Senator Marsha Blackburn visits APSU to congratulate University’s military, veteran summer graduates
August 12, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On August 7th, 2019, Austin Peay State University (APSU) got a surprise visit from U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn to congratulate the University’s graduating military and veteran students.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn attends Austin Peay State University’s Military and Veteran Graduate Recognition Ceremony. (APSU)
Clarksville Police to hold “Coffee with a Cop” at Mugsy’s Coffee Co M2, August 15th
August 12, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Please come join Clarksville Police for a cup of coffee at Mugsy’s Coffee Co M2, Thursday, August 15th, 2019, from 11:00am-12:00pm at 620 Dunlop Lane, #123 (across from Tennova Hospital) The good folks at Mugsy’s Coffee will providing the cup and CPD officers will be there to chat with you. Hope you can make it.
Oftentimes, the majority of contact between the public and law enforcement are during emergencies or very emotional situations, which do not provide a good opportunity for relationship building.
Austin Peay State University Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts receives grant to bolster efforts with local school teachers
August 12, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts recently received a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to expand the University’s arts education partnership with the local school system.
Randy Barron, a John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts teaching artist, led workshops last October as part of the CECA-CMCSS Partners in Education program. (APSU)
Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for August 17th-18th, 2019
August 11, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
The upcoming events include: Hummingbird and Butterfly Festival, Candlelight Yoga at the Cave, and Unknown Realms.
Dunbar Cave Hummingbird and Butterfly Festival
Vendor spots still available for 14th annual Frolic on Franklin
August 10, 2019
Clarksville, TN – With over a month to go, booth space at the 14th annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts” is already going quickly. Less than ten slots remain for artists and arts demonstrators at this year’s event.
Interested artists may download a vendor application at www.roxyregionaltheatre.org/frolic. Completed applications, with a $30.00 entry fee, must be received by Monday, August 12th.
Frolic on Franklin will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2019 from 8:30am to 3:30pm, in the 100-block of Franklin Street in Historic Downtown Clarksville.
14th Annual Frolic on Franklin is set for Saturday, September 14th.
Austin Peay’s Center for Rural Education serving teachers in Houston County, Humphreys County
August 10, 2019
Clarksville, TN – To stage a good, minor explosion – for scientific purposes only – you need about $5.00. That’s what the chair of the Austin Peay State University (APSU) chemistry department, Dr. Lisa Sullivan, said when she used a cheap plastic bottle, a little methanol and the free oxygen we all breath for a quick scientific experiment.
Austin Peay Dr. Lisa Sullivan presents low-budget demonstrations to 30 rural science teachers. (APSU)
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization Celebrates 75 Years of Serving Military Veterans
August 9, 2019
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization (VSO) is celebrating its 75th year of serving military veterans primarily in Clarksville-Montgomery County.
To commemorate this significant achievement, the VSO is hosting a celebration on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Veterans Plaza located at 350 Pageant Lane in Clarksville.
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization Celebrates 75 Years of Serving Military Veterans on August 24th.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center features new works from Paul Harmon
August 9, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is showcasing large oil paintings on canvas and paper by acclaimed artist Paul Harmon in the Museum’s Crouch Gallery. Harmon’s signature themes of reclining nudes and literary references are showcased in more than fifty works.
New forms such as a dappled horse and a vibrant fox dance throughout the collection in Harmon’s signature blue hue and bold use of contour lines.
A Song for Emily Dickinson – Paul Harmon
Montgomery County Ranks Second-Highest of all Tennessee Counties for Tourism Growth
August 8, 2019
Visitor Spending in Montgomery County Tops $244.7 Million in 2018
Clarksville, TN – Montgomery County saw the second-highest growth rate in tourism spending of all 95 Tennessee counties during 2018. Direct travel spending increased 9.12% over 2017, for a record-high of $244.7 million.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Mark Ezell announced Tuesday that the state hit a record-high $22 billion in domestic and international travel spending, up 6% from 2017.
Tourist Development Commissioner Mark Ezell, Visit Clarksville Sales Director Frances Manzitto, Governor Bill Lee and Visit Clarksville Executive Director Theresa Harrington at the Governor’s announcement of the 2018 economic impact of travel on Tennessee. (Ed Rode)
Austin Peay professor Harriet McQueen’s stolen billfold found down the hall 32 years later
August 7, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Thirty-two years ago, during the 1987 fall semester, a thief snatched Dr. Harriet McQueen’s billfold from her desk drawer in the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Kimbrough Building.
Drs. Harriet and Leon McQueen look through the billfold’s contents, untouched for nearly 32 years. (APSU)
