Fantastic Turnout for 116th Annual Lone Oak Picnic
July 31, 2024
Cunningham, TN – The 116th annual Lone Oak Picnic, held on Saturday, July 27th, 2024, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, was an overwhelming success. It united families, local politicians, and food aficionados for a day of entertainment, speeches, and delectable barbecue.
This cherished community event occurred at the Central Civitan Club’s building at 275 Highway 13, with plenty of free parking off Alonzo Place.
“The turnout was great. It was an election year, so we had a lot of politicians out here today, and many people come to listen to him,” said Central Civitan President Joe Mills.
116th Annual Lone Oak Picnic. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Hilltop Supermarket hosts 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off
May 7, 2024
Clarksville, TN – On a cloudy Saturday, May 4th, the air in Clarksville was thick with anticipation as Hilltop Supermarket held the 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off. Despite the looming threat of rain, the barbecue enthusiasts gathered, their grills fired up and their aprons ready.
“The rain held off, and we had some nice weather for the cook-off. Last night was the kick-off party, and today is the actual competition. Our judges are different county officials, like the Mayor, and other local barbecue experts,” Cody Jackson with Hilltop Supermarket said.
Brian Ford with Electro-Que-Ted was Grand Champion of Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Rain Can’t Dampen the Flavor: Clarksville’s Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off Heats Up
May 4, 2024
Clarksville, TN – The 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off commenced on Friday evening at Hilltop Supermarket in Clarksville, TN. The event started with a lively party featuring a 70s-80s Tribute Band and an array of delectable food available. Despite a drizzle earlier in the day, the weather cleared up in the afternoon, creating perfect conditions for the festivities.
“The weather worked out well. Around 10 o’clock, we were afraid, and it was still drizzling a little bit. But then the rain cleared off, and everything is great now, so I couldn’t ask for any better,” said Cody Jackson, Hilltop Supermarket.
Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off kickoff party. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Hilltop Supermarket’s 2021 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off kicked off Friday night
May 15, 2021
Clarksville, TN – The 2021 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off at Hilltop Supermarket began Friday night, May 14th, 2021. There was live music and plenty of food.
“The weather was been excellent tonight. Cool, but not too cold,” stated Cody Jackson, Hilltop Supermarket.
As Is playing at Hilltop Supermarket’s 2021 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off kickoff party.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra to hold annual “Winter Baroque”, December 8th
November 21, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On Sunday, December 8th, 2019, the Gateway Chamber Orchestra will host their annual winter concert at 4:00pm at Madison Street United Methodist Church in downtown Clarksville. Tickets for this Clarksville holiday tradition, ‘Winter Baroque,’ are on sale now at www.gatewaychamberorchestra.com
Tickets are available now for the Gateway Chamber Orchestra’s 2019-20 season – Emotion Abounds. This season presents the works of Franz Joseph Hayden, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and other composers who have come to define the GCO’s sound and approach, as well as a wide selection of top-notch guest performances.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra announces 2019-20 Season “Emotion Abounds”
August 17, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Tickets are on sale now for the Gateway Chamber Orchestra’s 2019-2020 Season – Emotion Abounds. This season, the GCO will perform inspiring musical programs that will transport audiences through time to explore the passionate works that have influenced centuries of music.
111th Lone Oak Picnic has fantastic turnout
August 3, 2019
Cunningham, TN – Last Saturday, July 27th, 2019, the Central Civitan held the 111th Annual Lone Oak Picnic at the Central Civitan Club building located at 275 Highway 13.
This free event featured live music, inflatables for the kids, face painting, silent auction, a car cruise in and off course the BBQ the picnic is famous for.
Great day, great crowd, great weather, one hundred and eleven years of doing this and going strong,” said Montgomery County Sheriff John Fuson. “This is one of the biggest and best organized community events that I have ever been to in Montgomery County. Talking to other Sheriffs that go to events across the state, they say the same thing.”
111th annual Lone Oak Picnic
Hilltop Supermarket 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off better than ever
May 11, 2019
Clarksville, TN – It had been raining early in the morning and rain was forecasted all day, but it let up during the Hilltop Supermarket 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off. The event was held Saturday, May 4th.
“The weather actually turned out great. We thought it was going to pour down all day,” said Cody Jackson, Hilltop Supermarket. “It was a little cloudy with a few drops of rain but it wasn’t bad at all. We got lucky.”
Big B’s BBQ’s Brian Morrison won Grand Champion at Hilltop Supermarket’s 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off.
Hilltop Supermarket’s 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off began last Friday night
May 10, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On Friday night, May 3rd, 2019, Hilltop Supermarket kicked off their 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off with a party, food, live music and the 2nd annual Country Kids Cook-Off. The weather was really nice despite rain earlier in the day and an overcast sky.
“The weather has been excellent. Considering what it’s been calling for all week and the cloud cover today, it was absolutely excellent,” stated Cody Jackson, Hilltop Supermarket. “There has not been a rain drop yet. The Lord blessed us today.”
The Beagles playing at Hilltop Supermarket’s 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off kickoff party.
Hilltop Supermarket’s 3rd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off a great success despite rain
May 6, 2018
Clarksville, TN – It might have been raining, but spirits were high at Hilltop Supermarket’s 3rd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off.
The cook off was held in honor of Dwayne Byard who past away three years ago. Proceeds from the event went towards a scholarship fund for Dwayne’s grandchildren.
Seventeen teams competed for trophies and cash prizes. There was BBQ, ribs and more for sale.
(L to R) Bubba Burchett and Ricky Thomas with RT-Que won Grand Champion at Hilltop Supermarket’s 3rd annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off, Saturday.
