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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE HEALTH & BEAUTY ISSUE events

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from the cover

Business After Hours...................................................................................................................................10 Appleton Harley-Davidson Summer Block & Rock Party...............................................................12 Clarksville Academy Graduation.......................................................................................................18 MCSO Gray Smoke Fundraiser......................................................................................................23 Quirion Realty Senior Graduation Celebration........................................................................24 CPD CHief Cockarell Swearing in Ceremony.........................................................................31 Dinner with the Trucks................................................................................................................36 Sips & Strolls.................................................................................................................................39 Lincoln Reagan Dinner...............................................................................................................42 Tennessee Valley Brewing Company 3rd Anniversary.......................................................47 Clarksville Rotarians at Work...................................................................................................52 Tropical Smoothie Summer.......................................................................................................57 The Front Porch Community Block Party...............................................................................61 Red River Republican Women Wine Tasting & Election Party............................................67 Clarksville Chrisitan School Centurion Golf Scramble............................................................71 New Montgomery County Veterans Service Office..................................................................73

features American Mobility Project.....................................................................................................................16 The Brookdale Difference..................................................................................................................20 Baggett Heating & Cooling Veteran’s Day Giveaway ...............................................................26 Lehman Advanced Dermatology is Now Part of Pinnacle Dermatology ............................28 People You Should Know: Dannelle Whiteside......................................................................34 The Color Room...........................................................................................................................44 Montgomery County Veterans Coalition: The Difference a Donor Makes.....................49 Hometown Happenings.............................................................................................................50 Clarksville Behavioral Health: Find Your Way.......................................................................54 Feet: The Foundation to Total Body Wellness.......................................................................59 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville......................................................................................64

credits PUBLISHER ASHLEY MYNATT MANAGING EDITOR BETHANY SIGLER CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & PHTOTGRAPHERS TONY CENTONZE LORNETH PETERS DISTRIBUTION CHRISTIE MCKINNEY

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Robert Lewe, MD UROLOGY

Jonathan Abbott, MD OB/GYN

James McNamara, DO, PhD FAMILY MEDICINE

New physicians join Jennie Stuart Medical Group. Jennie Stuart Health is proud to announce the addition of three experienced physicians to our team. Dr. Jonathan Abbott, a board-certified OB/GYN physician, provides comprehensive care for women of all ages, including wellness visits, diagnostic screenings, maternity care and surgery. As an active-duty Army physician, Dr. Abbott held various leadership positions at Army community hospitals in California and Kentucky. He is accepting new patients. Dr. Robert Lewe is a board-certified urologist with more than 20 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in treating a wide range of urological conditions, including kidney stones, kidney cancer, prostate cancer and urinary disorders. For many procedures, he offers robotic-assisted, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Lewe is accepting new patients.

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Robert Lewe, MD Urology 219 W. 17th St. | Hopkinsville, KY | 270-886-5141 JennieStuartHealth.org/Urology

James McNamara, DO, PhD Family Medicine 223 Burley Ave. | Hopkinsville, KY | 270-887-6565 JennieStuartHealth.org/FamilyHealth

Dr. James McNamara specializes in diagnosing and treating common illnesses and minor injuries, as well as helping patients manage chronic conditions. As a family physician, he is your primary source for immunizations, physical exams and advice on improving your overall health and wellness. Dr. McNamara is accepting new patients. To schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment, please contact the physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office.

Medical Group EXPERIENCE MAKES the DIFFERENCE.

Drs. Abbott, Lewe and McNamara are members of the medical staff.

Mark Holleman & Beth Beckel

Tom Denney & Doug Englen

Norman Quirion & Frank Tate

Rachel Piech & Mark Holleman

COLDWELL BANKER CONROY, MARABLE & HOLLEMAN

Business After Hours Story & Photography by Tony Centonze Coldwell Banker Conroy, Marable & Holleman recently hosted Clarksville Chamber’s Business After Hours. Sheena Dixon & Eric Boyd

“Because of Covid-19, this is the first one to take place in a while,” Mark Holleman said. “We’re excited to have everyone out, and we’ve spread everything out to create proper social distancing. I think everyone is having a good time.”

Darrin & Julie Marker

The Choppin’ Block catered the event at CM&H’s new Wilma Rudolph Blvd. office. “This location allows us to triple the space of our former 2150 Wilma Rudolph office. Here, we can accommodate about 80 agents,” Holleman said. “Clarksville’s real estate market has been strong throughout the lockdown, and we’ve been very busy. So, we’ve had to figure out new ways to do things to make sure that we are keeping everyone safe while selling properties.

Shelly Barlow & Elaini Matzafos

Valerie Coffee & Pat Powers

“I’m just glad everyone could come out today, and I hope they are having fun. And, as always, if anyone has any real estate needs, we hope they’ll contact us at Coldwell Banker Conroy, Marable & Holleman.”

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Brad Martin & Andrea Jacobson

Ginna Holleman & Eric Norman

Erin & Eric Yow

Valerie McCown, Ken Spiceland, Beth Collins & Darrell Watson

Alan & Teri Grayson

Angela Smith & Kelli Ballard

Alexis Goines, Tyler Mayes & Amanda Wilson

Carter, Abbey & Matt Willis, Marion Jewell

Conner Noe & Tina Englen

Ashley Mynatt & Bethany Sigler

Chandler Cobb, Jon Hunter & Catherine Bertoldi

Laura Downey & Norman Quirion

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Carlie Moseley, Tia Suiter & Markie Elliott

Appleton Summer Block & Rock Party Story & Photography by Tony Centonze Appleton Harley-Davidson recently hosted an Open House Summer Block & Rock Party which featured live music, food trucks and a variety of vendors. Troy Russ, Tia Suiter & Randall Newsom

“We are doing Clarksville’s first block party of the summer,” Tia Suiter said. “And, I want to mention that like many of our events, this isn’t just for our customers, it’s open to the entire community. We have 17 vendors set up in our parking lot today, and we’ve also taken great care to maintain all the Covid-19 regulations, because we want to create a safe environment for our staff, friends and customers. We have lots of tents set up outside, so a little rain can’t stop us, and we’ve already seen lots of people out here today.” Neil Brock & the Cover Up performed, as well as Kid Rock tribute band Kid Kentucky & the American Badass Band.

