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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 25 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

News
8 minutes ago
MISSING PERSON ALERT: Police looking for 18-year-old Clarksville woman

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding an 18-year-old who was last seen at her residence on Helton Drive on March 18.

Entertainment
5 hours ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Spring Break Bash, Silo Launch Party, Irish Day in Erin

There are plenty of ways to enjoy the sunshine around Clarksville, including the Spring Break Bash, the Silo Launch Party and Erin’s Irish Day Parade and Carnival.

News
6 hours ago
Weekend weather: Warm days, cool nights ahead for beautiful spring weekend

Clarksville forecast: We have a beautiful spring weekend ahead, with warm and sunny weather and highs climbing into the mid-80s by Sunday.

Dave Russell, left, and Monica Reed with the Beaver Mornings show on Beaver 100.3. (Chris Smith)
Lifestyle
1 day ago
Dave Russell joins Beaver 100.3 as programming director, co-host of ‘Beaver Mornings’ show

5 Star Media Group is excited to announce the appointment of Dave Russell as Program Director of Beaver 100.3, a flagship radio station in the Clarksville/Hopkinsville market.

Montgomery Central High School (Clarksville Now archives)
News
3 days ago
Montgomery Central teacher investigated for showing nude photos of himself to 17-year-old

The teacher, the husband of the CMCSS schools director, admits it happened but says it was an accident.

News
5 days ago
News in Clarksville: Military death benefit, firefighter suit, rezoning on Old Russellville and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a proposed doubling of the military “death gratuity,” a proposed rezoning on Old Russellville, and a lawsuit by Clarksville firefighters.

Letter sent by Kenndy Law Firm to Evolve Construction's Nashville location, which was returned to sender. (Contributed by Ryan Thompson)
The Clarksville Rundown
6 days ago
The Clarksville Rundown: How Google review uncovered string of repair company complaints | PODCAST

Checking into a repair contractor dispute led Clarksville Now to several similar complaints nationwide, along with concerns raised in two states about the company’s CEO. Who knew?

News
1 week ago
Rep. Van Epps sponsors bill to double military death survivor benefit to $200,000

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the “death gratuity” or bridge payment for the families of fallen servicemembers from $100,000 to $200,000.

Suspects in a drone theft at Fort Campbell in November 2025. (Contributed)
Crime
1 week ago
Fort Campbell drone theft suspects identified thanks to public tips

The 101st Airborne Division has released more details about the theft of four drones from Fort Campbell, with both suspects identified.

News
1 week ago
MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Police seek help finding 17-year-old runaway

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a runaway juvenile.

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