More of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team returned from Afghanistan Late Saturday Afternoon.
Fort Campbell, KY – The return of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team from the Khowst Province of Afghanistan continued last night with the arrival of 167 “Red Knight Rakkasans” part of the the 3-320th Field Artillery unit.
Family and friends of the returning soldiers had gathered together to give their loved ones a proper welcome home.
Soldiers of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team wait for a few moments with their families
Free Pool Membership to be Given Away at the Indoor Aquatic Center Grand Opening
Clarksville, TN – The New Providence Pool, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, has a new look and new name. After weeks of work and just hours of inflation, the pool is now sheltered with a bubble like dome which will allow for year-round use of the Indoor Aquatic Center.
The “Dive in the Dome” grand opening is still scheduled for tomorrow, January 29th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm but due to snow and frigid temperatures, the inflation of the dome was delayed from its schedule this week and visitors looking to take a swim will experience much cooler water temperatures than expected. [Read more]
Indoor Aquatic Center to Inflate Today
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation is looking forward to the opening of the much anticipated Indoor Aquatic Center. Beginning this morning at 7:00am, New Providence Pool, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, will get a new look- it will be sheltered with a bubble like dome to allow for year-round use. The inflation of the dome is expected to be complete by 1:00pm, today, January 27th. [Read more]
Indoor Aquatic Center’s Dome was inflated yesterday
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville inflated the dome on the new Indoor Aquatic Center yesterday, one of the last major steps before the opening on Saturday.
The new Indoor Aquatic Center will officially open to the public this Saturday, January 29th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm with a dive in the dome celebration. The opening will feature give-a-ways, “dome”onstrations, contests, and a free gift to the first 50 people to purchase a pool pass! The center will also offer FREE swimming to the public all day long from 10:00am to 6:00pm on opening day.
Parks and Recreation staff getting their first look at the inside of the newly inflated dome at the Indoor Aquatic Center
CMCSS will be open for business on Friday, January 28th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Montgomery County School System has made some adjustments to the Inclement Weather Makeup Plan.
February 21st, 2011 – students will report to make up for January 21st inclement weather day. [Read more]
APSU Extended Education offers Spring Classes
Early Registration Discount on Selected Courses
Clarksville, TN – Develop a new skill, explore a new idea, learn a new language, or seek a new career with one of the spring classes from Austin Peay State University’s Center for Extended and Distance Education. Register early and receive a 10 percent discount on selected courses.
Preregistration is required for each course. [Read more]
H.O.P.E is Hosting an Overview of the Census and its Data Products
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, February 1st there will be a workshop at the Montgomery County Civic Hall to provide general information about the use of census data in grant proposals and small businesses. [Read more]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 2011 Unity speaker February 9th at APSU
Clarksville, TN – His reputation as a resolute defender of the environment that stems from a litany of successful legal actions, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be the special guest speaker for the annual Unity Celebration at Austin Peay State University.
Kennedy will speak at 7:00pm, Wednesday, February 9th in the Memorial Health Gym (Red Barn) on APSU’s main campus as part of the annual Student Affairs Unity Celebration. The event is free and open to the public. [Read more]
Martin and Malcolm Smith Chosen for McDonald’s All American Basketball
Clarksville, TN – Martin Smith and Malcolm Smith have been nominated to the 2011 McDonald’s All American Basketball team. This is such an honor to make it this far in the selection process. The final announcement of the team will be February 10th.
Martin and Malcolm will be recognized for their nomination on Tuesday, February 1st between the boys and girls games (approximately 7:00pm).
Ride Clarksville Transit Systems Buses For Free Thursday, February 3rd
Clarksville, TN – Citizens and visitors across Clarksville are invited to ride Clarksville Transit System (CTS) buses for free all day long Thursday, February 3rd. For route and schedule information, go to www.ridects.com.
“The reason we’re offering this free day is that public transportation throughout middle Tennessee, and especially in Clarksville, is becoming more and more important due to our community’s growth and to rising gas prices. People are looking for better ways to get around town while saving money, saving time and avoiding traffic congestion,” says Jimmy Smith, CTS Director. “With this free day, we’re inviting all Clarksville citizens and visitors who haven’t had a chance to ride the bus to do so. And this is also a great way to thank all of our current riders for their patronage. Our buses are clean, safe and convenient, and we’ll get you to where you need to go. Besides, riding the bus is fun!” [Read more]
