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.

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4 years ago
Tornado relief for Kentucky: 5 Star Media Group collecting gift cards for families in need

To help Kentucky tornado victims, you can purchase gift cards to Walmart, Food Giant or Kroger and drop them off at 5 Star Media Group in Clarksville.

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4 years ago
UPDATE: 2 seriously hurt after head-on wreck on Madison Street

A vehicle going the wrong way on Madison Street hit another head-on, with serious injuries to both drivers.

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4 years ago
Work week weather: Chilly and sunny start to the week, ending with chance of storms

Clarksville forecast: The week will start sunny but chilly, with lows near freezing tonight and Monday. 

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4 years ago
News in Clarksville: Child hero, goose hunt, guns in schools and other top stories this week

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

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4 years ago
UPDATE: Video captures tornado moving across Fort Campbell

Here is the latest on the round of thunderstorms moving through Middle Tennessee.

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4 years ago
Goose hunt planned at Liberty Park to reduce 250-bird population in Clarksville

A controlled goose hunt will be led by officers from Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency at Liberty Park on Dec. 15 and 22.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
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4 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory issued for tonight, with 40 mph gusts expected

Strong to severe storms are likely in Montgomery and surrounding counties tonight, especially after midnight.

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4 years ago
Weekend weather: Severe storms, tornadoes possible starting Friday night

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – There’s an increasing chance we’ll see severe thunderstorms Friday […]