Austin Peay State University Student to earn degree December 13th after two decades
December 10, 2013
Clarksville, TN – When Keith Wilson, 51, first arrived at Austin Peay State University, George H.W. Bush was president of the United States, Johnny Carson ended his 30-year tenure as host of the Tonight Show and Barcelona hosted the Summer Olympic Games.
Much has changed since 1992, except for Wilson’s status as an APSU student. A series of health problems delayed his studies over the years, causing him to sometimes drop out or take only one class a semester. [Read more]
American Red Cross Holiday Campaign Urges Public to Give Something that Means Something
December 5, 2013
People can donate money, holiday cards or time
Clarksville, TN – The American Red Cross has launched its holiday campaign and urged people to give hope to those in need by giving something meaningful during the upcoming holiday season.
“Make this holiday season truly meaningful by supporting the Red Cross Holiday Campaign and helping a victim of disaster or by remembering a member of the Armed Forces who is far from home,” said Julie Campos, Chapter Executive for the American Red Cross, Two Rivers Chapter. [Read more]
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum Gears Up for Biennial National Exhibition
December 2, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The human form is the theme of the upcoming national juried exhibition at the Customs House Museum. Entries for the show, Figuratively Speaking, are currently being accepted. The 2014 show is open to artists 18 years and older, residing in the United States.
The juror for the exhibition is Ruth Crnkovich, fine art appraiser and collection management specialist for private collectors, corporations, and museums. Ruth has served on multiple museum boards, including as a founding member of the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park in Illinois.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Wendy’s Unveils Innovative Restaurant Design in Clarksville
November 22, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Welcome to the new Wendy’s, Clarksville!
With a revitalized décor, comfortable seating and other amenities, customers will enjoy a stunning new Wendy’s experience when they visit the remodeled restaurant at 2330 Madison Street just re-opened this week, across from Wal Mart.
Wendy’s Restaurant on Madison Street, Clarksville. (Photo by Wendy’s of Clarksville)
APSU announces winner of 2013 Young Composers Award
November 19, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The winner of the 27th Annual Young Composer’s Competition at Austin Peay State University was recently announced by the APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts. The winning composer is Christopher Chandler, of Rochester, NY, who won for his “deep in liquid indigo” for chamber ensemble.
Chandler was born in Savannah, GA, in 1986 and currently lives in Rochester, where he is pursuing a Ph.D. in composition at the Eastman School of Music. [Read more]
Spencer Coleman, Owner of Coleman Tractor Company in Clarksville, Elected to Serve as Vice President on Kubota’s 2013 National Dealer Advisory Board
November 18, 2013
Torrance, CA – Spencer Coleman of Coleman Tractor Company, with dealerships in Paris and Clarksville Tennessee, has been elected to represent the Southeast Division and serve on the 2013 National Dealer Advisory Board for Kubota Tractor Corporation.
Comprised of eight members representing all regions of the U.S., this Board is a critical link in the dealer-manufacturer relationship with Kubota.
Spencer Coleman of Coleman Tractor Company elected to serve as Vice President on 2013 Kubota National Dealer Advisory Board.
Legends Bank protects Veterans with Crime Prevention Program in Veterans Homes
November 7, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Legends Bank has joined with the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation (SHCPF), the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and the American Bankers Association (ABA) to ensure that 40,000 Veterans living in 160 state Veteran nursing homes in the U.S. are able to live out their lives in safe, secure, enhanced quality of life environments free from the daily fear of crime, abuse, neglect, hostility and deprivation of personal freedom, as provided through the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation’s Senior Crimestoppers program.
Logan’s Roadhouse Honors Veterans with Folds of Honor Partnership
November 7, 2013
Nashville, TN – For guests looking to make a difference this Veterans Day, Logan’s Roadhouse has also formed a partnership with Folds of Honor (Folds of Honor Foundation), donating a portion of sales to the foundation to help support families of deceased or disabled veterans through scholarship programs and additional assistance.
The partnership was launched through Logan’s desire to not only help veterans near restaurant locations, but to also create a larger impact on the lives of veterans across the United States and abroad.
Go Commando Runner Provides Awareness to Gun Violence
October 14, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Every day, law enforcement across the United States step out onto the streets in an effort to protect and serve. Their dedication extends across the communities they patrol and within their own community of officers.
This year, on October 19th, one of Montgomery County’s own will run in the Go Commando Half Marathon & 5k powered by CDE Lightband in honor of his fellow officers and to raise awareness about a very real threat to police officers everywhere.
Montgomery County Sheriff Investigator Jeff Morlock will run in Go Commando to raise Awareness to Gun Violence.
APSU’s Zone 3 journal recognized in “Best American Essays 2013”
October 7, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Every October, the country’s literary community eagerly awaits the release of the “Best American Series,” celebrating the top writing published in the United States in a given year.
The anthologies are a Who’s Who of a genre’s current literary stars, but they also highlight the nation’s preeminent magazines and journals that feature these works.
Austin Peay State University’s Zone 3 Journal