Kevin Dugan, Sharon Taylor & Billie Pursley

Larry Lyle & Joe Dozier

Mary Rose & Shelby Gibson

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“A lot of folks came from out of town to see Kid Kentucky, Suiter said. “We have three food vendors, offering a real diversity of options, so there is something for everyone. As always, this is a good place for fellowship. We love it when people come together and have a good time. We do social distancing in style.”

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THE AMERICAN MOBILITY PROJECT Story by Bethany Sigler & Photography Courtesy of the American Mobility Project

eing a true hero never has an expiration date, benevolence and service are a lifestyle. The American Mobility Project is the absolute essence of a passion project, and founder & president Gary Linfoot is the truest definition of hero.

Gary tells VIP, “When someone suffers a disability, it can be devastating to the family not only physically, but also financially. This is a transformative opportunity, and it allows people to get out & start living life. Advanced adaptive equipment gives them back their freedom and gives them back their dignity.”

Gary Linfoot is a retired Army Chief Warrant Officer Five, with over 23 years of military service, to include The American Mobility project is an all-volunteer 13 years of service as an attack helicopter pilot with organization, and the founders would like to keep it the 160th Special Operation Aviation Regiment. Gary that way. Every single penny that comes in to AMP is survived a catastrophic helicopter accident in his 21st exclusively dedicated to service. Gary says, “Money that combat deployment. After extensive surgeries, exhaustive comes in goes out. It’s very tangible.” therapies, and utilizing the most advanced recovery technology in the When asked about the response to modern world, he was provided a statetheir movement, the Linfoots tell “When someone suffers a disability, it of-the-art wheelchair. VIP that the need they saw while can be devastating to the family not touring schools was the tip of a only physically, but also financially. After retiring, he and cofounder, vice massive iceberg. AMP is receiving This is a transformative opportunity, president & wife, Mari Linfoot, made incredible amounts of feedback, has and it allows people to get out & the decision to travel to schools across gotten national attention, and there is start living life. Advanced adaptive the country to educate youth about an overwhelming need for advanced equipment gives them back their citizenship, the price of freedom, and adaptive equipment. freedom and gives them back their importance of STEM. dignity.” -Gary Linfoot VIP had the opportunity to ask about While traveling, the Linfoots met the immediate needs and challenges an entire population of uniquely underserved children. AMP faces. There is a significant amount of need, and Advanced adaptive equipment carries a hefty price tag, and currently AMP is in search of donors and corporate disabilities indiscriminately affect people throughout the sponsors. AMP is starting by providing equipment economic spectrum. Meeting children and families who to recipients locally, and in the future is expanding as were in need of functional adaptive equipment who didn’t donations allow. AMP also has the capacity to do localized have the means of obtaining it lit a fire in Gary’s heart. fundraising efforts in outside communities. As an example of their fundraising capabilities, at their inaugural Thus, the American Mobility Project was born. Seeds of fundraiser in February of 2020, the American Mobility genuine, authentic altruistic love lead Gary & Mari Linfoot, Project raised upwards of $120,000. and Bob Hyde to create the American Mobility Project in 2019. Each piece of advanced adaptive equipment ranges To see recipients of American Mobility Project advanced from approximately $5,000-$40,000. In the first year of adaptive equipment, to learn more about the founders, or creation and action, the American Mobility Project has to learn how to get involved, follow them on Facebook, been able to provide equipment for seven people, with and visit their website: more in the works. www.americanmobilityproject.org

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Bob Hyde, Gary & Mari Linfoot

Gary & Mari Linfoot

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The American Mobility project is an all-volunteer organization, and the founders would like to keep it that way. Every single penny that comes in to AMP is exclusively dedicated to service.

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Gary Linfoot

“Money that comes in goes out. It’s very tangible.” -Gary Linfoot

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Clr ksvile Acadey Graduation Ceemony

Story & Photography by Tony Centonze After making an entrance to Pomp and Circumstance, Clarksville Academy students were welcomed by CA Head of School, Jennifer Hinote. Mr. Tim Sawyer then delivered the invocation. Caroline Giles was CA’s Class of 2020 Salutatorian. She was followed by 2020 Valedictorian, Akanee Angel’s. Both delivered inspirational speeches. Student Council President, Ellyn Darke had the honor of introducing this year’s Guest Speaker, Dr. Candice McQueen, CEO, National Institute for Excellence in Teaching, who delivered CA’s Class of 2020 Commencement Address.

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THE BROOKDALE DIFFERENCE The safety of our vulnerable and high-risk populations has been a chief concern as we navigate the landscape of COVID-19. Senior living providers have had an exceptionally unique challenge, and Brookdale Clarksville- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care is leading by example. Brookdale Clarksville- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care has gone above and beyond to make sure residents feel loved and thought of. VIP recently got the chance to talk to Brookdale ClarksvilleAlzheimer’s & Dementia Care’s team.

AND ESPECIALLY DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC? Clarksville is such a great place to age because the senior care network seeks to help families find the RIGHT solution for their loved one. We share the common goal of “people first” and maintaining strong professional relationships allows us to offer clients clinically appropriate resources. Social distancing and responsible COVID standards may have changed our networking habits but it most certainly did not affect our relationships.

HOW LONG HAS BROOKDALE CLARKSVILLE- ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CARE BEEN IN THE CLARKSVILLE COMMUNITY? Brookdale Clarksville- Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care has been serving memory loss individuals and families for four years. Prior to that, our building was a Sterling House assisted living community.

Our partners have dressed up in costumes to play fun music and dance from our lawns, put on parking lot Dolly Parton shows, and have even created beautiful glass paintings for our Brookdale Family! They have dropped off ice cream party supplies, served box lunches to our staff while socially distanced from the patio, delivered baskets of snacks for our team and the list goes on and on. The creative ideas that have kept Clarksville seniors and healthcare workers feeling loved during this tough time has been remarkable!

