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.

Lifestyle
3 months ago
Where to get Thanksgiving food help this year in Clarksville

If your family is struggling with holiday expenses, there are a couple of options for help with your Thanksgiving meal in Clarksville this year.

News
3 months ago
House heavily damaged by fire in north Clarksville

Early Wednesday morning, Clarksville Fire Rescue was dispatched to Copeland Road, off Tiny Town Road, for a structure fire.

News
3 months ago
UPDATE: 1 critically injured, extricated from crash on Fort Campbell Boulevard

One person was critically injured in a crash that shut down Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville Tuesday morning.

Progress on Spring Creek Parkway, where it crosses Spring Creek, on Nov. 17, 2025. (City of Clarksville, contributed)
News
3 months ago
Spring Creek Parkway closing in on bridge over creek, connection to Wilma | VIDEO

The City of Clarksville Street Department is making more progress on Spring Creek Parkway, Phase 2, with several bridge supports in place.

State Rep. Jeff Burkhart of Clarksville is sworn in as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives on Jan. 10, 2023. (Contributed)
News
3 months ago
Commission will vote on successor to Rep. Jeff Burkhart until next election

Following the death of Rep. Jeff Burkhart on Friday, the Montgomery County Commission will appoint someone to succeed him until the next election.

News
3 months ago
UPDATE: Bypass reopened, back to normal after 5-vehicle crash

Five vehicles crashed on the Bypass in Clarksville Monday morning, completely closing the roadway.

News
4 months ago
Clarksville featured in weeklong series on WKRN-Channel 2 in Nashville

Our news partner WKRN-Channel 2, Nashville, has been in Montgomery County for the last week doing a series of stories about our community.

News
4 months ago
Work week weather: Strong chance of daily showers starting Tuesday

Clarksville forecast: Sunshine to start the week will give way to several rounds of showers and storms through Friday.