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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: Low of 5 degrees expected tonight, Wind Chill Advisory issued

Clarksville woke up to 2 inches of snow on the ground Monday morning, and more could be on the way.

News
2 years ago
Woman dies from injuries after being hit by car on Fort Campbell Boulevard

The woman who was hit by a car on Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville Saturday night has died from her injuries.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
APSU’s Governor wins national Mascot National Championship in Orlando

The Austin Peay State University Governor won the Open Division Mascot National Championship at the Walt Disney World Resort.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Winter Storm Warning issued, 30% chance for 3-plus inches of snow in Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: With up to 3 inches of snow expected and temperatures in the teens to single-digits, a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Montgomery and surrounding counties.

News
2 years ago
Pedestrian hit by car on Fort Campbell Boulevard

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle Saturday night on Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville.

News
2 years ago
News in Clarksville: Update on parking garage, child burned with dragon lighter, July Fourth parade and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including an update on the city parking garage, a child burned with a dragon lighter, and plans for a July Fourth parade.

News
2 years ago
Snow forecast: Clarksville likely to get 2 to 3 inches starting Sunday, with lows in teens

We’re expected to get 2 to 3 inches of snow in Clarksville, with snowfall starting Sunday night, according to the latest National Weather Service forecast.

Podcasts
2 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why Mayor Pitts is planning funeral for Gary the Guardrail, and the maybe true story behind Old Abe | PODCAST

At the Mayor’s Power Breakfast, there was more to discuss than the scrambled eggs: Mayor Pitts’ plan to improve roads means Gary the Guardrail will go away. Also, how a butane torch shaped like a dragon burned a child’s face, and Chris gets a surprise text from law enforcement while risking his life for a photo.

A City of Clarksville brine truck getting ready for road treatments. (City of Clarksville, contributed)
News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Snow expected in Clarksville, question remains of dusting or 3-plus inches

Frigid temperatures will begin Saturday night in Clarksville, and once temperatures fall below freezing, they will likely stay there until Thursday afternoon, according to the latest National Weather Service forecast.

News
2 years ago
New city parking garage taking shape in downtown Clarksville | PHOTOS

Construction on the City of Clarksville’s new downtown parking garage has progressed to new heights.