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
News in Clarksville: Deputy’s arrest details, county COVID back pay and other top stories this week

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

Opinion
4 years ago
Rusted barbed-wire fence, urban blight welcome visitors to Clarksville | OPINION

The main entrance into Clarksville is lined with urban blight, even as we prepare to welcome thousands of visitors each week with the new F&M Bank Arena.

News
4 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Montgomery County under Severe Thunderstorm Watch

A thunderstorm is moving north and east across the region, with bands expected to reach Clarksville between 6 and 9 p.m.

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News
4 years ago
UPDATE: Providence Boulevard back open after multi-vehicle crash

Two cars and a motorcycle wrecked on Providence Boulevard Thursday night.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
4 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Thunderstorms expected in Clarksville Friday afternoon

Severe thunderstorms could be headed our way Friday afternoon, with the possibility of a tornado.

Coronavirus
4 years ago
Montgomery County employees to get up to $10,000 for COVID-19 response, but what about Health Department, 911?

Montgomery County government employees who provided essential work during the COVID-19 pandemic will get premium pay. But it won’t apply to the Health Department or E-911.

Entertainment
4 years ago
Trunk-or-treat, family-friendly Halloween events planned in Clarksville

There’s plenty of Halloween fun to be had in Clarksville this year, from movies to concerts to trunk or treat events.

Crime
4 years ago
Man arrested after 4-hour police standoff on Lindsey Drive

Police had a barricade set up for about four hours on Lindsey Drive Tuesday night, but the situation ended peacefully.