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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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3 years ago
Do you need help? Where to find shelter, supplies, food and more after tornado in Clarksville

If you lost your home or have other needs resulting from the tornado that hit Clarksville on Saturday afternoon, there are several businesses, nonprofits and agencies offering assistance.

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3 years ago
UPDATE: Tornado cleanup set for Monday morning in Clarksville, volunteers needed

Several initiatives are under way to help those whose homes were damaged in the tornado that hit Clarksville Saturday afternoon.

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3 years ago
UPDATE: Clarksville EF-3 tornado had 150 mph winds, 91 homes destroyed, 675 damaged | VIDEO

Two adults and a child were killed when a tornado ripped across north Clarksville Saturday afternoon at about 1:35 p.m. At least 23 people were treated for injuries at the hospital. 

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3 years ago
News in Clarksville: Hankook to double jobs, illegal event center closed, Regal reopens and other top stories

Here’s a look at the top Clarksville news stories this week, including a major expansion at Hankook Tire, the shutdown of Royalties Event Center, and a visit by Leanne Morgan.

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3 years ago
UPDATE: City of Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts declares state of emergency and public curfew following today’s tornados

Following the aftermath of today’s tornadoes, City Mayor Joe Pitts announces a state of emergency and public curfew.

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3 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: How Clarksville caused ‘Marvels’ to flop, airless tires, and Ryan’s terrible gas bill lottery solution | PODCAST

Hankook Tire is doubling in size, Holiday Inn is doubling its properties, and Gas and Water is doubling its fees. Also, a raging debate over reclining chairs in movie theaters, and Ryan offers truly bad ideas to fix everyone’s problems.

Entertainment
3 years ago
Weekend top picks: German Market, The Nutcracker, Christmas Vacation and Candy Cane gala

Clarksville things to do: It must be Christmas season. When else can you pick from a German Market, The Nutcracker, Christmas Vacation and a Candy Cane gala?

Business
3 years ago
Royalties Event Center shut down for operating illegally, owner wanted by Clarksville Police

Royalties Event Center, which has been operating without a permit out of a former drugstore on Madison Street in Clarksville has been shut down, and owner Natasha Hinton is now wanted by police.

Business
3 years ago
Hankook Tire to more than double production, becoming largest private employer in Clarksville

Hankook Tire has moved up its Clarksville plant expansion plans, announcing it will double its production – and the number of employees – over the coming year.

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3 years ago
Weekend weather: Heavy rain coming to Clarksville, along with 20-degree drop in temperatures

Clarksville forecast: We have a lot of rain coming through this weekend, along with a 20-degree drop in temperatures.