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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.

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Crime
3 months ago
Man who was arrested in police K9 use-of-force dies in custody at Montgomery County Jail

A man whose arrest is being investigated by Clarksville Police for K9 use-of-force has died while in custody at the Montgomery County Jail.

Clarksville Police outside 953 Clark Street on July 1, 2026, while barring entry. (Christian Brown)
News
3 months ago
The Clarksville Rundown: What’s behind drama at Ajax Turner Senior Center | PODCAST

If you’re confused about what’s going on with the city’s move to take over the Ajax Turner Senior Center, you aren’t alone. Here’s an attempted explanation, and odds on what happens next.

News
3 months ago
UPDATE: Friday high reaches 96 with 110 index, Extreme Heat Warning continues

Hot and humid weather will continue through the Independence Day weekend in the Clarksville area, with heat index values topping 100 degrees.

Nevels Chapel Missionary Baptist Church storm damage on July 2, 2026. (Tina Ganus, contributed)
News
3 months ago
UPDATE: After evening of storms, hot and humid weekend ahead, Heat Advisory Saturday

Hot and humid weather will continue through the Independence Day weekend in the Clarksville area, with heat index values climbing as high as 111.

News
3 months ago
UPDATE: Fort Campbell Boulevard back open after motorcycle crash

A motorcycle wreck has Fort Campbell Boulevard blocked this morning.

High temperatures in hot weather.
News
3 months ago
UPDATE: High reaches 97 in Clarksville, Extreme Heat Warning extended to Friday

With highs Thursday and Friday near 100, the Extreme Heat Warning from the National Weather Service has been extended through Friday at 8 p.m.

Clarksville Police investigate a stabbing at EZ Market on Boy Scout Road on June 30, 2026. (Enrique Hernandez, Dash 10 Media)
Crime
3 months ago
UPDATE: Suspect arrested in machete attack, robbery of store clerk in Clarksville

A store clerk was severely injured in a stabbing Tuesday night in north Clarksville.

Heat risk this week as of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in Middle Tennessee. (NWS, contributed)
News
3 months ago
High reaches 94 in Clarksville with 104 heat index, hot Fourth of July likely

Temperatures and humidity have been relentless this week, and the highs will stay in the mid-90s through Independence Day weekend.

News
3 months ago
UPDATE: Traffic clearing on Interstate 24 after wreck in Clarksville

A wreck has traffic tied up on Interstate 24 through Clarksville.

Heat risk starting Monday, June 29, 2026, in Middle Tennessee. (NWS, contributed)
News
3 months ago
Heat index hits 105 in Clarksville, Extreme Heat Warning in effect

With temperatures and humidity baking Middle Tennessee this week, the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning until 8 p.m. Thursday.