Author Archive: Terry McMoore
Terry McMoore is a local activist and advocate. He recently sponsored the SRO public forum, "How to Run for Public Office."
Rachel’s Challenge returns for 3rd Annual Juvenile Justice Conference
3rd Annual Joint Conference on Juvenile Justice
On April 20, the Montgomery County Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC) Task Force will host its 3rd Annual Joint Conference on Juvenile Justice at the Austin Peay State University, Morgan University Center, Clarksville TN, on the 3rd floor from 8:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
The conference focuses on the prevention of juvenile delinquency via increasing the awareness of issues, programs and resources available to youth, parents, teachers, college students, advocates, officers of the court, and concerned citizens. The conference is free and open to the public.
The DMC Task Force is a Tennessee government program that operates under the umbrella of the Governor’s office, and includes the Tennessee Commission on Children & Youth & the Austin Peay State University Juvenile Justice Grant.
Last year’s event drew over 20 organizations, 200 youth participates and 85 adult attendees. The booths, presenters and breakout sessions provided education on such subjects as, bullying, gang awareness, and the importance of being a big brother big sister, mentorship and much, much more!
Among last year’s presenters was Rachel’s Challenge. What is Rachel’s Challenge? Rachel Scott was the first person killed at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. Since her tragic death her parents & friends have traveled the country showing powerful video/audio footage of Rachel’s life and the Columbine tragedy to motivate students and the world to make positive change in the way they treat others. The Challenge is for young people to become advocates for the humane treatment of their fellow man. It goes beyond anti-bullying to fostering respect and tolerance for all those around us. The challenge is to resist the instinct to be quiet in the face of vocal or physical abuse of someone perceived as different. Offering friendship to the overlooked can be very empowering. It can change a person’s sphere of existence. The challenge is to be that element of change.
A U.S. Department of Justice spokesperson will be the special guest speaker.
To Pre-Register for this event, contact coordinators via email at: montgomerycodmctaskforce@hotmail.com
Notice of the conference is courtesy of the Tennessee Urban Resource Center and Terry McMoore, its director. Media inquires or questions, contact Dr. Merriel Bullock-Neal at 931-551-8300 or Dr. Charmaine Lowe at 931-221-1313.
League Of Voter Empowerment announces 2012 election endorsements
The Clarksville-Montgomery County “League Of Voter Empowerment” (L.O.V.E.), a voters club comprised of local residents who meet monthly to discuss politics and the current state of governmental affairs, has announced its endorsements for the November 6, 2012 national, state and city general elections.
L.O.V.E. members are all active in the community in a variety of ways. They assemble to discuss issues that affect the community and work toward solutions that might benefit the community as a whole.
“We believe the following group of candidates hold true to our mission statement of “having the best interest of their constituents in mind” and will best represent the people of our nation; state, city and county in the true democracy manner in which this country was built on,” stated Terry McMoore, club President.
Our mission statement:
“We will endorse and vote for the candidates that we believe best support our agenda and we will work to vote out the elected officials that we know do not have the best interest of their constituents in mind.”
L.O.V.E. endorsements include the following:
President of the United States: Barack Obama (Democratic Party)
U.S. Senate: Martin Pleasant (Green Party)
U.S. Congress District 7: Jack Arnold (Independent)
TN State Senate District 22: Tim Barnes (Democratic Party)
TN State House District 67: Joe Pits (Democratic Party)
TN State House District 74: John C. Tidwell (Democratic Party)
City Council Ward 4: Tim Chandler
City Council Ward 5: Valerie M. Guzman
City Council Ward 8: Terrell Clark
City Council Ward 9: Keith Fain:
City Council Ward 12: Jon Lockwood
City Judge: Charles W. Smith
Early voting is in progress now at the Montgomery County Election Commission at Veterans Plaza on Pageant Lane. Every eligible voter is encouraged to exercise their right of franchise and vote.
G’s Pancake House creates giant 15 lb. cheeseburger as fundsraiser
G's Pancake House Owner Cindy Sueiro, Terry McMoore, events coordiantor, and Anthony Pritchett, General Manager-G's Pancake House compare the 15 lbs. giant cheeseburger vs a regular Big G's Cheeseburger.
In the year 2011 G’s Pancake House Restaurant held two charity events to help local organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville, TN rise funds to help keep their organization doors open.
Already famous for their pancakes, G’s held a pancake eating contest titled, ‘The Triple Nickel Pancake Challenge Throwdown.” Each contestant had to eat five 16 inch massive pancakes, five strips of bacon and five scrambled eggs totaling 10 lbs. The goal was to be first one to finish or the last one with the least amount left on their plate in just one hour. Over $1,625 was raised and the proceeds were donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville.
In keeping with the spirit of charity, fundraising and giving in the year 2012, G’s Pancake House Restaurant recently created a “Giant – 16 inch – 15 Pound – Cheeseburger,” complete with all the trimmings.
