Land Between the Lakes makes changes due to Budget Reduction

February 17, 2013 |

Golden Pond, KY – Those visiting Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area in 2013 will see a few changes. Thanks to public involvement, LBL has been able to create an effective budget reduction strategy.

Some changes visitors can expect are slight fee increases in Day-Use Facility admission, OHV and Equestrian Permits, Hunting and Backcountry Camping Permits, as well as Camping Shelters and horse stall rentals. The Elk & Bison Prairie and basic camping fees have remained the same. «Read the rest of this article»

Austin Peay Lady Govs Basketball head to Charleston to face Eastern Illinois Panthers

February 17, 2013 |

Austin Peay Lady Govs vs. Eastern Illinois

Monday, February 18th, 2013 | 7:00pm (CT)
Charleston, IL | Lantz Arena (5,400)

Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University women’s basketball team looks to make it two wins in a row on its season-ending three-game roadtrip when the Lady Govs face Eastern Illinois, 7:00pm, Monday at Lantz Arena.

Austin Peay’s defense held SIU Edwardsville to 25 percent shooting, Saturday, ending a three-game losing streak.

Austin Peay Women’s Basketball. (Courtesy: Brittney Sparn/APSU Sports Information)

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Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam proclaims March 1st as Arbor Day in Tennessee

February 17, 2013 |

Knoxville to Host State Arbor Day Celebration

Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam has proclaimed March 1st as Arbor Day in Tennessee to recognize the importance of trees to our state. This year’s state celebration will be held in Knoxville, which has been designated a Tree City USA community for 22 years.

“Arbor Day is important for reminding us how every community, regardless of size, benefits environmentally and economically from trees,” Agriculture Commissioner Julius Johnson said. “We’re committed to improving and protecting our forest resources, both in rural and urban areas and are proud to join the city of Knoxville and their tree board to recognize Arbor Day.” «Read the rest of this article»

Austin Peay Governors Baseball gets 6-1 victory over Iowa Hawkeyes to clinch series

February 17, 2013 |

APSU Sports: Austin Peay Men’s Baseball

Clarksville, TN – Junior A.J. Gaura struck out seven in his debut and Austin Peay State University’s baseball team secured a 6-1 victory against Iowa, Sunday, to win the rubber game of the three-game set at Raymond C. Hand Park.

APSU Junior pitcher A.J. Gaura struck out seven in Austin Peay’s victory against Iowa, Sunday. (Courtesy: Austin Peay Sports Information)

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Nashville Predators visit Colorado Avalanche in Monday Matinee

February 17, 2013 |

Nashville Predators vs. Colorado Avalanche

Monday, February 18th | 2:00pm (CT)
Denver, CO | Pepsi Center

Nashville, TN -  Monday afternoon marks the first of three games between the Nashville Predators and the Colorado Avalanche, with both games at the Pepsi Center being matinees, and the contest at Bridgestone Arena coming April 2nd.

Nashville has swept the season series from Avalanche each of the last two seasons, outscoring Colorado 17-6 in four games in 2011-12 and 17-8 in four games in 2010-11.  The Predators also won the final game between the clubs in 2009-10, meaning their current win streak against Colorado sits at nine overall, and four in Denver, CO. «Read the rest of this article»

APSU Phi Kappa Phi chapter plans 2nd annual Big Reveal event to tap new members

February 17, 2013 |

Clarksville, TN – It was lunchtime on February 15th, 2012, when the sound of a trumpet blared across the Austin Peay State University campus.

At that moment, professors and pages, dressed in academic regalia, began to address unsuspecting students in almost all of the University’s buildings. «Read the rest of this article»

Why We Serve: Fort Campbell’s 3rd Brigade Combat Team’s Spc. Annson J. Sanders

February 17, 2013 |

Written by U.S. Army Spc. Brian Smith-Dutton
3rd Brigade Combat Team PAO

Paktya Province, Afghanistan – The snow continues to fall heavily on Forward Operating Base Gardez, Afghanistan, as Soldiers in the mechanics duty area work continuously to prepare vehicles and equipment for ongoing missions.

One Soldier prepares his vehicle recovery truck for upcoming missions.

Spc. Annson J. Sanders, a 24-year-old Dickson, TN, native goes through the process of inspecting his truck with great detail.

Spc. Annson J. Sanders

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And the “Human of the Year” Award Goes to…

By Kris Wolfe | February 17, 2013 |

I hear a lot of talk about what Christians should do, what they are not doing enough of, and how they should behave. Even non-believers expect “more” from Christians. First of all, let me say, this is not a contest. People of all faiths do good works.

As Christians, we know that it is faith, not good works that offers us salvation. But we also know that we have a spiritual responsibility to help widows, orphans, prisoners, the poor, and the sick (among others).

Here’s the catch though: Christians can be very, very humble! When I first began my walk in Christ, I would thank the pastors and other church staff and would get a lackluster response (or so I felt). «Read the rest of this article»

Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for February 17th, 2013

By Parks and Recreation | February 17, 2013 |

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:

• Cumberland Arts Experience
• Clarksville Downtown Market Seeks Vendors
• Paralympic Sport Clarksville to host the Paralympic Experience

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Austin Peay Lady Govs Softball sweeps Trevecca Trojans Saturday

February 17, 2013 |

APSU Sports: Austin Peay Women’s Softball

Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University‘s softball team pounded out 27 hits, while scoring 22 runs, in sweeping Trevecca Saturday afternoon in a doubleheader 4-1 and 18-6.

Seven different Austin Peay (3-3) players recorded at least two hits in the nightcap, as the Lady Govs 18 runs were the most scored by Austin Peay since totaling 17 runs against Kentucky State during the 1994 season. Austin Peay finished with 19 hits overall, 11 for extra bases.

Austin Peay Women’s Softball. (Courtesy: Austin Peay Sports Information)

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