Media coverage of the "mortgage crisis" has been sometimes contradictory and often confusing. However, I want you to know that I'm still here for you... and I will continue to be here whenever you need me.  I am committed to continuing to provide you with the loan products you need and the service and quality you deserve, regardless of the state of the mortgage market. I would also love to provide the same to your friends and family. If you are thinking of moving up or refinancing, or know someone who is, please give me a call.    04/17/2008

Wi-Fi is everywhere! There are six of the 54 State parks in Tennessee with Wi-Fi Access.  Outdoor enthusiasts may dislike the idea of a laptop in every tent, but the number of state parks with wireless Internet service is growing rapidly. State officials say park users want Wi-Fi, so parks are installing it in campgrounds, lodges and visitors centers. Some states, including Tennessee and Kansas, plan to equip every park with it.There is a growing need for many of our visitors to be able to stay in touch with friends, family members and co-workers while they are away.So, if you are planning a trip to our great state of Tennessee, remember these parks for your online access. Fall Creek Falls, Henry Horton, Montgomery Bell, Natchez Trace, Paris Landing, Pickwick Landing  Some people don't ... 04/17/2008

Tiny Town Road has gained a taste of all things Mexican, conveniently in front of the northeast Montgomery County mecca that is the Great Escape movie theater. Nicolas Onate Jr. has opened El Bracero Mexican Restaurant there, seating about 150 people when you include the bar, and employing 20.The lure to that side of town was obvious for Onate, of Madisonville, Ky."We saw that that area of Clarksville had been building up with the movie theater being there. We had been thinking about opening up a restaurant in Clarksville for some time."We chose this particular location because we felt that it was far enough away from other Mexican restaurants in Clarksville to have success."The El Bracero menu is typical of popular Mexican cuisine, with the usual tacos, enchiladas and fajitas, and marg... 04/17/2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Faith Outreach Church, Senior Pastor : Dr. William Luffman FAITH OUTREACH CHURCH TO HOST UNPRECEDENTED LEADERSHIP SEMINAR FOR CLARKSVILLE AREA BUSINESS LEADERS             The Largest Leadership Event of 2008 to be Hosted Locally by Faith Outreach ChurchOn Friday, April 18, 2008, the Maximum Impact Simulcast: Advance will include over 80,000 business professionals participating via satellite downlink in 600 churches across North America. Faith Outreach Church is participating as a local host site for this unprecedented Leadership event. This LIVE leadership seminar, broadcast from Atlanta, GA., has trained over 250,000 business professionals in the last six years.Last year's MI Simulcast, held on Friday, May 11, 2007, was one of the largest gatherings of business l... 04/12/2008

April 12, 2008City unveils new logo and sloganAnxious crowd attends event at F&M BankBy JAKE LOWARYThe Leaf-Chronicle Clarksville is no longer the "Gateway to the New South."The city is now "Tennessee's Top Spot."On Friday at the downtown branch of F&M Bank, the new brand for Clarksville was unveiled to a room full of people anxious to catch a glimpse of the new brand that will follow the city in all of its marketing efforts for the next several years.And the early reviews were stellar."The best comment I heard was it was a home run," said Jim Durrett, city chief of staff.The new logo is clean and simple. It uses a compass pointer as the "I" in Clarksville, bringing attention to the geographic location of the city being Tennessee's northern-most city.The colors are red and blue, which ... 04/12/2008

Clarksville, TN has a new slogan and logo that has a few folks around here pretty excited.  Clarksville is no longer the "Gateway to the New South."  The city is now "Tennessee's Top Spot."On Friday at the downtown branch of F&M Bank, the new brand for Clarksville was unveiled to a room full of people anxious to catch a glimpse of the new brand that will follow the city in all of its marketing efforts for the next several years. And the early reviews were stellar."The best comment I heard was it was a home run," said Jim Durrett, city chief of staff.The new logo is clean and simple. It uses a compass pointer as the "I" in Clarksville, bringing attention to the geographic location of the city being Tennessee's northern-most city.The colors are red and blue, which were no coincidence, acc... 04/12/2008

