Jump into Summer with Outdoor Recreation Adventure Programs

June 5, 2011 |

Fort Campbell, KY – Learn the basics of climbing with Climbing 101 on June 7th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. This clinic will cover the basics of rock climbing such as belay technique, equipment use, proper climbing technique, and will prepare you with the basic knowledge to venture into the high adrenaline based sport of rock climbing. Meet at Challenge Course Complex. The fee for the Climbing 101 clinic is $15.00 and participants must be at least 16 years of age.

Preregistration required by 2:00pm on June 7th.   «Read the rest of this article»

Rivas Deals As Sounds Win 7-1 In New Orleans

June 5, 2011 |

Metairie, LA – Third baseman Taylor Green’s grand slam was part of a six-run first inning that paved the way to a 7-1 victory over the New Orleans Zephyrs at Zephyr Fieldon Sunday evening.

Winners of four in a row, Nashville (24-32) has now held New Orleans to one run for the second consecutive night and in six of the seven victories this season.

Sounds starter Amaury Rivas (4-5) looked sharp in his team-leading sixth quality start, allowing one run on five hits while striking out four in six innings. The win was Rivas’ first in his last eight starts, leading back to April 22nd. In three starts against New Orleans this season, the 25-year old right-hander has picked up three wins while posting a 1.35 ERA (3er/20ip).

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Forget the Cicadas; remember to Beat the Heat

June 5, 2011 |

Heat is hard on the heart: how to take precautions
 
Nashville, TN – With the deafening soothing summer roar buzz of cicadas doing our hearts good (or not), we may be distracted away from the real issue these days: protecting our hearts against the extreme hot weather that has suddenly descended on the area.

The American Heart Association wants everyone to stay safe, stay healthy and take precautions to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can have serious effects on health. «Read the rest of this article»

Govs season comes to close with loss to Georgia Tech

June 5, 2011 |

APSU Men’s Baseball

Atlanta, GA – Austin Peay State University was swamped early by Georgia Tech and saw its 2011 campaign come to a close with a 12-2 loss, Sunday, in Atlanta Regional action of the NCAA Baseball Championship at Russ Chandler Stadium.

Austin Peay saw its 2011 campaign come to a close with a 12-2 loss at Georgia Tech, Sunday. (Courtesy: Austin Peay Sports Information)

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FEMA, Red Cross and Ad Council Launch New Ready Business PSAs to Urge Small Businesses to Prepare in Advance of an Emergency

June 5, 2011 |

Washington, D.C. – Up to 40% of businesses affected by a natural or man-made disaster never reopen, according to the Insurance Information Institute. In a nationwide effort to raise the business community’s awareness about how to prepare their businesses and employees in the event of an emergency, the Advertising Council, in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the American Red Cross, announced today the launch of new public service advertisements (PSAs) on behalf of Ready Business.

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The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report

By Parks and Recreation | June 5, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.

This weeks highlights include:

• Billy Dunlop Park Closed thru June 10th
• Summer Youth Program
• Youth Fishing Rodeo
• Downtown Market
• Pool Rentals
• Jammin’ in the Alley
• Party in the Park
• Movies in the Park
• Tree Identification Class «Read the rest of this article»

Serendipity—An Afternoon with Lee and Bud Willis and Friends

By Sue Freeman Culverhouse | June 5, 2011 |

Bud and Lee Willis

Joe Pitts, second-term Representative for Legislative District 67 of the State of Tennessee, introduced Bud about 5:00 p.m. to a full room of admirers. Joe’s remarks about Bud’s career in the Marines included mention of his more than 600 missions to save the lives of others who had been wounded by enemy fire.

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My name is Brother Preacher, and I’m a Wedding Survivor

By Greg Lee | June 5, 2011 |

Semi-daily preaching by a Semi-daily Preacher on a semi-daily basis

Greg Lee as Brother Preacher

Wedding over…can’t see straight…dizzy…confused…send help now…as together we stand and eat cake…turn in your Bibles to the bride and groom chapter 2…I love cake!…remember the Maine!…I wish I was Joel Olsteen right now…can’t breath…head spinning…why can’t I uncross my eyes?…eyes can’t uncrossed…so many bloomin’ kids…we need more punch…who is that dancing with my niece?…get your hands off my niece…

I had no idea Gidget knew how to break dance…how do you spell Cancun?…who is that guy DANCING Gidget?…where’s my Bible…”Dancing only leads to swimming”, Grandma Cash Chapter 1 verse you’re in trouble…I love mints!…send in the clowns, and have them bring trash bags…

As together we stand and survive a wedding…empty the trash…we’re out of paper plates!…I just ate all the tortillas…we’re out of chairs!?…I wanna go to Preaching school and get married…I didn’t know I could break dance like this…is that Robert Stack from the Untouchables?…GIDGET!!!!!

Clarksville Welcomes Home SSG Allen

By Roland Woodworth | June 5, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN - Saturday morning friends and family along with many folks from the community gathered at Outlaw Field to Welcome Home a local Hero.

As SSG Charles ( Chaz ) Allen’s plane landed, members of the Patriot Guard lined the tarmac holding American flags. Once the plane stopped, SSG Allen walked off the plane and onto a red carpet as he made his way through a passage way of flags as the Patriot Guard lined the walk way.

When asked about his flight home, Chaz said it was his best flight in a long time. He also thanked everyone for coming out and stated that he didn’t think his wife knew so many people.

SSG Charles ( Chaz ) Allen with his wife Jessica and their two daughters Deryn and Ryann along with the crowd at Outlaw Field

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APSU alumna, local artist has vase collection on display in Woodward Library

June 5, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Patrons walking into Woodward Library at Austin Peay State University might notice vases or vase-like sculptural forms on display.

They are what Melody Shipley calls “a potter’s version of landscape painting.”

“The designs I carve are based on my love of grass blowing in the wind, rain on the windows, and the deep blue summer sky,” Shipley said. «Read the rest of this article»

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