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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.

Hummingbird Festival Featuring Plants and Pollinators at Rotary Park on August 19, 2023. (Wesley Irvin)
Entertainment
2 months ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Hummingbird Festival, Downtown Market

Don’t miss the Hummingbird Festival this weekend, and it’s a great Saturday for the Downtown Market.

News
2 months ago
Weekend weather: Temperatures near 100, Heat Advisory through Sunday

Clarksville forecast: Hot and mostly clear weather is expected this weekend, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s.

Matthew Vedder booking photo in July 2026. (MCSO, contributed)
Crime
2 months ago
Student files lawsuit against CMCSS, teacher who showed her nude selfies

An 18-year-old student has filed a civil lawsuit against Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools and former teacher Matthew Vedder.

Sugarland (Joseph Llanes, contributed)
Entertainment
2 months ago
Sugarland ‘Enjoy the Ride’ tour coming to Clarksville in November

Grammy Award-winning duo Sugarland today announced The Ride or Die Tour, a 26-city U.S. tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of Enjoy the Ride.

Plans for the Performing Arts Center on Franklin Street as of Aug. 10, 2026. (Lyle Cook Martin Architects, contributed)
News
2 months ago
Performing Arts Center plan scaled down, smaller building with lower cost

The new plans still call for a 500-seat performance hall, but with some other items removed the projected cost has been reduced by $10 million.

High temperatures in hot weather.
News
2 months ago
WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory issued, with index up to 109 this week

With heat indexes up to 109 expected, a Heat Advisory has been issued for Clarksville and the surrounding area.

Female political candidate speaking at a podium with a microphone, wearing a light beige blazer over a mustard top, against a red campaign backdrop that reads 'Marshall' and 'For Governor'.
News
2 months ago
APSU professor sues Sen. Marsha Blackburn for firing over Charlie Kirk post

Lawsuit: Provost said Austin Peay State University was “under external pressure” from government leaders with influence over school funding.

The Democratic watch party at Joker's Comedy Club on Aug. 6, 2026. (Nia Holland)
Elections
2 months ago
‘They have to come to us now’: Democrats flip 4 seats, win majority in County Commission

The 21-member Montgomery County Commission has gone from being evenly split to having an 11-member Democratic majority.

Man speaking into a handheld microphone on stage with a red backdrop and campaign-style text behind him.
Elections
2 months ago
‘It’s an honor to keep serving’: Golden re-elected as Montgomery County mayor

Wes Golden easily won re-election as Montgomery County mayor Thursday night in a three-way race, carrying close to 60% of the vote.

Politician in a white suit shakes hands with a supporter in a blue blazer at a campaign event, surrounded by volunteers in a red-walled room with signs and stickers.
Elections
2 months ago
How Montgomery County voted in governor, Congress, Senate primaries

Sen. Marsha Blackburn has won the Republican nomination for governor in a fairly close three-way race against John Rose and Monty Fritts.