Battle of New Orleans Commeration to kick off in Clarksville Tennessee with keelboat sendoff
Clarksville, TN – On Nov. 13, 1814, a group of Tennessee Militia rendezvoused at Nashville to join Gen. Andrew Jackson in what has come to be called the Battle of New Orleans. They left Nashville on Nov. 18, 21, and 23 and marched to Clarksville, where they boarded flatboats for the long journey to New Orleans.
On Nov. 15, 2014, two hundred years later, Clarksvillians will again send Militia volunteers on a 40-fort keelboat replica down the Cumberland to re-enact that famous battle in New Orleans.
The keelboat Aux Auc under sail
Block Party held in Lincoln Homes by LEAP and Clarksville Housing Authority
Clarksville, TN – On a crisp October Saturday LEAP organization in collaboration with the Clarksville Housing Authority hosted a Block Party in Lincoln Homes. Laughter could be heard as you approached the block party. It was coming from dozens and dozens of children enjoying free hot dogs, popcorn, and ice cream as well as playing games, jumping in the inflatables provided by A Jump’n Good Time, and live music from DJ Greedy.
LEAP Site Lead Dorlisha White spearheaded the event with the help of Martha Witherspoon of the Housing Authority.
Block Party held in Lincoln Homes by LEAP and Clarksville Housing Authority.
Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards Nominations now being accepted
Montgomery County, TN – Nominations for the Seventh Annual Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards are now being accepted within Montgomery County. The awards will celebrate the efforts of volunteers who strive to improve their communities through service.
One youth and one adult will be selected in Montgomery County to receive this prestigious award. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University student wins $100,000 scholarship from Dr. Pepper
Clarksville, TN – Claudia Delgadillo had just worked a late shift at the restaurant, so when her cell phone rang around noon the next day, she almost didn’t answer it. The fact that the cell phone rang at all was a surprise to her because it was about to be disconnected.
The person on the other end of the phone was from Dr. Pepper, and as Delgadillo slowly woke up, she heard them say they were sending her to the Cotton Bowl for a chance to win a $100,000 college scholarship.
APSU Student Claudia Delgadillo wins Dr. Pepper Scholarship.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Indoor Aquatic Center now offering private Swim Lessons
Clarksville, TN – Would you or someone you know like to improve your swimming skills but think you’d benefit more from one-on-one instruction?
The Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, now offers private swim lessons!
The Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Community Meeting for Future of Burchwood Park Rescheduled
Clarksville TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department will conduct a community meeting to discuss the future development of Burchwood Park that includes plans for a new playground and parking lot.
The meeting will be held on Monday, November 3rd at 4:30pm at Burchwood Park, located at 2608 Burch Street. [Read more]
Montgomery County Food Drive hosted by County Government and Legends Bank
Montgomery County, TN – The holidays are quickly approaching and it’s the time of year when many in our community need assistance.
As part of the Mayor’s proclamation declaring November to be Homeless Awareness Month, Montgomery County Government is partnering with Legends Bank to host a county-wide food drive.
All county offices and Legends Bank locations will be collecting non-perishable food items beginning Monday, November 3rd and going through the month of November. [Read more]
American Queen to dock again at Clarksville’s McGregor Park, Friday
Clarksville, TN – The American Queen of the American Queen Steamboat Company will be making another stop at McGregor Park on October 31st.
Make your way down to the Cumberland River on Friday, and you can see the largest steamboat in the world dock. There you can take look at the massive American Queen, a “genteel, floating antebellum mansion”, as their website describes it.
American Queen back in Clarksville, Friday
CTS to offer Free Rides Thursday and Friday, November Saturdays
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Transit System’s “Spooky Special” is back. All CTS rides are free on the specially painted bus on Thursday and Friday, October 30th and 31st, 2014.
“We have so many loyal customers and we want to show them our appreciation,” said Arthur Bing of the Clarksville Transit System. “The ‘Spooky Tour’ has been very popular in the past and we are glad to bring it back this year. We also appreciate the students at Clarksville Academy who provided the design work.” [Read more]
ClarksVillain Roller Girls Go Beast Mode with Big Brother 16 contestant Caleb Reynolds
Clarksville, TN – Big Brother 16 contestant Caleb “Beast Mode Cowboy” Reynolds supports local roller derby. Do you?
The ClarksVillain Roller Girls will be hosting their last home bout of the season on Saturday, November 8th, 2014 at the Clarksville Speedway and Fairgrounds, and The Beast Mode Cowboy himself will be there cheering them on.
ClarksVillian Roller Girls vs. Demolition City Saturday, November 8th, 2014 at the Clarksville Speedway and Fairgrounds.
