.

Here you will find information on many programs and services, as well as subjects of interest to residents and visitors. We are here to offer assistance in making DeKalb County a great place to live, work and play.

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DeKalb County, Tennessee is committed to carrying out and overseeing compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

​The County will consistently work towards eliminating barriers that could impede individuals with disabilities from accessing our facilities and services.
Grievance Procedure under the Americans with Disabilities Act

DeKalb County in the News ...

Tennessee Entertainment Commission & Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree Announce Exciting Partnership
​May 2, 2024 / WJLE

DeKalb Awarded $100K Grant to Launch Safe Baby Court
​March 27, 2024 / WJLE

DCHS Awarded Grant for CNA Training
​March 11, 2024 / WJLE

Smithville Elementary Chosen by TVA for STEM Grant
​March 8, 2024 / WJLE

City to Name Downtown Alley for Hometown Country Music Icon Aaron Tippin
​March 5, 2024 / WJLE

DeKalb Local Option Sales Tax Collections Take a Jump in January​
February 24, 2024 / WJLE

Northside Elementary Makes List of State’s “Reward” Schools for 2022-23
February 24, 2024 / WJLE

Property Assessor recognized with 2023 Three Star Certification​
February 1, 2024 / WJLE

Remembering Former State Representative Frank Buck
​January 28, 2024 / WJLE

Justin Potter Library Receives Foundation for Rural Service Grant
​January 5, 2024 / WJLE

Rep. Michael Hale announces $1.4M in community development grants for DeKalb, Jackson and Cannon counties
​December 27, 2023 / WJLE
ALS Ambulance Crew Now Assigned to New Liberty Fire Hall 12 Hours Each Day
November 23, 2023 / WJLE

Ribbon Cutting Marks Grand Opening of New Liberty Fire Station
November 12, 2023 / WJLE

Chamber Awarded $300,000 Downtown Improvement Grant for Downtown Smithville​
November 10, 2023 / WJLE

2024 DeKalb County Fair to be held June 24-29​
November 7, 2023 / WJLE

​City Awarded Tourism Enhancement Grant for Fiddlers Jamboree​
October 29, 2023 / WJLE

State Comptroller Commends DeKalb County for Timely Passage of 2023-24 Budget​​
​October 20, 2023 / WJLE

Chamber Receives Rural Video and Photography Grant To Enhance Tourism Efforts​
September 15, 2023 / WJLE

Chamber Receives Rural Video and Photography Grant To Enhance Tourism Efforts​
August 29, 2023 / WJLE

County Receives State Funding for All Five SROs​​
August 7, 2023 / WJLE

DeKalb County finishes fiscal year strong in collection of local option sales taxes​
July 21, 2023 / WJLE

DCHS Awarded $50,000 Perkins Reserve Grant for CTE Program
​July 10, 2023 / WJLE
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