DeKalb County was formed in 1837 from land in Cannon, Warren and White counties. Historian Will T. Hale believes that the first settlers in the county were at Liberty and came from Maryland in 1797. If so, Adam Dale was the first settler.
Beets and beet greens are rich sources of iron and important vitamins. You can plant beets beginning in early spring and up until about 90 days before the first frost. It takes about 55 to 60 days for the roots to mature.
Beet seeds germinate anytime from 7 to 14 days. Soaking seeds for 30 minutes in water before planting hastens sprouting slightly. Sow seeds only after the soil has warmed to at least 40 degrees F. Fastest and largest amounts of germination occur when the soil is between 55 and 75 degrees.