Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards Nominations now being accepted
November 5, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – Nominations for the Seventh Annual Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards are now being accepted within Montgomery County. The awards will celebrate the efforts of volunteers who strive to improve their communities through service.
One youth and one adult will be selected in Montgomery County to receive this prestigious award. [Read more]
Montgomery County Food Drive hosted by County Government and Legends Bank
November 1, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – The holidays are quickly approaching and it’s the time of year when many in our community need assistance.
As part of the Mayor’s proclamation declaring November to be Homeless Awareness Month, Montgomery County Government is partnering with Legends Bank to host a county-wide food drive.
All county offices and Legends Bank locations will be collecting non-perishable food items beginning Monday, November 3rd and going through the month of November. [Read more]
APSU, Clarksville Chamber and Montgomery County Hosting Veterans and Homecoming Celebrations this November
October 1, 2014
Clarksville, TN – This November, Austin Peay State University will partner with Montgomery County and the Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce to honor the veterans and military-affiliated individuals who live, study and work in this community.
The University is tailoring its 2014 Homecoming Celebration that month to include the military theme “Gov Strong,” creating a week long community and university celebration for local veterans. Both entities will host several events during the first week of November, culminating in a joint Homecoming/Veterans Day Parade through downtown Clarksville and campus at 10:00am on November 8th.
Austin Peay Football
Montgomery County to get multimodal general purpose Port
September 21, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) recently selected a proposal from the Montgomery County Port Authority, an Authority created by Montgomery County Government, for funding under the federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) program.
The Cumberland River Regional Waterway Facility will expand a single-purpose terminal into a multimodal general purpose port with connections to rail and highway systems on the Cumberland River in Montgomery County. [Read more]
Montgomery County Health Department Workers recognized by the Tennessee Public Health Association
September 17, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – Last week, two Montgomery County public health employees, Joey Smith and Charlene Haynes, were recognized at the Tennessee Public Health Association’s 71st annual conference in Franklin, TN.
Charlene Haynes was awarded the R. H. Hutcheson, Sr., MD Award. This award is presented to a person in the field of public health who has made outstanding contributions to public health throughout their career, over a period of several years. This is considered the association’s highest award. Charlene served the Montgomery County Health Department for several years before accepting her current position as Regional Nursing Supervisor for the Tennessee Department of Health.
Charlene Haynes being awarded the R. H. Hutcheson, Sr., MD Award
Tennessee Governor’s Books from Birth Bus Tour stops at Governor’s Square Mall on September 11th
September 8, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Governor’s Books from Birth Foundation (GBBF) launched its “Books from Birth 10th Anniversary Tour” on August 26th in Johnson County and it will conclude at the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville on September 30th, visiting some 50 counties across the state in a forty-five foot decorated touring coach.
The tour bus will visit Clarksville at the Food Court entrance to Governor’s Square Mall on Thursday, September 11th from 12:30pm to 2:00pm.
Customs House Museum opens “Becoming Clarksville: Celebrating Legacies of Leadership” in the newly remodeled Clarksville Jaycee’s Heritage Hall
November 15, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, the Customs House Museum cut the ribbon on its newest permanent exhibit, “Becoming Clarksville: Honoring Legacies of Leadership.”
Through the prism of leadership, the exhibit explores the history of Clarksville and Montgomery County, focusing on the stories of individuals who helped shape the city, featuring unique interactive and video elements. Becoming Clarksville also serves as a legacy for the Clarksville Jaycees, remembering its history and contributions to the people of Clarksville.
Evans Harvill and Wayne Wilkerson cut the ribbon opening the Becoming Clarksville: Celebrating Legacies of Leadership Exhibit
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee announces Phase Two of Statues of Patriot’s Park Initiative now underway
September 9, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) is pleased to announce that Phase Two of the Statues of Patriot’s Park initiative is underway.
Statues of Patriots Park Phase Two
Clarksville Chamber of Commerce announces New Board of Directors
July 4, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2012-2013 Chamber Board of Directors. The Chamber elects new leadership each fiscal year, with the fiscal year running from July 1st, 2012 to June 30th, 2013. [Read more]
“The Statues of Patriots Park” To Honor Soldiers Of Fort Campbell
February 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – At a special called meeting of the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Military Affairs (MAC) Committee on Thursday, Jim Durrett, Chamber Second Vice-Chairman, presented the concept for the “The Statues of Patriots Park” project.
Military Affairs Committee Chairman, Jeff Truitt and Chamber Second Vice-Chairman, Jim Durrett, present the “Statues of Patriots Park” project to a group of MAC members on Thursday morning.
