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- Blue Star Memorial marker dedication Monday
- Clarksville Dental Center hosting candy buy back to benefit the United Way
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- Patton to be portrayed at APSU library Athenaeum
- WKAG disputes Charter’s attempted justification for their removal of Channel 3
- Businesses in Historic Downtown Clarksville to hold Holiday open house
- Sluggish APSU Governors ease past Oakland City
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- APSU student Costello debuts photography and collage exhibit at Trahern
- Clarksville radio personality Hank Bonecutter performs at Zanies
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TDOT Adds to Winter Weather Arsenal
Tennessee in Motion is a monthly column by Tennessee Department of Transportation Commissioner Gerald Nicely
TDOT Commissioner Gerald Nicely
As Tennesseans enjoy the cooler temperatures and changing leaves of fall, TDOT Maintenance forces across the state are focused on the winter months ahead. Although we don’t typically see severe winters in the southeast, even small amounts of snow or ice can cripple our transportation system and create dangerous conditions for motorists. And, the wet weather pattern we’ve seen for much of 2009 makes one wonder if this could be a winter to remember.
When battling a winter weather event, time and resource limitations can be as formidable an opponent as the snow and ice that may be falling. This year, TDOT is testing a number of new weapons that all have the potential to save valuable time, manpower, and money. «Read the rest of this article»
Your Montgomery County Government recently received several awards
We are pleased to announce that Montgomery County Government recently received several awards!
The first is for our community economic preparedness by the Department of Economic and Community Development, as a certified member of the Three-Star Program. This initiative, a Five-Year Asset-Based Strategic Plan, recognizes the importance of successful community development and its impact on sustaining economic growth. Montgomery County is certified as a Benchmark Level III recipient. This designation brings grant opportunities as well as reductions in the local match for the Fast Track Grants.
Two others awards received recently were from the Greater Nashville Regional Council. The first was an Economic Development Award for the County’s commitment and efforts that helped bring Hemlock Semiconductor, LLC to the County’s mega-site. This project will have significant economic impact and the County worked hard with many entities to make this project come to fruition. Second is a Public Facilities award for the creation of Civic Hall in Veterans’ Plaza. This multipurpose event space was much needed for Montgomery County and serves as a source of revenue for the County. «Read the rest of this article»
Women, mothers, families and health care reform
Our broken health care system that is. That’s right — it’s not working for many women and their families.
In many states, insurance companies can still discriminate on the basis of gender — and not just on costs. In some states, maternity care is not covered because pregnancy can be seen as a “pre-existing condition.” It’s even legal in some states to deny a woman coverage because she’s been a victim of domestic violence!
That’s not right. Nobody in America should be treated that way. That’s why First Lady Michelle Obama is standing up for women and families in this newest video. Take a look:
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Keeping a watchful eye on bridges in the State of Tennessee
Tennessee in Motion is a monthly column by Tennessee Department of Transportation Commissioner Gerald Nicely
TDOT Commissioner Gerald Nicely
As heavy rains fall on Tennessee, TDOT’s bridge inspectors await notifications from an automated program called “Bridge Watch.” Flooding can undermine the structural integrity of certain bridges in the state, so TDOT utilizes this program to alert the department of any potential problems with bridges due to heavy rains.
The most common cause of bridge failure is the undermining of a bridge structure because of scour. Scour is the erosion of a stream or river bed due to excessive stream flow. TDOT has classified 897 bridges in Tennessee as scour-critical, which means bridges could experience a catastrophic failure or become structurally unstable as a result of a destructive flood event.
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20 things that you should know about breast cancer
How to lower your risk and protect yourself
By Stacey Colino from Woman’s Day
Ask any woman what disease she’s most afraid of, and chances are she’ll say breast cancer. “Almost everyone knows someone who did everything ‘right’ and still got breast cancer,” says Victoria Seewaldt, MD, who is co-leader of the breast and ovarian cancer program at the Duke University Comprehensive Cancer Center. “That can make women feel like they have no control.”
While you can’t control your genes, there are powerful steps you can take to protect yourself. But experts say there’s a lot of confusion about what really matters. Here’s what they want you to know about… «Read the rest of this article»
Red Door Fall Fest & Craft Fair at Trinity Parish
Trinity Episcopal Church & Clarksville Family Magazine are resurrecting what was once an annual event! The Red Door Fall Fest & Craft Fair. The event will be held on Saturday, October 10th, 2009, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at Trinity Church (317 Franklin Street). Come rain or Shine. There will be a lot of family friendly activities including:
And much more. «Read the rest of this article»
Remember to Stay Vigilant against Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
When we all get busy and preoccupied with other things, it is easy to forget the things we need to do for ourselves, including the tests and other measures that help catch and prevent breast cancer.
Most of us know those who have beaten breast cancer. In the U.S. alone, there are more than 2 million breast cancer survivors. This may give some a false sense of security, making it less likely they will take preventative measures.
The fact remains, however, that when breast cancer is caught at its earliest stages, the survival rate is 98 percent. A number like that should be motivation to get a regular mammogram and other screenings.
Almost 200,000 Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and, sadly, more than 40,000 will die from the disease. In Tennessee alone, almost 4,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and more than 900 will die from the disease.
As October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is a great time to recommit to your breast health, as well as remind friends and family to have their screenings. «Read the rest of this article»
New Vehicle Deduction
The “Cash for Clunkers” program for new cars may have ended, but the IRS wants to remind taxpayers that many people might overlook another special break available. If you buy a new vehicle this year, there’s a special federal tax deduction available that can help you save money, in some cases hundreds of dollars. This tax break will allow people who buy a new vehicle in 2009 to deduct the sales and excise taxes they pay when they file their tax return next year. The tax deduction is available on the 2009 federal tax return even for those who claim the standard deduction.
Wyatt-Johnson Subaru & Hyundai in Clarksville Tennessee
Unreasonable hatred in American politics
Samuel P. Huntington
In his landmark study of the cultural and civilizational origins of conflict and war, the late social scientist Samuel P. Huntington concluded boldly that “It is human to hate.” He viewed this as an ineradicable feature of our basic human nature.
Hatred, as anyone who follows national politics in this country knows, shows no signs of going away soon. Much of it is directed against the president, though senators and representatives (and, less frequently, federal judges) are also targets of hate from time to time.
Earlier this month, President Jimmy Carter stated that “the intensely demonstrated animosity toward President Barack Obama is based on the fact that he is a black man, that he’s African American.” Not surprisingly, his comments angered many and led to accusations of playing the so-called “race card” to denigrate those (presumably white) Americans who are fiercely opposed to Pres. Obama’s policy goals in health care, the economy, and other issue areas. «Read the rest of this article»
A Bill Moyers commentary on health care
Emmy-winning veteran public affairs journalist Bill Moyers hosts Bill Moyers Journal on PBS. The show airs locally on WNPT channel 8 on Friday nights at 8:00 p.m. The weekly series is aimed at enriching the conversation of and about democracy by featuring fresh and original voices, perspectives that reflect a diversity of insight and experience. Each one-hour broadcast features analysis of current issues and interviews with prominent figures from the worlds of politics, arts and letters, religion, science and the media.
He recently did this video essay on the Health Care debate.
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