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.

Jeff Burkhart (Contributed)
News
2 months ago
UPDATE: State Rep. Jeff Burkhart, longtime government leader, dies at 63 | PHOTOS

State Rep. Jeff Burkhart, longtime Clarksville government leader and businessman, has died at age 63.

Mayor Joe Pitts at the ribbon cutting revealing the restored Public Square arch on July 31, 2025. (Abigail Krieg)
Podcasts
2 months ago
The Clarksville Rundown: What mayor’s race looks like with Pitts stepping out | PODCAST

With Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts announcing he won’t run again, here’s a breakdown on who all is running and how they stack up.

Elections
2 months ago
Congress candidate Terri Christie on immigration, health care, I-24, election integrity

Clarksville Now is giving candidates for Congress, Tennessee District 7, a chance to weigh in on key issues.

Entertainment
2 months ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Holiday markets, tree displays begin

It’s time for the Christmas season fun to begin, starting with holiday markets and tree displays. Here are the top picks for this weekend.

News
2 months ago
UPDATE: 1 killed in crash between car and tractor-trailer on Bypass

One person was killed when a car crashed with a tractor-trailer Thursday morning on the Bypass in Clarksville.

News
2 months ago
Weekend weather: Warm start but chilly finish to weekend in Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: Warm weather will continue into Saturday before a cold front moves through, bringing a chance of showers and a drop in temperatures Sunday.

Elections
2 months ago
Congress candidate Jon Thorp on immigration, health care, I-24, partisanship

Clarksville Now is giving candidates for Congress, Tennessee District 7, a chance to weigh in on key issues.

A house fire on Dailey Road in Woodlawn on Nov. 12, 2025. (Montgomery County Fire Service, contributed)
News
2 months ago
2 people hurt, 3 dogs missing, home destroyed in Montgomery County fire

Two people were flown by LifeFlight to Nashville after a house fire in Montgomery County Wednesday night.