CLARKSVILLE, IN (July 28, 2023) – Big changes are coming to one of Clarksville’s busiest roadways. The Town of Clarksville will be working on a major refresh of Progress Way, which runs from Greentree North to US Highway 31. Located behind major retailers Walmart and Sam’s Club, Progress Way is often used as an alternative...
Author: Ken Conklin (Ken Conklin)
John Gilkey: Reflecting Back on 12 Years of Service to Clarksville
John Gilkey has lived in Clarksville with his wife Virginia for 53 years. He says they moved into the Fairlawn subdivision after they were married and have never left. It wasn’t until January 2012 that he took office as the Town Council representative for Clarksville’s 2nd District. After more than a decade of service to...
CANDIDATE PROFILE: Laura DeMent
How long have you been a resident of Clarksville?: 16 YearsOccupation: Executive Administrative Officer (Banking Industry), Yoga TeacherEducation: Castle High School (1999); Ivy Tech – Business; University of Evansville – Banking; Institute for Integrative Nutrition (2013)Previously held elected office: None Why did you decide to run for this office? “I am running for Clarksville Town...
Town of Clarksville Selects New Economic Development Director
CLARKSVILLE, IN (July 26, 2023) – Clarksville administrators have selected a new Economic Development Director to continue building on the success and momentum currently underway in the growing southern Indiana community. Clarksville Town Manager Kevin Baity announced that Tammi Gibson will be joining the Town staff beginning August 7th. “Clarksville is exploding with new development,...
Fire Chief Brandon Skaggs to Receive First Responder Award
CLARKSVILLE, IN (July 24, 2023) – Ask just about anyone in the Town of Clarksville and they will tell you that the community is fortunate to have Chief Brandon Skaggs leading the way for the Clarksville Fire Department. Since taking over the department, Skaggs has worked diligently to improve the department in every way from...
CANDIDATE PROFILE: Russell Brooksbank
How long have you been a resident of Clarksville?: 27 YearsOccupation: Driver – Barton Marlow BuildersEducation: Withrow High School International Baccalaureate Program (1989)Previously held elected office: Chief Steward with Teamsters Local 89 for 12 years, Chairman of the Libertarian Party of Clark County twice and Vice Chairman twice.Endorsements: Pro Life Libertarian Caucus, Teamsters Local 89,...