Montgomery County Population Estimated at 195,734
April 3, 2017
Clarksville, TN – U.S. Census Bureau estimates released last week show Montgomery County’s population at 195,734 as of July 1st, 2016. The increase from July 1st, 2015 to July 1st, 2016 means the county gained 2,440 new residents, or almost seven persons per day.
Since 2010, Montgomery County’s growth rate of 13.6%, or 23,372 new residents, is among the top counties in the state. Population estimates for the city of Clarksville have not yet been released.
Downtown Clarksville. (David Smith)
Nominations Open for Clarksville Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards
March 14, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for three annual awards: The Ted A. Crozier Sr. Community Commitment Award, Boots to Suits: Veteran of the Year and Young Professional of the Year.
Nominations must be received at the Chamber by Friday, April 7th 3027 and winners will be announced at the Chamber’s Annual Gala on Tuesday, May 9th.
Ted A. Crozier Sr. received the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala.
Clarksville to Host 2017 Football All-Star Classic
February 27, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The 2017 Toyota East-West Football All-Star Classic will be held in Clarksville, Tennessee at Austin Peay State University on Friday, December 8th, 2017. The All-Star Classic is organized by the Tennessee Athletic Coaches Association (TACA) and is made up of the state’s top 88 senior football players who are selected from more than 400 nominations.
“During the process of competing for the TSSAA state championship, we captured the attention of folks at TACA,” said Visit Clarksville Executive Director Theresa Harrington.
Tennessee’s top 88 Football Seniors to play in 2017 Toyota East-West Football All-Star Classic December 8th, 2017.
Customs House Museum becomes Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified
February 20, 2017
Montgomery County, TN – The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center is the first organization of 2017 to celebrate their Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification.
Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett, City of Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, Chamber of Commerce Director Melinda Shepard, several CMC Green Certification Steering Committee Members and several Museum Board Members attended their green ribbon cutting.
(L to R) Melinda Shepard, Randy Spurgeon (Customs House Staff): Sollie Fott (Customs House Board of Trustees); Terri Jordan (Customs House Staff); Colin McAlexander (Customs House Staff); JD Richardson; Mayor Durrett, Kali Mason (Customs House Staff); Mayor McMillan, Jim Zimmer; Eleanor Williams (Customs House Board of Trustees); William Wyatt (Customs House Chair, Board of Trustees); Tim Swaw (CMCGCP Steering Committee) and Daryl Pater (CMCGCP Steering Committee).
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce announces January Events
January 4, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce announces upcoming events during the month of January.
On Tuesday, January 17th, the Chamber host its annual Mayors Power Breakfast at the Riverview Inn, 50 College Street at 7:30am.
The Riverview Inn in Downtown Clarksville.
Clarksville kicks off the Christmas Season with annual Lighted Parade
December 6, 2016
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, December 3rd, 2016, the 57th Annual Clarksville Lighted Christmas Parade was held in Downtown Clarksville. The theme this year was “Christmas Trees & Memories”.
Caroling on the courthouse steps began before the parade at 4:00pm. The Montgomery Central Elementary School Choir; Clarksville Academy Choirs; Northeast High School Exit One, JV Exit One & Concert Choirs; and West Creek High School Choir sang Christmas carols and performed to the delight of the crowd before the start of the parade.
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in the 56th Annual Clarksville Lighted Christmas Parade held Saturday.
Montgomery County seeks Nominations for Volunteers Stars Awards
November 28, 2016
Montgomery County, TN – Nominations for the Ninth 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.
Montgomery County Parks and Recreation earns state award for RichEllen Park
November 19, 2016
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Department was recently awarded the Four Star Award for Excellence in Parks and Recreation for RichEllen Park.
The award was presented during the annual Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association state conference, held earlier this week in Memphis, TN.
(L to R) Montgomery County Parks Director Jerry Allbert, Administrative Coordinator Sally Burchett and Assistant Parks Director Joe Rodocker were on hand to receive the TRPA award earlier this week.
Soldiers and Families Embraced to hold “Lighting the Way Home” breakfast November 10th
October 12, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Soldiers may deploy into combat as a unit, but too often, the journey home is lonely and discouraging. Combat veterans – both men and women – may make the physical journey successfully back to the states but finding the way home after war – navigating the pain, the losses and the guilt – can take years. You can help, though.
Join SAFE: Soldiers and Families Embraced, community leaders and your neighbors on Thursday, November 10th, 2016, to share a meal at the organization’s annual fundraising breakfast, “Lighting the Way Home.”
Soldiers and Families Embraced retreat for active duty military, veterans and families.
Montgomery County Government partners with Siemens for Efficiency Project
September 27, 2016
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Government is pleased to partner with Siemens Industry Inc. to begin a nearly $5 million, self funded efficiency project. Mayor Jim Durrett explains, “This project is very unique, as it will be funded through the savings that it generates over time.”
He continues, “Government doesn’t get to take on projects very often that pay for itself, so I’m really excited about this one. It’s a win-win for us. We will not only be upgrading and replacing much need items like chillers, boilers and lighting, but at the same time installing equipment that is much more efficient, saving us money on utilities for years to come.”
Mayor Jim Durrett says the efficiency project is projected to save the Montgomery County Government $358,827 in the first year.
