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ovember is the month we all take time to refocus on the things that we’re thankful for, the things that are important in our lives. Unfortunately, we have a tendency to get caught up in the hustle and bustle that keeps us busy all throughout the year, and it can be easy to forget the many blessings we have. Even the smallest things can be things to appreciate and take notice of, and so in the month of November, we want to offer you a reminder to do just that: to take a moment to slow down and savor life. To notice the beauty all around you and to say thankful for the many riches you have. Fall is the official season of feasting, and we’ve got a few ideas for some great comfort dishes to get you feeling warm and cozy in our annual Taste of Clarksville issue. We’re also highlighting some of Clarksville’s best dining spots—and, as you’ll see from our fun feature on the Good Eats food truck, a few unconventional ones—so be sure to take a peek and see what makes this town so tasty! In this time of giving thanks, we also want to say thank you to the many community-minded organizations and businesses that give so selflessly of their time, their energy, and their financial support. Learn a little more about the ways that you can lend a helping hand with our feature on Loaves and Fishes, and check out the details on some of the fun fundraising events that prove just how much Clarksville cares. And speaking of caring…show how much you care about the local small businesses that make the city so special by participating in Shop Small Saturday. Sure, we know you may be a little tired from hitting all of those Black Friday sales, but rally your spirits to rally behind the local shops, boutiques, and restaurants that are the lifeblood of our community. Even if you don’t make it out the door, give them your support by following them on Facebook and sharing all the things you love about them with your friends on social media.
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As fast as football season started, it seems almost in the blink of an eye that it’s on the way out, nearing the end zone on a season that’s been unseasonably warm. But even with the higher temps, we’re looking forward to this time of year when we all come together to warm up our hearts and remind one another what matters most.
V I P C L A R KSV I L L E M AGA Z I N E
Our greatest thanks to you, our readers, for all that you do and for the many ways you’ve welcomed us into your day and into your year. Have a very happy November, and we hope that this is a Thanksgiving to remember and treasure always.
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The Hayloft at Port Royal Barn Sale YMCA Tickle Me Pink Luncheon Battle of the Border Laying Low JLB Gallery Grand Opening APSU Farm Facility Open House Walk to End Alzheimers Boots on the Ground Women in Business Creepy Kooky Carnival 5th Annual Labels in Lights Pirates & Chili Fest Louisiana Saturday Night Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary Luncheon Go Commando Health & Fitness Expo 2nd Annual Pink Empowerment Luncheon Community Cares Walk & Expo Business After Hours at 5 Star Media Group Art on the Park Go Commando 5K Run for the Fallen Gateway Gives Back Wags to Witches Fur Ball Howl at the Moon Party APSU Homecoming Conert Trigg County Ham Fest
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Give | Care | Share | Loaves & Fishes Favorite Fall Comfort Dishes: Recipes That’s the Spirit: Old Glory Distilling Co. Truckin’ Tasty: Good Eats Food Truck
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at The Hayloft at Port Royal
the hayloft BARNSALE S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
Adam & Angel Frazier, Chrissy Wall, Katie Davis, & Will Clinard
A Vanda Grunnells & Caitlin Bumpus
Kristin Cowan & Ashlee Hackett
Natalie & Wilson Michael, & Madalyn Ketron
Taylor & Marissa Bearden
Giselle Head & Taylor Bumpus
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long line of vehicles took over Port Royal Road this past month, waiting for their turn to get into the Fall Barn Sale. The recently converted Amish barn is host to one of the areas best fall excursions. The Fall Barn Sale is a unique marketplace that has over 50 vendors from all over middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky as well as a few from Ohio, Georgia and Florida. Vendors are hand picked by the barn owner, Shirley Thomas, for their specific taste, style and bright disposition. Booths ranged from antiques, vintage, repurposed furniture, handmade collectables, art and jewelry. Tickets were $10 a piece for Friday September 30 or Saturday October 1. A special event “Pickin Party” was set up for Thursday evening for visitors to enjoy early shopping. Trailers were filled with pumpkins, gourds and mums, and live music filled the air. Food trucks lined the driveway and a small coffee shop was set up outside the barn. Shirley’s love for junking and all things vintage inspired the idea of the Fall Barn Sale. The old Amish dairy barn was completely renovated, with electricity, quaint touches, and chandeliers with easy access for anyone. Visitors could sit under a large tent at beautifully decorated tables to discuss their purchases and enjoy lunch from the Barnside Cafe. The Fall Barn Sale is held on the Thomas farm off Port Royal Road. The fully operational farm harvests corn, soybeans, wheat and dark fired tobacco. For more information, visit www. theyhayloftatportroyal.com or follow them on facebook.
Meghan McWhorter, Mason Sandoval & Justin Miller
Sarah Elliott & Peyton Goodner
Will & Kelly Myers
Bobby Adkins & Jonathon Stockton
Debbie Hampton, Kayla Case & Misty Stephens
Lynne, Mike, Emily & Katherine Gray
Christina Swanson, Lilah Rawls, and Nicole & Paislea West
Revan & Morgan Lynch and Brittney Barn
Brenda Hawkins
Kelly & Patrick Davis and Dinah Reece
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at The Clarksville Area YMCA
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Jerri Halliday, Betty Chesney & Barbara Riggins
S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
O Nancy Kirkendoll & Annette Parrish
Roxana Smith & Amanda Forbes
Carol Schmidt, Wanda Rose & Beth Brandy
Arielle Maffitt & Meagan Beatty
Tabitha Austin & Mandy Ellison
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ctober was National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of early detection. The 6th Annual Tickle Me Pink luncheon was held Thursday, October 6th at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center. The luncheon featured author and blogger, Rachel Macy Stafford. The proceeds from the luncheon helped benefit the After Breast Cancer program. The Clarksville Area YMCA hosts the After Breast Cancer program. The 16-week program is free and provides personal training and healing resources for local women during and after breast cancer. A rose ceremony was also held to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer. Several vendors set up prior to the luncheon for women to shop, gain information and participate in a fun photo booth, encouraging conversation. Breast cancer is the second most common form of cancer in women, behind skin cancer. About 1 in 8 women born in the United States will develop breast cancer. However, many women will beat cancer if it’s found and treated early. Mammograms help detect cancer for early treatment. Several events were held around the country to encourage communities, organizations, families and individuals to get involved. The American Cancer Society is actively fighting breast cancer by helping women get tested to find breast cancer earlier and help them understand treatment options and cope with physical and emotional side effects. They also fund research to help prevent, find and treat breast cancer. Millions of women are surviving the disease thanks in part to early detection and improvements in treatment options.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Heritage Bank
Josh Weeks, Josh Jorgensen, Brian Rives & Scott Chase
S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
A John Peck, Lauren Frazier, Scott Chase & Keith Bennett
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ustin Peay State University Athletics and Murray State University have battled in one of the greatest rivalries in collegiate athletics for over 70 years. So to richen the rivalry, Heritage Bank, APSU and Murray State Athletics have developed a season-long, multi-sport competition between the two Ohio Valley Conference teams. During the season, APSU and MSU will face off in 14 different sports. In eight of the sports, football, volleyball, women’s soccer, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball, softball and women’s tennis, points will be awarded based on each head-to-head regular season competition between the teams. In the remaining six sports, men’s and women’s golf and cross country and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field, points will be awarded to the team with the better finish in the OVC Championship for that sport. “We are excited about this new series with Murray State and Heritage Bank,” Austin Peay Athletics Director Ryan Ivey said. “This series dates back many years and has provided both fan bases many exciting contests, so creating a formal rivalry series seemed like a logical next step. This will only add fuel to the fire for all of us.” Points will also be available to each team in community service projects and a week of giving. There are a total of 67 points available, representing the 67 miles separating the two institutions. A traveling trophy will be presented to the winning institution. “We’re excited about getting involved with this celebration of Austin Peay in our community,” Keith Bennett, Heritage Bank Market President of Montgomery County, said. “Heritage Bank is and always has been a community bank. This is one of those ways we can showcase our support of the many institutions in our area that serve our citizens in such an outstanding way.”
