CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Clarksville Police Department, in partnership with United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region and co-sponsors, would like to invite the public to the National Night Out event on Aug. 1 from 5-8 p.m. It will take place on the Austin Peay State University campus, in the parking lot between the Dunn Center and Fortera Stadium.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

This is a free event and is open to the public. Activities include bounce houses, hamburgers, hotdogs, Mission BBQ, and many other giveaways.

Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center mobile clinic will be on-site and provide health and dental screenings and a limited number of well-child exams. The well-child exam requires an appointment; for more information, contact Lashanda Bailey (931) 920-5010 or email: lashanda.bailey@mwchc.org.