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.

Police respond to a shooting near Main Street and University Avenue on Oct. 1, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
Crime
1 week ago
UPDATE: 1 shot on Main Street in downtown Clarksville

A man was shot Wednesday night in downtown Clarksville.

Crime
1 week ago
UPDATE: Suspect in Ringgold Road fatal shooting turns himself in, booked into jail

A young man was shot Tuesday night on Ringgold Road in Clarksville.

News
1 week ago
UPDATE: Wreck backs up traffic on 101st Parkway in Clarksville

A wreck tied up traffic on 101st Airborne Division Parkway Tuesday afternoon.

Lifestyle
2 weeks ago
When will leaves change color, and where can you see them near Clarksville?

The fall foliage forecasts are in, and Clarksville should see the leaves begin to change color in a few weeks. Here are the best places to see them.

Clockwise from the top left, crime in Clarksville, APSU Faculty Senate protest, Eggs Up Grill, and Nashville Kats.
News
2 weeks ago
News in Clarksville: Crime on decline, Faculty Senate vote, Nashville Kats and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a decline in crime, the Faculty Senate responds to a professor’s suspension, and the Nashville Kats announcement.

Podcasts
2 weeks ago
The Clarksville Rundown: What happens to your stinky old mattress at landfill | PODCAST

Ever wonder what the landfill near Clarksville does with the thousands of mattresses they get every year? Meet the shredder.

The Nashville Kats took on the Wichita Regulators at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville on May 18, 2024. (JHR Photography)
News
2 weeks ago
Nashville Kats moving to Clarksville for 2026 arena football season

The Nashville Kats announced today that F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville will host the team’s home games beginning with the 2026 season.

News
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Traffic backed up on Interstate 24 in Clarksville

Update, 5 p.m.: Traffic is clearing but still slow from about mile marker 9 […]