Like Dogs ? The Clarksville Fairgrounds is the place to be. The Clarksville Kennel Club is set to host the All Dog Breed Show, Obiedience and Rally Trial will be held on Saturday and Sunday April 26 & 27, 2008 This is the 23rd Annual ShowLocation: Clarksville, TN FairgroundsTo get more information on this years CKC Show visit the website at http://www.clarksvillekennelclub.com/  Premium List  Looking to BUY or SELL your home ?     Call Roland Woodworth of Keller Williams RealtyRolandWoodworth@TopProducer.com    http://www.clarksvillehomeinformation.com/   04/10/2008

Rivers & Spires  is an award-winning festival with live music, interactive entertainment, activities for the kids and great food on every street corner held in historic downtown Clarksville, Tenn.~April 17 - 19, 2008~Only 7 days until Rivers & Spires 2008!  All of my friends and colleagues will be attending this crazy fun street festival.  This is one of the most exciting events for the Spring and it's a great time to get out and have some fun!  If you are new to Clarksville, TN or just need to ask a question about the festival or need directions, please feel free to give me a call.  I look forward to seeing you there!  Janie Masterson  931 801-3348 Rivers & Spires is planned to have more than 100 performers on six stages. The headliners are:Friday, April 18Hypertension6 p.m.Downtown St... 04/10/2008

Spring Fling at Dunbar Cave State Natural Area Clarksville, TN Saturday, April 26, 2008 Sponsored by: Friends of Dunbar Cave Warioto Audubon Chapter Tennessee Trails Association Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency ALL ACTIVITIES BEGIN AT THE VISITOR CENTER AND ARE FREE OF CHARGE. SOME PROGRAMS MAY OVERLAP TIMES; EVENT WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE.  CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT. 7:00-8:30 am - Early Morning Bird Hike Hike the trails at the park; watch and identify birds with members of the Warioto Audubon Chapter. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. 8:45-9:45 am - Backpacking with Tennessee Trail Association Merri Hinton, an experienced backpacker and long-distance hiker, will demonstrate the needed equipment for backpacking, day hiking and camping. 8:45-9:45 am ... 04/10/2008

Dunbar Cave State Natural Area in Clarksville, TN attracts thousands of visitors each year to its natural beauty, scenic hiking trails and enchanting cavern. It also offers fishing, picnicking, golf and cave tours.  The historic 110-acre park was acquired by the state of Tennessee in 1973 and is dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of the area. History The 8.07-mile cave is the 75th longest cave in the United States and has been occupied by man for thousands of years. More than 30 rare cave drawings and etchings have been discovered in the cave and are on public display. While they can't be carbon dated because the process would destroy them, they are estimated to be a part of the Mississippian Era, which is around 700 to 1300 AD, based on remnants of torches found ... 04/10/2008

The North Tennessee State Fair Presents an Official State Championship Cook-Off4th Annual Gary Silvey's Backyard BBQ Cook-OffJuly 11-12, 2008Jaycees Activity Building Next to the Clarksville FairgroundsClick the links below to access enty forms. Pro Division Vendor App Back Yard Division Sponsored by Budweiser of Clarksville, H & H Contractors and Sites & Sutton Design & Marketing.All proceeds benefit the Gary Groves / Cameron Watts Scholarship Fund at Austin Peay State University 04/06/2008

It's Coming... 2008 North Tennessee State FairThe Clarksville Jaycees are proud to announce the dates for this years 2008 North Tennessee State FairThis year the fair is coming early and with a NEW carnival.... YES A new Carnival !!!Belle City Amusements will be providing our midway area for the 2008 season. June 13-22, 2008   Clarksville Fairgrounds This is going to be another GREAT FAIR and you will not want to miss itLooking for entry forms Click HereI look forward to seeing you at the fair.Roland Woodworth 2002 NTSF Chairman, Col. # 1068                 04/06/2008