YOU ARE THE AREA’S ONLY SENIOR LIVING FACILITY THAT IS EXCLUSIVELY MEMORY CARE. HOW DOES THAT SET YOU APART? Yes we are! Our Brookdale Team is experienced to serve HOW HAS YOUR TEAM all forms of Dementia. Our ADJUSTED TO BEST CARE residents are in different FOR RESIDENTS DURING stages of the disease process COVID-19? as well. We are able to serve Brookdale is the largest beginning, middle and end senior living provider in the stage memory loss including country. Early responses early on-set Alzheimer’s. We to CDC recommendations have residents as young as 60 combined with 40 years of Brookdale Clarksville Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Team and as old as 100! We are able serving seniors have helped to serve the unique needs of our Brookdale Family stay Veteran’s and are proud that COVID free. We have been so many Clarksville Veteran’s call Brookdale their home. very conservative about re-opening our home to the public and we Our entire community is secured and this helps tremendously for wear that badge proudly. Brookdale had a virtual connection plan in our busy residents who need space to move. Our activities team is place long before the pandemic that helped our residents stay in touch actually known as our Clare Bridge Programs department. This is with their world. High standards for keeping our residents engaged super special because every daily activity planned is designed as a was already in place as well and for most of our residents things did memory care program. Last but not least, Brookdale Clare Bridge not look much different than it always had. They are still healthy, communities have considered the financial burden that comes with loved and feeling purpose every day. Their caregivers just look a little finding memory care support. We offer Predictable Pricing plans that strange in the new masks and shields! help families prepare for what is often years of professional support for their loved one. WITH NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DAWN SAWYER LEADING THE TEAM, WHERE DO YOU SEE BROOKDALE’S FUTURE WHAT MAKES YOUR TEAM SPECIAL? HEADED? Our management team has a combined geriatric care experience Our Brookdale mission is to “enrich the lives of those we serve with of over 100 years! A blanket approach to care for those struggling compassion, respect, excellence and integrity”. Dawn has over 20 with memory loss is not effective. 100 hundred years is a wealth of years clinical experience and her leadership style is very relational, knowledge that allows for solutions minded ideas and understands honest and kind. Her ability to promote a positive culture is driven by that each resident has their own distinctive set of needs. building a foundation of trust through compassionate communication. Dawn’s focus on providing excellent care and her courage to make HOW HAS INTENTIONAL NETWORKING WITH OTHERS IN tough decisions with integrity will create a respectful partnership THE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY HELPED BOTH IN GENERAL with our Brookdale families and team. 20 • VIP CLARKSVILLE MAGAZINE | HEALTH & BEAUTY 2020

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G ray S m o k e FUNDRAISER

Story & Photography by Tony Centonze

Montgomery County Sheriff ’s Office recently hosted a BBQ Fundraiser for Duane Gray of Gray Smoke BBQ, who was recently injured in a kitchen mishap. “On Mother’s Day, Duane was making homemade Cannoli and the stovetop blew up,” Cynthia Gray said. Duane had his hand over a pot of oil, and it just washed over him. It took the skin right off his hand and arm.”

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Cynthia says the recovery is going well. Duane has regained most of his mobility, but has lost a lot of strength. “Duane still can’t do all the work he was doing before, so business is down right now. It has been humbling, all the support we’ve gotten. We started Gray Smoke to give to the community, we never thought we would be on the other end. First Responders have a place in our hearts, we help them anyway we can. There are no words to express our gratitude to this entire community.” Sheriff John Fuson said, “We wanted to help Duane and his family get back on their feet. It’s hard for small business owners. He and his family care about this community. Gray Smoke is always there for us They fed hundreds of us during the Kirby Wallace manhunt. That spoke volumes about them, and now it’s our turn to give back. We sold 900 tickets, and we greatly appreciate everyone who contributed to this effort.”

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Andrea Jacobson, Tara Quirion & Hannah Price

Norman Quirion & Mark Day

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Senior Graduation Celebration Story & Photography by Tony Centonze Norman and Tara Quirion, owners of Quirion Realty, recently hosted a small gathering for 2020 graduates who were part of the ‘Q family’. Shelly Barlow & Joe Alston

“We’ve have about 48 people with us tonight,” Norman Quirion said. “These are folks who are associated with our business, so anybody who works at Q, or has a family member who is graduating, was invited. Tara and I thought it was important for all these seniors who worked so hard for so long, to have a graduation and be recognized. We wanted to give them and their families an opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments.”

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Graduates were welcomed to the event by Norman, he then introduced them to the audience, one by one. Norman delivered some inspirational opening remarks, and then Tara took the microphone, invited all the graduates to the center of the room, and delivered some powerful and emotional words of her own. “This is really a night of celebration, and it’s all about these 2020 graduates,” Norman said. Kaylee Rowe & Beverly Day

Jennifer Alston & Dorothy Stokes

Kyle & Amanda Bartlett

Elijah Morgan & Kiavonnie Hill

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Calvin Gatlin & Lovely Lancaster

Mary Jenkins & Hannah Price

Kizzy Webster & Lovely Lancaster

Kizzy, Jacarii & Jalaya Webster

Jennifer Alston, Dorothy Stokes, Tara Quirion & Rae Lynn Smith

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BAGGETT HEATING AND COOLING INTRODUCES:

VETERANS DAY GIVEAWAY

This Veterans Day is going to be especially significant for one deserving veteran who will receive a new heating and air conditioning system for their home!

veterans. I wanted to do something special in recognition of their service on Veterans Day. What began as a luncheon for only our team grew into the Veterans Day Giveaway.”

For over 30 years, Baggett Heating and Cooling has provided high-quality, residential heating and air conditioning maintenance, service, and replacement systems. Owner, Alana Ward, said, “Fort Campbell and local military families bring life and growth to the Clarksville-Montgomery County community, of which Baggett Heating and Cooling has been the beneficiary of. We want to take Veterans Day 2020 as an opportunity to say thank you, and we are excited to give back to the community who has supported us.”

A committee of Baggett staff and community members will select five finalists.

Alana goes on to say, “I looked around one day and realized that most of my staff are military

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These finalists will be invited to join the Baggett staff at their luncheon on Veterans Day, where the winner will be announced. To nominate a deserving veteran and review contest rules, visit callbaggett.com/veteran. The deadline to enter is Friday, October 2, 2020, and candidates must be active military or a veteran, a homeowner, and live in Montgomery County, TN.

