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
4 years ago
SNOW CLOSURES: County offices, local schools to remain closed Friday

With 2-3 inches of snow expected in Clarksville on Thursday, several closures and event cancellations are expected. 

Clarksville Conversations
4 years ago
Judge John Peay on growing up in Clarksville in 1940s, selling Coca-Colas downtown | AUDIO

Judge John Peay joins Katie Gambill and Charlie Koon on Clarksville’s Conversation.

News
4 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Winter Weather Advisory issued for Montgomery, surrounding counties

Clarksville forecast: Snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches are expected for the area, according to the National Weather Service.

Coronavirus
4 years ago
COVID in Clarksville: Active cases double in 1 week, again topping 2,000 in Montgomery County

As of Jan. 3, the Tennessee Department of Health reported 2,371 active cases of COVID-19 in Montgomery County.

Crime
4 years ago
Man shot to death, woman arrested in Clarksville

A man was shot to death in a house on off Madison Street Monday night, and a woman in the house has been arrested.

Coronavirus
4 years ago
Fort Campbell middle school closes over absences from COVID, stranded travelers

Mahaffey Middle School at Fort Campbell is closing its doors for two days this week because of a critical staff shortage.

Elections
4 years ago
Here are candidates so far in primary for Montgomery County judges, sheriff, DA and more

Several candidates have made campaign announcements and picked up petitions at the Montgomery County Election Commission for the May 3 County Primary.