Clarksville Christian Concert Choir Invited to Perform at Disneyworld
Clarksville, TN – The concert choir at Clarksville Christian School auditioned for and was invited to perform in the Christmas Candlelight Processional concert at Walt Disney World for two performances on December 4th, 2015.
The Christmas Candlelight Processional is the largest show in the parks for the Christmas season. They will join with other choirs and a professional orchestra to sing twelve songs, including a finale of the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah.
Clarksville Christian Concert Choir
Montgomery County holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for RichEllen Park
Montgomery County, TN – On Monday, October 19th, 2015 at 4:00pm, Montgomery County Government held Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new RichEllen Park. The park, located just off Highway 149, 2 miles past Hilltop Super Market, will serve the Cumberland Heights and Palmyra communities in southern Montgomery County.
“I didn’t think this day would ever get here,” stated Montgomery County Parks Director Jerry Allbert. “It’s been a long time coming since the first time we stood here and dug a little dirt in the ground and said we are going to build this park. We’ve come a long way.”
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for RichEllen Park
Red Cross encourages blood donations before holidays
Nashville, TN – The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood before the holiday season is in full swing.
Blood donations often decline from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when holiday festivities pull people away from their donation appointments. This often causes a drop in the blood available for patients. Donations are needed in the weeks leading up to the holidays to help offset this seasonal decline.
The 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Soldiers give blood in support of the local Red Cross. (Staff Sgt. Barbara Ospina)
Montgomery County Driver Safety Program brings ThinkFast Initiative to High Schools
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Driver Safety Program recently brought the ThinkFast Interactive program to students at Montgomery Central High School. ThinkFast Interactive, sponsored by Nissan America and the Tennessee Governor’s Highway Safety Office, uses a game show setting to connect young people with factual, relevant information related to various personal health and safety issues such as impaired driving, seat belt safety, and distracted driving.
ThinkFast Interactive program
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Facility Hours to Change for Fall Break
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s three community centers will adjust their hours of operation for Clarksville Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) Fall Break. From October 12th-16th, all three community centers will be open from 10:00am to 7:00pm Monday-Thursday, and 10:00am to 6:00pm Friday.
The Indoor Aquatic Center will remain open from 9:00am to 8:00pm Monday-Thursday, and 9:00am to 6:00pm Friday. All facilities will resume normal operating hours on Saturday, October 17th. [Read more]
New APSU scholarship to help East Tennessee students become Special Education teachers
Clarksville, TN – Students from Scott and Blount counties interested in becoming special education teachers are eligible for a new scholarship at Austin Peay State University, thanks to a recent gift from an anonymous donor.
The East Tennessee donor will give APSU’s Martha Dickerson Eriksson College of Education (MDECOE) $50,000 over the next five years for its Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) scholarship initiative. [Read more]
APSU’s Brian Vernon awarded 2015 Margaret Martin Award by the Tennessee Association of Dance
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University associate professor and chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance Brian Vernon has been awarded the 2015 Margaret Martin Award by the Tennessee Association of Dance (TAD).
The Margaret Martin Award recognizes individuals or corporations who make long term, consistently outstanding contributions that further the public image and accessibility of dance in Tennessee. Vernon was chosen to receive the award following a unanimous selection by TAD voting members. [Read more]
APSU School of Nursing receives $41,798 grant with health department for breast health
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University School of Nursing and the Montgomery County Health Department will continue to support the fight against breast cancer, thanks to a $41,798 grant from the Greater Nashville Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Dr. Patty Orr and Joey Smith, director of the county health department, recently received $41,798 to support local breast health. (APSU)
APSU visiting artist lecture series to feature National Geographic designer
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Department of Art and Design, with support from the APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, will continue its Visiting Artist Lecture Series at 7:00pm on October 8th with nationally-recognized graphic designer Andrew Smith.
Nationally-recognized graphic designer Andrew Smith.
Donate blood with the Red Cross in October
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Support cancer patients and others needing blood
Clarksville, TN – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to support cancer patients and others needing blood products.
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S., with one in eight developing invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. Breast cancer patients may need blood products during chemotherapy, mastectomy surgery or treatment of complications.
The 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Soldiers give blood in support of the local Red Cross. (Staff Sgt. Barbara Ospina)