COMMUNITY AMBASSADOR CHALLENGE GET TO KNOW CLARKSVILLE & YOUR LOCAL QSTERS! DID YOU KNOW? 1

Quirion Realty is the only exclusively boutique brokerage in Montgomery County. Taking only the top community ambassadors, the Q Crew is limited to a talented group of 150 agents. Founded by self-made Clarksville natives Tara & Norman Quirion, Quirion Realty has a different vision for the future of real estate. The heart and soul of Quirion Realty is community. Quirion’s founders are deeply and meaningfully involved in the community. They dedicate countless hours to service and sit on the boards of some of the area’s most involved nonprofits. Tornado Tara & Stormin’ Norman impart the importance of community to their agents. Realtors are often the first people to welcome new members of the community to the area, and each Q agent is equipped with the knowledge to show off the best and brightest points Clarksville has to offer.

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ACROSS 3. The Price is [always] Right on this rockstar realtor’s team! 8. More than just agents, Quirion Realty’s agents are… 9. On ______ circle, the Quirion Realty office takes boutique brokerage to the next level. 11. With a book coming out in the near future, Quirion Realty founder Tara can add _______ to her list of amazing accomplishments. 12. She was the sweetheart of vintage fave Gilligan’s Island, and now she (wo)mans the office! 13. It’s the motto to the movement. 14. This realtor is living her best lifepersonalized!

DOWN 1. Nicknamed ‘The Q Cat’, he’s definitely king of the castle. 2. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, except for… 4. Tara Quirion’s fabulous nickname. 5. The Q’sters are mobile, what’s the name of their famous ride? 6. What standout shade is the signature color of Quirion Realty? 7. Tara can famously be heard saying, “The storm is coming.” To whom is she referring? 10. She’s Quirion Realty’s Rappin’ Realtor.

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LEHMAN ADVANCED DERMATOLOGY IS NOW PART OF PINNACLE DERMATOLOGY Clarksville’s premier dermatology practice recently joined a national network, and is changing the landscape of medical care availability in Clarksville. Since opening in 2017, Lehman Advanced Dermatology has gained a deserved reputation of offering exceptional care. In fact, Dr. Kimberly Lehman is Clarksville’s only dermatologist who lives and practices in Clarksville.

will be expanding with a new building and additional providers.

The providers who made Lehman Advanced Dermatology Reader’s Choice Award winners five out of the last 6 years are continuing to offer care, and aren’t going anywhere. Providers you know and love will be remaining at the practice, and care and elective procedures will continue to be as phenomenal as patients are Merging with and now named Pinnacle accustomed to. The only differences in care will Dermatology, the former be Pinnacle Dermatology’s “We are truly pleased to Partner with Lehman Advanced expanded capacities. Pinnacle Dermatology, whose model will Dermatology is bringing Dr. Kimberly Lehman give this Clarksville/Montgomery County new services like MOHS remains the esteemed the type of dermatologic care they need and micrographic surgery to medical director, and deserve. The addition of Mohs surgery Clarksville. The MOHS both PA Barbara Haffner right here in our Clarksville office, as well technique is a lifesaving and Registered Nurse as our overall expansion is exactly the vision micrographic cancer injector Kay Nehrbass I had when I started this practice in 2017. surgical treatment, and will continue their integral Pinnacle has provided those resources and previously the closest roles that patients and the implementation necessary to achieve treatment center was clients are accustomed that growth.” -Dr. Kimberly Lehman. in Nashville. Pinnacle to. Newly added MOHS Dermatology is a surgeon Dr. Jay Smith has national network of specialty dermatology joined the Pinnacle Dermatology Clarksville clinics, and will elevate care to an unprecedented staff and has begun seeing patients. level in Clarksville. Pinnacle Dermatology is excited for their new Eric Lehman tells VIP, “A city of this size needs chapter and is looking forward to expansion on this level of care. We’ve known that for a long the horizon. time, and we have been searching for a partner to grow with.” Pinnacle Dermatology is located at 781 Weatherly Dr, Suite C | Clarksville, TN 37043, Lehman Advanced Dermatology has found that and can be reached at 931-444-5040. partner in Pinnacle, and in the coming months

Dr. Lehman is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology who practices general medical and surgical dermatology. She has authored articles in national peer-reviewed medical journals and is an Army veteran and a U.S. Military Academy at West Point graduate (1996).

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Cynthua Pitts, Lori Cockarell, CPD Chief David Cockarell & Mayor Joe Pitts

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CPD Chief David Cockarell Swearing in Ceremony Story & Photography by Tony Centonze CPD Assistant Chief David Crockarell was recently sworn in as Clarksville Police Deparment’s new Chief of Police, at a ceremony inside the Wilma Rudolph Event Center. Crockarell honored outgoing CPD Chief Al Ansley, and spoke about CPD and its future. Captain Liane Wilson & Valerie Guzman

“I’ve been here just shy of 15 years, I don’t think I ever saw this as achievable,” Crockarell said. “It’s not something I thought about when I was younger, I just wanted to be a police officer. But, things started working out.”

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“I’m honored that Chief Ansley and the staff supported me. Consistency is important in any organization. When things are working, why would you want to change something that’s not broken?

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“Chief Ansley spoke today about our accreditation. The demand being made nationwide for police reform includes eight specific policies. With accreditation, we already have all eight in place. We knew this would be a seamless transition. People ask if I’m nervous. I say, despite what’s happening across the country, I am not, because I’ve been involved in Chief Ansley’s decisions. I can take ownership of those decisions. We’ve been building toward this for nine years. Accreditation was his goal, and it took a few years to get there. But, we’re ready now. And, I can assure you we’ll continue to review our policies to make them stronger.”

