Good morning, Clarksville.

Today, Operation Stand Down Tennessee hosted a Heroes Breakfast at Wilma Rudolph Event Center.

CEO Arlie Haddix explained the group’s mission to help veterans access crisis services and jobs, while Army Veteran Christopher Spence shared his experience on the program (supported by Google and local sponsors).

Beachaven Vineyards celebrated 40 years Saturday at its Cheers to 40 Years on The Lawn event in Clarksville — the free celebration featured live music, food trucks and local vendors with performances by Heidi Holton and the Clarksville Jazz Collective.

The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization (MCVSO) and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4895 will host the annual Flag Day ceremony on Sunday, June 14 at noon at VFW Post 4895 on 1701 Haynes St while the public may drop off damaged American flags from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at MCVSO or during VFW business hours before the event.

A new Maple Brined Pork Chops recipe pairs a maple syrup brine with grilled peaches to bring a sweet twist to summer BBQs.

Local cooks can enjoy this easy dish that yields 4 servings at backyard gatherings.

APSU alumnus Collin Parker earned NBA workouts with the Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets after a season where he earned ASUN Newcomer of the Year and First Team All-ASUN honors — the first time an APSU player received such recognition — and he completed his MBA last month.

On Sunday afternoon, Nashville Sounds won a 3-1 game against Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp with six pitchers holding tight — Luke Adams and Eddys Leonard delivering key home runs to secure a series split.

The team will begin a six-game series at First Horizon Park Tuesday at 6:35 p.m.

USPA Iron & Forge Invitational

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wilma Rudolph Event Center — Entry fee based on weight class — Compete in various powerlifting divisions for qualifications to national competitions.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Engage young minds with storytime, music, and creative crafts.

Soap Making Workshop

2-4 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Workshop fee with additional service fees — Learn to create your own cold process soap in this hands-on experience.

Kerwin Claiborne Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Ticket sales final — Enjoy a night of nonstop comedy gold with nationally touring stand-up comedian Kerwin Claiborne.