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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
Service dog bites a student, TCAP bites third-graders, and how the heck you pronounce ‘acai’ | PODCAST

Join Chris Smith, Katie Gambill and Ryan Ploeckelman as we talk about the top stories in Clarksville for the week of May 21 on “Your Week, Your News.”

News
3 years ago
Pools open in Clarksville on Saturday, but without Bel-Aire Pool

The City of Clarksville has announced that pools are back open for the summer starting on Saturday, but without the pool at Bel-Aire Park.

Crime
3 years ago
3 people shot in Lincoln Homes in Clarksville

Three people were shot in Lincoln Homes Thursday night.

Entertainment
3 years ago
Weekend top picks: Jazz on the Lawn, Spring into Summer, Bike the CRAM and more

Things to do in Clarksville: It’s a beautiful weekend to get out and have some fun, and it’s Memorial Day weekend to boot! Here are some of your top options, including Jazz on the Lawn and Bike the Cram.

News
3 years ago
UPDATE: Power restored after over 2,900 lose electricity in north Clarksville

Over 2,200 customers lost power today in north Clarksville.

News
3 years ago
Weekend weather: Sunny skies and warm weather coming for Memorial Day weekend

Clarksville forecast: We have a beautiful Memorial Day weekend ahead, with partly cloudy skies and warm temperatures.

News
3 years ago
Air fryer causes kitchen fire at house off Pollard Road in Clarksville

A house off of Pollard Road was severely damaged in a kitchen fire caused by an air fryer, according to Clarksville Fire Rescue.

News
3 years ago
Work week weather: Beautiful week ahead, but with slight chance of showers

Clarksville forecast: We have a great week ahead, outside of a slight chance of showers Monday and Tuesday.

News
3 years ago
News in Clarksville: Riverfest to end, Queen City College to close, Everbowl to open and other top stories this week

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

Interstate 24 westbound was shut down because of a tractor trailer fire on May 19, 2023. (Kendra Johnson, contributed)
News
3 years ago
UPDATE: 1 lane open on Interstate 24 after tractor trailer fire, fuel spill at mile marker 21

Interstate 24 westbound is shut down at Exit 19 because of a tractor trailer fire.