Clarksville National Little League Early Registration
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville National Little League will be doing early registrations on February 18th and 19th at Page’s Sporting Goods. Registration will be from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
Page’s Sporting Goods is located at 1015 South Riverside Drive.
Local schools compete in 8th Annual Black History Bowl at Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Earlier this month, dozens of middle and high school students stopped by the Austin Peay State University campus to participate in the Eighth Annual Black History Bowl.
“We had a good attendance with three middle school teams competing against each other and three high school teams competing against each other,” Dr. Barbara Peterson, APSU associate professor of education, said. “There was a heightened level of excitement and anticipation for this year’s event.” [Read more]
Clarksville Downtown Market Seeks Vendors
Clarksville, TN – Are you interested in being a vendor in this year’s Downtown Market season?
The Clarksville Downtown Market is currently seeking vendors of all types; vendors selling local produce, dairy, honey, flowers, cheeses, meats, food products, baked goods/breads, artisan items are strongly encouraged to apply, but all applicants will be considered. All items must be handmade, homegrown or gathered by the seller or family member.
The 2013 market season will take place on Public Square, every Saturday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, beginning May 18th through October 19th. [Read more]
Rivers & Spires Festival offers chance to meet Family Fun Stage Headliners Building 429
Clarksville, TN – The Rivers & Spires Festival, coming up April 18th-20th, has confirmed Dove Award winning Christian group Building 429 will headline the Family Fun Stage on Saturday, April 20th at 5:00pm.
“We’re excited about being a part of the 11th annual Rivers & Spires Festival,” says Larry Riley, senior pastor of Clarksville’s First Baptist Church. “It’s a great opportunity for our church to partner with Clarksville in supporting our city, her families, and Christian values.”
Building 429 to headline the Family Fun Stage at this years Rivers & Spires.
National Science Foundation-funded program at APSU awards 16 scholarships for students to study STEM disciplines
Clarksville, TN – A new National Science Foundation-funded program at Austin Peay State University recently awarded 16 scholarships to community college transfer students, active duty military personnel, veterans and dependents interested in earning a bachelor’s degree in the science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) disciplines for the 2012-13 academic year.
The project, titled “Increasing the Number of Regional Community College Graduates and Active Duty Military Personnel, Veterans and Dependents Enrolling in and Completing a STEM Baccalaureate Degree,” awarded scholarships to nine APSU students and one Volunteer State Community College student thanks to the more than $500,000 the NSF is providing APSU over the next five years. [Read more]
APSU Culinary Students showcase talent at Chocolate Affair
Clarksville, TN – Students in the culinary degree program at the Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell teamed up with the Fort Campbell culinary team for the recent Chocolate Affair community event organized by the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department.
Together, both programs won the “Best Creative Use of Chocolate” Award at the event, which was sponsored by the City of Clarksville and held Saturday, February 9th at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.
APSU Culinary Students at their booth at the Chocolate Affair community event.
APSU’s English as Second Language Institute announces Spring Registration
Clarksville, TN – Language should not be a barrier for those needing to communicate in English as a second language.
Those needing to improve their English language skills are encouraged to register for six-week sessions at the English as Second Language (ESL) Institute at Austin Peay State University. Classes begin February 16th, with Wednesday mornings, Thursday evenings or Saturday mornings available. Registration ends February 13th. [Read more]
APSU hosting career fair for students in STEM field
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University College of Science and Mathematics will host a career fair from 10:00am to 2:00pm on February 27th, in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.
The event will allow students to meet with regional employers to discuss career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. [Read more]
Montgomery County recipients of Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award Winners Announced
Montgomery County, TN – Congratulations go to Alexis Mihalinec and Susan and Bobby Powers for being selected the Montgomery County recipients for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.
Mihalinec, the Montgomery County Youth winner, is a 14 year old with a very giving heart. She dedicates her time to help low income families of Montgomery County that need a hand up with school supplies to help start the school year off right!
Alexis Mihalinec (left photo) and Susan and Bobby Powers (right photo) have been selected for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.
Zumba with Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan on February 14th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan is inviting everyone to join her at the next “Move With The Mayor” event on February 14th, 2013.
“I am so excited that we’ll be doing a Zumba class,” said the Mayor. “I know it’s going to be high energy, great music and a lot of fun. It doesn’t matter how old you are, how fit you are or how good your rhythm is. Everyone is invited to participate.” [Read more]