With the help of event coordinator Terry McMoore, G’s Pancake House Restaurant owner Cindy Sueiro and General Manager Anthony Pritchett, there are plans to hold several eating competition events this year featuring the “Giant 16 inch – 15 Pound – Cheese Burger.” The proceeds will be distributed among a selection of Clarksville’s several needy service and charitable organizations.
Currently G’s Pancake House is waiting for the proper certifications that would make this the Largest Cheeseburger in the State of Tennessee. It’s 16 inch massive pancakes are already the largest in the State of Tennessee declares Terry McMoore who oversees the creation and development of these colossal food features and events.
To view more photos of the G’s Giant – 16 inch – 15 Pound – Cheese Burger check out their YouTube video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rpYwhID64I.
Clarksville For Obama announces community voter registration drive, rally
Your Vote is Your Voice!
On May 26, Clarksville For Obama, in partnership with Credo for Congress and members of the Montgomery County Democratic Party, will hold a Community Voter Registration Drive at 420 – A Madison Street, Clarksville. The rally will be from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. Let’s get fired up and ready to go!
County-wide residents are encouraged to come out and meet Montgomery County Democratic Party federal, state & local candidates for the 2012 election season. CFA stresses that the most important event of the day is registering to vote. This single act alone will ensure every voter can actually vote in all of the upcoming elections that culminate with the presidential elections in November.
Your vote:
1. Voices your opinion on current events and on your preference for your representation in government.
2. Shows support for our democracy and our nation.
3. Ensures that the struggle of those who have fought and died for your right to vote was worthwhile.
Some of the reasons you might need to fill out a Voter Registration Application:
- Applying to register to vote for the first time.
- Had a change of address since the last time you voted.
- Had a name change since the last time you voted.
- To replace a past voter card for whatever reason.
If you are not sure whether you fall under any of these categories then you need to attend this voter registration drive and ASK questions!
YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE!! MAKE SURE IT IS HEARD!!
This event is free and open to the public. All Democratic Party organizations and members are encouraged to attend! 
Free Hotdogs, Chips & Drinks to all who attend!
Voting is the heart of our strong democratic system.
We look forward to seeing you at this event!
Contact person for this Press Release is: Mr. Terry McMoore, Chairman, Clarksville For Obama, 931-378-1999. Hosted by Clarksville for Obama in partnership with Credo for Congress & members of the Montgomery County Democratic Party.
Roberts named new director of Coffee Party of Clarksville
Andrew 'Ivan' Roberts, newdirector for the Coffee Party of Clarksville, toasts his selection with Terry McMoore, media coordinator.
In a small ceremony, a Clarksville man, Andrew ‘Ivan’ Roberts was named the new director of the Coffee Party of Clarksville group. The ceremony was held in home of the group’s media coordinator, Terry McMoore.
Roberts, a native of Trinidad & Tobago, is a United States Army retiree. He is a community & civil rights activist. He has lived in Clarksville for over 20 years. The leadership position was previously held by Tyrone Taylor.
Before the change of leadership ceremony, Mr. Roberts signed the National Coffee Party USA Civility Pledge.
“As a member or supporter of the Coffee Party, I pledge to conduct myself in a way that is civil, honest, and respectful toward people with whom I disagree. I value people from different cultures, I value people with different ideas, and I value and cherish the democratic process.”
The new Coffee Party of Clarksville, TN team leader’s first order of business was to announce the development of a forum scheduled for early June to discuss the importance of the STEM program. The STEM, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, program is a federal education initiative designed to increase focus and participation of secondary students proficiency in science and mathematics. It also seeks to enhance teachers’ proficiency in adequate subject matter knowledge.
Mr. Roberts fully supports more funding for the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System’s STEM Academy in order to develop the future leaders of tomorrow.
For more information on this event or to schedule speaking engagements with Mr. Ivan Roberts, please contact: Terry McMoore, Media Agent & Coordinator, Coffee Party of Clarksville, Tennessee at 931.378.1999. Email: terrymcmoore@hotmail.com. Coffee Party of Clarksville, Tennessee can be found at:
http://www.facebook.com/terry.mcmoore/posts/367161393332259?ref=notif¬if_t=like#!/CoffeePartyofClarksvilleTN
DMC Task Force hosting 2nd Annual Juvenile Justice Conference
The Montgomery County Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC) Task Force will host the 2nd Annual Joint Conference on Juvenile Justice on April 21. The conference will be held at the Morgan University Center, third floor, on the Austin Peay State University campus, from 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
The purpose of the conference is the prevention of juvenile delinquency via increasing the awareness of issues, programs and resources available to youth, parents, teachers, college students, advocates, officers of the court, and concerned citizens.
The DMC Task Force operates as part of the Tennessee state government under the umbrella of the Tennessee Commission on Children & Youth and is funded by the Austin Peay State University Juvenile Justice Grant.
The purpose of the DMC Task Force is to develop a comprehensive strategy for raising the awareness of disproportionate confinement of minority youth in the juvenile justice system and promote the best practices and policies to eradicate the problem of overrepresentation in secure confinement.
Last year’s event drew over 20 organizations, 200 participants and attendees. This year, conference will feature presenters and breakout sessions that offer education on such subjects as, bullying, gang awareness, and the importance of being a Big Brother or Big Sister, mentorship, as well as other topics.
