Austin Peay State University Department of Music’s Day Camp “Camp Granada” set for sixth year
Clarksville, TN – As it prepares for its sixth year, Camp Granada, Austin Peay State University Department of Music’s summer music day camp, continues to expand its mission of providing area children with an opportunity to develop a life-long love of music.
The theme for Camp Granada 2017 is “Kids at Work,” and students will explore the history of music in the workplace.
The campus of Austin Peay State University. (APSU)
CMCSS students participate in Diversity Day at Clarksville Lowe’s
Montgomery County, TN – Students from the Transitions Program of the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System got to spend the day shadowing staff at Lowe’s on Lowe’s Drive, learning how to perform various roles at the home improvement store.
“The Transitions Program works to prepare students for competitive, paid employment after high school,” stated Cassie Allen, CMCSS Transition Coordinator of Special Populations.
Lowe’s employee teaches CMCSS students about caring for plants.
APSU named Best Nonprofit at Nashville Business Journal’s 2017 Best in Business Awards
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University was announced as the Nashville Business Journal’s Best in Business: Nonprofit winner at the organization’s 2017 Best in Business Awards Luncheon, held Tuesday, March 7th at the Music City Center in Nashville.
Nashville Business Journal names Austin Peay State University as Best Nonprofit at ’s 2017 Best in Business Awards. (APSU)
Leap Organization holds Annual Dining with the Stars Gala
Clarksville, TN – The 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth and business incubation program, Leap Organization hosted its annual Dining with the Stars Gala at the Riverview Inn in downtown Clarksville, Tennessee, on Saturday, March 4th, 2017.
Dining with the Stars is the annual tribute where high school seniors in the Clarksville Montgomery county community are awarded $1000 and $500.00 scholarships based on their essay submission.
Hand Family Companies sustained the gala with their $2500 donation that helped support LEAPs night of student stars shining bright.
Former U.S. Attorney General Judge Alberto Gonzalez was keynote speaker for the event.
Hilltop Supermarket now accepting registrations for 2nd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off
Clarksville, TN – On May 5th and 6th 2017, Hilltop Super Market will hold their 2nd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off. There will be cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishing teams per category as well as trophy prizes. There will also be a Grand Champion.
Team sign ups are going on now. The contest is limited to 20 teams. The categories are dessert, chicken, ribs, pork and beef brisket.
2nd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off to be held at Hilltop Supermarket May 5th and 6th, 2017.
50 Flying Fish Land at Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s New Providence Pool
Clarksville, TN – On Monday evening, March 6th, fifty Clarksville area children will receive free swim lessons through the Howard’s Hope Flying Fish program. Each child accepted into the program receives eight Level I swim lessons, along with instruction in aquatic safety rules, taught by Red Cross certified instructors. The lessons will be held twice weekly at the New Providence Pool located on Cunningham Lane.
“My organization and Clarksville Parks and Recreation share a determination to reduce juvenile drownings in Tennessee. We hope to accomplish this mission by providing the lifesaving skill of swimming to as many needy children as possible,” says Steve Reeves, president of Howard’s Hope.
Clarksville Gas and Water Department launches “Pay by Text”
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Gas and Water Department has launched “Pay by Text” as a convenient payment option for customers to pay their utility bill anytime, anywhere on any cell phone.
Pay by Text is a cost-free service that delivers registered customers a brief monthly text alert with the bill amount and due date.
Cost-free service allows mobile payments for Clarksville Gas and Water utility bill.
Clarksville Montgomery County School System to begin Voluntary Pre K programs registration in April
Montgomery County, TN – Registration for the Clarksville Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) Voluntary Pre K programs begins in April.
You may register your child at any registration site regardless of school zone.
CMCSS Voluntary Pre K programs registration to take place April 4th – 17th.
City of Clarksville Street Department offers free pickup of yard debris
Material must be placed in paper bags or boxes
Clarksville, TN – Once again as spring approaches, the Clarksville Street Department will offer free pickup of yard debris, leaves and limbs.
The spring service period will begin Monday, March 13th and continue through April 10th. Yard debris, such as leaves and clippings, must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or cardboard boxes and placed near the street.
Clarksville Street Department will be offering free pickup of yard debris starting Monday, March 13th through April 10th, 2017.
New City of Clarksville regulation limits parking near intersections
New rule prohibits parking within 25 feet of crossing streets
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s Parking Commission has approved a new regulation that prohibits on-street parking within 25 feet of an intersection.
The regulation, which amends the City parking code, is designed to enhance safety and visibility near intersections, especially in subdivisions and on neighborhood streets.
A red car recently parked near Austin Peay State University appears to be in violation of a new City regulation prohibiting parking within 25 feet of an intersection.
