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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.

News
2 years ago
News in Clarksville: Buc-ee’s update, APSU protest, Bel-Aire skatepark and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a Buc-ee’s update, APSU protests, and a new Bel-Aire skatepark.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Governors Square Mall cleared after shots fired outside, police say event was isolated incident

Shots were fired outside the mall, but no injuries have been reported, according to CPD spokesman Scott Beaubien.

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News
2 years ago
Motorcyclist killed after hitting utility pole on Tobacco Road

A motorcyclist died after crashing on Tobacco Road in Clarksville overnight Saturday.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Nashville man wanted in south Clarksville shooting, considered armed and dangerous

A man was shot at a house in the Greenwood area of south Clarksville overnight Friday.

News
2 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why Buc-ee’s is back but not in Clarksville, APSU professor under fire | PODCAST

Buc-ee’s is back with its brisket and dreamcatchers! Just not in Clarksville. Also, Austin Peay State University is under fire over accusations that a new hire is connected to a hate group website. And Ryan talks about his brief life as an Ocean Pacific skate punk.

News
2 years ago
APSU to revamp hiring practices over accusation of professor’s involvement with hate site

The recent hiring at Austin Peay State University of a professor accused of being affiliated with website that promotes Nazism, racism and hate group activity has prompted the university to rethink its hiring practices.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Traffic back to normal on 41A Bypass after injury crash

An injury wreck has the US 41A Bypass westbound shut down in Clarksville.

Elections
2 years ago
Where Tennessee House District 68 candidates stand on highways, abortion and school vouchers | VIDEO

To help voters with their decisions, Clarksville Now is holding forums for each contested race. The candidates for Tennessee House District 68 are Aron Maberry, a Republican, and Garfield Scott, a Democrat.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Missing 80-year-old woman found deceased of natural causes

An 80-year-old woman has been reported missing in Montgomery County.

News
2 years ago
Work week weather: Starting Monday, sunny skies with no rain in forecast

Clarksville forecast: The week ahead will be beautiful but dry, with clear and sunny skies.