Highway Drive Tower Construction Update
March 6, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Government is pleased to have assisted AT&T in receiving FAA approval for the tower construction on Highway Drive that includes the NOAA weather broadcasting system.
This approval was the final hurdle before the on-site tower construction could begin. Approval was received Friday morning and work began immediately to set a construction date.
Phil Harpel and Montgomery County Mayor Carolyn Bowers survey one of the buildings that will house the tower equipment. The tower foundation and equipment buildings have already been completed on-site.
Clarksville Montgomery County School System selects Clarksville High School Assistant Principal
March 6, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – Shari Tharpe has been selected as the new assistant principal at Clarksville High School, replacing Jean Luna who was named principal.
Mrs. Tharpe’s background is as a science teacher and science department chair at Kenwood High School, where she co-led the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math throughout the district.
Shari Tharpe is the new Assistant Principal for Clarksville High School.
Tennessee artist Olen Bryant to be honored at Sunday’s Austin Peay State University’s Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts’ annual CECA Ovation Awards
March 2, 2012
Clarksville, TN – For decades, artist and Austin Peay State University emeritus professor Olen Bryant has inspired students and community members through his patient demeanor and innovative sculptural works. His reputation as an artist was solidified locally in the early 1980s when his piece, “The Sentinel,” was unveiled as a permanent, public art installation in the center of the APSU campus.
But at 2:00pm on March 4th, the University will again recognize him when he is named the recipient of this year’s George Mabry Award, presented during the APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts’ annual Ovation Awards Ceremony at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center auditorium. [Read more]
Clarksville Montgomery County School System names Assistant Principal for Carmel Elementary
March 1, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – Susan Holloway has been selected by the Clarksville Montgomery County School System to serve as assistant principal at the community’s newest elementary school, set to open in August.
Holloway currently is the advanced learning specialist for first through fifth grades in the Cobb County, Georgia school system, where she has worked since 1998.
Susan Holloway to be the Assistant Principal for Carmel Elementary when it opens.
Austin Peay State University Child Learning Center earns Gold Sneaker Award from Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam
February 26, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Last year, Connie Sanders, director of the Austin Peay State University Child Learning Center, became concerned about the preschool-aged children under her care. Many of them brought sack lunches with junk food and sugary treats, and she knew they weren’t getting enough exercise at home.
Obesity and diabetes loomed in their future, so Sanders and her staff decided to do something before it was too late. [Read more]
Budweiser of Clarksville dontates to Habitat for Humanity Women Build 2012
February 23, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Budweiser of Clarksville made a $1000 donation to Habitat for Humanity Women Build 2012 in an effort to raise $30,000 in sponsorships to build a new home for a qualified low-income Habitat partner family.
Women Build is a women-led committee dedicated to developing resources to build the home. Women from Montgomery County are dedicating their time and experience to raise funds and resources in their community for the effort. City Councilwoman Deanna McLaughlin is leading the campaign.
J.R Hand presents City Councilwoman Deanna McLaughlin a $1,000 check for Habitat for Humanity Women Build 2012 Thursday afternoon.
Prom Dresses overtake Miller-Motte Technical College Campus
February 22, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Prom-O-Rama has come to Clarksville and a rainbow of color is flowing through Miller-Motte Technical College’s (MMTC) campus these days. Dozens and dozens of prom dresses are being collected at MMTC. In an effort to keep costs down for Montgomery County high school girls attending their proms, MMTC is collecting prom dresses from ladies in the community that wish to sell dresses they will no longer wear but would like to sell.
Maria Scott, High School Presenter for Miller-Motte, shows off some of the available dresses at Prom-O-Rama on Saturday. (Photo by: Lois Jones)
Nashville State community College acquires satellite Campus site in Clarksville Tennessee this week
February 18, 2012
Deal is next step toward holding classes later this year
Clarksville, TN – Members of the Montgomery County legislative delegation announced Friday that Nashville State Community College has formally acquired the former Saturn dealership on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard for its satellite campus.
“I am pleased with the news regarding transfer of ownership of this building to Nashville State Community College,” State Representative Joe Pitts said. “This is another step toward the reality of having this fine institution in the Clarksville higher education community.” [Read more]
Early Voting Begins
February 17, 2012
Montgomery County Election Commission Reminds Voters to Present Photo ID at the Polls
Montgomery County, TN – Early voting began on Wednesday, February 15th, giving registered voters the opportunity to cast ballots for the March 6th Presidential Preference Primary. This is the first statewide election in which voters are required to show photo identification prior to casting their ballots.
Montgomery County Administrator of Elections Vickie Koelman is encouraging voters to take advantage of early voting. [Read more]
Montgomery Central High School Varsity Cheerleaders win 4th Straight National Champ
February 15, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery Central High School Varsity Cheerleaders won their 4th straight National Championship this past weekend at the National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, FL.
They competed against 15 teams from across the country in the Small Varsity Non-Tumbling Division.
The Montgomery Central High School Varsity Cheerleaders
