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.

Northwest High School assistant football coach Trey Campbell leads the team in prayer during the FCHS Jamboree on Aug. 15, 2025. (Hannah Walker)
News
1 month ago
Northwest SRO put on leave during review of ‘proselytizing’ complaint while coaching football

An assistant football coach and SRO at Northwest High School has been put on paid leave during an investigation of a complaint of “proselytizing” during a football game Friday night that led to his removal from the contest.

News
1 month ago
Austin Peay State University hits record-high 11,185 enrollment, defying national trends

Austin Peay State University has achieved its highest enrollment figures to date, with 11,185 registered students according to official enrollment data.

Sports
1 month ago
Clarksville looks to ‘Keep the Kats’ with push for full season of arena football in 2026

The Nashville Kats arena football team is considering moving to Clarksville for the 2026 season, holding their games at F&M Bank Arena.

Entertainment
1 month ago
Harlem Globetrotters to bring 100 Year Tour to Clarksville in January

The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are returning to Clarksville for the team’s 100 Year Tour, playing at F&M Bank Arena.

Clockwise from the top left, tap water flavor, 101st Airborne Division deployment, No Way Jose #1 Taqueria, and major retail planning.
News
1 month ago
News in Clarksville: Major retail planning, 101st Airborne deployment, water taste complaints

The top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a rezoning for a major retailer, a 101st Airborne Division deployment and a hike in tourism spending.

An SUV crashed halfway into a townhouse on Drayton Drive on Sept. 5, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
News
1 month ago
SUV crashes into townhouse off Fort Campbell Boulevard

An SUV crashed halfway into a townhouse in north Clarksville Friday night.

Podcasts
1 month ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why our water’s been tasting funny | PODCAST

Dry weather has done a number on the taste of Clarksville’s water, but don’t worry: Those earthy flavors are safe, and things should be back to normal soon.

A tractor-trailer overturned on International Boulevard on Sept. 5, 2025. (Clarksville Fire Rescue, contributed)
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1 month ago
UPDATE: Tractor-trailer driver rescued from cab by Clarksville firefighters | PHOTOS

A tractor-trailer overturned on International Boulevard at Corporate Parkway in Clarksville, trapping the driver inside.

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