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On July 6th, Austin Peay State University’s Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Dannelle Whiteside as the interim president. She is the first Black leader in the university’s 200-year history. Her appointment highlights the ongoing effort to ensure that the university reflects the rich diversity of the school body. Less than 24 hours after the announcement, VIP Clarksville Magazine had the opportunity to interview Whiteside who will be taking the helm on August 10, as the university and the higher education landscape experience changes due to the coronavirus pandemic. She joins the small number of minority university presidents in the country. According to data from the American Council on Education, less than a fifth of the country’s college and university leadership positions are held by minorities, of them, only 8% are Black, Afro-Caribbean or African American. WHO IS DANNELLE WHITESIDE? Dannelle is a native Nashvillian, and the daughter of two accomplished parents who instilled in her the importance of education. Her late father was a professor, dean and then became the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR). Her mother served as a school nutritionist with Metro Nashville Public Schools for over two decades before retiring. Dannelle is the proud mother of an active toddler, Donovan and wife of four years to Sean Whiteside. She is a third-generation college graduate who has made promoting equal access to education her life’s work. WHAT MADE WORKING FOR APSU APPEALING? I grew up on a college campus. Some days after school, I’d be in my dad’s office while he advised a student. I love the vibrancy, learning, and family atmosphere I feel every time I walk on the campus of Austin Peay. When I accepted the position as General Counsel, I knew I would have the opportunity for to truly put my stamp on shaping the strategic direction of the university toward an accessible and inclusive campus. WHAT MAKES BEING A LAWYER SIMILAR TO BEING A COLLEGE PRESIDENT?

My title was General Counsel-- emphasis on the “counsel.” College Presidents—similar to lawyers-- rely on the counseling piece and know the importance of considering all sides before making a final decision. Additionally, we have to know the balance between finding a creative solution and when it’s time to accept that the answer is what it is. WHAT ARE SOME CHARACTERISTIC THAT MAKES YOU A GOOD LEADER? I am calm under pressure, stable at heart, and thoughtful with a steady voice. FAVORITE QUOTE: Henry David Thoreau, “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you’ve imagined.” Dannelle Walker Whiteside currently serves as Vice President for Legal Affairs, General Counsel and Secretary to the University’s Board of Trustees. Before coming to Austin Peay, She has worked extensively in the areas of education law and policy. Before accepting a position at APSU, she served as General Attorney for the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, in Philadelphia, PA. In that position, she reviewed, evaluated, and resolved complex and sensitive cases ranging from sexual violence to disability discrimination.

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Mrs. Whiteside, is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., named one of the Nation’s Best Advocates: 40 Lawyers Under 40 by the National Bar Association and IMPACT; and won the Nashville Emerging Leader Award in Education given by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and YP Nashville. She was named Tennessee Innovation and Leadership Fellow in 2019 and recently named to the 2020 Millennium Leadership Initiative (MLI) class. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dr. Lorneth Peters has worked at Austin Peay State University for over thirteen years. During her time at the University, she has served in several roles. Her most recent position is with the Tennessee Small Business Development Center. As the director of the center, she connects entrepreneurs and business owners with information and opportunities to help start and grow their businesses. Under Lorneth’s leadership, the Center has experienced notable success. Over 400 clients were assisted which led to 7 million in capital infusion with new business starts, jobs created and jobs retained . Lorneth is currently a freelance writer and marketing strategist for several non-profit organizations. She has been married to her husband for 12 years and has two children, ages 9 and 4.

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Dinner with the Trucks Story & Photography by Tony Centonze Shirley Brown and Desiree Johnson, founders of Clarksville & Surrounding Areas Food Scene, a very popular Facebook page, recently hosted Dinner With the Trucks in front of Rural King.

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“On the food trucks, we help find locations where businesses want them to come out,” Brown said. On our page, we let people know where the best restaurants are, and who has the best items. We also do reviews, and focus on new food items being offered. We do a little bit of everything on our Facebook page.”

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This was CSA Food Scene’s second food truck event of the season, a muchwelcomed change of pace for everyone. “The response has been great,” Brown said. “Everyone is tired of being locked down in their homes. We had four trucks at our first event, and the turnout was amazing. We have five or six trucks tonight, and we rotate them out from event to event to make sure we are offering a variety for our customers. We want to keep them excited about coming.”

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A food truck event is also great for social distancing. Find upcoming events on Facebook by entering Clarksville Food Scene, or search Clarksville Food Truck Group.

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“Tonight is Sips & Strolls. It’s also our 8th anniversary celebration,” Dana Knott said. “Sadly, we weren’t able to celebrate on the actual date, April 14. We have a wide-open 60,000 sf. so we can easily social-distance, and we know people just want to get out and do something.”

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Knott said, people have been great about supporting Miss Lucille’s and other small businesses. “Sips & Strolls gives customers a chance to grab a glass of wine, or a cocktail, walk and shop with their friends, and just enjoy a nice spring evening here at Miss Lucille’s,” Knott said. “Tonight is about celebrating our birthday, as well as all our vendors who have been so great. They’ve worked so hard on their booths. It’s great to be back in business, and seeing people. We’re so thankful for our community and all the people that shop local. The support we have felt has been incredible.”

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LINCOLN REAGAN DINNER Story & Photography by Tony Centonze The Montgomery County Republican Party recently held its annual Lincoln Reagan Dinner at Clarksville’s Wilma Rudolph Event Center. “This is our biggest fund-raising event of the year,” Brenda Lewis Graham said. “We do this annually, but Covid-19 caused rescheduling and some format changes. We still sold more than 300 tickets, and had more than 200 people in attendance.” Debbie & Ramon Aquino

Due to date-changes, this year’s main speaker was not able to attend. Instead, Congressman Mark Green and Senator Marsha Blackburn sent video messages. Lee Greenwood also sent a video message in which he performed a song.

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“Everything was done differently this year,” Graham said. “The candidates didn’t take turns at the podium, but set up individual booths. Voters could go by and talk to anyone they were interested in finding out more about. Dinner also had to be handled differently. We served the same menu, a full dinner with dessert, but most folks chose to carry out their dinner.” Graham said there were a lot of positive comments, most said they enjoyed the evening and were happy to have a chance to visit with the candidates.

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Among the candidates in attendance were Manny Sethi, Senator Bill Powers, Doug Englen, Judge Katy Olita, Byron Bush, George Flinn, Curtis Johnson, and John Dawson.

