Frazier Allen talks about Connecting Two Generations
August 23, 2015
Boomers and millennials have similar attitudes about money
Clarksville, TN – Grandparents, get ready to share your money memories. Maybe it’s the commonalities of post-Depression and post-recession saving mentalities. Or maybe being a generation away soothes the pressures of parental advice and control. Whatever the reason, millennials crave financial guidance from their grandparents.
Millennials saw the recession firsthand. They have high levels of student debt, continue to receive parental financial support into and beyond their college years, and more than half are living paycheck-to-paycheck. With that comes a slight chance to create long-term savings.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for August 22nd, 2015
August 23, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include: Tickets on sale for VIP event with Serieux: A Temptations Revue, Fort Defiance to host Civil War Recruitment Day, Riverfest Regatta, Fly Fishing program for youth and teens, and Riverfest Human Foosball Tournament.
Austin Peay Inaugural Governors Games crowns winners, celebrates area veterans, military families
August 22, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The sounds of iron being lifted, feet pounding the track and athletes pushing themselves past their limit filled the air on August 1st, as nearly two-dozen teams converged on the campus of Austin Peay State University for the inaugural Governors Games Powered by CrossFit Clarksville.
While teams of four competed for top honors, the real goal was to honor APSU and the Clarksville community’s military alumni, soldiers and families from Fort Campbell.
Athletes compete in the 2015 APSU Governors Games Powered by CrossFit Clarksville on Saturday, August 1st, 2015. (Cassidy Graves)
New session of Archery to be offered at the Kleeman Center this September
August 21, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Already learned the fundamentals of archery and looking to build on those newfound skills? Look no further than the Kleeman Community Center’s 8-week, Olympic Archery program beginning September 9th.
Program participants, ages 10-18, will take the next step in their archery journey as they embark on this second-level course that meets at 4:00pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. [Read more]
Beachaven Winery hosts Jazz on the Lawn Benefit for LEAP
August 21, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Sunday, August 16th Beachaven Winery concert series ‘Jazz on the Lawn’ featured music by the Back Road Brigade sponsored by the Joe Padula Show on 1400 WJZM to benefit the LEAP Organization.
”I was impressed with the attendance for our first event of this magnitude. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and it provided an opportunity for board members to interact with staff and volunteers” commented County Commissioner Jason Hodges who serves on the LEAP Board and spearheaded the event.
Beachaven Winery Benefit for LEAP Organization sponsored by the Joe Padula Show on 1400 WJZM.
SPAY-ghetti Dinner fundraiser benefiting the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County this Friday
August 20, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The First Presbyterian Church in downtown Clarksville will be hosting a SPAY-ghetti dinner on Friday, August 21st benefiting the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County.
Dinner will start being served at 5:00pm, and will continue to accept guests until 7:00pm. The meal includes spaghetti, salad, bread, drink and dessert provided by George the Cake Guy!
More than 800 freshmen to arrive at APSU on today, August 20th
August 20, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, August 20th, about 840 young men and women will arrive at Austin Peay State University to begin the next phase of their lives as freshmen living on a college campus.
During the busy morning and early afternoon, parking lots around the University’s residence halls will be full of families unloading heavy suitcases and bundles of clothing from their vehicles.
Austin Peay freshmen move in today for fall semester. (APSU)
Friends of Rotary Park to hold 5k/1 Mile Run and Walk fundraiser September 19th
August 19, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, September 19th, 2015, the Friends of Rotary Park (FORP) will hold their first annual 5k/1 Mile Run and Walk fundraiser.
All runners to be creative in wearing your 80’s attire. FORP is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
FORP is asking for a $20.00 donation for adults(18 and over). For youth(17 and under) a $12.00 donation. While, 5 and under is free.
Frazier Allen talks about Surprising Expenses in Retirement
August 19, 2015
Clarksville, TN – While it’s no secret that retirement brings a lot of unknowns, you don’t want to be caught off guard if you can help it.
With so many decisions to be made from both financial and lifestyle perspectives, planning now for some of the “surprises” that may come your way can give you confidence that your financial future will be comfortable.
Keep these costs in mind to keep your retirement dreams (and budget) intact
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center to hold Civil War Recruitment Day Saturday, August 29th
August 19, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Experience history in action at the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center’s Civil War Recruitment Day on Saturday, August 29th from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Come spend the day as re-enactors conduct a historical “recruiting” event. Throughout the day children can visit the Commanding Officers to enlist into either the Confederate or Union Armies, drill with the soldiers before receiving their “discharge” papers.
