CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including the arrival of Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, a fatal shooting on Dover Road, and a debate over county government social media pages.
More staffing, pediatric ER services: Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital is official: Vanderbilt Health announced Monday it has completed the acquisition of the 270-bed Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville to create Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, and they named the hospital’s first president. READ MORE
1 killed in shooting at Dover Road apartments, suspect identified: A man was killed in a shooting at an apartment complex on Dover Road just west of Clarksville in Montgomery County. READ MORE
Montgomery County mayor pulls proposed social media policy from agenda after objections: One day after County Government proposed a social media policy for both the community and county employees, it has been pulled from this month’s agenda to ensure the policy doesn’t infringe on First Amendment rights. READ MORE
CMCSS stays closed for 2nd full week of no classes: Creating a full two weeks of closures, Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools remained closed through the end of the week due to remaining ice from the winter storm. READ MORE
Ice storm causes horse barn, arena collapse at Locust Run Stables | PHOTOS: The barn and indoor arena at Locust Run Stables collapsed under the weight of layered ice and snow, leaving 10 horses without stalls. READ MORE
Candidates for City Council, Ward 2, make their case for appointment | PHOTOS: Seven candidates made their case to replace Deanna McLaughlin on the City Council. READ MORE
Dr. Howard Winn, historian, professor, Customs House Museum founder, dies at 85: Dr. Thomas Howard Winn, a noted Clarksville historian and professor emeritus of history at Austin Peay State University, died Sunday at 85. READ MORE
After 2 years of cancer treatment, 27 blood transfusions, 6-year-old rings the bell | VIDEO: After dozens of blood and platelet transfusions, 6-year-old Greenleigh Gafford is in remission. As blood banks continue to warn of shortages, her family says blood donations help save local lives. READ MORE
- ‘I might not have been here’: How donated blood saved mom of newborn twins
- ‘A lifeline’: Clarksville patients depend on regular blood transfusions to survive
Austin Peay finalizes 2026-27 football schedule, includes 7 home games: The Austin Peay Governors finalized their schedule and there are several noteworthy matchups. READ MORE
Fort Campbell High running back signs to Kentucky Wesleyan | PHOTOS: Fort Campbell football running back and linebacker Keshawn Dixon celebrated his signing to Kentucky Wesleyan College. READ MORE
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