18 May 2012

Corps asks you to wear your life jacket while on the water this summer

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants to remind everyone to be safe as they enjoy their favorite water based activity this summer and urges everyone to wear an appropriately fitting life jacket, or personal flotation device, while on the water.

28 May 2011

Historic Corps gristmill operates during cornbread festival

MONTICELLO, Ky. (May 28, 2011) – Kentuckians arrived in droves here today at Mill Springs Mill to see the many craft booths, enjoy music performances, and to eat “hoe” cakes during the 18th Annual Cornbread Festival. They also came for bags of cornmeal on sale at the gift shop, and watched as the largest overshot waterwheel in the world turned and ground corn for the masses.

12 May 2011

Center Hill Lake highlighting National Safe Boating Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 12, 2011) – Memorial Day and boating season is fast approaching. With the warm weather, boaters are anxious about firing up the grill, setting up a tent with the family and getting out on the lake. Before launching a boat for the first time this season, take the time to check for all the required safety equipment, especially life jackets, and make sure all equipment is still in good condition.