It's Carnival time in Clarksville, TennesseeSt. Mary's Catholic School Carnival is coming to town on Wednesday April 9,2008 to Saturday April 12, 2008Tradeind's Shopping Center ( Madison Street near the Dollar movie )Hours: Wednesday - Friday 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM             Saturday 12:00 Noon to 10:00 PMFOOD, GAMES, RIDES FOR KIDS OF ALL AGESThis is OPEN to the PUBLICBe sure to come out and have a great time ! 04/06/2008

If you have not heard the news, Clarksville has a NEW Classic Video Arcade. Retro's has a full snack bar as well if you are on your way to or from class.Located at 138 University Ave. just across from Austin Peay State University.                         Retro's has games for ALL ages... Play all day for only $6 per person. Just keep your armband and if you need to leave, you can come back later the same day and continue your play. This is a great way to learn to play the games that you always wanted to play without dropping all the Quarters.                            Meet our Security Team !                          04/05/2008

I just want to take a moment to brag that I am going to be an aunt again.  I best friend in the world (Rachel) is gona to have a baaaaaby.  I am so excited.  She told me last month at my son's birthday party but told me I couldn't tell anyone.  Do you know how hard that was for me?  She told me I tell people now.  So, I am telling the world and I don't know any better way than to share it on Active Rain.  Gonna have a baaaaaby! 04/05/2008

http://www.flipclarksville.com/Interest rates are low !Looking to get into Real Estate Investments ?Already a Real Estate Investor ?Our goal is to assist you in finding great investment properties. We are licensed in both Tennessee & Kentucky FINDA House with Investment PotentialANALYZEAn offer that Maximizes Profits Given the RiskBUYAn investment HouseFIXA Renovated House will be Ready to SellSELLProfit in the Bank!!                                              04/05/2008

It is with great respect and honor that I welcome Kim James to Active Rain.  Kim and I work together here in Clarksville, TN and she is just a great person and a terrific Realtor.  Active Rain is going to provide Kim with the vehicle that she has been searching for....a great place to socialize with other Realtors and Associates of Real Estate, while learning everything she can about the business.  Kim brings with her a wealth of knowledge and she is always sharing her information with others.  She is just a doll, and I know you all are going to get to know her real soon.Kim, concentrate on the Newbie group and you won't go wrong.  Read, read, read, and watch those training videos....they are the best.Take Care,  04/02/2008

Realtors spend a lot of time in, on, and leading automobiles around town.  With the prices of gasoline going up, up, and out of sight, where should we turn?  Should we all go out a buy a new fuel efficient car?  If you are like me, you probably don't know the differences in the new "Green Cars."  I can't tell an EV from an FCV?  I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one.  I have been researching these new fuel efficent autos for a while now trying to decide which type and brand to buy.  I am all for the Green Thing these days, and I want to do my part, plus save a ton of money and the world!  What are these things? What happened to the cylinders, like 4,6 or 8?  Do we still have those?  Leather or cloth seats?  Now I know what that means.  Why make things so complicated? Here are the definit... 04/02/2008

Clarksville TN Ranks 10th in nation in growthMARKETING A NEW IMAGE MAKEOVER GETS CREDIT FOR CLARKSVILLE, TN SUCCESSMore soldiers at Fort Campbell and a rising number of retirees moving a little closer to home have helped make Clarksville the nation's 10th-fastest-growing metropolitan area.The four counties in Tennessee and Kentucky that surround Fort Campbell grew nearly 4 percent from 2006 to 2007 and have shown a steady population increase over the past seven years, according to U.S. Census figures released today. The growth outpaced that of the Nashville metropolitan area, which includes the booming counties of Rutherford, Williamson, Wilson and Sumner. Nashville grew 2.34 percent, to rank 42nd.Clarksville economic officials are using the numbers to their advantage as they try to div... 04/01/2008

Here are a few tips for getting the most out of your truck rental experience.  For a more detail explanation of each tip: Click here.Book you truck early. It only takes two people to get a truck.   Determine length of rental.    Move mid-week or mid-month.  Drive safely. Start packing early. Get help early.  Ask about truck rental protection.  If you are renting a truck in Clarksville make sure to give me a call.  I am a Budget Truck Rental agent located at 2631 Ft. Campbell Blvd.   03/29/2008