Lowell Perry, Jr.
This year’s guest speaker will be Lowell Perry, Jr. Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee. Perry is an experienced business development and marketing executive with an extensive background that includes strategic alliances, start-ups, automotive, turnarounds, performance management, and special expertise in minority business development as a viable growth strategy. He was honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America as national CEO of the Year and the agency was recognized as one of the top 35 out of 423 agencies nationwide in all-around performance, serving over 1500 children in 2006.
The conference will also feature a special presentation from Rachel’s Challenge. The internationally-known group was founded in memory of Rachel Scott, who was the first person killed at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999.
Since her tragic death her parents & friends have traveled the country showing powerful video/audio footage of Rachel’s life and the Columbine tragedy to motivate students and the world to make positive change in the way they treat others.
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information on the conference contact Dr. Merriel Bullock-Neal, Chairperson, Montgomery County Disproportionate Minority Contact (DMC) Task Force. She can be reached by phone at 931-221-7368 or by email at montgomerycodmctaskforce@hotmail.com.
Organic Allurement Art Show featured at APSU’s Morgan University Center gallery
One of many images by Brittney Sparn in 'Organic Allurement'
The public is encouraged to view a special art exhibit now running at the Morgan University Center at Austin Peay State University. The exhibit, which opened March 27, is in its final days of exhibition and will have a closing reception on April 11. The show is titled, “Organic Allurement,” features nature photography and handmade ceramics by Austin Peay State University (APSU) art students, Brittney Sparn and Jay Buckler is on display in the Morgan University Center Gallery on the 3rd floor.
The show is available from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily. The Closing Reception is scheduled for April 11th, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Brittney Sparn’s nature photography gives viewers an alluring and fascinating vantage point of nature’s most beautiful sights. Brittney’s work features stunning images of flowers, weeds, leaves, birds, bugs and even bees that all reside in our own back yards here in Tennessee. Brittney Sparn focuses on capturing the organic beauty of nature that we all often overlook in a detailed and fascinating manner.
Jay Buckler’s pottery provides an organic and natural beauty combined with functionality. Buckler’s one of a kind hand crafted pieces include teapots, pitchers, and bottles. Jay Buckler’s pottery emphasizes the rich colors of our natural environment, organic lines and attractive shapes. Selections of Jay’s work also include hand braided, organic handles.
The artists will be on hand to meet viewers and showcase their work and to answer any questions.
This event is free & open to the public.
For more information, contact Brittney Sparn at brittneysparn@gmail.com
Local restaurant to host Community Free Tax Advice Day
While others may spend March 17,”donning the Green,” for St. Patrick’s Day, tax experts from H&R Block will be at both G’s Pancake House Restaurant locations in Clarksville, 2018 Fort Campbell Blvd and 803 South Riverside Drive, conducting free tax advice clinics.
The free tax advice clinics will be held from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. and will feature the H&R Block professionals utilizing their “Second Look” Review Program.
With this free review, the taxpayer has a second chance for a different result, which can mean more money for you. Also your free second look review will certify whether or not your original return is accurate. You might just be one of the thousands of people in the community who receive more money with an H&R Block Second Look Review.
Please bring with you your 2008 to 2011 Tax Returns for review and to better aide the tax experts in finding money others might have missed!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact H & R Block Tax Services Office Manager Mr. Tyrone Taylor at 931.648.0127
Clarksville For Obama to host State of the Union Watch Party
Clarksville for Obama
On January 24, 2012 Clarksville For Obama, the grass roots organization for the re-election of President Barack Obama will host a State of the Union Watch Party at the New South Coffee Company Restaurant/Café, 110 Franklin Street Clarksville, TN starting at 7:00 PM.
Come watch the State of the Union Address and meet other supporters for the 2012 re-election of President Obama. Learn how you can contribute to our efforts to re-elect President Obama. To top off the evening we will cheer on our President as he delivers the 2012 State of the Union Address.
In the past, President Obama’s State of the Union address has been a plan for the year ahead and the priorities outlined in those speeches have led to many of this administration’s accomplishments.
We’re getting together in our neighborhood to watch the 2012 State of the Union Address, celebrate our work so far, and to plan out the next couple of months in our area. We have a lot of work to do, but working together, we can build teams in our community to stand with our President and other Democrats. Now, more than ever, your voice is needed to determine our country’s future.
To RSVP and for all campaign updates and information please visit this link:
https://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/stateoftheunionwatchparty/gpp84c
MCDP to host Christmas reception
Join the Montgomery County Democratic Party at its Annual Christmas Reception on Tuesday, December 20, at the Smith-Trahern Mansion 101 McClure St. from 5-7:00 p.m. Join fellow Democrats for a night of holiday cheer, food and fun.
The Montgomery County Democratic Women will conduct “Socks and Stuff” drive; guests are encouraged to bring new or gently used socks, hats, scarves, gloves and mittens for men, women, and children to the Christmas reception.
Thank you for your support. Questions? Please Call Jessica at 542-2922.
