CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including 930 new jobs from a new auto plant, a child fentanyl death arrest and a lawsuit after a Charlie Kirk-related firing.
Auto parts company to build $90.2 million plant, bringing 928 jobs: The company, T.RAD, will open a plant in the Corporate Business Park, offering entry-level jobs that pay $2 to $3 more than elsewhere in Montgomery County. READ MORE
Woman charged with murder in fentanyl death of 12-year-old: Just two months prior to the child’s death, the woman was found slumped in a car with fentanyl and drug paraphernalia, according to a warrant. READ MORE
Former employee sues Tennessee department after being fired for Charlie Kirk comment: Monica Meeks was fired from her position with the TDIC earlier this year following comments she made about Charlie Kirk. Now, a federal lawsuit has been filed. READ MORE
Sarah Fuson, daughter of sheriff, sentenced to 20 years for child abuse: The judge sentenced her to serve at least two decades in prison after she was convicted of abusing a child at a daycare center. READ MORE
Britton Springs Neighborhood Plan rejected by City Council: For several months, residents and developers have had discussion toward a Britton Springs Neighborhood Plan. But it was rejected by the City Council. READ MORE
Man shot several times in home on Park Lane: Police responding to the shooting in New Providence found a man with multiple gunshot wounds to the lower back. READ MORE
Michael Lankford appointed to represent state House District 75: In a tie-breaking vote, Lankford was selected by his fellow county commissioners to replace the late state Rep. Jeff Burkhart in the General Assembly. READ MORE
Erin Poland Nolder appointed to new General Sessions, Juvenile Court judge seat: After one round of voting, the County Commission appointed the Division V General Session and Juvenile Judge. READ MORE
Whataburger closing 2 of its 4 brand new locations: Two years after a surge of opening locations across Middle Tennessee, Whataburger announced this week it will close two of the Clarksville spots. READ MORE
Deanna McLaughlin to resign from City Council to work for Congressman Matt Van Epps: The Ward 2 representative plans to resign to work alongside newly elected Congressman Matt Van Epps. READ MORE
State investigates Rossview High booster club deficiencies, club currently compliant: A club has been flagged for three internal control and compliance deficiencies, following an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office. READ MORE
ZZ Top coming to Clarksville for The Big One! Tour in March: ZZ Top, who brought Southern rock to MTV and the Top 40 in the 1980s with “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Legs,” is coming to F&M Bank Arena this spring. READ MORE
Christmas lights 2025: Who has the best lights? Dozens of readers have submitted their entries for Clarksville Now’s annual lighting contest. Now it’s up to you to decide who has the best lights! READ MORE
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