Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
Good morning, Clarksville.
💼 Business
Charley Jordan of Jordan Farms has prepped his fields and hoop house with early spring perennials and Mother’s Day market flowers—he will bring his fresh blooms, honey, and sunflowers to open-air markets starting May 8 and May 10.
🎓 Education
Austin Peay State University will hold commencement ceremonies on May 9th at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. at the Dunn Center — the ceremonies will honor about 1,409 Spring graduates.
Clarksville Academy launched its Distinguished Teaching Fellows program in Fall 2024 with a generous lead gift from Beth and Lawson Mabry to honor outstanding educators.
On April 29, the school honored inaugural recipients Marla Clemments and Jill Sleigh by awarding them a yearly stipend—supporting their ongoing careers and professional goals.
APSU alumna Susie Pace Perry and her brother Bobby Pace have established the Bob and Cecile Lacy Pace Endowed Scholarship to honor their late parents and support agriculture majors meeting a minimum 2.75 GPA and six credit hours.
The scholarship reflects the Pace family’s strong ties to APSU and their Century Farm legacy dating back to 1919.
🌲 Environment
Replant Clarksville is working to restore our native tree canopy with help from local businesses—local governments, nonprofits and citizens.
In a recent episode of Clarksville Conversations, Charlie Koon interviewed leaders Jeff Robinson and Michelle Rogers to discuss an upcoming launch party and plans for more tree planting.
🏥 Health
Tennova Medical Group has added Seth Knox, PA-C, and Joshua McDaniel, PA-C, MPAS, as new providers for its Digestive Care and Vascular Surgery clinics — both located at 647 Dunlop Lane in Clarksville — to improve patient care.
🏈 Sports
APSU track and field ended its season on Saturday at Vanderbilt Outdoor Track with several Governors reaching their best times in races like the 400-meter and 100-meter hurdles (including Taylin Segree, Alexis Arnett, and Neveah Schmeling).
The team will now get ready for the Atlantic Sun Conference Championship from May 15th to 17th in Jacksonville.
Due to early weekend storms, district tournament games for baseball were rescheduled from Friday to Saturday 6:30 p.m. — Kirkwood will face Northeast while Rossview plays Clarksville High in the winner’s bracket.
The softball tournament, originally set to start on Friday, has been postponed to Monday at Springfield High with Rossview set to face the Jackets and the Cobras scheduled to play the Wildcats.
🎉 Clarksville Events
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The Addams Family: A New Musical
2:00 – 3:40 PM — Roxy Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a unique musical experience featuring the beloved Addams family in this engaging production.
Clarksville Networking Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Miss Lucille's Cafe — $35.00 — Enjoy lunch and networking opportunities with locals in a vibrant cafe atmosphere.
Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Downtown Commons — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of music from the Michael Jackson Tribute Band as part of the Downtown @ Sundown Concert Series.
The Addams Family: A New Musical
2-4:30 p.m. — Roxy Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spooky and comedic musical experience with The Addams Family.
Clarksville Anime-Fest
10 AM - 5 PM — Quality Inn Exit 4 — Check website for ticket details — Celebrate the colorful world of anime with screenings, contests, and community fun.
Chad Reed Live Anniversary Show
8-11:30 p.m. — Good People Lounge — $20 — Celebrate four years with a live performance from Chad Reed hosted by Mike Drew and DJAY David.
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