APSU breaks ground on new Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building
Clarksville, TN – For several years, local businessman and Austin Peay State University alumnus James Maynard (’56) has been a supporter of APSU.
He recently created the Maynard Family Endowment Scholarship, which provides financial assistance annually to a student from Montgomery County pursing a business degree at APSU.
James Maynard (fifth from right), along with members of his family and APSU officials, break ground on the new Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building on Friday, August 17th. The new classroom facility is slated to open in Spring 2014. (Photo by Beth Liggett, APSU photographer)
Paralympic Sport Clarksville to host Archery and Shooting Event
Clarksville, TN – Paralympic Sport Clarksville is excited to announce the first Paralympic Archery and Shooting Event to be held at 10:00am Friday, October 12th at the Montgomery County Shooting Complex, located at 4201 Southside Road in Southside, TN.
This event is open to youth and adults at least 8-years-old, including active duty service members and veterans, with physical and visual disabilities, regardless of skill level. [Read more]
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan hosting Greenway Walk this Saturday
Clarksville, TN – Mayor Kim McMillan invites everyone to join her for a “Move with the Mayor” event this Saturday morning. The Mayor’s Fitness Council is hosting a walk on the Clarksville Greenway/RiverWalk on Saturday, August 18th at 9:00am.
“I’m really looking forward to getting out and getting some exercise this weekend with an easy walk. The view is beautiful and the RiverWalk is a perfect place to get moving. [Read more]
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan hosting Greenway Walk this Saturday
Clarksville, TN – Mayor Kim McMillan invites everyone to join her for a “Move with the Mayor” event this Saturday morning. The Mayor’s Fitness Council is hosting a walk on the Clarksville Greenway/RiverWalk on Saturday, August 18th at 9:00am.
“I’m really looking forward to getting out and getting some exercise this weekend with an easy walk. The view is beautiful and the RiverWalk is a perfect place to get moving. [Read more]
Montgomery Central High School Cheerleaders to host Cheer for a Cure 5K Breast Cancer Walk/run
Cunningham, TN – The Montgomery Central Cheerleaders will be hosting a 5K Walk/Run at Montgomery Central High School beginning at 9:00 am on September 29th, 2012.
All proceeds (100%) collected from registration, apparel sales, and donations go directly to Stella Bertz Cheer For A Cure®. Through the Cheer For A Cure events held across the country, the organization has been able to fund research and programs that are helping in the fight against cancer, while promoting youth leadership and athletics. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation offers prize to volunteers for Riverfest 2012
Clarksville, TN – Why not celebrate the 25th anniversary of Clarksville Riverfest by giving back and possibly win prize money for your group or organization?
Clarksville Parks and Recreation is seeking volunteers to help with soft drink sales, the Adventure Zone children’s area, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, as well as the Cornhole Tournament on September 7th and 8th at McGregor Park.
The group or organization who registers the most volunteers through Hands On Clarksville by August 31st will receive $500.00. [Read more]
Movies in the Park to feature “Inception” staring Leonardo DiCaprio this Saturday
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation Saturday, August 18th, 2012 at Heritage Park Soccer fields for this month’s Movies in the Park event, featuring the 2010 American science fiction and action film – “Inception”- rated PG-13. Parental supervision is strongly recommended due to language and sexual content.
Inception is a 2010 American science fiction/action heist film written, co-produced, and directed by Christopher Nolan. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Ken Watanabe, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Dileep Rao, Cillian Murphy, Tom Berenger, and Michael Caine.
“Inception” at Movies in the Park
WJZM Radio transfers Ownership
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s original radio station, WJZM1400am, has transferred ownership. In a joint announcement this week, previous owner, Hank Bonecutter, said he had agreed to sell the corporation to local businessmen David Loos Jr, Greg Walker, and Mike Parchman. The sale became official on Tuesday.
“My wife and I are extremely excited about the sale,” said Bonecutter. “We have put a lot of hard work into WJZM, and this opportunity only comes along once in a lifetime to go out on your terms. I have dedicated my broadcasting career to the Clarksville-Fort Campbell community, bringing news, sports and current events to the public as reliable and credible as I can be. I think my legacy will be left on WJZM forever. I’m very excited, and proud of what I’ve accomplished.” [Read more]
Hands on Clarkville’s “911 Serve to Remember: Days of Service” September 1st-11th
Clarksville, TN– Clarksville is proud to be a part of the Corporation for National and Community Service 2012 September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance. There is no day in history that has the same power to unite us in service like 9/11.
Be a part of this remarkable initiative to honor 9/11 victims, survivors and those who rose up in service in response the attacks by volunteering in your community. Volunteers and volunteer leaders are needed to help with various local service activities.
Hands on Clarksville’s “9/11 Serve to Remember: Days of Service” challenges citizens of all ages and walks of life to join us from September 1st-11th, 2012 as our community once again honors the memory and expresses our appreciation to those who serve, with our service. [Read more]
APSU History Honor Society wins fourth Best Chapter of the Year
Clarksville, TN – Earlier this week, Austin Peay State University associate professor of history Dr. Minoa Uffelman asked if there was such a word as “four-peat.” She knows the word “repeat” well.
That’s what the University’s Phi Alpha Theta (PAT) history honor society did back in 2010 when they were named the Nation’s Best Chapter for the second year in a row. In 2011, she used the word “three-peat” because the PAT club she advises was again singled out as the top chapter in the nation. [Read more]
