Topic: March of Dimes

Don’t Push to Induce for a New Year’s Birth Date says Tennessee Department of Health

December 28, 2012 |

Nashville, TN – As the minutes in 2012 tick away, expectant families may wonder if their bundle of joy will be a New Year’s Day baby. When that occurs naturally, it creates an extra memorable experience.

But the Tennessee Department of Health warns families should never push to induce delivery on special days such as holidays or birthdays, or to make the delivery date arrive more quickly, as that choice can affect the future health of some babies. «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee Department of Health says Healthy Babbies are worth the wait

November 26, 2012 |

Tennessee Department of Health, Partners Work to Reduce Early Elective Inductions

Nashville, TN – Any parent or expectant parent will tell you nine months is a very long time to wait to meet a new baby. But research shows the final weeks of pregnancy are crucial to a baby’s development.

The Tennessee Department of Health is working to educate health providers and parents that “Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait” for a full-term, 40-week pregnancy. «Read the rest of this article»

Planters Bank Promotes Emily Medvecky and Amanda Vinson to Assistant Vice President

June 12, 2012 |

Hopkinsville, KY – Planters Bank announces the promotion of Emily Medvecky and Amanda Vinson to assistant vice president/commercial banking.

“Both of these ladies have been with Planters Bank for several years now and have diligently worked from entry-level roles to commercial bankers. We are proud to have them on our team and appreciate their dedication,” said President and CEO Elizabeth McCoy. «Read the rest of this article»

Austin Peay State University Foundation selects new members to serve for 2012

January 9, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Foundation has selected 14 new members for 2012.

The APSU Foundation provides the structure through which the University can work directly with special volunteers and community leaders to enhance the financial well being of the University. The Foundation’s purpose is to financially support the University.

The Foundation is a separate entity and is chartered by the state, with the authority to receive private gifts in support of the University. Through its executive committee, the Foundation makes its own policy decisions. The University provides administrative support to the Foundation. «Read the rest of this article»

Austin Peay State University faculty, staff named for various accomplishments

December 9, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Several faculty and staff members as well as some students at Austin Peay State University have been recognized for their recent professional and scholarly activities.

Dr. Doris Davenport, professor of nursing, was nominated for the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Award.

Dr. Sara Gotcher, associate professor of theatre and dance, helped to write and direct “Who’s Coming to Dinner?” for the Montgomery County Historical Society in October. On a separate note, she played the role of “Ophelia Owl” in the Clarksville Children’s Theatre production of “Animal Tales: Pumpkin vs. Pie” in October at Dunbar Cave State Park.  «Read the rest of this article»

Better Homes and Garden Hometown Connection wins Best Real Estate Company at Best of Clarksville

October 8, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Kathy Sensing, office manager (Left), and Terri Vaughn, owner (Right), of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown Connection, celebrate at the annual March of Dimes Best of Clarksville event at the Two Rivers Center on October 6th after being named “Best Real Estate Company.”

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown Connection specializes in residential and commercial real estate and serves the communities of Clarksville Montgomery County and surrounding areas. «Read the rest of this article»

City votes on Clarksville’s Best for the March of Dimes

October 8, 2010 |

Clarksville, TN – The Best of Clarksville fundraiser for the March of Dimes is eagerly awaited each year by both businesses and area residents. The fundraiser this year featured 140 businesses in 65 categories; each one looking to score the votes of area residents to be declared The Best of Clarksville. The event consists of local vendor booths, silent auctions, dance performances, free give-a-ways, and a fireworks show by Allen’s Fireworks. All of the money raised is donated to the March of Dimes.

Matthews Nissan Suzuki was the presenting sponsor. Other sponsors included Five Star Radio, Sango Village Florist, US Bank, Cumberland Bank and Trust, FedEx, Allen’s Fireworks, Ad One Advertising, WJZM 1400 AM, and The Leaf-Chronicle.

The 2010 Best of Clarksville event

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