APSU’s Acuff Circle still accepting nominations for annual Ovation Awards
January 9, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The deadline for nominations for the coveted Acuff Circle of Excellence Ovation Awards in the artists fast approaching.
Nominees must have made significant contributions to the artistic and cultural life of the Clarksville-Montgomery County community.
APSU’s Acuff Circle seeking nominations for Ovation Awards
December 1, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The coveted Acuff Circle of Excellence Ovation Awards in the arts will be presented March 5th, 2017, but nominations already are being sought.
The Circle, a non-profit organization affiliated with the Austin Peay State University Foundation, is a patron society of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts. The awards have been presented since 1996.
Clarksville 9/11 ceremony to be held this Sunday
September 6, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Fire Rescue will present its annual community wide 9/11 Ceremony at 6:00pm Sunday, September 11th at the city’s main fire station, 802 Main Street. The public is invited.
The ceremony honors the commitment and ultimate sacrifice of hundreds of New York City Firefighters who selflessly responded after the World Trade Center’s twin towers were attacked by terrorists on September 11th, 2001.
Clarksville Remembers 9-11 Sunday
West Creek High School Honor Choir sings at Downtown for the Holidays
December 25, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The annual Downtown for the Holidays event was held on Saturday, December 5th, 2015 by Clarksville-Montgomery County. The event started at 4:00pm.
The festivities included local school groups Christmas caroling on the Montgomery County Court House steps. There was hot chocolate available inside the Montgomery County Courts Complex.
APSU celebrates ancient languages with 9th annual Classics Day
November 20, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Latin is very much a living language on the campus of Austin Peay State University, as Classics at APSU hosted its annual Classics Day event for area high school students.
The all-day event brought together a record 221 students from Montgomery County and Sumner County high schools for a day of activities centered on the languages of the ancient world.
Austin Peay State University’s Morgan University Center. (APSU)
West Creek and Kenwood High School choirs to hold concert November 20th
November 14, 2015
Montgomery County, TN – West Creek High School and Kenwood High School choirs will combine to present a choral concert at Madison Street United Methodist Church in Clarksville on Friday November 20th at 7:00pm. Admission is free.
The concert will include both choirs performing several pieces by themselves as well as several combined choir pieces with full orchestra. Come out and enjoy a great night of wonderful choral music.
Madison Street United Methodist Church is located at 319 Madison Street, Clarksville.
Back to School Fair Saturday at Governor’s Square Mall Saturday
July 24, 2015
Free Family Fun, Science, Exhibitors, Giveaways and the Back to School Fashion Show
Clarksville, TN – The annual Back to School Fair at Governor’s Square Mall is this Saturday, July 25th from 12:00pm-4:00pm. The event will include free fun and educational family entertainment, exhibitors, and the Back to School Fashion Show. Visit the DJ table in Dick’s Court to register-to-win prizes and pick up a bag full of Back to School coupons from mall retailers (while supplies last).
Find out more about programs and services available through Navy Federal Credit Union, WorkForce Essentials’ Drivers Ed program, Clarksville Cheer Extreme, Clarksville Dental Center, AFS-USA Exchange Students Program, the West Creek High School Criminal Justice Academy and register for dance, cheer, and football programs. [Read more]
Clarksville Montgomery County School System announces Administrative Appointments
April 11, 2015
Montgomery County, TN – Assistant principals for Woodlawn Elementary School and Northwest High School have been selected.
Northwest’s new assistant principal is Jessica Peppard, who has served as academic coach for Northwest and Northeast High Schools. She will replace Marlon Heaston, who has been named principal of Kenwood Middle. Christina Irwin has been appointed assistant principal at Woodlawn, replacing Jennifer Silvers who was named principal of the school.
(Top: L to R) Jessica Peppard, Christina Irwin and Mandy Frost.
CMCSS announces Administrative Appointments
February 24, 2015
Montgomery County, TN – Dr. Bryan Johnson, who is serving as director of high schools for CMCSS, has been named Chief Academic Officer. Dr. Johnson, who earned his doctorate from Trevecca Nazarene University, served as principal of Northwest High School for two years and was assistant principal of West Creek High School for two years.
Stacy Maley has been named assistant principal at West Creek Middle School.
Acuff Circle of Excellence to honor Joe W. Giles with Ovation Award
February 16, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Joe W. Giles, an Austin Peay State University alumnus and founder of the Tennessee Arts Academy, the nation’s flagship professional development program for teachers of the arts, will be honored March 1st with the George Mabry Ovation Award.
The award is one of eight to be given by the Acuff Circle of Excellence in recognition of outstanding contributions in the arts to the Clarksville-Montgomery County community. The annual ceremony will be Sunday, March 1st, from 2:00pm-3:30pm at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and a reception that follows. [Read more]
