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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: Tiny homes planned, flooding solution, 101st deployment and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a plan for tiny homes, a flooding solution, and a 101st Airborne Division deployment.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Interstate 24 traffic back to normal after crash in Clarksville

Interstate 24 westbound has been blocked by a crash at mile marker 3 in Clarksville.

Crime
2 years ago
Man who was found shot in head dies from injuries, Clarksville suspect arrested in Nashville

The man who was found shot in the head early Tuesday morning in northwest Clarksville has died of his injuries, and a suspect has been arrested in Nashville.

News
2 years ago
Kimberly Lund named to new chancellor seat for Montgomery, Robertson counties

Gov. Bill Lee this week announced three judicial appointments, including Kimberly Lund in Clarksville to a newly created chancellor position for Montgomery and Robertson counties.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Storms possible in Clarksville through weekend

A strong thunderstorm is moving across Montgomery County with wind gusts up to 40 mph.

News
2 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Attacked by homeless man, plus tiny homes, flooding solution | PODCAST

During a trip to Denver, Chris was attacked by a homeless man, and it’s changed his perspective on living on the streets. Plus, why a tiny home community would be good for Clarksville, and a county official steps in to help residents with flooded homes.

Helicopters fly over the Air Assault School on Fort Campbell as part of the Air Assault Demonstration during Week of the Eagles on May 21, 2022. (Lee Erwin)
Military
2 years ago
Fort Campbell’s 101st Combat Aviation Brigade to deploy to Middle East

The 101st Airborne Division’s 101st Combat Aviation Brigade “Wings of Destiny” will deploy to US Central Command, covering the Middle East.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Red River Spartans’ debut hockey games this weekend at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville

The new Red River Spartans, Clarksville’s hockey team, will have its debut matches on the main ice in the F&M Bank Arena this weekend.

News
2 years ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wreck on 101st Airborne Division Parkway ties up traffic

A wreck had traffic tied up on 101st Airborne Division Parkway Thursday afternoon.

Elections
2 years ago
Dave Bilan announces candidacy for Clarksville City Council, Ward 12

Dave Bilan has announced his candidacy for the Ward 12 position on Clarksville City Council in the Nov. 5 election.