Austin Peay State University Extended Education offers Spring Classes starting April 15th, 2012
April 10, 2012
Early Registration Discount on Selected Courses
Clarksville, TN – Develop a new skill, explore a new idea, learn a new language, or seek a new career with one of the spring classes from Austin Peay State University’s Center for Extended and Distance Education.
Register early and receive a 10 percent discount on selected courses. Preregistration is required for each course. [Read more]
Army Veteran Hubert Thomas to be Honored by House of Heroes this week
April 3, 2012
Clarksville, TN – House of Heroes, Inc., a community-focused 501(c)(3) program, is coming to Clarksville on April 4th and 5th, 2012, to honor Sergeant Major (Ret.) Hubert Thomas and his wife, Mary Elizabeth.
The House of Heroes program honors military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses by repairing and improving their homes at no cost. Since its inception in 1999, the program has repaired over 450 homes nationwide. The Thomas’ house will be the program’s first project in Tennessee. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University to host Great STEM Challenge Exposition on April 3rd
March 29, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) Center will host the Great STEM Challenge Exposition from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on April 3rd in the campus’ Dunn Center.
The University’s science, engineering and mathematics faculty will interview the student teams from STEM classes in local elementary and middle schools. [Read more]
Clarksville Boy Scouts recruit NBA Legend Rick Barry for Local Fundraiser
March 26, 2012
Rick Barry to be Featured Speaker at the Breakfast Event
Nashville, TN – The Middle Tennessee Council of Boy Scouts of America is thrilled to welcome NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry to Montgomery County, where he will be the featured speaker at the 10th Annual Clarksville “Friends of Scouting” Breakfast.
A chance for business and community leaders to come together in support of local Scouting programs and the young men and women they serve, the early morning fundraiser will be held at the Water Street Event Center on Thursday, April 12th. [Read more]
34th Annual Queen City Road Race registration underway
March 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – It’s that time of year again to lace up those running shoes and begin preparing for the 34th Annual Queen City Road Race scheduled for Sunday, May 6th.
The Queen City Road Race event is a Clarksville tradition promoting fitness and fun for all ages. The 5K race route takes runners through the streets of Historic Downtown Clarksville, beginning and ending at Austin Peay State University’s Governors Stadium, while the One Mile Movement takes you on an exciting tour of a portion of the APSU campus.
2011 Queen City Road Race, Clarksville TN.
LEAP Organization awards Single Parent Transitional Housing
March 5, 2012
Written by Richard Garrett
Clarksville TN – March 1st, 2012 marked another opportunity for a single parent to have a second chance. Through a collaborative partnership with the LEAP Organization and Millan Enterprises, the parent was awarded an apartment unit and is eligible to receive two vouchers making her rent free for the first two months. After which, based on compliance with the program can receive an additional 2 vouchers that will make her rent half off the market value.
As needed she may even receive additional vouchers of up to $100.00 off the rent.
LEAP has launched an online campaign requesting members of the community to commit to donating at least $5.00 month to help purchase additional apartment units for the LEAP Transitional Housing Program.
Fort Campbell Riding Stables “Turn & Burn” Speed Show Trophy Series
February 28, 2012
Fort Campbell, KY – The Fort Campbell Riding Stables will be holding a “Turn & Burn” Speed Show Trophy Series beginning on March 23rd. There will be eleven show date opportunities between March 23rd and October 26th. Registration will begin at 5:00pm and the show will start at 6:00pm.
If you would like to participate, there is a $25.00 blanket fee or $5.00 per class, $5.00 office fee, and $5.00 high point nomination fee. It’s free to the public to come and watch. [Read more]
Fort Campbell Riding Stables “Post & Coast” Open Show Trophy Series
February 27, 2012
Fort Campbell, KY – The Fort Campbell Riding Stables will be holding a “Post & Coast” Open Show Trophy Series beginning on March 24th. There will be eleven show date opportunities between March 24th and October 27th.
During the months of March through May, September and October, registration will begin at 9:00am and the show will start at 10:00am. During the months of June, July and August, registration will begin at 4:00pm and the show will start at 5:00pm. [Read more]
Crockett Policy Institute to Host Veterans and Jobs Forum at Austin Peay State University
February 23, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Lt Gen John Castellaw, a former Commanding General of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and the President of the Crockett Policy Institute, will lead a “Jobs and Veterans” forum at Austin Peay State University, Monday, February 27th.
MG James McConville of Fort Campbell will be joined by State Commissioner of Veteran’s Affairs Many-Bears Grinder, former Deputy Commissioner of Workforce Development Bob Henningsen, and Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan on the panel. [Read more]
Fort Campbell Welcome Home Ceremony for the 159th Combat Aviation Brigade
February 21, 2012
Fort Campbell, KY – On February 20th, 2012, the 101st Airborne Division welcomed home 186 soldiers from the 159th Combat Aviation Brigade. The Brigade returns from a year deployment to Afghanistan. This was the last incoming flight for the 158th CAB.
With this flight, all Brigades of the 101st Airborne Division are safely back home.