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at the Customs House Museum
laying low F E S T I VA L S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
Wes Sumner, Vicki Wyatt, Charles Keen & Will Sanders
Candice Coleman & Mary Turner Tim Seay, Alan Goings, Shirley Goings, Dan Black & Elizabeth Black
Tim Barnes & Dana Reynolds Patti Marquess & Frank Lott
Ginna Holleman & Gerda Ladd Mayo
Susan Harris, Brenda Jarrell & Nancy Sneed
Nancy Ladd, Ryan Bowie & Don Groves
Margaret Anne Sumner & Jessica Shaw
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he 6th annual Laying Low Festival was held Saturday, October 8, benefiting the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center. The Laying Festival was hosted at the home of Garnett and Nancy Ladd at Daffodil Hill off Madison Street. The laid-back fundraiser was set outdoors, with the popular backyard game, corn hole with live music provided by The Nightmasters. The band took a break as the majority of the crowed paused to watch the end of the Tennessee Vols football game. The winners of the corn hole tournament received a prize as well as the title of champions. John’s Chicken and Ribs prepared the barbeque and food. The Laying Low Festival is one of four annual fundraisers that help support exhibits and programs at the Customs House Museum. Guests got to enjoy the opportunity to share the fun with fellow supports of the Custom House Museum to help further their mission. The Customs House Museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Clarksville and is the second largest general museum in the state of Tennessee. The museum is open TuesdaySaturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. With over 35,000 square feet of exhibit space, hands-on activities and special events, the Customs House has something for everyone. Laying Low had the generous support of its sponsors, including 4 for 5 Sponsors Legends Bank, and Planters Bank, and Underwriting Sponsors F&M Bank and Bill Wyatt. For more information about the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center, visit http://customshousemuseum.org or call 931-648-5780.
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What’s Happening Clarksville: C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S NOVEMBER 1-4
The Miracle Worker 7PM Clarksville High School Theatre For reservations or questions contact Barbara Wesner, Director (931) 6485690 ext 2521
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First Thursday Art walk 5-8pm Downtown Clarksville www.artwalkclarksville.com
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William Shakespeare’s Henry V 8pm November 4, 5, 11, 12 7pm November 9,10 2pm November 12 Roxy Theatre www.roxyregiontheatre.org
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Community Career Fair 10am-2pm Daymar College Clarksville Campus (931) 552-7600 Spirit Night Supporting The Food Initiative Tell the cashier you’re there to support! 5-8pm Chick-fil-A on Madison St. www.thefoodinitiative.org
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24th Annual Veterans Day Breakfast 7:30am APSU’s Morgan University Center Register online www.clarksvillechamber. com 16th Annual Eagle Toy Run With Billy Ray Cyrus 9am “Kick Stands Up” Ride leaves Appleton Harley 10am Veterans Day Parade begins 11-3 Decadent Nation Performs 3-6 Arm Wrestling Event www.appletonharley.com 6th Annual Christmas Bazaar 9am-2pm Clarksville Civic Center at Veteran’s Plaza 350 Pageant Lane
Family Outreach Ministries Feeding the Multitude 10am-1pm 1860 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., Ste 110-D Fall Fest 10am-4pm Land Between the Lakes Nature Station https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/ calendar/
12-4pm Sunday Wilma Rudolph Event Center www.cityofclarksville.com/events Walk Into a Better Life 5K 8am Registration, 9am Race 1142 Dunlop Lane For more information please contact Beth.Kasper@flourishingfamilies.org
Paint Nite 6pm Hilton Garden Inn https://www.paintnite.com/ events/1127593.html
Check Out Time A Murder Mystery Dinner Show 6:30pm The Looking Glass Restaurant www.thelookingglassrestaurant.com
Tea Dance 2-5pm Beachaven Winery www.beachavenwinery.com
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Planters Bank Presents The Wizard of Oz 2pm Roxy Regional Theatre www.roxyregionaltheatre.org/season/ film-series
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Paint Nite 7pm Kohana Japanese Restaurant https://www.paintnite.com/ events/1123056.html
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Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Before Hours 7-9am Clarksville Athletic Club Advanced Cosmetic Surgery Center’s Annual Fall Open House 2-7pm 1011 S. Main St., Hopkinsville **Bring the VIP Clarksville Magazine ad to the Fall Open House to qualify for a complimentary Mommy Makeover con Sip + Stroll with Sexy Santa 6-8pm Miss Lucille’s Marketplace www.fb.com/misslucillesmarketplace/ events
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Handmade Holidays 9am-4pm Saturday
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Family Free Day: Making Art from Trash 10am-4:30pm Customs House Museum & Cultural Center www.customshousemuseum.org PM Reading & Book Signing 2-4pm Downtown Artists Co-Op www.pmreading.org Tea Dance 2-5pm Beachaven Vineyards & Winery www.Facebook.com/BeachavenWinery Holiday Open House 9am-6pm Miss Lucille’s Marketplace www.fb.com/misslucillesmarketplace/ events Quick Silver Social 5-10pm Kleeman Recreation Center www.cityofclarksville.com/events
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Planters Bank Presents E.T. 2pm Roxy Regional Theatre www.roxyregionaltheatre.org/season/ film-series Gateway Chamber Orchestra Presents Peter and the Wolf Clarksville Pediatric Dentistry Family Series 3pm George & Sharon Mabry Concert Hall, APSU www.gatewaychamberorchestra.com or (931) 444-6240
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Classic Movies at the Historic Alhambra “Out of Africa” 2pm Historic Alhambra http://pennyroyalarts.org/classicfilms
Community Thanksgiving Feast 5:30-7:30pm Burt-Cobb Recreation Center www.cityofclarksville.com/events
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Tried-N-True Pro Wrestling and Global Force Wrestling Presents “Road to Gold” 5:30pm Doors Open 7pm Belltime www.triedntruepro.com Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary Charity Ball 7pm The Silo www.hopkinsvilleja.com
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Planters Bank Presents Raiders of the Lost Ark 2pm Roxy Regional Theatre www.roxyregionaltheatre.org/season/ film-series
Edward’s Steakhouse Presents Music & Martinis Featuring The Queen City Quartet 6:30 Dinner 7:30 Show Call ahead for reservations (931) 906-8877
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Paint Nite 7pm Kohana Japanese Restaurant https://www.paintnite.com/ events/1123057.html
Harry Connick Jr,’s The Happy Elf 7pm Nov 24,30, Dec 1,7,8,14,15 8pm Nov 26, Dec 2,3,9,10,16 2pm Nov 26, Dec 3,10,17 Roxy Regional Theatre www.roxyregionaltheatre.org
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Adaptive Swim Day 10am-12pm New Providence Pool www.cityofclarksville.com/events Hoptown Holiday Hopfest 5pm Street Fest starts 7pm Marty Stuart Concert Main & 6th St. Hopkinsville, KY www.pennyroyalarts.org
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Holiday Vintage & Craft Fair 9am MB Roland Distillery @ The Dairy Barn https://www.facebook.com/mbrdistillery/
Christmas on the Cumberland 5-10pm Nightly Sunday-Thursday 5-11pm Nightly Friday-Saturday McGregor Park www.cityofclarksville.com/events
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Turkey Trot 8am Founders Square Hopkinsville Greenway System www.hoptownrec.com
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Black Friday Sale Beachaven Winery www.beachavenwinery.com
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Shop Small Saturday Get out and support your small and locally owned businesses!
