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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
3 years ago
News in Clarksville: Murder trial begins, development updates, Sunshine Law debate and other top stories this week

Clarksville news: Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.

News
3 years ago
Awning of Drury Designs business catches fire, contained to front of building

The front of the Drury Designs business in Clarksville caught fire Saturday afternoon. 

News
3 years ago
1 seriously injured in late-night wreck on Fort Campbell Boulevard

One person was seriously injured and had to be extricated from a vehicle after a wreck on Fort Campbell Boulevard Friday night.

News
3 years ago
When will it be finished? Updates on parking garages, new schools, Riverview hotel and more

Here’s where the various projects stand according to updates shared by EDC CEO Buck Dellinger and others, with links to background on the projects.

News
3 years ago
UPDATE: Police locate missing 40-year-old woman

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance finding a missing 40-year-old woman.

News
3 years ago
Your Week, Your News: Why Buc-ee’s really backed out, and why secret meetings are a bad idea | PODCAST

The plan to build a Buc-ee’s was the talk of the town, but they’ve pulled out, taking all the brisket and dreamcatchers with them. Here’s why. Also, Chris breaks down why the City Council’s push to weaken Sunshine Law rules is a terrible idea.

Crime
3 years ago
2nd suspect arrested in fatal shooting of teenager on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard

Police have arrested a second suspect in the fatal shooting of a teenager on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard.

News
3 years ago
Weekend weather: Cool and sunny weekend ahead, with chance of rain on Sunday

Clarksville forecast: The weekend will start out sunny and cool, but could end with rain on Sunday.

Crime
3 years ago
UPDATE: Man dies from injuries in shooting at apartment complex in northwest Clarksville

A man was shot at an apartment complex in northwest Clarksville Wednesday night.

News
3 years ago
Student hit by car in front of New Providence Middle School, has minor injuries

A student was hit by a car in front of New Providence Middle School Wednesday morning, suffering minor injuries.