Mayor Kim McMillan appoints Arthur Bing as Interim Director of Clarksville Transit System
June 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan has appointed Arthur Bing as the Interim Director of the Clarksville Transit System. Mr. Bing’s appointment will become effective July 1st, 2014 upon the resignation of long-time Director Jimmy Smith.
A Clarksville Transit System Bus
Art Walk in Downtown Clarksville scheduled for July 3rd 2014
June 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville scheduled for July 3rd (Bill Larson Clarksville Online)
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum July 2014 Exhibits and Activities
June 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
In the month of June, the Museum will feature Figuratively Speaking: National Juried Exhibition, Serving Abroad: Through Their Eyes by Lincoln Schatz, Greg Williamson: With the Troops, Surroundings: The Art of Janet Felts, Paul Harmon: Inner Voices, The Outsiders: Folk Art from the Hicks & Vander Elst Collections, Art & Lunch: Gallery Talk with Greg Williamson, Farms Long Ago & Farms Today, “What’s There to Eat?”, Which Came First, Chicken or Egg?, Sheep in the Meadow, Cows in the Corn and Row, Row, Row Your Boat.
Paul Harmon exhibits begins July 3rd at the Customs House Museum.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation now taking registrations for Fall Adult Softball League
June 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – It’s that time of year again, softball fans! Grab a team and register for the adult softball league! Teams may begin registering today, Monday, June 30th.
This league is open to men and women ages 18 and older. To ensure your team gets a spot in the league, team deposits of $100.00 are due no later than July 11th. [Read more]
Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for July 1st through July 5th, 2014
June 30, 2014
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 this summer. There are programs for children and adults.
Upcoming events include: The Secret World of Bats, Bird Hike, Dunbar Cave History Walk, Easy Night Hike, Kids Nature Games, and Eyes of the Night.
Dunbar Cave State Park.
Clarksville Weekly Market Snapshot from Frazier Allen for the week of June 29th, 2014
June 29, 2014
Clarksville, TN – GDP growth was revised to a -2.9% annual rate in the third estimate for 1Q14 (vs. -1.0% in the 2nd estimate and +0.1% in the advance estimate).
Prior estimates showed that a slower rate of inventory accumulation and a wider trade deficit subtracted considerably from overall growth – the third estimate showed a somewhat larger subtraction of 3.2 percentage points from the headline GDP growth figure (Domestic Final Sales, GDP less net exports and the change in inventories, rose at a 0.3% annual rate).
Frazier Allen
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 29th, 2014
June 29, 2014
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: Clarksville’s Wonder Kids Triathlon, Rally on the Cumberland Canoe and Kayak Race, Independence Day Celebration and Adaptive Yoga to start in July.
Inaugural Tri Clarksville Triathlon Coming in August
June 28, 2014
Clarksville, TN – There is still time to register, and receive a discounted rate, for Clarksville’s inaugural Tri Clarksville Triathlon, coming up Saturday, August 23rd, 2014.
Hundreds of bikers, swimmers and runners will test their strength and ability along the Cumberland River and the roads of Montgomery County. The route will begin and end at Liberty Park and will consist of both Intermediate and Sprint races. [Read more]
Parking along road yellow median no longer allowed at Clarksville Downtown Market
June 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Beginning this week at the Clarksville Downtown Market on Public Square we will no longer be allowing customers that come to the market to park along the yellow median on the road.
Signs will be posted stating to not park along that area and the police will begin ticketing individuals that park there.
This has become a safety concern over the past few weeks with a few incidences that have taken place.
Clarksville Downtown Market
Consumers pledge support for the Clarksville Downtown Market
June 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Pledge your support for your Clarksville Downtown Market! Each pledge made for our market inches us closer to the number one market in the country as a part of the “I Love My Farmers Market Celebration™” hosted by American Farmland Trust.
Pledge your support for the Clarksville Downtown Market (Bill Larson Clarksville Online)