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at JLB Studio Gallery Grand Opening
JLB Studio Gallery Grand Opening
S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY K A L A N A L D E R
Hannah Hagerman & Irene Grace
Rebecca Boehlitz & Ron Creager
Tim Cato, Alicia Fuller & Leann Sorrell
T Caleb, Dianne & Jesse McGuire
Cindy & Ray Hancock
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he grand opening of JLB Studio Gallery was on October 8th from 5-8 PM in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Jennifer Bowman, owner, has mixed medium paintings exhibited throughout the southeast. Her work has been shown on HGTV, been included in collections of Nashville Stars such as Taylor York, Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus, and Holly Williams. Bowman’s, Jess Fleming, Johnny Barnett, and a couple other artist work is included in her studio, displayed for people to see and buy. She wasn’t looking for a studio but when a local community member showed her the property for the building she instantly knew this was the space for her. It has been a dream of hers for a long time. Bowman is a Christian County Native who lived in Nashville for some time but wanted to move back to her hometown where she lives with her daughter Chelsea and Maine Coon Cat, Manny. Saturday night friends, family, artists, and community members gathered to enjoy Bowman’s and fellow artist work. She has future plans to have featured artist and workshops at her studio. JLB Studio Gallery is located on 201 E. 9th Street in Hopkinsville, Kentucky 42240. For more information on the studio you can go to the website which is www.jenniferbowmanfineart. com or follow JLB Studio Gallery on Facebook.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at APSU Farm Facility
AGRICULTURAL ALUMNI HARVEST & NEW FARM FACILITY OPEN HOUSE S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
A Keith Hunter & Jay Morris
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John Bartee Jr., & Joe Pearson
Johnny Head & Alisa White
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ustin Peay and the Agriculture Farm Advisory Board invited alumni and community members to the university’s new facility for an Agriculture Alumni Harvest and New Farm Facility Open House. When the Austin Peay State University Department of Agriculture was a long way from being the fastest-growing college department of agriculture in Tennessee that it is today, one man believed in the potential of both the department and the APSU Farm, a 440-acre plot of land now known as the Farm and Environmental Education Center. “Dr. Gaines Hunt single-handedly kept the APSU Farm going for several years – sometimes with his own equipment, time and money,” John Bartee Jr., co-chair of the APSU agriculture advisory committee, said. “From an alumni perspective, he’s had a huge impact on the department and the university.” In addition to the Dr. Gaines C. Hunt Agriculture Classroom/Laboratory, the Animal Science Facility also houses the Ernie and Joan DeWald Livestock Pavilion and the Farm Credit Mid-America Laboratory, the home of the Department’s stateof-the-art genetics and breeding programs. The event honored Ernie and Joan DeWald, as well as Farm Credit Mid-America and the many legislators and donors whose support made the project possible. Sen. Mark Green, Rep. Curtis Johnson, Rep. Joe Pitts and Rep. Jay Reedy were instrumental in securing special state appropriations to support local contributions. Additional donations from Planters Bank, Farm Bureau, the Montgomery County Co-Op and Legends Bank helped finalize the project. “The construction of this facility was an overall community effort,” Dr. Don Sudbrink, chair of the APSU Department of Agriculture, said. “Without the help of everyone from our alumni, friends, community members, businesses and legislators who are committed to our mission of teaching and training, this project could not have happened.”
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here’s a tide of purple that floods the nation every year, flowing into the streets of communities all over the country who have suited up and put on their walking shoes to take a trek toward reaching their ultimate goal: Finding a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease. It’s a heartbreaking illness, one that robs its victims of their memories and their independence. It dulls the minds of those once so sharp and bright, stripping away until the people left in its wake seem but shadows of the individuals they once were, strangers to themselves who find no balance in a world that is no longer one they know or understand. Even as it causes so much damage to those diagnosed with the disease, Alzheimer’s also affects the lives of their friends and family members. These are the individuals who must stand in support, walking beside men and women who are unable to care for themselves, encouraging them and loving them even when things are at their darkest. These are the fighters who face the challenge by proxy. And every year as the Walk to End Alzheimer’s gathers its swelling crowds, they prepare to flood the nation with a reminder that the challenge isn’t over yet; and that their efforts are hardly at an ebb. Clarksville’s own tide took to the streets on October 1, 2016, gathering 700 participants and 100 volunteers at Liberty Park. “This event is so important because it not only helps raise funds, but it also brings a sense of togetherness for anyone going through this disease and their family members,” says Fatemeh Moini, Manager of Development and Corporate Initiatives at the Mid South Chapter Alzheimer’s Association. Raising more than $46,600, the event surpassed its initial goal of $35,000; but just because the Walk is over, it hardly means that donations aren’t still needed. For more information on ways to donate or get support, call (800) 272-3900 or visit www.alz.org.
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he Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Women In Business event Saturday, October 11, 2016 at the Hilton Garden Inn on Alfred Thun Road. The luncheon began at 11:30 and served different salads and deserts. The speaker for the Chamber event was local artist, Miranda Herrick. More than 30 women from the Clarksville area attended the networking event, sharing names, business cards and stories. Herrick was born in Vicenza, Italy in 1977. Her father’s military career took her family many places before they settled in Clarksville in the early 1990s. Herrick graduated from Austin Peay State University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Fine Art, concentrating in drawing and ceramics. She currently lives in Clarksville and works in Nashville. Herrick presented a slideshow featuring much of her work, giving detailed descriptions of how and where her inspiration came from as well as the unique materials she used. Her drawings tend to be very structured geometric patterns. These drawings begin with penciled grid lines and grow out with repetitive, pen-and-ink line work, which is done freehand. The process is meditative in nature. Subdividing the space on a sheet of paper with pen marks has evolved into recycling post-consumer aluminum cans to fill in blocks of color on a wooden panel. The shift in materials allows Herrick to create larger designs and gives the shapes and colors a subtext. A careful observer can discover what product these aluminum cans carried before they were re-purposed. A thoughtful environmentalist might be made uncomfortable anew with the evidence of accumulation in the repetition of the pieces. Her “uncanny craft” was featured on Tennessee Crossroads June 2.
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ou know them well, the big box stores that pop up all over the country offering their mass-produced wares at discount prices that bring customers to their doors in droves. And while they certainly have their benefits, these marketplace moguls make it hard to keep a distinct sense of place, as they seem to be the same regardless of where they are, blurring our perceptions of what sets one town apart from the next. It’s the small businesses that stand in direct opposition to that, the tiny treasures that add color, life, and uniqueness to local communities. These are the places that have been built out of hard work, passion, and love. They’re the epitome of the American dream, these independently owned shops, service providers, and restaurants that line the streets and welcome customers with a warm smile and a personal greeting. They’re the backbone of the local economy, the heart and soul of the business community, the very thing that makes one city different from the next. Without these small businesses, communities would lack differentiation and character, bleeding into the landscape of corporate America as just another faceless place on the map.