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Story & Photography by Tony Centonze The Tennessee Valley Brewing Company recently celebrated its 3rd anniversary with music, food, and of course, a selection of great beers brewed by Eric Brannstrom. “I actually have a total of five new beers, two of which were launched yesterday,” Brannstrom said. “We have the PB & J, an amber style beer that uses blackberry jam, and the Very Berry Summer, a repeat of one we did last year, that’s infused with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. I’m excited about that one, it’s a little tart but not as in sour. The berries are really nice, light and refreshing.” Eric Brannstrom

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SPECIAL THANK YOU TO MCVC DONORS: - Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville - Appleton Harley-Davidson - AseraCare Hospice of Clarksville - Blue Star Families - Clarksville Read Estate - Daughters of the American Revolution Captain William Edmiston Chapter - F&M Bank - Fieldstone Place FiveStar Senior Living - First Horizon Bank - James Corlew Chevrolet - Joe Shakeenab - Kedalo Construction - Montgomery County - PMI Property Management - Rochelle White, Realtor - Special Forces Association Chapter 38 - Stephen Schlegel Photography - Team RWB - Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network - The JR Group - The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone - United States Marine Corps - VIP Clarksville Magazine - W. Danielle Stack Farmers Insurance - Waterdogs Scuba & Safety - Women Veterans of America - Wounded Warrior Project - Wyatt Johnson MCVC BOARD MEMBERS INCLUDE: - Sherry Pickering – Executive Director - Mary Ross – President - Joe Shakeenab – Vice President - Catherine Fearn – Secretary - Elizabeth Carmichael – Treasurer - Misty Leitsch – Board Member - Henry Moore – Board Member - Ashley Mynatt – Board Member To donate or learn more about the MCVC, follow the Montgomery County Veterans Coalition on Facebook, and visit their website: vetcoalition.org

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Joe Shakeenab Donates to Preserve Mt. Olive Cemetery’s Legacy Statewide

Mt. Olive Cemetery is home to over twenty graves of U.S. Colored Troops as well as over a thousand people from the Clarksville African American community. “The struggle for those buried at Mt. Olive was real, and we must not forget that, or allow time to fade the importance of their struggle,” Arthur Nicholson, President of Mt. Olive, reminds us. “To that end we are committed to the legacy of their struggle and to speak for each of them through our efforts to make their story heard by preserving Mt. Olive Cemetery and their remains.” Mt. Olive’s mission is to preserve the Cemetery as well as to promote and ensure the preservation of African American history and culture in Clarksville. The community stepped up to pay for the cost of printing the brochures which are located for free around town. While a few thousand copies have been available across Clarksville in the past year, the effort to distribute statewide called for more funds. Local leader and retired veteran Joe Shakeenab donated the funds for the first 10,000 copies to go into Welcome Centers statewide. “I’m honored to contribute to the endeavors of Mount Olive Preservation Society in a significant way,” Shakeenab said. “Collectively, we must continue to support the preservation of history through advocacy, education, and by providing updated products.” Joe has a solid record of selfless service, especially in the Clarksville community. He is a Silver Life member of the NAACP and in 2014, he received the NAACP Award for Lifetime of Leadership and Community Service. He is a 33rd Degree Mason where he has worked in support of Lodge and Consistory with charitable programs such as Backpack for Kids, annual Thanksgiving baskets for the needy, and assisting the elderly for over 30 years in Clarksville and Oak Grove. In the spirit of the Volunteer State, Joe was honored as a TN Volunteer of the Year for Community Service in 2018, as the Montgomery County selectee. In 2019, he was presented a Resolution for Community Service by the TN House of Representatives. Wholeheartedly, he works to make our community better.

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The Govs are starting strong, and going into the 2020 season with interim coach Marquase Lovings. Rosters are looking promissing with depth in the existing team as well as talented new recruits coming on board. Austin Peay receiver DeAngelo Wilson and defensive back Kordell Jackson were named the OVC offensive and defensive preseason players of the year, respectively, just two of a league-high seven Governors players to be named to the preseason team. Receiver Baniko Harley, offensive lineman Blake Mitchell, defensive tackles Josephus Smith and John Wesley Whiteside as well as linebacker Jack McDonald also were named to the team.Jackson was named a consensus FCS All-American last year. He was first in the OVC and second in the nation with seven interceptions while helping the Govs win a program-best 11 games and advance to the program’s first FCS playoffs.Wilson was named a secondteam All-American last year after catching 89 passes for a nation-best 1,564 yards – second-most in OVC history for a season. His 15 touchdowns were fifth-most in league history. We are looking forward to another amazing year for the Govs! 50 • VIP CLARKSVILLE MAGAZINE | HEALTH & BEAUTY 2020

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otary Club members recently gathered at First Baptist Church in Clarksville for the annual Rotary District 6760 Awards Celebration.

The evening began with heavy hors d’oeuvres and fellowship. Rotarians enjoyed a year-in-review slide show during dinner. To begin the program, District Conference Co-Chair Pat Donahue welcomed everyone and delivered the opening remarks. Eddie Allred delivered the invocation, and Clarksville Rotary President Kimberly Wiggins led the pledge. Linda Rudolph led the group in the Four-Way test. Bill Phillips and James Johnson presented club awards, followed by District Governor, Robert Huffman’s remarks, and presentation of this year’s district awards.

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Finally, April Lieberman was inducted as the 2020-21 District Governor, after which, she delivered the evening’s closing remarks.

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imberly Wiggins was recently inducted as President of Clarksville Rotary Club, marking the first time in the organization’s 100+ year history in Clarksville that an African American woman has held the office. The Sunrise, Sunset and Clarksville Rotary clubs all work together to raise money for projects that are beneficial to the community. In the last three years alone, the clubs have raised and donated approximately $1,000,000 to various projects.

Robert Huffman & Kimberly Wiggins

“I’ve been in Rotary for about four years now, I was brought in by Betty Burchett, who has been my mentor,” Wiggins said. “This is a huge honor and a big responsibility. I’ve been given an opportunity to sit at the table and help make decisions for the organization, and I want to bring others into this group who may not have thought they could join for one reason or another.” One of Wiggins’ goals will be to focus on making the local clubs more diverse. “It’s not just age, it’s ethnicity and categories of business, but I think age is the biggest one,” Wiggins said. “I love that I’m one of the younger people in the club. We’re always looking for fresh minds and fresh ideas. Age doesn’t matter. There is opportunity for everyone to serve our community.” 52 • VIP CLARKSVILLE MAGAZINE | HEALTH & BEAUTY 2020

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larksville Rotary recently made a sizeable donation to Loaves & Fishes, money which will help as the group continues work on its new location.

