Matthew Walker Clinic’s Dispensary of Hope to offer free medicine
The Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, which has served the Middle Tennessee community for over 40 years, announced today a new partnership with a growing network of pharmacies and clinics to provide free prescription medicines to uninsured individuals in Montgomery County.
This network of care is powered by Nashville-based Dispensary of Hope, a statewide and national network of dispensing sites, sourcing partners and financial partners that assist poor and underserved individuals in getting the medications they need for the short and long-term. [Read more]
CPD: Traffic accidents down by 624, DUI arrests up in 2008
In the ideal world there would be no vehicle crashes. But, in the world we live in, they happen and, unfortunately, property is damaged and injuries often occur as a result of those crashes. In Clarksville, highway accidents were drown by a dramatic 624 last year, according to the Clarksville Police Department spokesman Jim Knoll.
The Police Department has been addressing the issue of traffic crashes through a multi-faceted approach. They identify the areas with the highest number of crashes and increase traffic enforcement activities in those problem areas. Also, the Police Department took advantage of a Governor Highway Safety Office grant which helped fund putting additional officers on the street to combat impaired driving.
Additionally, training classes to detect impaired drivers improved officer’s ability to get impaired drivers off of the streets before accidents occur. This approach has proved to be a winning combination. [Read more]
Change of command scheduled at Fort Campbell
Col. Dominic J. Caraccilo will relinquish command of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) to Col. Viet X. Luong during a change of command ceremony Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, at 10 a.m. in hanger three at Campbell Army Airfield.
Caraccilo assumed command of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team (187th Infantry Regiment) in November 2006 and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Prior to commanding 3rd Brigade he held several positions within the 101st Airborne Division. He served as the Division’s operations officer for transformation and the deployment to the Multi-National Division-North, Iraq. [Read more]
Remembering a friend, and a hero
KeyKey
Our family lost a best friend and a hero today.
KeyKey, the rescued Shepherd/Sheltie mix who saved two lives back in August, 2006, died from injuries sustained in an accident.
I’d never been “a dog person,” until I met my daughter Kelly’s dog, KeyKey, a smart, funny, protective critter who found a second home at my feet, under my desk, on my new sofa, and…well, you get the idea. He wound his way into my heart — a sneak attack of sorts.
One August morning, he woke me from sound sleep, staying by my side as I roused my son-in-law and we three escaped our burning home. This silly wonderful rescued dog had two human rescues to his credit. [Read more]
Rep. Pitts gains key House Commitee appointments
District 67 Representative begins service on Crucial Education and Commerce Committees
Rep. Joe Pitts, House District 67
NASHVILLE, TN: State Representative Joe Pitts (D-Clarksville) was appointed to serve on two key House committees, continuing the busy start to the 106th General Assembly that began with his swearing in as a member of the State House of Representatives.
“It is an honor to be given the opportunity to serve on both committees,” Pitts said, “This appointment gives me the opportunity to have input on some of the important issues facing the people of Clarksville and Montgomery County.” [Read more]
Sobriety checkpoints targets drunk drivers
The Clarksville Police Department, in conjunction with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, will conduct a sobriety checkpoint Friday, January 30 from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.on Fort Campbell Boulevard.
The purpose is to detect impaired drivers. Both departments will have additional personnel on patrol both Friday and Saturday (Jan. 31). Please drive carefully, and don’t drink and drive.
Citizen Police Academy accepting registrations
The Clarksville Police Department is taking applications for the next Citizen Police Academy (CPA) class which runs from March 17 – June 9, 2009. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The CPA covers all facets of the Police Departments activities from administration to tactical operations. Citizens are given an opportunity to not only learn about Police Department functions, but are afforded an opportunity to participate in activities such as: police vehicle operations, firearms instruction, self-defense techniques, and use of force decision-making exercises. [Read more]
Ice storm heading for north Middle Tennessee
The National Weather Service has issued an ice storm warning and hazardous weather statement for northwest and north central Tennessee counties from 12 p.m. tonight through Tuesday. Significant accumulations are possible, particularly close to the Kentucky border.
The forecast calls for rain to develop this evening, turning to freezing rain around midnight with a low temperature of 30. The freezing rain is expected to change back to all rain Tuesday afternoon. high on Tuesday reach 37. Rain and sleet will continue into Tuesday night, with a chance of rain and snow Wednesday morning. A developing storm system near Texas will move northeast toward the mid-state region tonight. A strong high pressure center north of Tennessee will keep temperatures at or below freezing, causing freezing rain to occur. Heaviest ice accumulations are expected near the Kentucky/Tennessee line. [Read more]
SRO crowds celebrate President Obama
Silke’s Old World Breads on College Street was the place to be Saturday night (Jan. 24).
To celebrate the inauguration of President Obama and “change” for America, Silke’s offered an all-you can eat after-hours buffet, which in tandem with the extensive art on exhibit in this shop, made the $8 per person event a popular choice. The crowds proved it.
Advance tickets were sold, and little more than a half-hour into the event, Silke’s was turning away people (who had not purchased advanced tickets) at the door.
A full house at Silke's
The SRO crowd was vibrant, chatting about the election and taking a “yes we can” attitude toward the new presidential administration. Around the room, interspersed with works by local artists, were images of the January 20 inauguration. Here are images from this unique event.
Photos by Bill Larson
CPD names top arresting officers
Clarksville Police Chief Al Ansley recognized officers for the top number of 2008 arrests for DUIs, Drugs (Felony and Misdemeanor), Felony Arrests, and State Citations.
- Top DUI Arrests – Officer Channel Bartel – 78 arrests (1052)
- Top Drug Arrests – Officer Evon Parkes – 41 arrests (combined felony and misdemeanor) (1059)
- Top Felony Drug Arrests – Detective Greg Beebe – 16 arrests (no photo available)
- Top Felony Arrests – Detective Debra Kolofsky – 46 Arrests (1054)
- Top State Citations – Officer Mike Caver – 161 Citations (Total of 1028 State and City) (1056).