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It’s important, then, to realize all that local small businesses provide in our daily lives. They offer us meals unlike any we could find anywhere else, serving us recipes that have been passed down from generations. They craft beautiful pieces of art that no factory could replicate. They provide us with personal care and attention, keeping our homes running smoothly and our cars on the road. These are the faces of hometown America, and even as we depend on them, they depend on us. Without our support, these small businesses would cease to exist, closing the doors on their dreams and fading into the background as a distant memory of what once made our local communities so special. “Small businesses play such a crucial role in enhancing the city, but what makes our business successful is that the people come to support us,” says 26 yearold Luci Armitstead, owner of Miss Lucille’s in Clarksville. As the daughter of entrepreneurs herself, starting up a family owned and operated business has always been a goal for Armistead; and she’s made that dream a reality by opening not only the chic little boutique market of all things unique that she calls Miss Lucille’s, but also in running lunchtime hotspot Miss Lucille’s Café and the venue space she created with The Belle Hollow. “We couldn’t survive without our customers; and one of our greatest goals, as small business owners, is to add something special to the community we serve. We’re needed here, because we give the city a bit of soul.” “When you shop at a small business, you get to deal with someone who lives there, someone who’s personally invested in the interests of the community,” says Creekside Farm Antiques and Restoration owner Bob Sumner, who runs the shop with his wife Frances. Having come to the area in 1968, Bob has owned his own succession of small businesses in the community and knows well the value of the local dollar. “Supporting small, locally-owned businesses means supporting the community, and I shop that way as often as I can.” 34 | VIP Clarksville Magazine • November 2 016
CREEKSIDE FARM ANTIQUES & RESTORATION
MISS LUCILLE’S MARKETPLACE Luci Armitstead grew up focused on the idea of owning her own business and letting her creativity take flight, and she does just that—in triplicate. As is so clearly evident in Miss Lucille’s Marketplace, Miss Lucille’s Café, and The Belle Hollow, this business-minded Southern belle is somewhat an old soul, taking her customers a walk down memory lane in a vintage-inspired shop that offers an eclectic array of home furnishings and accessories as well as design services. At the Café, diners can tuck into a tasty lunch, while The Belle Hollow provides the perfect space to host an event. Miss Lucille’s Marketplace is located at 2231-L Madison Street, Clarksville Tennessee 37403. Open MondaySaturday 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Café hours are Monday- Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. For more information, call (931) 8691700 for the Marketplace, (931) 9195050 for the Cafe, and (931) 919-4900 for The Belle Hollow or visit www. misslucillesmarketplace.com CREEKSIDE FARM ANTIQUES AND RESTORATION
we give the city a bit of soul.” “I TRULY BELIEVE THAT SMALL BUSINESSES CAN BE THOUGHT OF AS THE BLOODLINE TO THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY,”
Offering English and American antique furnishings and accessories from the 18th and 19th century, Creekside Farm Antiques and Restoration preserves a piece of history and gives today’s market something unique, beautiful, and artfully made. It’s a point of pride that owners Bob and Frances Sumner have successfully built their business on, opening the doors of their tuckedaway treasure trove to the Clarksville community in 2014 in hopes of
providing their customers with pieces that would find new life in new homes where their beauty and charm would be loved and appreciated. Bob’s masterful abilities in furniture restoration are also a big draw, and the local community has come to rely on him for bringing new antique finds as well as family heirlooms back to their former glory. Creekside Farm Antiques and Restoration is located at 1057 Belmont Rd Clarksville, TN 37040. Open Tuesday-Friday 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and by appointment on Saturdays. For more information, call (931) 648-2540 or visit www. creeksidefarmantiquesandrestoration. com JOURNEY’S EYE STUDIO Having come to the Clarksville area from Boston while they were searching for the perfect place to set up shop and open Journey’s Eye Studio, Jody Isaacs and Steve Tyrrell knew they’d found exactly what they were looking for when they spent some time in the charming community they now call home. The design studio and retail space they run in downtown Clarksville offers their talents in all things décor and design, from personal and commercial interior design services to custom made furniture. They truly light up for lighting, as well, and the pair offers clients industrial lighting and furniture made by Steve’s skilled hands. Journey’s Eye Studio is located at 131 Franklin Street, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040. Open Tuesday- Wednesday 10:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m.; ThursdaySaturday 10:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. For more information, call (617) 901-3374 or visit www.journeyseyestudio.com
says Jody Isaacs, owner of Journey’s Eye Studio. Offering a wide array of unique lighting fixtures and fantastic pieces of furniture as well as home styling services and custom-built furnishings, Journey’s Eye is a journey for the imagination, and Jody and her partner, Steve Tyrrell, have taken their own adventurous journey to open their studio to the town they’ve grown to love. “There is an investment of finance and goodwill into the community, and we participate and support our local small businesses anyway we can. I feel we really look out for each other. The welcome and support we’ve seen from the people of Clarksville has been tremendous, and we wouldn’t be here without the growing relationships we’ve created with each of our customers.” As the busy holiday shopping season approaches, take time to show your appreciation for the local businesses in the Clarksville area. Stop in to see what they have to offer and remind them how much they matter. After all, you love your city for a reason, and these small businesses are the very heartbeat of the city you love so much.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Creepy Kooky Carnvial
Oak Grove Community cares Johnathan Williams & John Rodgers
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alloween is a holiday that brings people—kids in particular—out in droves, gathering to have wacky parties that are frightfully fun. And whether you’re actually a child or just a kid at heart, all the tricks and treats can be used in big ways to bring the local community together to do something that truly makes a difference all year long. As a non-profit organization focused on bettering the city of Oak Grove, Oak Grove Community Cares holds three fun-filled fundraising events every year. This year, during their very first annual Creepy Kooky Carnival held October 19, 2016, from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., the organization hosted an evening full of Halloween-themed festivities at Wades Way Park, grilling up free hotdogs and hamburgers to feed the hungry crowd of locals who played games, competed for sweet treats, and gathered out on the park’s lawn to watch the movie Hotel Transylvania on a big outdoor screen. “We had so many supportive local volunteers and business owners who contributed their time and donated decorations, food, candy, and even funds to make the Carnival possible,” says President of Oak Grove Community Cares Theresa Jarvis. “It was a great success, and I think that people enjoy events like this because it’s free fun for the whole family, and it really brings the whole community together.”
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Art Link Event
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rt Link, a free Co-op for children of all ages in Clarksville, TN hosted the 5th Annual Fashion & Art Show on October 1. The band, Happy Incident, kicked off the night with live entertainment with a rock style music that got everyone ready for a great show. Throughout the night people could check out the vendors, socialize, eat, and enjoy the fashion show. Local volunteers who love fashion were able to show off designer’s clothes as they strutted down the runway. This provided people the chance to show off their work. It took a whole community to put this together with lots of vendors, artists, and volunteers. Art Link aims to ignite passion and build character through creativity. Their goal is to provide an opportunity for people to share and volunteer to express their love for art and fashion. The show provided many opportunities for the community to have a great night. There were local vendors selling kitchen supplies, makeup, clothes, homemade jewelry, art, etc. It was a space provided for people to enjoy food, music and fashion, what more could you ask for?
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs on Strawberry Alley
Kenny York, Gina Geiger & Vicki York
S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y
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he 6th annual Pirate Fest and Chili Cook-Off was hosted Friday, October 14, 2016, taking over Strawberry Ally in downtown Clarksville. The event is hosted every year by Manna Café Ministries who helps feed hundreds of hungry and homeless families. The family friendly event encouraged participation in the costume contest and offered prizes to the best-dressed pirates. Aside from dozens of chili options, the festival had live musical entertainment, games and a magician. Dozens turned out, offering up their best chili recipes to be judged and critiqued to win the Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice trophies. As guests entered the festival and walked back in time, they could purchase a hearty mug in which to sample the large variety of the award winning chili options. Manna Café Ministries was the brainchild of Kenny York, a missionary in Nashville who utilized his love for cooking by overseeing a weekly meal for the homeless and poor. In 2007 he wrote his idea down and by the next year, he had taken his first steps in launching Manna Café. The creative collaboration was York’s idea, based on the simple idea that people love chili, pirates and fall festivals. Add in live music and dancing and games for kids, and it’s an evening guaranteed to bring fun. Manna Café Ministries is a faithbased organization devoted to meeting the needs of homeless and low-income families in Montgomery County. Each week, Manna Café provides hot meals and food boxes to over 1,600 local citizens, serving four meals a week. All funds raised through the festival remain local to assist and feed Montgomery County residents in need. For more information about Manna Café Ministries, visit www.mannacafeministries.com.
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GIVE | CARE | SHARE
HUNGRY to HELP Story by Liesel Schmidt Photography courtesy of Loaves & Fishes
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e’ve all heard the story of how Jesus used five meager loaves of bread and two fish to feed the five thousand, and it’s a miracle that still astounds and inspires us. So representational is it in the ways that it illustrates how even the smallest things can have such an impact that it motivates individuals and communities all over the world to use their own “loaves and fishes” to make a difference. It was those very loaves and fishes, in fact, that stirred a few compassionate and faith-filled ladies from Trinity Episcopal Church to begin serving soup to the needy souls of Clarksville in 1983, soon growing their mission of outreach from a Wednesday ladling of love to a daily lunch that would nourish the many hungry members of the community. Partnering up with other like-minded volunteers from First Presbyterian Church, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and Madison Street United Methodist, an organization took shape, shedding denominational divisions to unite as Loaves and Fishes, focusing their hands and hearts on the common goal of feeding their very own “five thousand.” “We’re fulfilling God’s mission to feed the hungry,” says board member Jill Crow, who works so whole-heartedly alongside with other team members who have taken up this challenge.
“THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE IN CLARKSVILLE AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY IN NEED, AND BY FEEDING THEM, WE’RE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR LIVES.” 42 | VIP Clarksville Magazine • November 2016
More than 30 years after its humble beginnings offering “Hot Meal: Hot Soup and Bread” on a sign hung outside a church, Loaves and Fishes is still going strong, fortified in its efforts by numerous area partners, volunteers, and generous donors who recognize the very real need faced by millions of people every day. “The most powerful gift Loaves and Fishes has are our volunteers,” says Crow. “They make Loaves and Fishes possible. We have over 250 volunteers who cook, clean, serve food, answer phones, and drive the trucks that are vital to our operations to pick up donated food from area businesses. We have so many people already involved in this effort, but the need is a huge one; and we always welcome more volunteers and invite the community to get involved.”
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EVEN IN THIS LAND OF PLENTY, THERE ARE MANY WHO STRUGGLE TO FEED THEMSELVES AND THEIR FAMILIES. And so Loaves and Fishes serves on, collecting food donations to distribute to more than 38 agencies in addition the meals that are cooked in the kitchen it now operates at First Presbyterian Church Activities and Outreach Center. Nearly 50,000 meals are provided on an annual basis by the talented cooks who man the stoves; and as each dish is placed on the table before someone who hungers, it becomes more than just food—it becomes a blessing and a reminder that they are truly loved. Loaves and Fishes is located at 215 Foster Street, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040. Soup Kitchen meals are served from 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., Monday- Saturday. Donations are accepted from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Monday- Saturday. Want to mail them a donation? Send all mailed donations to PO Box 3241, Clarksville, TN 37043. For more information on making donations or becoming involved, call (931) 645-9020 or visit www.loavesandfishestn.org
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oaves and Fishes hosted their 7th annual Louisiana Saturday Night fundraiser Saturday, October 15, 2016. The funraider brings creole flavors to benefit one of the city’s oldest food pantries. Patrons were served a delicious Cajun dinner with chicken and smoked sausage gumbo with rice, jambalaya, homemade slaw, French bread and topped it off with a traditional New Orleans praline. It takes about 100 volunteers comprised of church groups, college students, members of the military and the community to help staff the event. Around 500 people purchase tickets to help support Loaves and Fishes. In addition to ticket sales, aprons and t-shirts were sold during the event generating proceeds that go a long way to support the Loaves and Fishes mission. The community kitchen provides free meals to nearly 200 hungry people a day, six days a week. They also distribute food to area agencies through volunteer efforts. They serve approximately 45,000-50,000 meals yearly through their kitchen. Most of the food served is donated to the pantry but they also have to supplement items to complete meals, and one of their biggest needs is protein. It’s important to the pantry to serve nutritious meals to those in the most need. Loaves and Fishes takes donations from several area businesses including grocery stores, restaurants, local farmers and individuals. Left over items the pantry doesn’t use, are redistributed among 36 other organizations. Upcoming fundraisers for Loaves and Fishes include Spirit Fest in December and the Jingle Bell Food Drive that begins in November. More information can be found and donations can be made at www.loavesandfishes.com.
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Miss Lucille’s Fall Harvest Salad A FA L L / W I N T E R M E N U FAV O R I T E S E R V E D U P F R E S H DA I LY AT M I S S LU C I L L E ’ S CA F E
“For me, the combination of hearty fall flavors from the apple cider vinaigrette and the roasted sweet potatoes pairs perfectly with the candied pecans and dried cranberries, and every bite is like a delicious reminder of the autumn season.” - LU C I A R M I T S T E A D
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COMFORT DISHES Savory comfort food recipes from two of Clarksville’s most beloved eateries. S T O R Y BY L I E S E L S C H M I DT P H O T O GR A P H Y CO U R T E S Y O F LU C I A R M I T S T E A D , O W N E R O F M I S S LU C I L L E ’ S M A R K E T P L AC E & CA F E + CHEF JEFFREY DEA N OF C L A R KS V I L L E CO U N T R Y C LU B
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4 O Z . A R CA D I A N L E T T U C E 4 O Z . S W E E T P O TAT O E S , C H O P P E D 2 O Z . DR I E D CR A N B E R R I E S 2 O Z . O F CA N D I E D P ECA N S 1 APPLE 1 C H I CK E N B R E AS T 2 O Z . A P P L E C I D E R V I N A I GR E T T E OLIVE OIL
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On a baking sheet, arrange sweet potatoes and drizzle with olive oil.
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Roast until tender in an oven on medium heat, then remove and cool.
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In a skillet on medium heat, cook chicken, then remove from heat and slice.
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Meanwhile, lay washed lettuce on a plate and slice the apple.
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When sweet potatoes have been cooled, center the potatoes on the lettuce, then arrange four apple slices around the outer perimeter of the lettuce.
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Top with candied pecans and sliced chicken.
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Dress with desired amount of vinaigrette and serve.
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all is a time we associate with changing leaves; cooler weather; warm, snuggly blankets; and putting our fireplaces to work. We crave foods that warm us up from the inside out, homey dishes that often call to mind comforting memories of times spent with family and friends. If fall had a flavor, these are the dishes that would evoke that flavor, packing every morsel with the beauty of harvest time.
Savoring those comforting foods right along with us are some of Clarksville’s best chefs, and they’ve opened up their recipe boxes to give us a peek at a few fall favorites of their very own.
Port Wine Poached Pear with Roquefort Blue Cheese
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“Fall is my favorite time of year, and I love to come in after a chilly day outside and warm up with this poached pear salad,” says Chef Jeffrey. “The robustness of the port wine, the Roquefort, and the kale along with those beautiful pears really brightens me up, and it’s the perfect dish for fall because of the way it showcases the colors and flavors of the seasonal harvest.” - CHEF JEFFREY DEA N
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Combine port wine and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer, then add peeled pears. Simmer until pears are tender, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for one hour.
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Cut cooled pears in half and remove the seeds and core, then slice each half into 4-5 slices, plate, and stuff with Roquefort cheese.
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Meanwhile, de-stem and chop kale and submerge in water to remove dirt and grit. In a sauté pan on medium heat, add butter, kale, and balsamic vinegar, then cook for 3 minutes until tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and plate with stuffed pears. Top with candied pecans and pomegranate seeds and serve warm or at room temperature.
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he Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary held their Taster’s Luncheon fundraiser Friday, October 14, 2016 at Southside Church of Christ. The community event not only raises funds, but also is a way for the ladies of the auxiliary to show of their cooking skills. The ladies of the JA bring in their favorite dishes to share with the community. The funds raised during the JA Taster’s Luncheon go to support their mission. The Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary was founded on the premise of giving back to the community. Through various fundraisers, the JA is able to support their mission and assist local non-profit and community organizations. Nearly 250 people attended the luncheon with the option to dine-in or carryout. Several patrons chose both options, taking to-go boxes as they left. The JA has several fundraisers throughout the year such as the Relay For Life, Parade Of Pennies, Charity Ball, fair booth and service projects. They also participate in the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk, volunteer every year at the Rotary Auction, compete in the annual Chili Cook-Off and much more. Every month the ladies of the JA volunteer throughout the community, serving at Salvation Army, Chapel House, Christian Health Center, Covington’s Friendship House, Pennyrile Homes and Morningside Assisted Living.
