Topic: Wendell Hensley

APSU students, Fort Campbell soldiers earn medals at 40th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competitive

April 11, 2015 |

Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University made its mark on the national stage recently as active duty soldiers, including APSU students, stationed at Fort Campbell traveled to Fort Lee, VA for the 40th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event (MCACTE).

Held March 7th-12th, service members from the U.S. Army, other Department of Defense components and multinational teams squared off for the title of top military chef.

Members of the Fort Campbell Culinary Team are celebrated for their wins at the 40th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competitive Training Event during a special tasting event at the Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell. (Beth Liggett, APSU)

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Fort Campbell Culinary Team Ready for Major Competition

By Sue Freeman Culverhouse | February 19, 2015 |

Fort Campbell, KY – Wendell Hensley, Program Coordinator for Culinary Art in the Public Management & Criminal Justice division of Austin Peay State University, has fine-tuned the talents of thirteen U. S. Army cooks into the Fort Campbell Culinary Team headed to Fort Lee for the 38th Annual Military Culinary Arts Competition in March.

Hensley, who came to Austin Peay in 2002, describes this year’s team as the finest ever. They will be participating in the largest culinary competition in North America with service members from all branches participating.

Fort Campbell Culinary Team at Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Chocolate Affair.

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Wags to Witches raises almost $13,000 for the Clarksville-Montgomery County Humane Society

October 21, 2013 |

Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County held their annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash on Saturday, raising almost $13,000 that will go to help fund their operations over the coming year.

The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County uses the funds to provide low-cost Spay/Neuter vouchers, Pet Fostering, along with  counseling and education services. They are also working to establish the first low cost Spay-Neuter clinic in our community which will help pet owners be able to afford to do their part in controlling the stray dog and cat population in the county.

Attendees dance at the 2013 Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash

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APSU Culinary Students showcase talent at Chocolate Affair

February 13, 2013 |

Clarksville, TN – Students in the culinary degree program at the Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell teamed up with the Fort Campbell culinary team for the recent Chocolate Affair community event organized by the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department.

Together, both programs won the “Best Creative Use of Chocolate” Award at the event, which was sponsored by the City of Clarksville and held Saturday, February 9th at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.

APSU Culinary Students at their booth at the Chocolate Affair community event.

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The Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash had another howlingly successful year

November 1, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Humane Society transformed the Riverview Inn Ballroom on October 20th into a ghoulish place, but one with an important purpose. It was to serve as the site of the 6th Annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash. The fund raising event drew 150 people many of them in costume to help raise money to help fund the operations of the local chapter of the Humane Society for another year.

Nearly $13,000 was raised. $3,616 of that was through the Mr & Miss Wags to Witches Pet Photo Contest, and another $4,000 through the live and silent auctions. six local companies sponsored tables for their employees and guests. “This event could not happen without the support of local businesses and individuals who donate items for our auctions, as well others who donating their services to help support the event such as advertising, linens, photography, and the free beer.” said Humane Society President Stacey Hopwood.

Some of the great costumes at the 2012 Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash

Wags to Witches raised nearly $16,000 for the Humane Society

By Bill Larson | November 4, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County held their annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash raising almost $16,000 that will go to help fund their operations over the coming year.

The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County uses the funds to provide low-cost Spay/Neuter vouchers, Pet Fostering, along with  counseling and education services. They are also working to establish the first low cost Spay-Neuter clinic in our community which will help pet owners be able to afford to do their part in controlling the stray dog and cat population in the county.

Guests arrive at the 2011 Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash

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“Wine Around the World” to benefit local Red Cross

By Hank Bonecutter | October 23, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – “Wine around the World” is coming to Clarksville, Saturday November 12th at the Water Street Events Center. This signature event will be one of a kind for Clarksville, as sponsors will be able to sample wine’s from all over the world, matched with foods paired perfectly with your selections.

“Wine around the World” will benefit the local chapter of the American Red Cross, continuing it’s mission to provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. 

Tickets are available at the Red Cross office on Madison Street, and are $55.00 in advance. Event chairperson Beth Tanner says the event will feature some of the finest wines from Spain, Germany, California, New Zealand, Portugal and France.  «Read the rest of this article»

The Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash a howling success

By Bill Larson | October 27, 2010 |

The Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash, featuring Waldo (DJ Scott Chase)

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Humane Society transformed the Riverview Inn Ballroom on Saturday evening into a ghoulish place, but one with an important purpose. It was to serve as the site of the 4^th Annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash. The fund raising event drew 150 people many of them in costume to help raise money to help fund the operations of the local chapter of the Humane Society for another year.

Nearly $14,000 was raised. $4045 of that was through the Mr & Miss Wags to Witches Pet Photo Contest. Nine companies sponsored tables for their employees and guests. “This event could not happen without the support of local businesses and individuals who donate services and / or items for our auctions, as well as donating in-kind services such as billboard and newspaper advertising and the free beer.” said Humane Society President Stacey Hopwood.

The Mr & Miss Wags to Witches Pet Photo Contest

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