Montgomery County, Tennessee

08/28/2026

📣 Investing in Public Safety Communication

Local public Information Officers recently joined public safety communications professionals from across the country at the National Information Officers Association (NIOA) Conference.

Representatives from Montgomery County, Tennessee, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee, and Clarksville Fire Rescue attended this year’s conference, gaining valuable training and insight into strategic communication, media relations, crisis management, community engagement, and the rapidly evolving communications landscape.

NIOA is the nation’s only organization dedicated exclusively to supporting emergency services and public safety information officers. Through education, training, networking, and professional development, NIOA helps PIOs strengthen the way they communicate with the communities they serve.

We’re proud of our local PIOs for their continued commitment to professional growth and to providing timely, effective communication when our community needs it most.

08/28/2026

🌟 Montgomery County TN Parks and Recreation Lineup!

💪 Pop-Up Workout at Downtown Commons
August 22 at 7 a.m - Prime Fitness

🎬 Movie Night at Downtown Commons
August 29 at 7:30 p.m. - Wicked for Good

08/28/2026

~ Dr. Robert T. Burt ~
Dr. Burt was one of Montgomery County’s most accomplished citizens. Originally from Koscuisko, Mississippi, Burt graduated from Meharry Medical School in 1904. He practiced as a physician in McMinnville before moving to Clarksville and opening an office on Third Street. After opening his office, Burt opened The Home and Infirmary which served as a hospital for African American patients and was the first hospital in the Clarksville area. Burt performed surgeries for members of the community of all races, and he specialized in abdominal surgeries. In 1916, Burt and his wife, Emma, began training nurses in the hospital. Burt also became the first African American to serve as a member of the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce. Eventually, Burt retired and the hospital closed in 1942 after he battled various health problems. He passed away in 1955. The community honored Dr. Burt by named Burt High School after him, which served as the school for African Americans during segregation. In 1993, the community placed a historical marker to permanently remember Dr. Burt’s contributions to the community and his Hospital.

(Photograph from the Burt High School Yearbooks Collection)

08/27/2026

👏 Congratulations, Jennifer Hood!

Montgomery County is proud to announce Risk Management Director Jennifer Hood as the July 2026 Extra Mile Award winner, honoring her with an official award plaque, county gear, and prizes from community sponsors. The Extra Mile Employee Recognition Program celebrates employees who go above and beyond and make a difference through service, teamwork, innovation, and integrity.

Her employees consistently describe her as:
A leader who encourages growth rather than criticism.
A mentor who builds confidence by trusting her team.
A supervisor who maintains high standards while treating every employee with dignity and respect.
A professional whose integrity, compassion, and encouragement inspire loyalty, collaboration, and excellence.

Thank you, Jennifer, for your leadership and service to Montgomery County!

08/26/2026

📚🌿 School is back in session, and students are heading back to the Montgomery County TN Parks and Recreation Wade Bourne Nature Center for hands-on learning and outdoor exploration!

🦋 Field trips give students the chance to discover our local environment, learn about the plants and wildlife that call it home, and enjoy fun, educational activities that bring learning to life.

Best of all, field trips are FREE thanks to the generous support of the Wade Bourne Nature Center Foundation. ❤️

Teachers, ready to get your class outside and learning? Click here for details and registration!
https://ow.ly/ZUJ850ZxaAN

08/26/2026

Cheers to an incredible career of service! 👏

Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee celebrated the retirement of Sheriff John Fuson and his 28 years of service this week. After beginning his career as a reserve deputy in 1998, he quickly transitioned to full-time in 1999 and has been an integral part of the department since. He was appointed Sheriff in 2012 after the passing of Sheriff Norman Lewis, then elected and served as Montgomery County Sheriff for 14 years. During his tenure, Sheriff Fuson also served on the Montgomery County Commission for District 7, expanded street and SRO presence, and advocated for the Montgomery County Public Safety Training Complex, leaving a remarkable legacy of professionalism, leadership, and integrity.

Thank you, Sheriff Fuson, for your decades of dedicated service to the Montgomery County community and for your commitment to keeping our community safe.

We are grateful to everyone who helped make his retirement celebration so special!

08/25/2026

🎙️New Chattin' with the Chief Episode Alert!

🚑 This month's EMS podcast features Tanner Wilson.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on the challenges and triumphs in emergency services.

🎧 Listen now:

Chattin' with the Chief · Episode

08/24/2026

🎓 We’re incredibly grateful to Judge Ken Goble and his wife, Andrea Goble, for investing in the future of Montgomery County’s youth through the Juvenile Court 20/10 Mentorship Program!

Through these scholarships, the program is helping young people see what’s possible and build a vision for their future through higher education.

Judge Goble reminds us, “It’s not the mistake that defines you; it’s how you respond to that mistake. We have seen what these young people can accomplish when someone believes in them. Now we have a chance to help them take the next step toward their future self. Together, we can be the change!”

Thank you for believing in our youth and helping turn opportunity into a brighter future. ✨

To learn more about the program, contact Juvenile Court Director Ed Moss at [email protected].

08/24/2026

🎩 "Welcome back, Govs!
Today marks the start of a new adventure filled with learning and growth.📚