“Sheets For Soldiers” program brings hope and comfort to Soldiers returning from Afghanistan
Wyatt-Johnson Sales Representative Willie Rosario assists with the FRG’s effort to help returning soldiers by purchasing bedding for their Fort Campbell barracks rooms.
Clarksville, TN – Willie Rosario has been working in the sales department for the Wyatt-Johnson Automotive Group since 2007. Over the course of those four years, Willie has had hundreds of clients, including many with military ties. A former soldier himself, Willie knows firsthand what it truly means to serve his country and fight for our freedom.
Willie wanted come up with a unique way to express his appreciation for area soldiers’ continued service and sacrifices. After talking with Tammy Phillips, Family Readiness Group (FRG) leader for 4th Brigade Combat Team 506th Infantry Regiment, he learned that many single unmarried soldiers returning home from overseas deployments move back into practically bare Fort Campbell barracks rooms with very few amenities.
Wyatt-Johnson auto rep Willie Rosario presents sheets and a gift bag to FRG leader Tammy Phillips and Cpt. Smith, rear detachment commander for 4th Brigade Combat Team 506th Infantry Regiment.
Apples for Education Campaign Brings in Supplies for Teachers and Students
Clarksville, TN – Two local banks and their branches participated in the Clarksville Montgomery County Education Foundation’s “Apples for Education,” a school supply drive and donation campaign to stock items for the teachers’ free supply store. The campaign began in late July and ended on Monday.
Legends Bank presented $400.00 and between 400 to 500 school supply items. Cumberland Bank & Trust donated $68.00 and around 100 items. [Read more]
Clarksville Academy Act Score surpasses State and National Average
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Academy student’s ACT school average has surpassed the 2010-2011 state and national average. CA students averaged a 24.6 composite ACT score while the Montgomery County School System average was a 20.3, the state average was a 19.5 and the national average was 21.1.
The ACT is a national college admissions examination used to evaluate the achievement of high school students in the four core areas of English, reading, math and science. [Read more]
APSU students in eArmyU can enroll through GoArmyEd
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University students who receive tuition assistance from eArmyU, which will phase out in 2012, can still pursue their educational goals through the GoArmyEd service.
Soldiers currently enrolled in the program may continue to register for eArmyU courses until March 31st, 2012, even if a course runs past the shutdown date. [Read more]
APSU faculty and staff lauded for achievements
Clarksville, TN – Several faculty and staff members at Austin Peay State University were noted recently for various accomplishments.
Dr. Dixie Dennis, associate provost of grants and sponsored research and dean of the College of Graduate Studies, was part of the city’s Clarkswell team that helped lay the foundation for the Mayor’s Fitness Council. [Read more]
Prostate Cancer Support Group beginning at Madison Street UMC
September 2011 is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in Montgomery County and Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – Did you know 30,000 men die each year from prostate cancer? Or that 1 in 2,000 men between the ages of 40-44 and 1 in 476 men between the ages of 50-56 will develop prostate cancer? This disease affects so many men and their families right here in Clarksville.
MSUMC is continuing a new educational/support group on September 6th at 7:00pm for men and their families who are dealing with this disease or have questions about the disease. [Read more]
Healthcare Ministry’s Annual Breakfast
Clarksville, TN – The Greater Missionary Baptist Church Healthcare Ministry is holding their Annual Breakfast Saturday, August 20th, 2011 at 9:00am.
Come and enjoy an informational breakfast with several community healthcare professionals. The guest speaker is Dr. F. Keith Slaughter.
Greater Missionary is located at 450 Ringgold Road, Clarksville. For more information, call 931.647.4643.
Applicants Sought for Citizen Police Academy
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Police Department is taking applications for the next Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) class which runs from September 20th – November 29th, 2011. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:00pm.
The CPA covers all facets of the Police Department’s activities from administration to tactical operations. Citizens are given an opportunity to not only learn about Police Department functions, but also afforded a chance to participate in activities such as: police vehicle operations, firearms instruction, self-defense techniques, and use of force decision-making exercises.
Citizens Police Academy
Bill Summers on Clarksville in Review Saturday
Clarksville, TN – Join Hank Bonecutter Saturday morning, August 13th from 8:00am to 10:00am for the radio talk show “Clarksville In Review” on 1400AM WJZM. Bill Summers will be Hank’s guest at 9:00am. They will be talking about events and happenings in Clarksville.
Call in during the show with your questions.
Castle Heights opens at Austin Peay State University
Designed to be Root of Student Success
Clarksville, TN – As the large crowd of Austin Peay State University supporters and new students listened to speakers at the grand opening of the new Castle Heights residence hall, they also caught a glimpse of a housing transformation behind them.
Near Castle Heights stood Hand Village, which had been until today the newest residence hall on campus. Then there were the three old halls situated nearby – Cross, Killebrew and Rawlins – waiting for demolition in the near future. Castle Heights replaces those three.
Grand Opening of the New Castle Heights residence hall.
