APSU Extended Education offers classes for July 1st-31st
Clarksville, TN – Develop a new skill, explore a new idea, learn a new language, or seek a new career with a class 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]
Northeast Elementary Principal Appointment Announced
Montgomery County, TN – Gina Biter has been named principal of Northeast Elementary School for the upcoming school year.
Mrs. Biter has been with the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System since 1989 as a teacher, assistant principal and as principal of St. Bethlehem Elementary for the past three years. She also served in administrative roles at Minglewood and Norman Smith during her tenure.
Gina Biter
Commission Sets Course for Civil War Commemorations
Montgomery County, TN – The Clarksville Montgomery County Civil War Sesquicentennial or CW150 Commission is gearing up for years of exciting events and commemoration activities in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area.
Over the next four years, there will be a variety of offerings, for young and old alike, to reflect, relive and learn about Montgomery County’s role in the Civil War.
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for June 19th
Billy Dunlop Park will be closed to the public July 10th-15th for Girl Scouts Day Camp and July 16th-22nd for Boy Scouts Day Camp.
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- Clarksville Downtown Market
- Visit Fort Defiance
- Party in the Park
- Movies in the Park
- Tree Identification Class
- Annual Independence Day Celebration
Barnes, Pitts Announce Arts Grants
Four Montgomery County organizations receive $37,100 total
Clarksville, TN – State Senator Tim Barnes and State Representative Joe Pitts announced Friday the four Montgomery County recipients of Tennessee Arts Commission grants for the upcoming fiscal year.
“These deserving organizations provide opportunities for our citizens to both create and enjoy the arts,” Pitts said. “I am pleased to see our citizens and our officials continue to support these staples of our community.” [Read more]
APSU receives financial gift from Florim USA to award scholarships to 2 students
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University recently received a financial gift from Florim USA to be used for scholarships.
Florim USA has committed to fund annual scholarships in memory of its founder, Ing Giovanni Lucchese. The scholarships are for students majoring in marketing, computer science and chemistry.
APSU student Darlene Hart (from left), Giovanni Grossi with Florim USA, APSU President Tim Hall and APSU student Ashley Paul are shown at a recent scholarship presentation at APSU. (Photo by Beth Liggett | APSU Public Relations and Marketing)
Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce holds Business After Hours at Bill Roberts Thunder Road Automotive & Marine
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce held their June Business After Hours at Bill Roberts Thunder Road Automotive & Marine located at 997 South Riverside Drive. A large tent was setup on the centrally located grassy knoll, and McAllister’s Crossroads provided entertainment.
Networking was the name of the game as business people gathered in small groups and engaged in conversations. Free food and drinks were provided. At the same time over at Thunder Road Marine, Mrs Roberts was hosting a lovely wine and cheese reception.
A business after hours guest samples some of Mrs. Roberts fruit and cheeses at Thunder Road Marine
Chris Poe opens New Painting Business
Clarksville, TN – After over 12 years in the automotive business, Chris Poe, has opened a new painting and construction business in the area. Poe’s Painting does interior and exterior painting and remodeling, from one room to entire home projects.
According to Chris Poe, “Our crew is comprised of highly trained individuals with focus in various construction backgrounds.”
Chris Poe
Summer Youth Program Continues, Filling Up Quickly
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Youth Program continues and openings at the various sites are filling up quickly!
The West Creek, Caldwell Lane, Minglewood, Barksdale, Hazelwood, St. Bethlehem, Kleeman Center, Crow Center and New Providence sites have met their registration capacities.
Clarksville Department of Electricity Opens New, Upgraded Payment and Customer Care Centers
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Department of Electricity has upgraded the location on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard to offer better and faster customer service and a safer environment for employees.
Milam Contractors spent the last few months on a construction project to upgrade our front lobby and utilize unused space. Our customers now have an entire area of the building dedicated to bill payments only. This Payment Center will alleviate long wait times for people with busy schedules and no time to waste. We also upgraded our teller area with innovative security measures to offer a safer environment for our employees. [Read more]
