Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Highway Department will close access for through traffic to River Road from Zinc Plant Road to Dean Road from Tuesday, May 30, through Friday, June 30, for construction work. During that time, the Highway Department will focus on ditch work, guardrail repair, and resurfacing from Zinc Plant Road to Highway 149. The detour route will be the 48/13 bridge.

“We understand this will be an inconvenience for those who regularly travel on that road and appreciate everyone’s patience as we work to improve the safety and quality of that area,” said Highway Department Supervisor Jeff Bryant.

For updates on the progress of the project, visit the Montgomery County Highway Facebook page or call 931-648-5740. 

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The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization (MCVSO) is hosting its annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10 a.m., May 29, at the William O. Beach Civic Hall, Clarksville.

County and City officials, as well as MCVSO staff will give remarks, with the keynote address given by Colonel Andrew Q. Jordan, Garrison Commander, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Musical selections will be presented by Stella McKnight and the Carnival and Encore Choirs from Clarksville High School, with posting of the colors by the Montgomery County Sherriff’s Office Honor Guard. Area Veterans Service Organizations will conduct a wreath- laying ceremony.

The William O. Beach Civic Hall is located in Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville.  

For more information, contact the MCVSO at 931-553-5173 or [email protected].

Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Parks and Recreation is proud to present the 2023 season of Montgomery County Family Movie Nights, which runs from May through September. The first of eight in the Family Movie Nights series kicks off this Saturday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m. with Toy Story 4 at Richellen Park. 

“We are doing things differently this year by hosting Family Movie Nights at three different County park locations throughout the season: Downtown Commons, RichEllen Park, and Rotary Park. This makes it more convenient for people who live in other areas of our County and allows people to visit some of our fabulous parks they may not be familiar with,” said Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Director Sally Burchett.

All movies are expected to begin at 7:30 p.m. People can watch their favorite family movies, enjoy a meal or snacks from a food truck, and have some outdoor fun! Montgomery County Family Movie Nights are sponsored by: Altra Federal Credit Union and The Barnes Group - Real Estate Sales, Consulting, and Investing.

Below is our movie schedule and locations for 2023: 

May 13: Toy Story 4: RichEllen Park, Banquet Hall

May 20: Frozen 2: Downtown Commons

June 10: Moana: RichEllen Park, Banquet Hall

June 24: Sing 2: Downtown Commons

July 8: E.T.: Rotary Park

July 15: How To Train Your Dragon 2: Downtown Commons

August 12: Luca: Downtown Commons

September 23: Encanto: Downtown Commons

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Montgomery County, TN – The driver’s license kiosk at the Montgomery County Election Commission in Veterans Plaza will soon be removed since our County now boasts three staffed locations to assist drivers’ service needs. 

DMV services, including the Real ID and driver license renewals, are available at the Driver’s License Center on West Dunbar Cave Road and City Hall, located at One Public Square. Thanks to the City of Clarksville, residents are fortunate to have a second customer convenience location in the City’s North Clarksville Service Center at 111 Cunningham Lane. Our County is also slated to soon expand to a second full-service Driver’s Services Center. 

Elizabeth Black, Administrator of Election, states, “When the self-service kiosk was installed at the Election Commission over 10 years ago, it served as the first satellite driver’s service option, so it was of great benefit to our citizens. However, as our County has expanded the convenience options for citizens to handle their drivers’ services needs, the use of the kiosk has dramatically decreased. We appreciate the State of Tennessee allowing us to house it so many years and are thrilled that the City of Clarksville can offer two staffed locations for customer assistance.” 

The newest locations are staffed by City employees trained in DMV services, except for taking driving tests, which are only done at the Dunbar Cave Road site.

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Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden has appointed Chris Proctor as the new director of Clarksville-Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services (EMS). He will replace Chief William Webb, who retires on May 12.

Proctor is a seasoned medical professional with 27 years of experience with Montgomery County EMS serving most recently as the Assistant Chief of Operations, a position he has worked in since 2012. He worked his way up through the ranks serving as AEMT, EMT, and Shift Lieutenant.

"Chris is a natural fit for this position. He is one of the best and has worked under the direction of some of the best healthcare professionals in the field. I'm confident Chris will give his very best to care for the people of this community and his team," said Mayor Golden.

Chief Proctor earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Austin Peay State University, his Associates Degree in Applied Science Nursing from Hopkinsville Community College, and his TN EMS Certification: AEMT from Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, TN. He is licensed and certified with the following credentials TN AEMT License, TN Registered Nurse License, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

"Chris has a strong work ethic and tons of experience. I look forward to working with Chief Proctor through EMS challenges and community growth," stated Emergency Services Director Chief Jimmie Edwards. 

"I'm humbled and grateful for Mayor Golden's and Chief Edwards' support in the promotion to Chief of EMS. I want to thank Chief Webb for his leadership and dedication to our department and wish him the best as he enjoys retirement. I intend to work diligently alongside our department's exceptional men and women to carry on the mission of providing outstanding Emergency Medical Services to our community," stated Proctor.

Montgomery County EMS is the sole emergency ambulance provider for Clarksville, Montgomery County residents. For information about the services they provide, visit mcgtn.net or call 931-920-1800.

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