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Rotary District Governor, Robert Huffman made the presentation. “We made a donation today from Clarksville Sunrise Rotary Club of $10,000. I spoke about Rotary’s mission, together we seek to unite people, to take action, and to create lasting change across the globe, in their community, and in themselves.” Huffman said, Rotary and Loaves & Fishes make great partners. “They create lasting change, in the people they serve, and in the act of serving others. “They have been serving this community a long time. Rotary has been in Clarksville for 103 years. This is a great partnership.” Huffman said, Rotary is one of the world’s premiere civic organizations. It is known for doing philanthropic work around the globe.

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larksville Rotary Club recently hosted its annual kickoff event at Rotary Park, with members of the organization gathering at Rotary Park to talk about upcoming community initiatives. LaDonna Dowdy is President of Clarksville’s Sunrise Rotary. “This is our Rotary kickoff event for the year,” Dowdy said. “Our presidents take office each year on July 1, so Kimberly Wiggins, President of Rotary Clarksville and I are on the job now. Today has been a busy but sweet day. We honored the Holleman and McGregor families with a sign which we just unveiled. Frank McGregor and James Holleman were the Rotarians who found this land, and turned this into Rotary Park. “We brought all three clubs out for today’s unveiling This also marks the first year that all three Clarksville clubs will be fundraising together. We will be having a Christmas tree auction in November. There will be a week of viewing, and then the auction on November 21. We are also working together to create a float in this year’s Christmas parade.”

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“Our missions, really, is to engender hope by using evidence-based techniques.” -Dr. James M. Dodson VIP recently had the chance to talk with Dr. James M. Dodson, CEO of Clarksville Behavioral Health. Dr. Dodson has been practicing for 25 years and has been in the Clarksville community for since 2010. He approaches leadership with patience and vision, and tells VIP, “Our mission, really, is to engender hope by using evidencebased techniques.” He has earned degrees from Baylor University and FIT, a Vanderbilt University internship, as well as a fellowship in sleep medicine. Integrity, optimism, and usefulness are core values that drive him. Christian values are the foundation of his work, and he strives to approach clinical work with personal sensitivity while using evidenced-based approaches. Dr. Dodson’s work has concentrated in a variety of areas including: bariatrics, geriatrics, sleep medicine, pharmaceutical research, cognitive and personality testing, health psychology, and general psychotherapy.

providers of course prefer to have in person interactions. Fortunately, CBH was well ahead of the curve with telehealth preparedness. Having offered telehealth services long before the pandemic, the transition to COVID compliance was pretty seamless. Dr. Dodson tells VIP that telehealth allows providers to meet patients where they are, both literally and proverbially. Their website is easy to use, and their telehealth service, doxy.me, is a secure, HIPAA compliant platform. Patients log in to a confidential virtual waiting room, and then connect with their provider for their appointment. Dr. Dodson has noticed that the availability of an easy to navigate telehealth platform has helped reduce public health anxiety for CBH patients.

CBH has two offices, one in Clarksville and a second in Brentwood, and has played an instrumental roll in helping people cope with the anxieties of COVID-19.

CBH has many strong suits including: diagnostic testing for ADHD, autism, and memory challenges. CBH also performs the majority of evaluations for gastric surgeries and spinal chord stimulation evaluations for pain management. Additionally, CBH helps with medication management through their on-staff prescriber.

As a measure of caution, Dr. Dodson and his team have focused on telehealth forms of care. All of CBH’s providers utilize telehealth communications to some degree, with two of those providers entirely practicing via telehealth. Dr. Dodson tells VIP that research shows telehealth to be just as effective as traditional methods of practice. Dr. Dodson also tells VIP that under conventional circumstances

Not only does CBH care for individuals, CBH also protects our communities through providing public safety evaluations for over 30 counties, cities, and departments in Middle Tennessee. Their services extend to institutions like Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville Police Department, Clarksville Fire Department, and the Montgomery County Sheriffs Office.

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When asked about future plans, Dr. Dodson says Montgomery County is an underserved community, and CBH is always looking to add providers. Since opening, CBH has consistently been functioning at a nearly maximum care capacity. Unfortunately, the process of adding a new provider can be unnecesarily lengthy. When a provider transfers practices, insurance companies require the provider must be recredentialed with the new practice even though the provider may be already credentialed with the insurance company, which is an expensive process that can take anywhere from three to six months. In fact, the proccess is so burdensome that CBH must use a credentialling company to navigate the long list of checks and balances Dr. Dodson and his team are more than happy to go through the process, because at the end of the day Dr. Dodson says, “We want Montgomery County taken care of.”

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With a little help from the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce, Tropical Smoothie recently celebrated their 1st anniversary. Chamber members and ambassadors gathered outside the popular cafe for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Paul and Armi Rhodes’ successful first year of business in Clarksville.

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“We feel blessed to have completed one year of business, especially during these historic times,” Paul Rhodes said. “We are thankful to the city of Clarksville for their support and to our crew members for their efforts to provide unparalleled hospitality.” Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers flatbreads, wraps, quesadillas and sandwiches, also breakfast, and an extensive selection of smoothies in a variety of flavors from super veggie or balanced fusions creations to fruit blends and tropical treats. Donetta Hedges

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caused my nail beds to be dark. That was wrong. Erin got the pink back into my nails. If you are reading this and have questions about her business let me just tell you, she is a miracle worker. I referred my sister, mother and father and they all love what she has done for them. The zero gravity chair, mink blanket and the neck warm are an added bonus.”

Erin earned her clinical podiatry medical assistant certificate and a Bachelor of Science in Podology, but chose not to work in the medical field. Erin chose to bring a middle ground to podiatry and nail care. She is trained in oncology nail care and focuses on bridging the gap between the podiatrist and the nail salon.

