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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 25 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

News
2 months ago
Work week weather: Warm sunny start, then storms in Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: Warm and sunny weather will start the week, with highs in the upper 70s before a strong midweek storm system brings widespread rain and thunderstorms

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2 months ago
News in Clarksville: Contractor dispute, Dodge’s murder verdict, CMCSS security and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a storm repair contractor dispute, a murder verdict in the Dodge’s shooting and new security at CMCSS schools

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
2 months ago
UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for Montgomery County

Storms are expected to roll into Clarksville this afternoon, and that’s prompted a Severe Thunderstorm Watch from the National Weather Service.

News
2 months ago
4 apartments destroyed in fire at Summit Heights in Clarksville

Four apartments at Summit Heights in Clarksville were destroyed in a fire Friday afternoon.

Wendy Davis (Contributed)
Elections
2 months ago
Wendy Davis announces re-election bid for Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk

Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk Wendy Davis has announced her campaign for re-election in the Aug. 6 General Election.

Entertainment
2 months ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Video game music concert, local film premiere

We have a rainy weekend ahead, but luckily there are a couple of exciting indoor events going on: a video game music concert and the premiere of a film by a Clarksville native.

A pickup truck went off the Bypass and crashed, catching fire, on March 4, 2026. (CPD, contributed)
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2 months ago
UPDATE: Truck catches fire after going into ravine off Bypass in Clarksville

The US 41A Bypass in Clarksville has been shut down after a wreck with injuries.

Easter Egg Hunt at Civitan Park on April 12, 2025. (Wesley Irvin)
Entertainment
2 months ago
Spring fun guide 2026: Festivals, parties and events coming up in Clarksville

With the weather warming up, we have a lot more options for the weekends in Clarksville. Here are some of the upcoming events through May 31.

News
2 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Large load of bridge parts coming down Wilma Rudolph Boulevard

Bridge components for the Spring Creek Parkway project will be moving along Wilma Rudolph Boulevard this afternoon, and traffic disruptions are expected.

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2 months ago
Interstate 24 pothole repairs, repaving in Kentucky may tie up traffic for 6 months

Separate from planned construction around Exit 89 to make room for Buc-ee’s traffic, east and westbound lanes may be impacted until August.