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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
UPDATE: Clarksville gets over 3 inches of rain, with up to 5 expected from Hurricane Helene

With the remnants of Hurricane Helene trudging toward Tennessee, heavy rain is falling across the region, and 4-5 inches of rain is expected in Clarksville before it’s all over.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Victim stable, Police ask for help identifying vehicle involved in pedestrian hit and run

A woman was hit by vehicle and left injured on Ringgold Road in Clarksville Friday morning.

News
2 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Flood Watch issued for Montgomery, surrounding counties

With the remnants of Hurricane Helene likely to bring heavy rainfall to Clarksville, a Flood Watch has been issued from Thursday evening through Saturday morning.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Man wanted by TBI in Clarksville shooting arrested in Nashville

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Most Wanted Alert for a Nashville man wanted in a Greenwood Avenue area shooting early Saturday morning.

News
2 years ago
Heavy rain expected in Clarksville from Hurricane Helene, with 6 inches possible

The remnants of Hurricane Helene are likely to bring heavy rainfall to Clarksville, with 4 to 6 inches possible.

Elections
2 years ago
On the issues: Tennessee House District 75 candidates asked about highways, abortion, school vouchers | VIDEO

Clarksville Now is holding election forums, giving candidates a chance to weigh in on the issues. The candidates for Tennessee House District 75 are Jeff Burkhart, a Republican, and Allie Phillips, a Democrat.

News
2 years ago
Psychology professor, APSU ‘mutually agree’ to end his employment over hate group accusations

The professor whose hiring ignited a recent protest at Austin Peay State University – over his alleged connections to a website that promotes Nazism, racism and hate group activity – has separated from the university.

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News
2 years ago
Police ID Fort Campbell soldier killed in crash over weekend on Tobacco Road

The motorcyclist who was killed early Saturday morning in a crash on Tobacco Road in Clarksville has been identified.

News
2 years ago
Work week weather: Good chance of rain every day through Friday

Clarksville forecast: For the first time in a long time, we have a week of rainy weather ahead, with at least a 40% chance of showers every day through Friday.

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.