39th Annual Tennessee Entomological Society Meeting in Nashville October 11th and 12th
Clarksville, TN – For nearly four decades, scientists and insect enthusiasts have gathered in the fall to share research and discuss their common interest in all things bugs.
On the weekend of October 11th and 12th, the tradition continues with the 39th Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Entomological Society at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville. [Read more]
Miller-Motte Technical College Graduates Suit-Up to Succeed
Clarksville, TN – Miller-Motte Technical College’s Career Services office is full of boxes. MMTC is dressing their students for success. “Suit-Up for Success,” is a benefit provided to all Miller-Motte students and once every quarter suits overrun the Career Services office.
The program provides each student with a free suit to wear upon graduation when seeking employment. Suit-Up for Success ensures that every student can feel confident when they go on interviews.
(L-R) Sabrina Wallace and Anna Collins posed showing off the suits they tried on when getting fitted for their very own new suits. (Photo by Lois Jones)
Austin Peay’s Phi Kappa Phi chapter collecting books for Candy for the Mind
Clarksville, TN – As you shop for groceries, Halloween goodies and other items, remember to pick up a new book or two to donate to the annual Candy for the Mind project at Austin Peay State University.
For the 10th consecutive Halloween, the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (PKP) at APSU is collecting new and gently used children’s books for its Candy for the Mind project. Members of the campus and local community are invited to support this effort through donations of books or funds for the purchase of books.
G.H.O.S.T. at APSU
Applebee’s on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard to donate portion of take out sales to Humane Society of Clarksville Montgomery County
Clarksville, TN – Take the night off and order curbside service from Applebee’s! Every Monday and Tuesday through October 9th, our Applebee’s location on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard in Clarksville will be donating 15% of all curbside sales (all day long!) to the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County.
To place your order, just call 931.551.8020. Please be sure to Thank them for choosing the Humane Society as their charity of choice.
We are so thankful for each of YOU as well as the many businesses that support our efforts.
Heritage Bank Congratulates Jacob Rugen as Heritage Bank’s Player of the Week
Clarksville, TN – John Peck, President and CEO of Heritage Bank and Carla Allison, Office Manager at the Main Street location in Clarksville, are proud to congratulate the September 14th, 2012, Heritage Bank Player of the Week, Clarksville Academy Junior Quarterback and Linebacker, Jacob Rugen.
Jacob Rugen Player of the Week
Poet Helena Mesa to read from debut collection at APSU on October 11th
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – In the spring of 2006, Austin Peay State University’s literary journal, Zone 3, published the poem, “Sway This Night,” by Pittsburgh native Helena Mesa. That work is now part of Mesa’s acclaimed new collection, “Horse Dance Underwater,” which former Maryland Poet Laureate Michael Collier called a “virtuosic first book” that leaves readers “breathless, exhilarated and transformed.” [Read more]
Altra Federal Credit Union makes Award-Winning Financial Literacy Program Free for Local Classrooms
Banzai Teaches Students Money Management Through Real-Life Scenarios
Clarksville, TN – Altra Federal Credit Union has stepped forward to help local students learn to manage money in a fun, real-world way.
The local credit union has teamed with Banzai, a national award-winning financial literacy program, to make the program available to local teachers and students, completely free. [Read more]
USS LST 325 docks in Clarkville at McGregor Park Boat Ramp
Clarksville, TN – This afternoon, September 25th, the USS LST 325 made it’s way down the Cumberland River from Nashville and docked at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp around 3:00pm. Crews began tying the boat off to the banks and preparing it for tomorrows tours. The ship will be available for tours September 26th-30th.
The LST (Landing Ship, Tank) is a floating monument to the past. The ship was used in various missions in World War II including the invasion of Sicily. Visitors are able to climb aboard and explore the ship as the crew provides a glimpse into her past.
USS LST 325 docking at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp.
Russ Shemberger takes 2nd overall at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 5K run
Clarksville, TN – Russ Shemberger, a licensed massage therapist at Restore Performance Massage on Madison Street in Clarksville, placed second overall and won his age group (45-49) at the Run Through the Forest 5K held Saturday, September 22nd at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park in Dawson Springs, KY.
A veteran triathlete, Shemberger recently finished the triathlon season and is now training for the Bowling Green Half-Marathon in Bowling Green, Ky, along with a number of 5K races.
Russ Shemberger, a licensed massage therapist with Restore Performance Massage, won his age group at the Run Through the Forest 5K held Saturday, September 22nd at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park in Dawson Springs, KY.
Clarksville-Montgomery County High School Freshmen to Get Graduation Motivation
Clarksville, TN – The 100% Graduation is Clarksville’s Business committee and presenting business sponsors announce the first ever Get Motivated…2016 assembly for all Clarksville-Montgomery County freshmen.
This assembly will be held at the Dunn Center on the campus of Austin Peay State University with all high schools on Thursday, September 27th from 10:00am–11:00am. [Read more]
