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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.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
5 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Thunderstorms expected in Clarksville Friday afternoon

Severe thunderstorms could be headed our way Friday afternoon, with the possibility of a tornado.

Coronavirus
5 years ago
Montgomery County employees to get up to $10,000 for COVID-19 response, but what about Health Department, 911?

Montgomery County government employees who provided essential work during the COVID-19 pandemic will get premium pay. But it won’t apply to the Health Department or E-911.

Entertainment
5 years ago
Trunk-or-treat, family-friendly Halloween events planned in Clarksville

There’s plenty of Halloween fun to be had in Clarksville this year, from movies to concerts to trunk or treat events.

Crime
5 years ago
Man arrested after 4-hour police standoff on Lindsey Drive

Police had a barricade set up for about four hours on Lindsey Drive Tuesday night, but the situation ended peacefully.

police lights
News
5 years ago
UPDATE: Highway 48/13 bridge back open after 3-vehicle crash

The Highway 48/13 McClure Bridge over the Cumberland River is closed after a multi-vehicle wreck.

Clarksville Conversations
5 years ago
Shelby’s Trio owners Joe and Cathi Maynard talk about big plans for their downtown restaurant | AUDIO

Shelby’s Trio restaurant owners Joe and Cathi Maynard join Katie Gambill and Charlie Koon on Clarksville’s Conversation.

Obituaries
5 years ago
Laurence ‘Buck’ Teeter Jr.

Laurence George Teeter Jr., affectionately known as “Buck”, age 81 of Clarksville, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021.

Business
5 years ago
Reach new customers in new ways with 5 Star Media Group’s ‘Spooktacular’ Super Sale

Local businesses have a chance to reach new customers in new ways with the return of 5 Star Media Group’s Annual Sale.

News
5 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Risk of strong storms in Montgomery County today

There’s a risk of strong storms in Montgomery and surrounding counties this afternoon. 

News
5 years ago
Work week weather: Chance of storms Monday, then clearing until Thursday

The week will start with a chance of storms, then dry up before the rain chances return on Thursday.