CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Santiago trial: Mother of convicted murderer recounts his childhood witnessing abuse: Joseph Santiago, a 5th Special Forces Group support soldier at Fort Campbell, was found guilty of the murder of Meghan Santiago and injury to their unborn child. READ MORE
Vulcan rezoning approved by council, with prospects of grocery, baseball stadium, hotel, apartments: After debates over traffic, communication and housing, the Vulcan rezoning plan in Clarksville was approved – and there was even talk of a Trader Joe’s. READ MORE
Former Northwest High teacher charged with sex-related crimes involving teenager: Two times in October 2022, the English teacher used online communications to expose a teenager to sexual material, according to an indictment. READ MORE
$40.5 million in Fort Campbell improvements included in 2024 Defense bill: This year’s NDAA includes some key projects at Fort Campbell, chiefly a new training range and a new air traffic control tower. READ MORE
Body found in Cumberland River in Clarksville: A body was found in the river last week, and police are investigating what happened. READ MORE
3ICE christens main ice rink at F&M Bank Arena: The new arena had its first big ice event this week. READ MORE
Lottery player in Clarksville wins $1 million in Powerball: Were you the player who won $1 million? What would you do with the money? READ MORE
Head coach expects more from Northwest football entering 2023 season: The program is coming off a season where they narrowly missed the playoffs, and head coach Reynaldo Pena has the expectation for his team to be better. READ MORE
Clarksville’s Best nominations open: Who has Clarksville’s best burger? Which school is Clarksville’s best? It’s all up to you, and best of all, it’s free to enter, free to vote and free to win! Get your nominations in. READ MORE
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