Montgomery County Receives ARRA Grant
May 28, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Government was recently awarded an American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) grant of $100,000. This grant will be used by two county departments for a total of three projects.
The Highway Department will be retrofitting seven traffic signals from incandescent light to LED lighting. This will increase the bulb replacement cycle from 12-18 months on an incandescent bulb, to seven to eight years on an LED. Replacement costs, including installation, will amount to $25,245.93 and have an estimated annual energy savings of nearly 864,000KWh and an annual estimated GHG reduction of more than 800 metric tons of carbon dioxide. [Read more]
Programs for Children at the Public Library
May 14, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library will once again present a Summer reading Program for the children and young adults in Montgomery County. “One World, Many Stories” is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program in libraries all across Tennessee and the nation. Everyone can participate in this free program!
Sign up at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library in the Children’s’ Library. Programs begin on June 6th, 2011 and continue through July 8th, 2011. Children are rewarded for reading or for listening to books being read. [Read more]
Clarksville Job Fair features wide range of Employers
April 27, 2011
More than 50 Employers participating in 4th Annual Hiring Event
Clarksville, TN – Several of Clarksville’s largest employers will be looking for qualified applicants at the 4th Annual Spring Career Fair this Thursday and Friday. The Tennessee Career Center together with the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce will host the major hiring event featuring more than 50 local employers. [Read more]
National Day of Prayer
April 25, 2011
Millions of Americans to Unite on Thursday, May 5th, for the 60th Annual Observance of the National Day of Prayer
Clarksville, TN – As American troops remain in harm’s way, fighting for democracy and liberty around the globe, citizens of the United States are preparing to celebrate their freedom to gather, worship, and pray. Millions will answer the call to prayer on May 5th in observance of the 60th annual National Day of Prayer. Organized events will be held in thousands of public venues where intercession will be made for America and its leadership.
This year’s theme, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” is based on Psalm 91:2: “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” National Day of Prayer Task Force (NDPTF) Chairman Shirley Dobson, wife of Focus on the Family founder Dr. James Dobson, said, “At this perilous and uncertain juncture in our country’s history, it is critical that we remain in prayer. The American people continue to be plagued with challenges that defy simple answers, and our hope lies in humbly seeking the Almighty’s guidance, protection, and blessing – not only on the National Day of Prayer, but throughout the year.” [Read more]
Women Veterans Outreach
April 25, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Women Veterans of America Chapter 20 is hosting a Women Veterans Outreach on May 20th, 2011. The outreach will be held at the William O. Beach Civic Hall, Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville, TN from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
This will be the first Women Veterans Outreach in this area and we want to provide these veterans with the best possible information. [Read more]
Bi-county holds Household Hazardous Waste Day
March 28, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – Bi-County Solid Waste Management will be hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, April 9th from 8:00am to 2:00pm in the Veterans Plaza Parking Lot on Pageant Lane. The collection site will accept items such as. household cleaners, herbicides, pesticides, gasoline, transmission fluid, pool chemicals, etc.
Veterans Outreach slated for Civic Hall
March 22, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization, in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Veterans Affairs, is hosting a daylong Veterans Outreach for veterans and their dependents from 10:00am to 3:00pm, April 15th, at William O. Beach Civic Hall in Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville.
Representatives from the MCVSO, TDVA, VA health care, local veterans groups and federal, state, county and community agencies will be available to provide information and enrollment opportunities for veterans and other eligible beneficiaries. [Read more]
Bi-County Household Hazardous Waste Day April 9th
March 17, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – Bi-County Solid Waste Management will be having it’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, April 9th from 8:00am – 2:00pm in the Veterans Plaza Parking Lot. Veterans Plaza is located at 350 Pageant Lane.
Items accepted from Montgomery County and Stewart County residents only. No commercial items will be accepted.
Batteries, oil, paint, anti-freeze and electronics will no longer be accepted since these items are accepted year round at the Bi-County Landfill located at 3212 Dover Road. [Read more]
4-H Chili Luncheon
March 15, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – The Annual 4-H Chili Fundraiser will be held on Tuesday March 22nd, from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Civic Hall in Veterans Plaza.
Debbie (at the Extension office) has tickets for $5.00 each. The meal includes Wendy’s Chili, Coke products, and Desserts. [Read more]
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report
March 13, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- Clarksville Sports Festival
- Calling all coaches!
- Get Outdoors
- Baseball, Softball & T-ball Youth Recreation Leagues
- Private Rentals
