APSU student awarded scholarship by state council
January 6, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Tennessee Council of Cooperatives (TCC) recently awarded a $750.00 scholarship to Cody Norrod, a senior at Austin Peay State University.
Norrod, a Springfield native and the son of Avle Perry and David Norrod, is working toward a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. After graduation, he plans to find a career in the area of wildlife conservation. Currently he is employed at Mapco in Pleasant View and is a member of the Battle Creek Baptist Church.
Dr. Donald Sudbrink, assistant professor of agriculture at APSU, presents a scholarship certificate from the Tennessee Council of Cooperatives (TCC) to Cody Norrod, a senior at APSU. (Photo provided by the TCC)
APSU Center for Distance Ed announces new allied health training in phlebotomy
January 5, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The current economic downturn and layoffs in multiple industries have many people looking for fast career training that can lead them to new, good-paying, rewarding jobs. Allied health care, the largest employment sector in the U.S. today, will only continue to grow as baby boomers age and technology helps people live longer lives.
Austin Peay State University’s Center for Extended and Distance Education, in partnership with Boston Reed College, is pleased to announce that a new allied health care training program will be offered in spring of 2011. This seven-week course provides fast-paced training designed to prepare students for a career as a phlebotomist in that growing health care workforce. [Read more]
African American Cultural Center at APSU to celebrate 20-year anniversary
January 4, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Nearly two decades ago, the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center opened at Austin Peay State University, with the author of “Roots,” Alex Haley, speaking as part of opening ceremonies.
At that time, in early 1991, the African American Cultural Center (AACC) was the answer to the frequently expressed wish among many on campus to have a special place for African-American students and faculty to focus on their contributions to the culture and heritage in the U.S.
That is still the case today, 20 years later. Although the center was operational in 1991, it did not bear its official name until November 1992, when it was named in honor of Daniel, the first black student to enroll at the former Austin Peay State College when the institution was still an all-white school. For the college, the end of segregation ended in 1956 when Daniel applied to the graduate school and was admitted. He received a Master of Arts in Education in 1957.
APSU African American Cultural Center
Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Hometown Connection brings a new focus to area real estate market
January 3, 2011
Maurice Vaughn, owner of Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Hometown Connection in Clarksville.
Clarksville, TN – Like many other industries the Real Estate business has undergone major changes since the rise of the Internet. Local Realtor Maurice Vaughn with over 28 years of experience in the business had come to see the writing on the wall. Businesses had either adapt their business models to utilize the new technology, or face extinction.
Keeping up with constantly changing technology is expensive, which can put it out of the reach of many small businesses. So to enable his reality company to continue to succeed, Vaughn partnered with the Realogy Corporation who signed a licensing deal in October 2007 with the Meredith Corporation to use the Better Homes and Gardens brand to market real estate.In just one year Vaughn’s company “Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Hometown Connection,” has risen to become one of the top three real estate companies in Clarksville-Montgomery County. “We started out with 7 agents, and in just a year we now have 64, a growth of 800%.”
F&M Bank has a strong commitment to customers, community
December 25, 2010
Clarksville, TN – When you take a look at the Banking industry in Clarksville, F&M Bank will definitely be at the top of the list. The bank is well known for their top notch customer service, and their philanthropy in the community.
They have received national recognition in The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, BusinessTN Magazine. The bank has been named as one of Tennessee’s top 15 independent banks, and are currently the twelfth largest community bank in Tennessee. F&M Bank is frequently held up as being the role model for other community banks
Grasty joins staff at Cumberland Bank & Trust as loan officer
December 24, 2010
Brian Grasty
Cumberland Bank & Trust welcomes Brian Grasty to its staff. Brian will be joining the Dover Road branch as a loan officer. He has 8 years of banking experience and graduated with a B.S. degree in agriculture from APSU. Brian is very active in the community, serving on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Greater Clarksville area, a member of Gideons International, and a Mason at Lodge #303 of Indian Mound.
Ron Sleigh, president of Cumberland Bank & Trust, said, “We’re very excited to add Brian to our team. He has many valuable years of banking experience that I feel will be put to good use here at Cumberland Bank & Trust”. [Read more]
Cumberland Bank & Trust presents annual Maple Leaf Awards
December 18, 2010
Clarksville, TN – Cumberland Bank & Trust recently presented two employees with its Maple Leaf Award at their employee Christmas party.
The Maple Leaf Award is presented to employees who are committed to excellent customer service and dedication to Cumberland Bank & Trust.
Crystal Dennis (left) and Charlie Koon (right) with Ron Sleigh (center) President / CEO of Cumberland Bank & Trust
APSU’s Gateway Chamber Ensemble Recognized on Grammy Nomination List
December 15, 2010
Clarksville, TN – Last week, the Grammy Award nominations were announced, and some of the expected names – Jay-Z, Lady Gaga and Eminem – were at the top of the list. But the Grammys recognize more than simply pop music, and if you were to scroll down that list, you would see the category for “Producer of the Year, Classical,” and the name Blanton Alspaugh.
Alspaugh’s name might not carry the weight in some circles as say a Lady Gaga, but in the classical music world, he’s a respected and revered producer. And, according to the Grammy website, one of the reasons he was nominated this year for a coveted Grammy Award stems from his work producing the first album for a chamber ensemble founded by several Austin Peay State University music faculty members. That group, the Gateway Chamber Ensemble, was also considered for nominations in three other categories, including “Best Small Ensemble Performance.”
Gateway Chamber Ensemble
Harsh winter weather leads to area schools and businesses closing
December 12, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The mid-state was on the receiving end of an artic blast bringing with it plummeting temperatures, snow, and ice. 1-3 Inches of accumulation can be expected. There is currently a wind chill advisory from the National Weather Service, as 30mph winds will drop the wind chill into single digits over night.
Roadways are already experiencing freezing with snow and ice rapidly building up despite the best efforts of the Clarksville Street Department and Montgomery County Highway Department to deal with it.
Community School of the Arts Fall Concerts Begin this Week
December 9, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The Community School of the Arts at Austin Peay State University, which has provided area adults and children with creative arts classes for the last 21 years, is gearing up for its annual end-of-semester concerts and art exhibits.
The CSA offers lessons in music, dance and the visual arts for the general community. Those classes culminate with the end of semester performances and exhibits. [Read more]
