Final Provost Lecture Series at APSU to focus on environmental estrogen
Clarksville, TN – The final Provost Lecture Series of the 2010-11 academic year at Austin Peay State University will focus on the dangers of environmental estrogens that make humans more susceptible to a variety of health issues.
Dr. Meagan Mann, assistant professor of chemistry, will speak at 3:00pm, Thursday, April 28th in the Morgan University Center, Room 103 B. The event is free and open to the public.
The title of her talk is “Lavender, pesticides and industrial waste: A story about estrogen.” [Read more]
Queen City Road Race Road Closures
Clarksville, TN – Downtown Clarksville and Austin Peay State University’s campus will be subject to traffic control on race day — May 1st from 12:15pm until approximately 2:30pm for the event.
The following streets on the campus will be affected for the 5K Races: Marion Street, Drane Street, Farris Drive, Robb Avenue, 8th Street, Henry Street and Hannum Street. In downtown, the following streets will be affected: North 2nd Street, Main Street, Public Square, Franklin Street, 1st Street from Franklin to Commerce Street, Commerce Street from 1st to 3rd Streets, 3rd Street to Franklin Street, University Avenue from Franklin Street to College Street, and College Street to 8th Street. [Read more]
Planters Bank Names Robin Henderson Banking Officer
Clarksville, TN – Planters Bank announces the addition of Robin Henderson as a banking officer at the North Clarksville branch, 2019 Fort Campbell Blvd.
Henderson has 16 years of experience in finance, credit and branch management, having worked previously at Morris Properties and Amsouth Bank in Clarksville, as well as American General Finance in Goodlettsville, TN and Americredit Financial Services in Evansville, IN. [Read more]
National Day of Prayer
Millions of Americans to Unite on Thursday, May 5th, for the 60th Annual Observance of the National Day of Prayer
Clarksville, TN – As American troops remain in harm’s way, fighting for democracy and liberty around the globe, citizens of the United States are preparing to celebrate their freedom to gather, worship, and pray. Millions will answer the call to prayer on May 5th in observance of the 60th annual National Day of Prayer. Organized events will be held in thousands of public venues where intercession will be made for America and its leadership.
This year’s theme, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” is based on Psalm 91:2: “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” National Day of Prayer Task Force (NDPTF) Chairman Shirley Dobson, wife of Focus on the Family founder Dr. James Dobson, said, “At this perilous and uncertain juncture in our country’s history, it is critical that we remain in prayer. The American people continue to be plagued with challenges that defy simple answers, and our hope lies in humbly seeking the Almighty’s guidance, protection, and blessing – not only on the National Day of Prayer, but throughout the year.” [Read more]
APSU student awarded $500 scholarship from Edelweiss Club for 2011-12
Clarksville, TN – Andrea Yarbrough, an Austin Peay State University German language major, was awarded a $500.00 scholarship from the Clarksville Edelweiss Club for the 2011-12 academic year.
Jim Nolan, president of the local Edelweiss Club, recently presented Yarbrough with the Clarksville Edelweiss Club Scholarship. The club awards the annual $500.00 scholarship to an APSU student who is majoring or minoring in German.
Jim Nolan (right), president of the local Edelweiss Club, presents Andrea Yarbrough with the Edelweiss Club of Clarksville APSU German Scholarship. Yarbrough is a German language major at Austin Peay State University. (Photo provided by Norbert Puszkar, APSU associate professor of German)
Spring Open House at Hope Pregnancy Center
Clarksville, TN – On May 21st, 2011 from 10:00am – 4:00pm Three Lindys will be holding their Spring Open House at Hope Pregnancy Center. Three Lindys has a heart for serving our community. We do this by partnering with a local charity twice a year in order to increase awareness and financial support for that charity. [Read more]
Women Veterans Outreach
Clarksville, TN – Women Veterans of America Chapter 20 is hosting a Women Veterans Outreach on May 20th, 2011. The outreach will be held at the William O. Beach Civic Hall, Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville, TN from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
This will be the first Women Veterans Outreach in this area and we want to provide these veterans with the best possible information. [Read more]
The City of Clarksville holds annual Spring Eggstravanganza
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation held their annual Spring Eggstravanganza easter egg hunt Saturday at at the Heritage Park Baseball Fields. Separate hunts were held for kids in four different age groups, with more than 30,000 eggs shared between them. Scattered among the eggs were special golden eggs, which entitles the finder to a free week session of swim lessons at one of Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s pools.
It’s an amazing thing to watch as these children, no matter their age, can vacuum up 15,000 eggs in just a few short minutes. The Age groups this year were 2 years old and under, 3-5 years old, 6-8 years old, and 9-12 years old.
Kids scoop up Easter Eggs at the City of Clarksvile's Spring Eggstravaganza
2011 Spring Eggstravaganza!
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department held their Annual Spring Eggstravaganza Saturday, April 23rd at the Heritage Park Baseball Fields.
The event started ran from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and included games, face painting, a three-legged race, an egg-on-a-spoon race, bunny hop race, and the hunting of more than 30,000 eggs.
All races were held from 3:15pm to 3:45pm at the larger field for ages 12 and under. Kids even got a visit to the Easter Bunny himself!
Fort Campbell Welcome Home Ceremony – 1st BCT – April 23rd 2011
Fort Campbell, KY – In a 7:30pm flight, 113 soldiers of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, returned home to Fort Campbell after being deployed to Afghanistan.
