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
1 week ago
Snow could be coming to Clarksville today, but little accumulation

Clarksville forecast: Clouds and light precipitation linger in the area today, with rain expected to mix with snow by late afternoon.

Clarksville Police respond to a barricade situation on South Lancaster Road on Dec. 3, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
Crime
1 week ago
UPDATE: Man arrested after firing shots, barricading himself in apartment

A man has barricaded himself in an apartment after apparently firing shots in northwest Clarksville, causing nearby apartments to be evacuated.

Elections
1 week ago
‘This is President Trump’s party’: Republican Matt Van Epps wins Congress District 7

The special election for Congress District 7 was held today, and Republican Matt Van Epps has won the 14-county race over Democrat Aftyn Behn.

News
1 week ago
UPDATE: 4 vehicles crash on MLK Jr. Parkway in Clarksville

Four vehicles have crashed on Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway near Memorial Extension.

News
1 week ago
UPDATE: 3-vehicle crash on Tiny Town Road in Clarksville

A three-vehicle crash has shut down lanes of Tiny Town Road in Clarksville.

Elections
1 week ago
Where candidates stand, what to expect on Election Day for Congress District 7 | VIDEO

Tuesday is Election Day for the U.S. House District 7 General Election to replace former Rep. Mark Green in Congress. Here’s what to expect.

Chances of accumulation overnight Monday in Clarksville. (National Weather Service, contributed)
News
1 week ago
WEATHER ALERT: Winter Weather Advisory issued for Clarksville with ice, sleet

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Monday night to Tuesday morning in Clarksville. Expect a wintry mix of light ice, sleet and wet snow

Election Day at the South Guthrie Community Center on Oct. 7, 2025. (Daynnah Carmona)
Elections
2 weeks ago
What’s on ballot in 2026: County mayor, sheriff, judges, commission and more

Almost all Montgomery County offices will be on the ballot in May 2026 for the county primary, including mayor, sheriff and the entire County Commission.