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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: Pickup spills trailer load of telephone poles across Interstate 24 in Clarksville

Interstate 24 eastbound was shut down by a log trailer crash Thursday afternoon.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Man wanted on vehicle theft charges caught after short chase

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance locating 22-year-old Quentin Bell, according to a news release from Officer Scott Beaubien.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
10 women to remember as part of Clarksville history, 2024

In recognition of Women’s History Month, here are 10 Clarksville women (in alphabetical order) who should be remembered for what they accomplished during their lifetimes.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: 22-year-old Clarksville man killed in motorcycle crash on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard

A motorcyclist has died from his injuries after a crash with SUV Saturday afternoon on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard in Clarksville.

News
2 years ago
Work week weather: High winds and rain on Monday, then drop in temperatures

Clarksville forecast: Strong winds will blow in some thunderstorms on Monday, followed by another drop in temperatures.

News
2 years ago
News in Clarksville: 2-story schools, motorcycle crash, new animal shelter and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including CMCSS planning 2-story schools, a fatal motorcycle crash, and the groundbreaking for a new animal shelter and library.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Motorcyclist critically injured after crashing into SUV on Wilma

A motorcyclist was critically injured in a crash Saturday afternoon on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard in Clarksville.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Traffic still slow westbound on Interstate 24 in Clarksville

Traffic on Interstate 24 was going slow this afternoon after a wreck near Exit 8 in Clarksville.

Podcasts
2 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why 2-story schools are better, how social media hurts kids, and HR doesn’t like the Shake Weight | PODCAST

School officials have changed their mind about two-story buildings, despite the cost. Plus CMCSS is joined by over 30 Tennessee districts in a lawsuit against TikTok, Facebook and others. And Ryan reveals the exercise scandal that got Chris in trouble with HR.

Business
2 years ago
Updates on 6 of 10 industrial projects under way in Clarksville, with 2,500 construction workers on site

In another sign of the surge in economic growth in Clarksville, the Industrial Development Board recently heard updates on 10 active construction projects in the Industrial Park.