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That’s the Spirit! Story by Liesel Schmidt Photography courtesy of Old Glory Distillery
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pirits have long been a part of the history in the South, as ingrained in the landscape of its heritage as—well, the very grain used to produce its strongly flavored liquid gold. As gold it once very may well have been, in long ago days when distilling spirits was the sole source of income for farmers whose production of corn was too poor to be sold at market, but good enough to be ground into grain that was cooked and distilled into spirits. It’s an old and glorious tradition, one fraught with danger and so many fine elements of an adventure story, and a tradition that has become a point of pride, particularly in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky. Taking on the responsibility of continuing that tradition has become a point of pride, as well, and that was something that Clarksville native Matt Cunningham wanted to bring his to hometown by establishing a distillery of his own, giving his new venture a name that befitted his vision—Old Glory Distilling Company. For an enterprising young man full of hometown pride like Cunningham, travelling all over the nation and seeing the community spirit that fueled their homegrown distilleries was a sobering—and exiting—experience that gave him the grain of an idea for his own path. “I wanted to start something here that we could all be proud of, and I’ve been other places around the country where these new distilleries were something that the town really rallied around and made everyone excited. There was pride in what was happening there, and everyone 50 | VIP Clarksville Magazine • November 2 016
seemed to have a sense of personal ownership in that,” 26 year-old Cunningham explains. “I wanted to bring that kind of pride and excitement to Clarksville, and seeing that same community response to us is really rewarding and extremely gratifying to me.” Only a few months into its already successful stream of production, the newly constructed building that houses all 23000 square feet of Old Glory Distilling Company is spacious enough and equipped to handle the entire process of producing the spirits bearing its name. Each of the one thousand gallon batches are cooked in the company’s single cooker, then sent on to its five fermentation tanks before being distilled. “We’re a grain-to-glass company,” says Cunningham. “We bring the grain into our doors, we have it ground up, and we make it all here from scratch, right under our roof.” With the exception of the grain grinding, everything indeed is handled inhouse, and even that will eventually be a step in the process that will need no outsourcing. In keeping with Cunningham’s passion for maintaining a sense of community ownership, his grain grows ten miles down the road at a local farm, and his grist-work is done by a close family friend who owns a cattle farm nearby. The community, friends, and family are all indeed behind him and his dreams for Old Glory. His brother, Wes, has been at his side every step of the way, while his father served as the contractor for the impressive facility built with the look and feel of the 1940s, a time when, Cunningham feels, “people really took personal pride in their work.” And he’s certainly giving the people of Clarksville reason to be proud and come together. With the 7000 square foot event space located at the distillery, he’s also giving them the perfect place to do all of that gathering. Four eight-foot by eight-foot plate glass picture windows overlook the distillery equipment, showcasing the metal pots and pipes and gadgetry as if they were on exhibit at a museum. “The distillery really is the main feature of the venue, and we designed the space to highlight that,” Cunningham says. There is much to highlight at Old Glory, much to take pride in. This is a glorious part of the region’s heritage—and, if Cunningham has anything to do with it—it’s going to become a part of Clarksville’s legacy, and one it will savor for generations to come.
“I wanted to start something here that we could all be proud of, and I’ve been other places around the country where these new distilleries were something that the town really rallied around and made everyone excited. There was pride in what was happening there, and everyone seemed to have a sense of personal ownership in that... I wanted to bring that kind of pride and excitement to Clarksville.” -Owner, Matt Cunningham
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ood trucks have seen an explosive boom in popularity over recent years, setting up shop alongside busy city streets and areas where foot traffic means visibility, wheeling out their wares and hawking food that they hope will get people’s engines going. Trends aside, however, when Mike and Josie Cassady formed their own food truck company, it wasn’t a decision based solely on the hipfactor of food trucking. Instead, the former military couple saw it as an opportunity to do something they’d always dreamed of doing, without having the risk of choosing a location that might fail them. Fortunately for the enterprising couple, the literal mobility of their truck has served them well in contributing to their upward mobility as a popular presence in the Clarksville area; and now, after three years of rolling out some of the tastiest plates of internationally inspired food you can find anywhere, Josie and Mike have made their Good Eats truck a business worth following. Steering themselves toward continual success, Good Eats offers cuisine based largely on Josie’s Fillipino heritage as well as the cultural fare of such countries as Japan, Germany, Greece, and Ireland, though
American classics do enjoy their own place on the truck’s menu board. Nearly everything made in the confines of their tiny kitchen is made from scratch, lovingly prepared by Josie, whose skills at the stove have been the secret sauce to Good Eats undeniable popularity. “Josie has such a passion for cooking, and it really shows in the food that she makes,” says Mike, who, by his own admission, is not allowed in the kitchen unsupervised. “I couldn’t burn toast if I tried!” he laughs. All joking aside, the couple is obviously doing something right, as they have gained a cult following of ravenous truck-trackers in the Clarksville area. Among their most popular items are the sweetly satisfying Banana Eggrolls, their flavor-filled Lumpia, tangles of Pancit noodles, ooey gooey piles of Nacho Fries, and the savory spice and tender meatiness of the Cilantro Garlic Chicken Wrap. “I think my personal favorite thing on our menu would have to be the Banana Eggrolls,” says Mike. “What better way could there possibly be than to eat fruit than rolling it in an eggroll wrapper, deep frying it, and then sprinkling it with powdered sugar and topping it all off with whipped cream and chocolate or caramel syrup?” What better way, indeed? Judging by the growth of Good Eats’ customer base, Mike’s not the only one who’s bananas for those bananas. But Josie’s cooking abilities are multifaceted, and one of the ways they shine their brightest are in the sauces she makes from scratch. They’re downright addictive—good enough to be bottled, in fact. And they are. Good Eats offers eight of Josie’s flavorful sauces in eight ounce jars, selling them around town wherever they park the truck and tempting buyers who see the brightly colored jars and know—after one taste—that they’ll be hooked for life.
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Along with three other area food trucks, Good Eats formed the Clarksville Food Truck Association in 2014, which now counts six trucks in its membership. “We all saw it as a way to help grow and promote the industry locally, and we hold our members to really
high standards that help us maintain our quality,” says Mike, who currently serves as President of the Association. “Being part of the CFTA holds us accountable to comply with all health, safety, and business standards that bring us, as independent owners, a certain amount of respect within the business community; and that’s extremely important.” Their food may fuel the people of Clarksville, but the people of Clarksville also fuel them— and as they put their truck in park to begin serving their customers each day, Mike and Josie feel their passion ignited with every plate of food they hand to a hungry diner, knowing that they’re living their dream…and that’s truly something that keeps their tanks filled. For more information on Good Eats, call (931) 217-1185 or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Goodeats522/
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he Distinguished Steppers Unlimited team hosted their 2nd Annual Pink Empowerment Event for Breast Cancer Awareness at the Burt-Cobb Recreation Center October 1. The event is to help bring awareness to Breast Cancer and be a source of support to those who have survived Breast Cancer or lost someone due to it. The event kicked off with a visual reminder of the importance of breast health and early detection. Ladies and gentlemen were dressed in pink to show their support. The highlight of this event is the tree trimming. This is where they have a Christmas Tree decorated out in all pink and end with a special topping of the tree to recognize all of the many breast cancer survivors. This year they also had a display at the Kleenman Recreation Center. This allowed two different locations for community members to gather, gain information, and share. This idea they hope will be expanded throughout the holiday season and trees can be decorated in order to support all different forms of cancer.
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he 5th annual Community Cares Walk and Expo was held Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center. The Clarksville Association for Down Syndrome and the City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation partnered up to host the event together. The event helped raise awareness and provide information about health, wellness, safety and education for the special needs community. Approximately 400 walkers participated in the one-mile walk around Liberty Pond. Several other activities were scattered around the event center including, pumpkin painting, music, a kids corner, face painting and free food. The silent auction rounded out the event and brought it to a close. DJ Cricket provided the musical entertainment for the super hero themed event. Several of the Marvel’s Avengers could be spotted interacting with the children as well as the Ghostbusters. Over 50 vendors set up to bring information and fun to the expo. The Clarksville Association for Down Syndrome (CADS) is a non-profit that has been providing support for local families since 2009. The program receives no governmental funding and relies on events like these to help sustain their programs. The Community Cares event was designed to help promote Clarksville’s special needs community. Since the start of the event, the program has been able to provide for their Technology for Teachers program, handing out 147 iPads to special education classrooms. Their ultimate goal is to open a Community Cares Clubhouse that will serve special needs individuals at no cost to them or their families. For more information, visit www. cadstn.org.
