Topic: Homeless

Clarksville’s Burt-Cobb Community Center to remain open as Emergency Shelter through Saturday night

February 20, 2015 |

Clarksville, TN – The emergency shelter at the Burt-Cobb Community Center will remain open through Saturday night.

“Over the last week, our community overcame several obstacles to make sure there was adequate shelter space for people who needed a place to stay,” said Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan. “The accumulation of ice and snow combined with the current frigid temperatures made road conditions extremely hazardous.” «Read the rest of this article»

Clarksville Police arrest Four in Check Cashing Scheme: Operation Homeless

February 11, 2015 |

Clarksville, TN – On February 10th, 2015, Clarksville Police Detectives along with United States Postal Investigators conducted surveillance on Richard Thornton, Keenen Crane, Rachel Jones, and Ranquon Freeman, residents of Georgia.

The surveillance was conducted in reference to an ongoing investigation regarding a counterfeit check cashing scheme referred to as Operation Homeless. Throughout the investigation, it was found that the subjects located and recruited a homeless individual to cash checks for them.

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My Two Cents: Case Closed

By Hank Bonecutter | December 5, 2014 |

Clarksville, TN -  I was the victim of a random assault two weeks ago.

While walking to dinner in Nashville, I was confronted “face to face” by a homeless man.  He was EXTREMELY drunk.

So,instead of just walking past him, or sidestepping him, I decided to let my ego overload my good judgement.  I told him to “step off” and he punched me in the face.

Nashville’s A.A. Birch Courthouse (Davidson County Clerk)

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2nd Annual Stuff the Reda Bus with Movement Mortgage set for December 2nd and 3rd

December 1, 2014 |

Clarksville TN – As you are out shopping for your families please pick up a few extra items for those who may be less fortunate this year.

Maybe a Mom or Dad lost their job. Maybe an unexpected bill came in and there’s just not as much money to provide this year.

So many of us have been single parents and know what it feels like to do without to provide for our kids. And let’s not forget all the discussions this year about downsizing at Fort Campbell and in Clarksville, we never know what the future holds for any of us.

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Clarksville Police Department asks Public Assistance in locating Steven Stillwell for fake checks

November 19, 2014 |

Clarksville, TN – Between the dates of November 14th, 2014 to November 19th, 2014, in multiple incidents Steven Bernard Stillwell was making fake checks and paying homeless individuals to cash the fake checks in different local banks.

In that time frame, a printer was found in a hotel room, and the room had been rented by Stillwell.

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Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan provides information for Homeless Shelters during predicted Freezing Temperatures

November 17, 2014 |

Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan is announcing the City of Clarksville’s plans to assist the homeless during the expected frigid temperatures.

Over the next two days, the temperature is predicted to fall well below freezing. The Mayor and the City’s Office of Housing and Community Development have been monitoring the availability of options for homeless people in Clarksville to get out of the elements, especially during the nighttime hours.

Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan

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Manna Café to host 3rd Annual Pirate Fest October 10th

August 21, 2014 |

Clarksville, TN – Manna Café Ministries is excited to announce the third annual Pirate Fest and Chili Cook-Off on October 10th, 2014.

They are inviting local businesses and organizations to become T-shirt sponsors, and chili cook-off teams to take part in the competition. To sign up or make inquiries, please contact pirates@mannacafeministries.com. «Read the rest of this article»

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Bedell apprehends Texas murder suspect Donald Brown

August 6, 2014 |

Montgomery County, TN – A Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy last night apprehended a fugitive wanted in Texas on capitol murder charges.

Deputy Chris Bedell, assigned to the 19th Judicial District Drug Task Force, was conducting a routine stop when he encountered Donald Tremaine Brown, 34, who claimed to be homeless.

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Prove It Clarksville: Day 14: Passing the Baton

By Kenny York | July 29, 2014 |

An exercise in homelessness.

Clarksville, TN – Sunday was my last “official” day of standing. There’s so much I’ve learned from this experience that I’ll probably be writing these blogs for awhile, if that’s okay with you. After all, the journey isn’t over—it’s really just beginning.

So now I pass the baton to those of you who do care and are ready to prove it. This was never about me making a personal statement but about awakening our community and showing you that, together, we can make a difference and address poverty the right way.

Kenny York standing at the Hwy48/13 and Riverside Drive intersection.

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Prove It Clarksville: Day 13: Peace Out, Brother

By Kenny York | July 28, 2014 |

An exercise in homelessness.

Clarksville, TN – I have to be honest with you … I’ve had a very hard time writing a blog today. You see, while I was standing on my street corner, someone stopped to tell me that a friend of mine had been killed in a car wreck. His name was Ken Murray.

I’ve only known him for a little less than a year, but we became friends quickly. If you’ve been reading my blogs, you’ve probably seen his comments. He was one of Prove It’s most vocal supporters.

Ken Murray

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