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.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
3 years ago
UPDATE: Severe thunderstorms moving across Middle Tennessee

Clarksville forecast: The much-needed rain we’re expecting today could be more intense than we’d like, with a severe thunderstorm possible later today. 

News
3 years ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 24 to close in Kentucky this evening

The westbound lanes of Interstate 24 in Kentucky will close this evening for about 30 to 45 minutes.

Crime
3 years ago
Woman charged with first-degree murder in death of disabled 13-year-old son

The mother of a 13-year-old disabled boy who was found dead in his home turned herself in on murder charges Sunday night. 

News
3 years ago
Man hit by car while trying to cross Terminal Road, off Wilma Rudolph Boulevard

A man was hit by a car on Terminal Road, off of Wilma Rudolph Boulevard Sunday night. 

News
3 years ago
Work week weather: Sunny skies, but chance of rain mid-week

Clarksville forecast: We finally have a chance of showers in the forecast, but it’s only 50/50.

Lifestyle
3 years ago
Who is Clarksville’s Best Charity Organization for 2022? You choose: Manna Cafe or Humane Society

Monday is the deadline for readers to decide who is Clarksville’s Best Charity Organization for 2022: Manna Cafe Ministries or the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County.

News
3 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Frost Advisory issued for Clarksville overnight

A Frost Advisory is in effect tonight for Montgomery and surrounding counties.

News
3 years ago
News in Clarksville: Rossview volleyball coach, Tiny Town Road wrecks, apartments planned and other top stories this week

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