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Chris Smith

Chris Smith is editor-in-chief of Clarksville Now. He has been a trusted professional journalist for over 30 years, with the last 27 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

Clarksville mayor candidates, from the left, Mark Riggins, Wanda Smith and Brian Zacharias. (Contributed)
Elections
2 hours ago
Where do they stand? Mayor of Clarksville candidates on streets, taxes, flooding

The candidates for Clarksville mayor are Mark Riggins, Wanda Smith and Brian Zacharias. Here are their responses on five key topics.

Clockwise from the top left, Kenwood Middle School bus crash, Konen double murder trial, LST 325, Toys 'R' Us.
News
23 hours ago
News in Clarksville: Bus driver charges, double-murder trial, Toys ‘R’ Us and other top stories this week

The top local news in Clarksville this week, including charges in the fatal school bus wreck, a double-murder trial, and the return of Toys “R” Us.

The TDOT dump truck that was hit in the Kenwood Middle School bus crash on March 27, 2026. (Tennessee Highway Patrol photo, contributed)
The Clarksville Rundown
2 days ago
The Clarksville Rundown: What’s next in Kenwood school bus crash investigation? | PODCAST

The driver in the fatal Kenwood Middle School bus crash will only face minor traffic charges. Here’s what that tells us about what happened, and what comes next.

Patrons enjoy Oktoberfest at Star Spangled Brewing Co. in 2021. (Contributed)
Entertainment
3 days ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Oktoberfest, Jerk Festival, Just Plane Fun Day

We have a beautiful weekend ahead for outdoor events, and the timing couldn’t be better, with three festivals planned: Oktoberfest, Jerk Festival and Just Plane Fun.

News
3 days ago
Weekend weather: Cooler, dry weather with highs around 80

Clarksville forecast: Cooler and mostly dry weather is expected through the weekend, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on Fort Campbell Boulevard on Sept. 23, 2026. (Enrique Hernandez, Dash 10 Media)
News
3 days ago
Woman walking on Fort Campbell Boulevard near Walmart hit by vehicle

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle Wednesday night on Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville.

The Kenwood Middle School bus crash on March 27, 2026. (Tennessee Highway Patrol photo, contributed)
Crime
4 days ago
UPDATE: Driver in fatal Kenwood Middle School bus crash indicted on traffic charges

The driver of the Kenwood Middle School bus that crashed head-on into a truck, killing two students and injuring 24 others, has been indicted on traffic charges.

State House candidates Rep. Ronnie Glynn, left, and Chris Lanier. (Contributed)
Elections
4 days ago
Where do they stand? Tennessee House District 67 candidates on improving schools, roads, health care

The candidates for Tennessee House District 67 are Ronnie Glynn, a Democrat, and Chris Lanier, a Republican. Here are their responses on five key topics.

Business
4 days ago
Toys ‘R’ Us to return to Clarksville with new store inside Governor’s Square Mall

Toys ‘R’ Us is returning to Clarksville with a store inside Governor’s Square Mall, opening just in time for Christmas 2026.

Plans for the Clarksville Performing Arts Center in September 2026 by Lyle-Cook-Martin Architects. (Contributed, ACT Authority)
Opinion
4 days ago
Seeds we sow: The time is now to build new Performing Arts Center | COMMENTARY

Cameron O’Hanlon, executive director, Arts, Culture and Tourism Authority, on plans for the Performing Arts Center.

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