20th Annual Austin Peay Governors Bass tourney two months away
March 11, 2014
APSU Sports Information
Clarksville, TN – As the final remnants of last week’s snow and ice storm melt away along with temperatures rising it is a reminder the 20th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just around the corner.
This year’s edition will be held Saturday, May 10th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney drew 282 boats—14 more than in 2012, despite entrants being forced to utilize the back entrance because of flooding.
Austin Peay Governors Bass Tournament
Fort Campbell Soldier re-enlists live on the radio during Air Strike a program hosted by Clarksville’s WJZM 1400 AM
August 5, 2013
Clarksville, TN – In what is believed to be a first for the U.S. Army, a Fort Campbell soldier from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team (Strike) re-enlisted on the air as part of the Air Strike program on Clarksville Radio Station WJZM 1400 AM.
As part of the 15th Episode of the highly entertaining program, Sgt. Joe Padula interviewed SPC Ilka Zaneta Luna, from Company B, 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault); a re-enlisting Strike Soldier, and her husband Jeramie.
Rivers and Spires Festival reaches Crescendo with Jo Dee Messina Concert
April 22, 2013
Clarksville, TN -The final day of the 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival began with absolutely glorious weather. The sun was shining and the sky was that special shade of blue you get after a spring storm. The crowds started showing up even before the 10:00am official opening time.
Dave Loos, Jr. from WJZM 1400 AM was on hand broadcasting Live from the Bill Roberts Thunder Road Automotive and Marine booth just down from the Roxy Regional Theatre. He spent the morning interviewing festival organizers and some of the sponsors.
Montgomery County Mayor Carolyn Bowers waits to see JoDee Messina perform at the 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival
Clarksville Celebrates Independence Day at McGregor Park
July 4, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Well over 20,000 people jammed the banks of the Cumberland River as the City of Clarksville held their annual Independence Day Celebration last night. This celebration of patriotism is one of the most popular events hosted by the city each year.
This years celebration was sponsored by the City of Clarksville, Aetna Insurance and U.S. Bank.
Fireworks explode over Clarksville on July 3rd
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s “Spring Eggstravanganza” easter egg hunt was held Saturday
April 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Department of Parks and Recreation held their annual Spring Eggstravanganza easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 7th on the Heritage Park Baseball Fields. The turn out was overwhelming, and so the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation staff are planning to make adjustments to the event next year. Thousands of families showed up to enjoy the absolutely wonderful afternoon.
Kids gathering Easter eggs at the 2012 Spring Eggstravanganza on Saturday
Clarksville Hosts Second Annual Sports Festival
March 19, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation held its second-annual Clarksville Sports Festival on Saturday, March 17th, at the Foy Fitness Center on the campus of Austin Peay State University. The day-long festival was a celebration of sports and athletics in Clarksville and Montgomery County and featured not only clinics, sports demonstrations and interactive areas, but also seminars and even an exposition area where over 20 of Clarksville and Montgomery County’s athletic and outdoor clubs, businesses and organizations provided information to the community.
Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation Director Mark Tummons congratulates members of the Clarksville Badminton Club on their victory
18th Annual Governors Bass Tournament set for May 12th
March 14, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 18th Annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just around the corner.
This year’s edition will be held Saturday, May 12th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing State Park near Paris, TN. Last season’s tourney was postponed one week from May 22nd, due to high waters and flooding that enveloped the area. Despite the delay, the tourney still drew 243 boats.
Boats heading out at the start of last years Governors Bass Tournament.
Clarksville Sports Network to broadcast Clarksville High School State Tournament Games
March 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Hank Bonecutter, President of the Clarksville Sports Network, has announced that his radio station, 1400AM WJZM, will broadcast the Clarksville High School Lady Wildcats basketball games. CHS begins play Thursday morning at 10:00am, and all of the exciting action of the game between Memphis Central and Clarksville High School will air on Clarksville’s exclusive news, talk, and sports radio station. [Read more]
City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department lines up activities for annual Easter Egg Hunt
March 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The annual Spring Eggstravanganza has been scheduled for April 7th, 2012 at Heritage Park Baseball Fields.
The fun begins at 2:00pm with kids from four different age groups, ages 3-4, 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12, hunting over 20,000 candy and prize-filled eggs.
Kids scoop up Easter Eggs at the City of Clarksvile's Spring Eggstravaganza
“Magic at the Museum” has great year for charity
January 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – “Magic at the Museum” had a wonderful first year at the Custom’s House Museum in 2011. Produced by Bonehead Promotions, and presented by Better Homes and Garden Real Estate, the quarterly events were used to showcase the museum, and to raise money for local charity. The first year generated $4,000 dollars for local charities.
Maurice and Terry Vaughn, of Better Homes and Garden Real Estate bought into the new idea right away. “We were looking to launch our new company, and thought this would be a unique way of advertising our company, and giving back to Clarksville.” according to Maurice Vaughn.
Magician Russ Nowack astounds a young girl with one of his magic tricks at the last Magic at the Museum.
