South Guthrie Community Center Public Input Meeting
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Office of Facilities Development, in conjunction with the Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Department, will hold a Public Input meeting to allow interested citizens to express their comments concerning the schematic design for the historic rehabilitation and addition of the South Guthrie Community Center. The meeting will be held at the center, located at 5025 Guthrie Road, on Tuesday, January 24th at 6:30pm.
The South Guthrie Community Center will celebrate its 90th anniversary this year, along with the 100th anniversary of the Rosenwald School initiative. The site was the former Warfield School built in 1922 with Rosenwald School funds. The site serves as the home of the South Guthrie Improvement Association.
Clarksville Police Officer Linda Caver Selected for the VFW’s National Law Enforcement Public Servant Citation
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Police Officer Linda Caver was honored by local VFW Post 11160 as the recipient of the 2011 VFW National Law Enforcement Public Servant Citation. Deanna McLaughlin nominated Officer Caver to the VFW Post for the award.
Officer Caver was recognized for her professionalism and accomplishments in combating the growing synthetic drug problem in the local community which hospitalized several teenagers due to the adverse effects of the synthetic drugs.
Post Commander Larry Helser reading the award citation to Officer Caver. (Photo by CPD-Jim Knoll)
Austin Peay State University Foundation selects new members to serve for 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Foundation has selected 14 new members for 2012.
The APSU Foundation provides the structure through which the University can work directly with special volunteers and community leaders to enhance the financial well being of the University. The Foundation’s purpose is to financially support the University.
The Foundation is a separate entity and is chartered by the state, with the authority to receive private gifts in support of the University. Through its executive committee, the Foundation makes its own policy decisions. The University provides administrative support to the Foundation. [Read more]
Emmanuel Center continues the spirit of giving after the Holidays
Clarksville, TN – On January 8th, 2012, members of First Missionary Baptist Church served a buffet style meal to the homeless and other members of the Clarksville community in need at the Emmanuel Family Life Center.
“Church is more than meeting once a week in a building. Our goal is to use outreach programs to show the love of Christ as we minister to people’s natural needs while at the same time planting seeds to minister to their spiritual needs” commented FMBC member Kimberly Wiggins.
A buffet style meal was served to the homeless and other members of the local community in need at the Emmanuel Family Life Center by members of First Missionary Baptist Church.
Austin Peay State University to participate in career, teacher recruitment fairs
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University students and alumni have an opportunity to learn about careers, internships and educational opportunities at the Nashville Area Career Fairs.
The Nashville Area Career Fairs consist of the College to Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Fair. Both events are scheduled from 10:00am-3:00pm, Tuesday, February 14th at the Williamson County Agriculture Exposition Park in Franklin. [Read more]
“Magic at the Museum” has great year for charity
Clarksville, TN – “Magic at the Museum” had a wonderful first year at the Custom’s House Museum in 2011. Produced by Bonehead Promotions, and presented by Better Homes and Garden Real Estate, the quarterly events were used to showcase the museum, and to raise money for local charity. The first year generated $4,000 dollars for local charities.
Maurice and Terry Vaughn, of Better Homes and Garden Real Estate bought into the new idea right away. “We were looking to launch our new company, and thought this would be a unique way of advertising our company, and giving back to Clarksville.” according to Maurice Vaughn.
Magician Russ Nowack astounds a young girl with one of his magic tricks at the last Magic at the Museum.
Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for Homeownership Program
Clarksville, TN – Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, TN is accepting partner family applications for its homeownership program. Applications are available Monday – Friday during Affiliate office hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Applications are the first step towards homeownership allowing the family to demonstrate their willingness to partner though completing the application, financial capability to afford a no-interest mortgage, and need for suitable housing. Applicants are required to submit income verification, housing need, monthly debt and bill statements and other support information.
Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program
Montgomery County Animal Control and Adoption Services Hosts Successful Adoption night
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Animal Control and Adoption Services hosted its first ever “Adoption Night” as part of their new operating hours that began January 1st. Last night’s event yielded 33 citizens visiting the facility and six adoptions.
“We had no idea that our first night would be such a success,” states Animal Control director Karen Josephson. She continues, “It’s great to see that our new hours are working well for the citizens and not to mention the adoptions!” [Read more]
Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence closes temporarily due to vandalism
Clarksville, TN – The Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, will be closed until further notice. This closure is due to vandalism that occurred early Friday morning. The vandals have been apprehended and the facility will re-open after damages have been repaired.
For more details on the Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence, please contact the Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931.645.7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.
WAPX-FM 91.9 at APSU to broadcast Austin Peay Governors Basketball game against rival Murray State
Clarksville, TN – Radio station WAPX-FM at Austin Peay State University will broadcast live Lady Governors and Governors basketball in OVC action from the Dunn Center beginning Saturday, January 7th against conference foe Murray State University.
Coverage will begin at 2:45pm with the Lady Govs pre-game show featuring head coach Carrie Daniels. Tipoff for the Lady Govs is at 3:00pm.
Pre-game for the men’s contest starts at 6:45pm with tipoff at 7:00pm. [Read more]
