CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including Matt Van Epps being elected our next congressman, a homicide on Thanksgiving and a dispute about who’s in charge of Lincoln Homes.
‘This is President Trump’s party’: Republican Matt Van Epps wins Congress District 7: Van Epps won the 14-county race over Democrat Aftyn Behn, with a margin much tighter than in previous county and district races. READ MORE
‘I have zero faith in the existing management’: Council postpones clearing path to redevelop Lincoln Homes: Due to the mayor and several council members speaking on concerns about the Housing Authority, the council deferred a road handover vote until January. READ MORE
22-year-old shot on Thanksgiving night dies his injuries: The man was found with a gunshot wound at Heritage Pointe Apartments near Exit 1. READ MORE
Who will represent state House District 75? Candidates make final pitch before vote: Six candidates hoping to fill the late state Rep. Jeff Burkhart’s District 75 seat outlined their priorities to the County Commission. READ MORE
‘Public education is so critical’: Rep. Ronnie Glynn issues warning on school vouchers at town hall: Glynn said Tennessee’s school voucher program would siphon funding from public classrooms and strain rural districts. READ MORE
Freedom Elementary School on track for 2026 opening, with roof construction underway: Construction is halfway done and the school is expected to open in August 2026. READ MORE
TVA announces $1.5 million partnership with 339 schools in Tennessee, including 6 in Clarksville: The Tennessee Valley Authority will partner with schools right here in Clarksville-Montgomery County. READ MORE
Kirkwood top recruit Kamari Blair signs with UT football | PHOTOS: Kirkwood High School offensive lineman Kamari Blair made his signing to the University of Tennessee official. READ MORE
Clarksville Academy soccer standout Calzaretta signs with Stetson: Clarksville Academy senior Lexie Calzaretta has signed her national letter of intent to play soccer for Stetson University READ MORE
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