In this May 2026 episode of DeKalb County Chamber Chat, we shine a spotlight on our newest Chamber members: Sullivan Walter Homes, Mid TN Disposal, and Jack Schroeder & Associates. We also share industrial updates from SHIROKI North America and Tenneco, highlighting their impact on our local economy.

On the community side, we feature programs and events from The Spot youth center, First Baptist Church, the Smithville Merchants Alliance, the Smithville Study Club Art Show, and Leadership DeKalb. Plus, we give you a sneak peek at upcoming events including the Cornbread Festival, DeKalb County Cleanup, and the Older Americans Day celebration.

This program is produced by DTC3 TV.

You can also find the the audio podcast links on our website. www.DTC3.tv

• (00:00:18) - Chamber Chant
• (00:02:09) - Walter Homes
• (00:06:19) - Free Admission Day at the DeKalb County Fair
• (00:07:33) - Dumpsters and a barn: Middle Tennessee Chamber News
• (00:09:40) - Jack Schroyer and Associates
• (00:09:56) - A New Chamber Member's Welcome
• (00:10:48) - Jack Schrader and Associates
• (00:13:47) - Industrial Spotlight
• (00:17:24) - How many people work at Shiroki?
• (00:18:09) - Cherokee Chemical Company's Community Outreach
• (00:22:36) - Smith Hill First Baptist Church Community Day
• (00:26:08) - May is a busy time of year for trash pickup
• (00:29:22) - Celebrations of Beautification in DeKalb County
• (00:30:24) - Smithville Mailroom Celebrates 5 Years
• (00:35:28) - Columbia Chamber of Commerce presents Bronze Site Certification
• (00:37:06) - Employees Get the Cleanup
• (00:38:07) - What is P3- Certification for Tendico?
• (00:39:39) - Tenco Clean Air Certification
• (00:42:35) - The Spot Celebrates One Year!
• (00:46:47) - Smithville Student Art
• (00:51:23) - Older Americans Day Celebration
• (00:54:15) - Leadership DeKalb celebrates Center Hill Lake Day

Celebrate spring in DeKalb County with the April 2026 Chamber Chat featuring an industry spotlight with DTC Communications CEO Kasey Krueger on DTC's 75th Anniversary and the launch of Trilight Mobile. This episode also highlights community Easter events and services with First Baptist Church Smithville, the Appalachian Center for Craft's Celebration of craft and summer workshops, and a full slate of April happenings.

This program is produced by DTC3 TV.

You can also find the the audio podcast links on our website. www.DTC3.tv

Hosts Suzanne Williams & Jen Sherwood starts off this episode talking about spring weather and beekeeping adventures. Latosha Simmons & Ashley Hill from Galaxy Ford highlight truck month deals and service. Chad Ramsey shares about Smithville First Baptist Easter Events. A special business update from Jason Phillips & Tina Abston at Tenneco includes an annoucement of new production that is adding 50-60 jobs in Smithville. Isaac Heller speaks about Ascension Saint Thomas DeKalb's new bone density scanner and infrastructure investments. New Frontiers promotes Family Fun Day. Highlights from the downtown merchants features Late Night Friday shopping and an upcoming movie night.

This program is produced by DTC3 TV.

You can also view the podcast on our website. www.DTC3.tv