CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Injured runaway dog found using drone, GPS tracking collar: After her German shepherd jumped out of the car, the woman found herself helped by a whole team of new neighbors, including one kind couple using their drone paired with the dog’s GPS tracking collar. READ MORE
Clarksville will leave fireworks rules alone, mostly: After more than $250,000 in damage, major injury to a child, an arson investigation, and double the number of 911 calls, residents last year clamored for change, up to and including a total ban. READ MORE
Soldiers scramble across highway to help victims of wreck: A group of U.S. Army recruiters put their combat-tested skills to good use after a seven-vehicle crash in front of their office on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. READ MORE
Over 150,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine distributed in Montgomery County: With over 82,000 residents having at least one dose, we’re closing in on having 50% of the county population vaccinated. READ MORE
Report: Montgomery County ranked fifth in Tennessee for growth, 75th nationwide: According to Stacker’s analysis, Montgomery County grew in population by 36,577 people from 2010-2109, a 22.4% increase. READ MORE
Montgomery County Fair brings carnival rides, duck races, monster trucks back to Clarksville Speedway: The Montgomery County Fair has returned, and there are attractions for the whole family to enjoy. READ MORE
Clarksville Academy names Scott Murray as new football coach: Murray has over 25 years of coaching experience at the high school level and led Smith County to two playoff appearances. READ MORE
Dr. Frank Willard, dentist to generations of Clarksvillians, celebrates 104th birthday: Doc is a World War II veteran. After his career in the military, he was a dentist on Madison Street for 34 years. READ MORE
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