Erin tells VIP, “I am mentoring each tech added to provide the same high standards of care that this community is crying out for.” At the end of the day, educating clients, providing compassionate, and personal care is how Hygeian measures their success.

She tells VIP, “I love helping people overcome their fears and embarrassments of their hands and feet. A lot of times, people don’t know what services are available to help them. I guide them through the process of what needs to be done medically and then how I can help cosmetically.” Part of helping people overcome fears and reservations about others seeing their feet is treating clients in a private, clean, comfortable environment. Technicians have private, sanitized rooms to see patients and clients. Hygeian Hand and Foot Refinery also has zero gravity chairs to maximize relaxation. While she cannot treat or cure medical issues, Erin provides services while clients are under podiatry care and focuses on addressing discomfort and pain due to issues like excessively curved nails, dry and cracked heels, and loss of toenails. One of Erins Clients, Natasha, said, “I wish I had a picture of my feet before Erin got a hold of them. I had just gotten back from vacation and lost my entire big toenail, you read correctly my entire big toe nail, and the other on was on it’s way. Additionally, all my nails were brown because I had been told my skin pigmentation

Services such as toenail reconstruction, callus and cuticle refinement, uncurling of the nail plate, gentle post-surgical care and cosmetic maintenance are offered in a safe, gentle environment using medical-grade, sterilized single-use tools. Erin also offers a soakless option. Hygeian Hand and Foot Refinery has been open since January of 2019, and has received a warm reception. Erin and her team have changed the lives of their clients. All services at Hygeian Hand and Foot Refinery are performed with the highest quality nontoxic products. Erin and her team also offer spa manicure and pedicure services. Hygeian Hand and Foot Refinery is at 226B Dover Road, Clarksville. They are open every other Monday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, and every other Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more, or book an appointment, call (931) 302-1064 or book online at: www.vagaro.com/hhafr or www.hygeianhandandfootrefinery.com

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“We have food trucks out here today, and we’ve been joined by some great folks from Relay for Life of Montgomery County, and the Clarksville Police Alumni Association,” Glenna Shelton said. “Max’s Hope Pet Rescue brought some cute pets that are looking to get adopted. We have a kid zone with bounce houses, and there are also volunteers getting into the dunk booth. This is a morale booster for our community. We wanted to throw a party and let families get out of the house and have something fun to do. Parents can drop their kids off at the fun zone and step inside to do a little shopping.”

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Rib Umm & Soul, and Fire Pit BBQ were on hand to serve up some great food. Rewind 94.3 brought the music. “We had a block party in March, right before Covid-19 took over,” Front Porch owner, Timothy Shelton said. “That event was a grand reopening for the shop, and it went over very well with the community. The shop has been open for about two years now, but I just took it over in November.

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“All kids need is a little help, a little hope, and someone who believes in them.” - Magic Johnson Big Brothers Big Sisters Clarksville is a three person power house with two separate programs, led by Executive Director Chris Buerck. Sarah Hedstrom leads the School Based Program, and currently works with three schools: Burt Elementary School, Minglewood Elementary School, Northeast Elementary School. This year BBBS is enrolling children in grades 2-5. Enrollments for the Community Based Program are continual, and Kisha Hamilton carefully screens volunteers to create perfect, lasting Matches between an adult mentor and a young person. Matches continue for at least one year, and can be continued for as long as the Big & Little would like. Overall, the average match length is 25.1 months. In the School Based Program, matches spend an hour together once a week during the school day. In the Community Based Program, typically time is spent together on the evenings and weekends and can be for as little as 2 hours per week, and beyond. The Community Based Program has different variables to account for, but it is all dependent on the interests of the Big & Little. HOW ARE LITTLES SELECTED? Children are recommended to the School Based Program through guidance counselors and teachers. In the Community Based Program, a parent or guardian usually reaches out to BBBS. 99% of children in the BBBS program experience food insecurity and 80% live in households with an annual income under $20,000.

BBBS expands a child’s horizons to see the different possibilities the future has to offer, and it does so in a supported, monitored, engaging and validating environment. At the time this article was penned, the program has 65 current matches and 17 children on the waitlist. As students start the school year, Chris & Sarah are anticipating an additional 20-30 students to be added to the School Based waitlist. HOW ARE MATCHES MADE? Interests are unique to a person, and BBBS Littles are no exception. When a volunteer signs up to be a Big, their interests, career, hobbies, and disposition are taken into careful consideration. Through a thorough but efficient interview process, BBBS is able to match Bigs to Littles that they will meaningfully connect with. Buerck says the ideal volunteer is anyone who has an hour per week and someone who is consistent. Unfortunately, the program constantly experiences a lack of male volunteers, and as a result, has a longer waiting list of male Littles waiting to be matched. In Buerck’s experience, men are often hesitant to volunteer because they’re afraid they’ll fail with the time commitment because they don’t realize how little time it actually takes. BBBS matches are painstakingly made and carefully considered. Bigs and Littles have similar interests and compatible personalities. If you’re an accountant, BBBS has Littles who might love math. The same goes for chefs, sports fans, book worms, podcasters and everyone in between.

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IT’S A MATCH! For the School Based Program each little has 3-5 available times of availability that their Big can choose from; dates and times vary for each little. The Big can choose the time each week that best works for them. When the Big arrives to the school, they will check in as a volunteer, and then meet their Little in an approved meeting area. Bigs are given an activity box with games and possible conversation starters. The Little & Big meet for 45 minutes, then the Big will walk the child back to class. The Big is a safe place for their Little, and the BBBS program wants to make sure that the Big has a safe place to seek mentorship and advice as well. BBBS checks in with mentors on a monthly basis to provide coaching and training, and is available for additional check ins if the Big needs. AN HOUR FOR A BIG & A LIFETIME FOR A LITTLE The difference a Big makes in a Little’s life is profound. Buerck tells VIP, “Part of the program’s success is the true friendship formed between the Big and the Little. BBBS is focused on one-to-one attention. It’s a volunteer program, and when the Little receives one-toone attention from someone who is volunteering their time because they want to be there, the little feels seen and worthy. Often when asked what they like most about their Big, Littles will simply say, “My big listens to me.” To sign up to volunteer, or to learn more, visit their website: www.bbbsclarksville.org

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