Clarksville Street Department’s Adopt-A-Street Program fights Litter
June 22, 2020
Clarksville Street Department looking for cleanup partners
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Street Department is inviting individuals and organizations to help keep the community clean by participating in the Adopt-A-Street Program.
A new sign has been designed for the Clarksville Street Department’s Adopt-A-Street Program.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Billy Dunlop Park to reopen after Renovations
June 22, 2020
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Billy Dunlop Park ribbon cutting ceremony on June 24th.
Clarksville, TN – After a 6-month renovation project, Clarksville’s Billy Dunlop Park will reopen with an improved pavilion and extensive landscaping designed to protect the riverbank from erosion.
The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will host a ribbon-cutting event on Wednesday, June 24th, 2020 at 9:00am at the park, 1930 E Boyscout Road. After the ceremony, the park will be reopened to the public.
Visitors will find major improvements to the park’s large pavilion, which got structural repairs, a new roof, siding and stone pillars. Other upgrades include new picnic tables, a grill and modern, fully accessible restrooms.
The renovated pavilion at Billy Dunlop Park now has modern, fully accessible restrooms.
APSU Board of Trustees presents awards, approves 2020-21 budget
June 21, 2020
Clarksville, TN – During the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Board of Trustee’s summer meeting on June 5th, 2020 trustees honored five individuals with the board’s annual awards – the APSU Philanthropist of the Year Award, the Govs Who Lead Through Military Service Award and the Govs Who Lead Through Service Award.
Joe and Cathi Maynard. (APSU)
APSU’s new Aviation Science Program sees first students take flight in Helicopters
June 19, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) aviation science student Jerry Gray first dreamed of flying when he was 10.
“I remember what bit me,” he recalled. “I was on a ValuJet flight out of Florida. It was stormy, and I was scared, but when we got to the top of the clouds, it looked like snow.
Jerry Gray is one of the first students in Austin Peay State University’s new aviation science program. (APSU)
Austin Peay professors bring diverse science lessons to Governor’s School of Computational Physics
June 18, 2020
Clarksville, TN – In a typical year, the Governor’s School for Computational Physics at Austin Peay State University (APSU) includes two field trips to renowned nearby science centers.
But this year isn’t typical.
Friction Stir Welding. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation seeks land for New Recreation Center
June 16, 2020
Clarksville Parks and Recreation requests proposals for 10-acre sites
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a suitable parcel of at least 10 acres of land for a proposed new regional recreation center.
The City of Clarksville Purchasing Department has posted the formal Request for Proposals, which defines Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s preferred minimum requirements and solicits proposals with adequate information to evaluate the land offered by potential sellers or donors.
Interested parties can access the full Request for Proposals on the City’s website here.
Proposals must be submitted no later than 2:30pm on July 9th, 2020. The Purchasing Department can be reached at 931.553.2477 or by email at purchasing@cityofclarksville.com
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Office
Customs House Museum Celebrates the American West with Its Wonders of the West Exhibit
June 16, 2020
Clarksville, TN – If you’ve recently stepped into the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center since its reopening to the public, then you’ve probably been instantly transported to the American West in the Museum’s Kimbrough Gallery.
Wonders of the West, an exhibit sponsored by Heimansohn Steel & Salvage, celebrates America’s Western culture through scenic landscapes, wonderful crafts by Native American artisans and a tribute to the Acme Boot Company.
American West Painting at the Customs House Museum.
APSU announces changes to Fall 2020 academic calendar
June 16, 2020
Clarksville, TN – In response to the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Office of Academic Affairs recently announced changes to the University’s academic calendar for the Fall 2020 semester.
The campus of Austin Peay State University. (APSU)
Manna Café Ministries to hold Mobile Pantry at One Church this Saturday, June 20th
June 15, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, June 20th, 2020, Manna Café Ministries will conduct a Mobile Pantry at One Church, 1810 Tiny Town Road, Clarksville, TN 37042 (Great Escape/Regal Movie Theater parking lot).
This free event will begin at 10:00am.
Anyone in the community needing assistance with groceries is welcome.
Manna Café Ministries to hold a Mobile Pantry food giveaway on Saturday, June 20th.
Fort Defiance to hold “Music at the Fort”, June 27th
June 14, 2020
Restrictions will be in place to limit capacity
Clarksville, TN – Grab a blanket and pack a picnic lunch for Music at the Fort, an outdoor musical event Saturday, June 27th, 2020 at Fort Defiance Civil War Park.
“This will be our first event since the pandemic, so we’re certainly glad to be back,” said William Parker, Historical Interpreter at Fort Defiance. “It’ll be a great opportunity for patrons to see the park and hear some music from the past.”
Guests will enjoy a string band playing music of the 19th century.
Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy live music at Fort Defiance Civil War Park on Saturday, June 27th
