Austin Peay State University theatre professor sewing masks for health care workers, Operation Come Together
April 29, 2020
Clarksville, TN – When the coronavirus pandemic forced Austin Peay State University (APSU) Professor Leni Dyer to stay home in mid-March, she wanted to find a way to help during the crisis.
“My first instinct was how can I help, what can I do other than just sitting at home waiting for this to end?” Dyer said. “What can I do to help people?”
Austin Peay State University Professor Leni Dyer models one of the masks she made herself, inspired by pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University unveils new curated photography exhibition
November 10, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Department of Art and Design will unveil its newest exhibition, Topography: Exploring Dimensionality in the Jim and Nan Robertson Photography Collection this November.
Curated by Jewel Birdsong Scholarship and Presidential Scholarship recipient Sara Straussberger, the exhibition will be on display from November 10th-March 2017 in the Harned Building’s Mabel Larson Gallery.
APSU professors publish Civil War diary about life in Clarksville
August 19, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On a cold night in February 1862, the moans and whimpers of injured Confederate soldiers filled the streets of Clarksville.
Hospitals had been set up in local buildings to treat the wounded, following the Battle of Fort Donelson in nearby Dover, and whispered rumors claimed the Union army was heading for the city.
Dr. Minoa Uffelman holds a copy of the new book “The Diary of Nannie Haskins Williams: A Southern Woman’s Story of Rebellion and Reconstruction, 1863-1890.” (Taylor Slifko, APSU)
Oakwood Freewill Baptist Church to host 2nd Annual Church Yard Sale Saturday, April 26th
April 21, 2014
Woodlawn, TN – Oakwood Freewill Baptist Church at 2551 Church Lane in Woodlawn will be hosting its 2nd Annual Yard Sale on Saturday April 26th from 8:00am-2:00pm.
This event is to raise funds for the Church’s Vacation Bible School program and new playground equipment. Members of the church will be offering gently used clothing, shoes, toys, home goods, electronics, books, and much more for sale. [Read more]
Fort Defiance played host to a one day Civil War Artifacts Exhibit
April 15, 2014
Clarksville, TN – John and Nikki Walsh have been collecting Civil War antiquities for many years. During that time they have established a museum quality collection of historic Civil War artifacts from throughout the middle Tennessee region.
n Saturday many of these items came to Clarksville for a one-day exhibit at the Fort defiance visitors center.
Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is November 20th, 2013
November 18, 2013
The 116th meeting.
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Gateway Hospital. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall.
The meeting begins at 7:00pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
Topic: “The Arkansas Post Campaign”
Battle of Arkansas Post/Fort Hindman
Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County welcomes New Veterinary Partner Parkway Animal Clinic
July 14, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County has announced the addition of Parkway Animal Clinic on McClardy Road to its already 8-strong list of high-quality low-cost spay-neuter veterinary partners.
Each veterinary partner’s participation enables the Humane Society to offer affordable spay-neuter surgeries to families that would not or could not spay or neuter their pets otherwise.
The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County stresses the need for pet owners to spay-neuter their pets.
American Red Cross assisting Those affected by Flash Flooding
May 1, 2013
Two Rivers Chapter Volunteers Working to Meet Emergency Needs
Clarksville, TN – Severe spring storms and flash floods poured torrential rain over much of Tennessee on Saturday morning and again in the evening.
Eight homes were destroyed from the flood with 26 others sustaining major damage, across 4 counties including Henry, Houston, Montgomery and Stewart. The Red Cross responded immediately to provide food, shelter and emotional support to help families who had been affected by the storms. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University has 35 Students selected for Who’s Who list of 2012-13
December 19, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Thirty-five students at Austin Peay State University have been selected for inclusion in Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges for the 2012-13 academic year.
These 35 students will be officially recognized at the Student Organization and Leader Awards on April 11th, 2013, at APSU. [Read more]
North Stewart Veterinary Clinic Joins Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County Spay-Neuter Efforts
November 12, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County is proud to announce the addition of North Stewart Veterinary Clinic (Dover, TN) to its already seven-strong list of high-quality low-cost spay-neuter veterinary partners.
Current veterinary partners are the Animal Hospital (downtown), Animal House (Dover Road), Tiny Town Animal Clinic (Exit 1), Pet Calls Mobile Clinic, Southside Veterinary Clinic (Hwy. 48/13), Family Pet Hospital (Exit 11), and Houston County Animal Clinic (Erin, TN). [Read more]
