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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.

An aerial view of the planned grocery site, which will be on the tree-filled area shown, now cleared, at Rossview Road and Rollow Lane, behind Agero and the incoming ACE Hardware. (IDB, contributed)
Business
1 week ago
Grocery planned at Rossview Road east of Exit 8, next to incoming ACE Hardware

Residents of the Farmington and Stones Manor may soon get a grocery store under a deal approved by the Industrial Development Board this week.

Rosson Road looking north from Trough Springs Road. The site for the planned ICE call center would be in the distance on the left. (Christian Brown)
News
1 week ago
UPDATE: No ICE facility is planned in Montgomery County

County Mayor Wes Golden told Clarksville Now that no ICE facility is coming. “I have verified with multiple federal sources that there is no ICE facility coming.

Hummingbird Festival Featuring Plants and Pollinators at Rotary Park on August 19, 2023. (Wesley Irvin)
Entertainment
1 week ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Hummingbird Festival, Downtown Market

Don’t miss the Hummingbird Festival this weekend, and it’s a great Saturday for the Downtown Market.

News
1 week ago
Weekend weather: Temperatures near 100, Heat Advisory through Sunday

Clarksville forecast: Hot and mostly clear weather is expected this weekend, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s.

Matthew Vedder booking photo in July 2026. (MCSO, contributed)
Crime
1 week ago
Student files lawsuit against CMCSS, teacher who showed her nude selfies

An 18-year-old student has filed a civil lawsuit against Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools and former teacher Matthew Vedder.

Sugarland (Joseph Llanes, contributed)
Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Sugarland ‘Enjoy the Ride’ tour coming to Clarksville in November

Grammy Award-winning duo Sugarland today announced The Ride or Die Tour, a 26-city U.S. tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of Enjoy the Ride.

Plans for the Performing Arts Center on Franklin Street as of Aug. 10, 2026. (Lyle Cook Martin Architects, contributed)
News
2 weeks ago
Performing Arts Center plan scaled down, smaller building with lower cost

The new plans still call for a 500-seat performance hall, but with some other items removed the projected cost has been reduced by $10 million.

High temperatures in hot weather.
News
2 weeks ago
WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory issued, with index up to 109 this week

With heat indexes up to 109 expected, a Heat Advisory has been issued for Clarksville and the surrounding area.

Female political candidate speaking at a podium with a microphone, wearing a light beige blazer over a mustard top, against a red campaign backdrop that reads 'Marshall' and 'For Governor'.
News
2 weeks ago
APSU professor sues Sen. Marsha Blackburn for firing over Charlie Kirk post

Lawsuit: Provost said Austin Peay State University was “under external pressure” from government leaders with influence over school funding.

The Democratic watch party at Joker's Comedy Club on Aug. 6, 2026. (Nia Holland)
Elections
2 weeks ago
‘They have to come to us now’: Democrats flip 4 seats, win majority in County Commission

The 21-member Montgomery County Commission has gone from being evenly split to having an 11-member Democratic majority.