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he City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department partnered with Art Link to host the fourth Art on the Park event Saturday, October 15, 2016. The event was held at the skate park in Heritage Park off Peachers Mill Road. Those attending the event got to talk to artists about their work, painted masterfully on the walls of the park, enjoyed watching skaters show off their sport and listen to live music by Rufus Dawkins. “The whole goal of it is to ignite passion, build character through creativity,” said Maria Haycraft, founder of the Art Link. “What we’re trying to do is something with extreme sports as well as art and music, so its just another form of creativity.” Aspiring skaters were given tips and guidance from experienced skaters and little kids watched on eagerly. Artists put the fnishing touches on their pieces, and kids helped fill in the empty spaces with paint. “Our goal is to have a creative environment for our young people to just be able to be themselves and dive into what they’re passionate about in any form of creativity,” said Haycraft. “It can be music, dance, it can be painting, drawing. It can be skateboarding. Anything that is a creative outlet for them because we believe so passionately that when you get to develop and dive into your passion it opens up your creative thinking.” The event takes place every other year in an effort to beautify the Heritage Park Skate Park and to deter graffiti. For more information about Art on the Park, visit www.cityofclarksville.com/artonthepark. The event was sponsored by Porter Paints, Sacer & Savive, Art Link, No Egrets Tattoos, Clarksville Living Magazine and Wicked Good Sandwiches.
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S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
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he Clarksville Rotary Club hosted the 6th annual Go Commando Half Marathon and 5k Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Old Glory Distillery on Alfred Thun Road. Participants were encouraged to wear their best themed outfit to stand out from the crowd. Some wore “Censored” signs, some wore the Go Commando t-shirts and some dressed as their favorite super heroes. Finisher medals were handed out at the end of the race with awards for the top three overall in each age group and gender. Cash prizes were also awarded to the top three male and female in both the half marathon and the 5K. The event had approximately 650 participants with another 400 deployed Fort Campbell soldiers competing in the Shadow Run in Afghanistan. Members of the military in Afghanistan ran the Go Commando simultaneously with the event held in Clarksville. Along the route, runners could rehydrate at the six water stops scattered throughout the course. Runners were met by encouraging volunteers handing out water, Gatorade and energy boosting snacks to help the racers cross the finish line. Participants picked up their race packets the day before at the Health and Fitness Expo held at the distillery. Approximately 25 vendors set up booths at the expo for runners to enter contests and pick up a lot of freebies before the race. The race was relocated this year from Liberty Park to Old Glory Distillery with a new, flatter course. Nearly 100 volunteers helped make the race happen who started planning the event months in advance.
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he Fort Campbell Survivor Outreach Services partnered with Fort Campbell Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation to host several events for Military Survivor Appreciation Week. The annual Run For The Fallen event wrapped up the appreciation week with hundreds of participants. The run was an opportunity for the community to get together to honor the memories and sacrifices of the men and women who gave their lives serving their country. Surviving families were able to celebrate the life of their loved ones. Participants had the option of a 2.35 miles or a 1.3 mile course starting from the Town Center Park, both offering views of several memorials around base. For Kamber Good and her two children, Jonathan and Kyah, it was their first year participating in the run. Kamber lost her husband, John T. Good on October 7, 2011 to brain cancer. He was 28-years-old. “He battled hard,” Kamber said. “There’s a possibility it could have been caused from the equipment he worked with here at Fort Campbell.” The two were high school sweethearts and had been together for over 13 years. Kamber was pregnant with their daughter when he was diagnosed in 2007. Fort Campbell took great care of the Good family and that’s why the family has remained in the area. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) demonstrates the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen. The mission of SOS is to provide enhanced services to these Families. SOS utilizes a holistic and multi-agency approach to delivering services to Survivors by providing services to the Garrison and communities closest to where Families live. SOS allows the Army to better identify the needs of others touched by the loss of a soldier.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Gateway Tire & Service Center
P H O T O GR A P H Y BY S H A N N O N D O W DY - WA L L S T O R Y BY L I E S E L S C H M I DT
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an, woman, or child, breast cancer is a disease that touches all of our lives in some way, whether we know someone who has been diagnosed or have been given the diagnosis ourselves. It’s a long, hard journey to face through treatment and on the road to recovery, and that road is one that should never be travelled without the support and encouragement of loved ones. In keeping with their community–minded way of doing things, Gateway Tire and Service Center of Clarksville steered their fundraising focus in October to Breast Cancer Awareness, holding a cookout on October 21, 2016, that showed their own encouragement and support for those battling the disease, raising $1,020 that was donated to The American Cancer Society. “Breast cancer affects so many people who have no idea what’s happening until the diagnosis; but with quick detection, the disease can be treated,” says manager Larry Fulks. “We had some wonderful support from Advance Auto Parts, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Flowers Bread Company, and Jeff Stagner from Food Lion in bringing the cookout together, and that’s the kind of support that shows how greatly we’re all hoping to find a cure,” Fulks continues. “Our goal in hosting this event is to bring more awareness to the disease so that women will be checked and diagnosed in the earliest stages, when their chances of successful remission are greater.” Each dollar raised will help pave a smoother road, progressing further toward the ultimate destination of finding a cure.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Riverview Inn
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hey came dressed as Zombies and in their own unique costumes to the 10th annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash at the Riverview Inn, Oct. 29th, a fundraiser event held by ClarksvilleMontgomery County Humane Society. According to Humane Society President Courtney Berlyak this is the final year of the ghoul’s event. “We are still exploring and brainstorming new fundraising options,” Berlyak said. “We are expecting over 150 in attendance, and that number has been fairly consistent through the years.” Berylak said. She said they were concentrating on opening their new spay and neuter clinic at a Tennessee Avenue location. There was a silent auction judging dog photos (Kings and Queens), and a photo booth where they could have their picture with a Zombie. They enjoyed food, beverages, mingling and dancing. At the end of the night came the costume contest. The Humane Society of ClarksvilleMontgomery Co. is a 501(c)(3) non- profit organization that works incredibly hard every day to improve the lives of homeless animals in the Clarksville area. To get involved they are located at 940 Tennessee Ave., Clarksville, TN. (931) 648-8042 M/T/F/Sat 9am-2pm W/Th 4:30pm-7:30pm
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Jamin Pena & Krista Potter
Laura Adams, Dovie Pearson, Heidi Melvin & Justin Cary
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Kim Balevre & Chad Spann
Stephanie & Jeff Henry
Cindy Chambers & Charles Smith
Betsy Fernandez & Katina Burchfield
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Michelle Murphy & Brenda Freeman
Janice Nunn & Scarlett Hamaker
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Howl at the Moon Party
Mary Ann Hansen, Heidi Hopkins & Molly Cook S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY K A L A N A L D E R
O Lindsey Jordan & Audrey Fulton
Regina Mick & Diandre Monsley
Beverly Parker & Pamela Gadsey
Jaybreon Weatherspoon & Kendarius Watson
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n Thursday October 6th between 5-8PM, the Downtown Artist Co-Op (DAC) said farewell to Summer and howled at Autumns arrival with their “Howl at the Moon” party. Members were asked to create art with an Autumn feel to get everyone pumped for the season. At the reception, there was art for everyone to look at, food, live music, and howling. Yes, I did say howling. As everyone joined the streets of downtown Clarksville and howled at the moon in celebration of the season. There was so much for people to enjoy including a physic, who was there to tell you what she sees in your future. Guests were asked to come in their best Halloween costume. Many showed up in masks, colorful outfits, and unique designs of their own. “Please no boring witches or bloody ghouls, they are so yesterday” says DAC President, Glenda Rohner. They challenged everyone’s creative sides and people did not disappoint. The exhibit will be on display for the whole month of October that way people can enjoy the art for more than one night. The Downton Artists Co-Op is located at downtown Clarksville, Tennessee on 96 Franklin Street. For more information you can go to www.downtownartistco-op.com or follow them on Facebook at Downtown Artist Co-Op.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Austin Peay State University
HOMECOMING CONCERT Featuring Frankie Ballard S T O R Y & P H O T O GR A P H Y BY SA M A N T H A VAU G H A N
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he homecoming spirit was thick on Austin Peay University this past month, with a weeklong lineup of events hosted throughout the campus. But there was one event that really rocked the students and had them on their feet. The week kicked off with a pep rally bonfire on the front lawn of the Dunn Center and wrapped up with the Govs taking on the Mercer Bears and ending with a step show at the Foy Center. As part of the 2016 Austin Peay University 2016 Homecoming Week, the university hosted a special concert featuring platinum recording artists, Frankie Ballard. The concert was held at Foy Fitness and Rec Center Thursday, October 20 at 7 p.m. Special guest, Jason Mizelle opened for Ballard and The Beavers 100.3, Nick and Monica introduced the artists. Teenage girls crowded the stage, singing and dancing their hearts out as the young artist performed on stage. Much to the squealing delight of Ballard’s adoring fans, he hopped off stage mid-concert to take selfies with several of the attendees. Ballard is a native of Battle Creek, Michigan, who had three consecutive number one singles off his 2014 release, “Sunshine and Whiskey,” including platinum-selling title track, “Young and Crazy” and “Helluva Life.” The album reached as high as fifth on the Billboard U.S. County Chart the year it was released. Taking the stage before Ballard was Nashville based singer-songwriter, Jason Mizelle. An up and coming performer, Mizelle’s first single, “Motown” is available on Spotify. The concert was just one of several events held that week in celebration of the 2016 homecoming, “Home Is Where The Govs Are.”
