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 25 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

News
2 days ago
UPDATE: Power restored after outages affecting traffic signals downtown

A power outage is affecting over 500 residences in downtown Clarksville and some traffic signals.

Stanley Cliff (Courtesy CPD)
Crime
3 days ago
Man wanted in 2021 fatal motorcycle hit-and-run in Clarksville found dead in Memphis

The Clarksville Police Department said Monday that they have been notified that Stanley Cliff was located deceased on Oct. 14.

Greg Gutfeld (Contributed)
Entertainment
3 days ago
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld coming to Clarksville for 2026 national tour

Fox News host, comedian and author Greg Gutfeld is coming to the F&M Bank Arena in 2026, with Tom Shillue and a surprise guest.

A vehicle fleeing from Tennessee Highway Patrol crashed with three other vehicles on Tiny Town Road on Oct. 19, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
News
3 days ago
UPDATE: Driver fleeing THP crashes with 3 other vehicles in Clarksville

A vehicle being pursued by Tennessee Highway Patrol crashed with three other vehicles on Tiny Town Road Sunday night.

News
4 days ago
Work week weather: Cool, breezy days ahead for Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: We have a week of mild fall weather ahead with sunshine, gusty breezes, and cool nights.

Sgt. Terrell Seales (US Army, contributed)
Military
4 days ago
101st Airborne Division soldier killed in training accident in Germany

The soldier with 2nd MBCT died as the result of wounds from a vehicle accident during the unit’s training.

Podcasts
4 days ago
Clarksville Conversations: Manna Cafe preparing to Combat Hunger | PODCAST

On this episode of Clarksville Conversations, Charlie Koon and co-host Ryan Ploeckelman talk to guest Debra Sutton from Manna Cafe about Combat Hunger

News
5 days ago
News in Clarksville: Parking, Sprouts, flood basins, ghost tales and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including your guide to downtown parking prices, work on a stormwater basin, and local ghost stories.