Dunbar Cave State Park’s Cooling at the Cave Saturday, July 27th
July 12, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Come out to Dunbar Cave State Park from 3:00pm-5:00pm, Saturday, July 27th, and join the Friends of Dunbar Cave for their annual Cooling at the Cave with music, games and refreshments at the cool cave entrance.
Prior to air conditioning being widely available, locals would gather at Dunbar Cave to enjoy the cool air gently blowing from the mouth of the cave. Many concerts were held there as people would fellowship and beat the heat of summer.
Cooling at the Cave
Clarksville No Kill event at Montgomery County Animal Control this Saturday
June 13, 2013
Saturday Event to Benefit Shelter Dogs and Cats
Clarksville, TN – Dozens of volunteers and local animal advocates have organized an outreach and fundraising event that will be held in the parking lot of Montgomery County Animal Control, 616 North Spring Street, this Saturday, June 15th between 10:00am-4:00pm.
Saturday’s event is inspired by a nationwide effort known as the National No Kill Movement, which challenges animal shelters, animal advocates and communities across the nation to do better. Per the organization’s website: The leading cause of deaths among healthy dogs and cats in the United States is due to killing in shelters.
Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin Fundraiser at Hilltop Supermarket Saturday, June 15th
June 11, 2013
Clarksville, TN – There will be a community fundraiser for Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin Saturday, June 15th at Hilltop Supermarket from 9:00am until 2:00pm.
The two Montgomery Central High School Cheerleaders were injured on May 16th when they crashed head on into a vehicle that had crossed into their lane. Travis is still at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN undergoing treatment.
(L to R) Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin. A Fundraiser for these girls will be held Saturday, June 15th.
Manna Café Ministries Food Drive this week
March 26, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Manna Café Ministries’ “Manna Madness” is winding down. There are just have a few days left to make this the best March ever. They will be at Sams Club Thursday and Friday doing a food drive.
Don’t forget “Pack The Bus” Friday at B.A. Wolfe Powersports on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard next to Furnish 123. Their goal is to fill the bus with food donations and their food truck will be cooking up some food for donations as well.
So come out friday and help us close out March with a bang.
Kenwood Elementary School hosts Pennies for Pets Project
March 25, 2013
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Animal Control received a wonderful donation from Kenwood Elementary School on Friday, March 22nd.
The school’s Beta Club led the effort, called Pennies for Pets, a three week long service project to help raise money, awareness about animals and collect supplies all benefitting Montgomery County Animal Control.
(Far left standing) Stacy Rogers, KES Attendance Secretary; Christie Prescott, Beta Club Sponsor, with Madison the dog; Rachel Torres, Animal Control; Tim Clifton, Animal Control director. (Next row far left) Dylan Varney, Jumaire Ferrer, Sean Bouma, Yamilet Chavez-Tavera, DeShayla McDuffie. (Front row left) Jade Irwin, Katrina Shackelford, Sydney Boykin.
APSU gearing up for Dance Marathon to benefit Children’s Miracle Network
February 6, 2013
Clarksville, TN – For several hours, students at Austin Peay State University will dance the night away, while lending a helping hand, at the annual Dance Marathon.
The event, which benefits the Children’s Miracle Network, will begin at 6:00pm, Friday, February 8th in the Foy Fitness and Recreation Center on APSU’s campus. [Read more]
Go Commando Half Marathon donates $40,000 to Local Organizations
November 21, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Go Commando Half Marathon and 5k presented by CDE Lightband announced Thursday they would donate $40,000 to local non-profits and community organizations. The largest recipients, Clarksville Area YMCA and Fort Campbell Historical Foundation were on hand to accept the donations.
YMCA check was accepted by James “O’Bee” O’Bryant Executive Director of the Clarksville Area YMCA. From L to R: Jessica Goldberg (Race Director), O’Bee O’Bryant (YMCA Executive Director), Jim Manning (CDE Lightband), and Channel Lemon (Race Director).
Montgomery County Government Offices to collect food for Manna Café
October 15, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – The holidays are quickly approaching and it’s the time of year when many in our community need assistance. Montgomery County Government is partnering with Manna Café Ministries to host a county-wide food drive.
All county offices will be collecting non-perishable food items beginning Monday, October 15th and going through the month of November. Donations will be distributed through Manna Café to those needing assistance. If you are interested in donating, look for the box marked Manna Café Food Donation located inside all county offices.
The Manna Café Ministries Mobile Café on Gracey Avenue.
Renowned flutist William Bennett to perform at Austin Peay State University on June 28th
June 27, 2012
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – In 1995, Britain’s Queen Elizabeth presented flutist William Bennett with the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire for his distinguished services to music.
He has been called the “greatest living flute player in the world,” and musicians across the globe dream of someday studying under his guidance. [Read more]
Yard Sale Fundraiser to be held for Brady Conatser June 2nd
May 16, 2012
Cunningham, TN – There will be a yard sale for Brady Conatser June 2nd starting 9:00am at the Montgomery Central High School parking lot in Cunningham, TN. Donations are still being accepted. The yard sale is to help raise money for equipment that Brady needs for his rehabilitation.
Some of the items include an exercise bike, treadmill, patio set, futon bed, weight set, televisions, antique silver trays, antique glassware, lots of kids toys and clothes. There will also be a band playing.
If you have items you would like to donate for the yard sale please call Vicki at
931.801.6862 or Betsy at 931.801.3529 to discuss either pickup or a time for drop off. Brady is now home from Atlanta and is doing good but still needs a lot of rehab. [Read more]
