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Likely weather conditions have prompted the cancelation of tomorrow’s broomball matches

Montgomery County, TN — Due to the winter weather advisory from the National Weather Service that includes a strong possibility of snow showers combined with below-freezing temperatures, the fourth annual Mayor versus the General Broomball game scheduled for Jan. 6, has been canceled.  The Highway Department versus the City Street Department as well as the City Gas & Water versus the Clarksville Department of Electricity games are also canceled.

The last day to skate at the Downtown Commons outdoor ice rink is January 10. For more information about the ice rink, go to downtowncommons.org or contact Downtown Commons Event Manager Elizabeth Quinton at ebquinton@mcgtn.net or 931-245-3366.

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Clarksville, Montgomery County, TN — With Covid-19 cases rising to numbers reminiscent of April 2021, Montgomery County Government and City Clarksville officials are working to provide residents with some helpful updates. As of Jan. 3, 2022, the Tennessee Department of Health reported 2,371 active cases of COVID-19 in Clarksville, Montgomery County. The daily average rate for the 7-day period from Dec. 27, 2021 through Jan. 3, 2022 was 263 cases per day. Fourteen days prior to Dec. 27, the average number of cases was 117 per day. The CDC and the Tennessee Department of Health recently shortened the isolation period from 10 days to five days for those with no symptoms.

The most commonly asked questions are where to get a COVID-19 test and the monoclonal antibodies. Residents without health insurance may get a free COVID test, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Montgomery County Health Department drive through location at 350 Pageant Lane. 

The City of Clarksville and CH Consulting Solutions have teamed up to provide drive-thru testing to all community residents free of charge at Heritage Park on 1241 Peachers Mill Road, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those testing at Heritage Park are asked to remain in their vehicles. Restrooms will be reserved for nurses and staff conducting testing and not available to the public. CH Consulting Solutions is a Nashville-based emergency medicine provider. All testing will be conducted and managed by CH Consulting Solutions. CH Consulting Solutions bills the insurance company for the COVID-19 test. There is normally no cost to the individual when it is billed through insurance but individuals should check with their insurance company to make sure it is covered under their plan.

Home COVID-19 tests are available through most local pharmacies and large chain stores. However, retailers have had a difficult time keeping home tests in stock, and home tests are in limited supply online https://covid19.tn.gov/.

Monoclonal treatments are available at Walmart pharmacies across the state through a coordinated distribution with the Tennessee Department of Health. The treatments are free. Visit walmart.com/covidmedication to find a participating Walmart pharmacy in Montgomery County. Initial supply in the state is limited, with more supplies expected over the next few weeks.

According to the Tennessee Department of Health, while antivirals may help treat Covid-19, vaccination is the best approach to prevent infection. Tennesseans age five and older are encouraged to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. More information on vaccine locations, including available vaccine products, is available at vaccines.gov. The most updated guidance for returning to work and school can be found at tn.gov.

Last Edited: January 10, 2022 @ 1:14 pm

Mayor Jim Durrett Challenges Fort Campbell’s Major General McGee

Montgomery County, TN — The public is invited to join the fun at next week’s fourth annual Mayor versus the General Broomball match. Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett has challenged Fort Campbell’s Major General Joseph McGee to a backyard broomball game on January 6 at 6 p.m., 2022 at the Downtown Commons outdoor ice skating rink. Fort Campbell was the last to take the trophy in 2020.
“I have loved watching people come together to enjoy the ice this season. Thursday night’s match is an opportunity to experience something a bit different while cheering on the County team and our local heroes from Fort Campbell. It will be a good time for everyone as the County plays hard to reclaim the trophy,” said Mayor Durrett.

“I’m grateful for Mayor Durrett’s invitation to continue the tradition of the annual broomball game. There’s no better place to build lasting friendships and strengthen the bonds between Montgomery County and Fort Campbell than a friendly, but tough competition on the ice.” said Maj. Gen. McGee 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) commander.

Additional broomball games will take place between the County Highway Department and the City Street Department at 5 p.m. and City Gas & Water will play against the Clarksville Department of Electricity at 7 p.m., following the Mayor vs. the General game.
Lee Erwin with Clarksville Now will emcee this community event and food will be available from TaterHeadz onsite eatery as well as Driving You Donuts dessert truck.

The last day to skate at the Downtown Commons outdoor ice rink will be January 10. For more information about the ice rink or to book a private party, go to downtowncommons.org or contact Downtown Commons Event Manager Elizabeth Quinton at ebquinton@mcgtn.net<mailto:ebquinton@mcgtn.net> or 931-245-3366.

Last Edited: July 19, 2022 @ 9:45 am

Montgomery County, TN — Montgomery County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, through Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. Several employees from the shelter, which is already in need of additional staff, have been affected by COVID-19. Animal Control is scheduled to reopen during normal operating hours on Monday, Jan. 3, 2022.

MCACC will respond to emergency-related calls only through Monday, Jan. 3, 2021. This includes police/fire/EMS assistance, aggressive/dangerous dogs, bite investigations, and sick/injured animals. Phones calls will be answered during normal business hours but there will not be sufficient staff to answer all calls for service at this time. Every call will be documented and put into the system for MCACC to respond to as they can.

“As with any time Animal Care and Control is required to close, we have staff who are taking care of the animals in our facility. We are also accepting applications at this time from people who are interested in serving our community on behalf of the animals brought to the shelter,” said MCACC Director Dave Kaske.

To apply for a job at MCACC, visit mcgtn.org or call 931-648-5750 for questions. 

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Montgomery County, TN — Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Service submitted the necessary information to the Insurance Services Office (ISO) Inc. in 2020 to include two new sub-stations in the Dotsonville and Salem communities. The submission is a request to lower the protection class rating from 10 to six for residences located within five miles of the new sub-stations.

ISO Protection Class Ratings are part of determining insurance premiums for residents.  The lower the rating, the lower the insurance premium.

Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Chief, Ed Baggett, stated “Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Service strives to reduce response times. These new sub-stations are strategically placed to help in that endeavor.”

The protection class rating was lowered to a six for residents who meet the proximity requirements, effective December 1, 2021. The Dotsonville sub-station is located at 2340 Dotsonville Road, Clarksville, TN  37042, and the Salem sub-station is located at 2320 Seven Mile Ferry Road, Clarksville, TN 37040.

Residents who live within five miles of these sub-stations should contact their insurance carrier to see if they are eligible for a reduction in their premium.

For more information about this project, visit https://mcgtn.org/fire.