Sierra Doggett, Shelby Cowan & Melah Brown
Monica Reed & Nick Fox
Kirsten Meaker, Hayley Dozier & Katey Hargrove
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs at Austin Peay State University
Lainey Persinger & Katie Keene
Grayson Hutchens & Shelly Bailey
Justin Shepherd, Clinton Shepherd & Derek Ruth
Michela Colter & Greg Singleton
Ella Weiss, Landry Webster & Heather McNese
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Marquita Jackson, Johnny Richie & Diamond Maddox
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LOCALE THE FOOD INITIATIVE - GROWING MORE THAN FOOD
Last month, Grace Community Church held their “All For the City” event to help organizations in the community. The Food Initiative was honored to have been chosen as on of the projects. Grace Community Church, with the support from their members were able to provide funds and volunteers to help The Food Initiative construct a hoop house (a typo of greenhouse) and paint a camper that had been donated to TFI. TFI still lacks getting a plastic cover over the hoop house, but once complete they will be able to grow produce, mostly carrots and greens, over the winter months and better protect plants like tomatoes during the summer. The camper will eventually become a farm-site office and used as a “landmark” when visitors come to the farm. Along with visitors checking-in, CSA members can pickup their boxes and maybe if electricity is run, TFI will be able to have Internet and a printer on-site to make things easier during the summer. Want to learn how you can help The Food Initiative? Visit their website www. thefoodinitiative.org or check them out on Facebook www.Facebook.com/thefoodinitiative.
CAMPBELL CROSSING STRAY IMPOUND DRIVE
Campbell Crossing, the housing community located on Fort Campbell, recently hosted a drive to gather items for the Fort Campbell Stray Impound. They promoted the drive through their Facebook page and monthly newsletter, quickly seeing residents were eager to participate, bringing much needed items to their community offices. “At Campbell Crossing we pride ourselves on seeking ways to get involved in the local community, as well as finding ways to get our
residents involved,” said John Bredehoeft, project director for Campbell Crossing. “We are a pet friendly community, so we thought what better way to give back then by supporting the local Fort Campbell Stray Impound.”
and offer programs during the fall and winter, such as elk tours, eagle watching tours and entertainment. (Greenbo Lake is currently closed for repairs.)
Campbell Crossing staff and residents donated several items to the impound including dog food, cat food, litter, toys, and paper towels; all items the impound frequently needs.
This offer may not be used in conjunction with other special discounts or packages. The discount is based on availability, for leisure travel only, and may exclude special events and holidays. Proof of military service is required at check-in.
Currently the Fort Campbell Stray Impound has twelve dogs, and twenty cats up for adoption. They were grateful to Campbell Crossing for putting on the drive, and to our residents who took time to donate.
If you’re making your reservation online, use “USA” for the promo code for reservations between Nov. 1 and March 31. During the April through October period, select “military discount” when making an online reservation.
To find out how you can help the local Fort Campbell Stray Impound, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ FtCampbellStrayImpound/.
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KENTUCKY STATE PARKS OFFERING “USA MILITARY DISCOUNTS”
The Kentucky State Parks will offer lodging discounts to current and former members of our nation’s armed services with the “USA Military Discount” program from Nov. 1, 2016, to March 31, 2017. The program is available to those on active military duty, retired members of the military, veterans, members of the National Guard and reservists. “The park system is proud to offer this discount to show appreciation to the women and men who serve or who have served in uniform for our country,” Parks Commissioner Donnie Holland said. With the USA Military Discount, lodge rooms are available starting at $49.95 a night; one-bedroom cottages for $74.95 a night; two-bedroom cottages for $89.95 a night and three-bedroom cottages for $99.95 a night. Tax is not included in these rates. These rates are good at resort parks and the cottages at John James Audubon State Park. The rate is $5 more per night at these parks: Barren River, Cumberland Falls, Kentucky Dam Village, Lake Barkley, Lake Cumberland and Natural Bridge. The Kentucky State Parks have 16 resorts that offer golf, fishing, hiking on scenic trails, beautiful scenery and full-service restaurants. Many resorts are near or include historic sites and museums
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BLF MARKETING INTRODUCES NEW ASSISTANT ACCOUNT MANAGER Megan Simpson has joined BLF Marketing as an assistant account manager. Simpson brings more than seven years media experience to the firm, with expertise in news and feature writing, editing, graphic design, photography and social media. Simpson is originally from Madisonville, Ky., and graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s in Print Journalism from Murray State University. Simpson previously worked for the Kentucky New Era as a staff writer for the Fort Campbell Courier, the Army post’s command information newspaper. Simpson has worked for other publications in Western Kentucky and received numerous honors from the Kentucky Press Association for writing, design and photography. In addition to her professional affiliations, Simpson volunteers with Junior Auxiliary of Clarksville and serves as the organization’s public relations chair. Simpson resides in Clarksville with her husband, Dustin. Founded in 1978, BLF Marketing serves a diverse regional client base. The firm specializes in strategic planning and integrated marketing services for clients in the following categories: financial services, real estate, community economic development, business-to-business, museums and tourism, and professional services. For more information, visit www.blfmarketing.com.
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CLARKSVILLE VIPs in Downtown Cadiz, KY
Gage Luton, Grayson Chrisman & Brooklyn Robison
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adiz, Ky., held their 40th annual Trigg County Country Ham Festival this month in downtown Cadiz. The massive festival is home to over 200 vendor booths, carnival rides, a petting zoo and great food. Entertainment is set all along Main Street with arts and crafts, antiques, a car show, quilt show, 4-H exhibits, the country ham contest and fireworks. The festival was voted top three “Best Annual Festival” in Kentucky two years in a row. Trigg County has long been noted for its delicacy, the country ham. A festival to preserve the craft of curing hams seemed only appropriate to the residents of Trigg County. Since 1978, curing county ham is celebrated with a parade, contests, games and rides as well as a horse and mule pull, kiss the pig contests, musical entertainment and a petting zoo. The first festival was held in downtown Cadiz in 1977 with approximately 30 booths and 22 entries in the Ham Show and Judging Contest. Just five years later, the festival had grown to over 70 attractions and they introduced the first parade. Former NFL Player and Trigg County native, Coy Bacon, was the first parade grand marshal. By 1985, the festival introduced the Worlds Largest County Ham and Biscuit. The 4,000-pound biscuit was documented by the Guiness Book of World Records, marking its place in history. A crowd of over 15,000 people was on hand to view the biscuit and parade with Grand Marshall, University of Kentucky Basketball coach, Joe B. Hall. The festival quickly grew in popularity, becoming what it is today, celebrating 40 years of curing ham.
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