September Chamber of Commerce Events
September 5, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce announces upcoming events during the month of September.
The Chamber’s Business After Hours will be held on Thursday, September 15th from 5:00pm-7:00pm. The event will be hosted by Legends Bank, 2120 Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Join us for food, networking and fun. This event is offered at no cost. [Read more]
APSU starts off 2011-12 year celebrating milestones, embracing challenges
August 26, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Plans for two new facilities, along with other developments, are strong reasons to be encouraged in the work environment at Austin Peay State University.
President Tim Hall spoke to faculty and staff during the annual convocation Wednesday, August 24th in the Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall.
Among the many exciting recent developments he cited in his address, Hall announced that the State Building Commission recently approved APSU’s request to build a new mathematics and computer science building behind the Hemlock Semiconductor Building.
President Tim Hall speaking to faculty and staff during the annual convocation Wednesday, August 24th in the Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall.
Nashville State Community College to plant satellite Campus in Clarksville
August 24, 2011
School plans expansion to former Saturn dealership
Clarksville, TN – Members of the Montgomery County delegation and area education leaders announced plans Wednesday for a Nashville State Community College satellite campus in Clarksville.
“One of the best ways we can increase job opportunities in our community is through increased access to higher education,” said State Representative Joe Pitts. “Nashville State will add another lane to the higher education bridge in Clarksville and Montgomery County.”
On Monday, the Executive Subcommittee of the State Building Commission approved the first step for Nashville State to obtain the former Saturn dealership on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, which occupies nearly 18 acres in North Clarksville. State and local officials have been working for years on a deal to bring Nashville State to the city. [Read more]
APSU makes campus, public aware of road projects
August 22, 2011
Clarksville, TN – As Austin Peay State University prepares for the start of the 2011-12 academic year, the campus community and the public should be aware of the various city and campus construction projects to plan alternate routes to and from campus.
Near APSU, the intersection of North Second and College streets is closed while the Tennessee Department of Transportation continues sewer repairs. This is scheduled to last six to eight weeks. If driving to campus from Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, College Street can be accessed up to Fourth Street and Home Avenue.
A view of the excavation at the intersection of North Second Street and College Street. The intersection is closed while the Tennessee Department of Transportation continues sewer repairs.
“Sheets For Soldiers” program brings hope and comfort to Soldiers returning from Afghanistan
August 19, 2011
Wyatt-Johnson Sales Representative Willie Rosario assists with the FRG’s effort to help returning soldiers by purchasing bedding for their Fort Campbell barracks rooms.
Clarksville, TN – Willie Rosario has been working in the sales department for the Wyatt-Johnson Automotive Group since 2007. Over the course of those four years, Willie has had hundreds of clients, including many with military ties. A former soldier himself, Willie knows firsthand what it truly means to serve his country and fight for our freedom.
Willie wanted come up with a unique way to express his appreciation for area soldiers’ continued service and sacrifices. After talking with Tammy Phillips, Family Readiness Group (FRG) leader for 4th Brigade Combat Team 506th Infantry Regiment, he learned that many single unmarried soldiers returning home from overseas deployments move back into practically bare Fort Campbell barracks rooms with very few amenities.
Wyatt-Johnson auto rep Willie Rosario presents sheets and a gift bag to FRG leader Tammy Phillips and Cpt. Smith, rear detachment commander for 4th Brigade Combat Team 506th Infantry Regiment.
Jersey Mike’s opens 25th Nashville Area Store
July 13, 2011
Owner Celebrates with Free Subs for Susan G. Komen For the Cure® Donation
Clarksville, TN – Jersey Mike’s Subs will open its 25th store in the Nashville market next week. Jersey Mike’s owner Jeff Horn knows the importance of community relations and will celebrate his new ties with the area during his grand opening on July 20th.
To commemorate the event, the new restaurant, located at 2808 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., is hosting a 5-day fundraiser from Wednesday, July 20th through Sunday, July 24th, with proceeds supporting Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. Anyone who has a fundraising coupon can get a free regular size sub with a minimum $1.00 contribution. More than 5,000 coupons are being distributed throughout the community. [Read more]
Clarksville Department of Electricity Opens New, Upgraded Payment and Customer Care Centers
June 18, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Department of Electricity has upgraded the location on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard to offer better and faster customer service and a safer environment for employees.
Milam Contractors spent the last few months on a construction project to upgrade our front lobby and utilize unused space. Our customers now have an entire area of the building dedicated to bill payments only. This Payment Center will alleviate long wait times for people with busy schedules and no time to waste. We also upgraded our teller area with innovative security measures to offer a safer environment for our employees. [Read more]
