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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.

News
6 years ago
Judge Ray Grimes, 22-year Montgomery County judge, dies of COVID-19

Montgomery County Judge Ray Grimes, who served on the bench for 22 years, died Thanksgiving morning.

News
6 years ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 24 clear after wreck near Exit 8

A wreck had eastbound traffic blocked in Clarksville on Wednesday afternoon.

Crime
6 years ago
Dogs found shot to death, wrapped in Christmas lights, in Cheatham County

The Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two dogs were found shot to death and wrapped in Christmas lights.

Entertainment
6 years ago
Christmas Parade will be a drive-through in Clarksville this year

Yes, Clarksville will have a Christmas Parade this year, of sorts. It will be a parade in reverse, with floats and displays along the side of the road and spectators driving through to see the sights. 

Clarksville Conversations
6 years ago
Emmalee on her stint on ‘The Voice’ and what comes next | VIDEO

Emmalee, daughter of CHS Principal Bryan Feldman, joined Katie Gambill and Charlie Koon on Clarksville’s Conversation.

news
6 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Severe storms could be coming to Clarksville late tonight, Wednesday morning

There’s a risk of severe storms in Clarksville overnight and into Wednesday morning, with wind gusts of up to 40 mph.

Entertainment
6 years ago
Christmas music coming your way starting Friday on Rewind 94.3

The radio station will become “Clarksville’s Christmas Music Station” the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 27, going all-Christmas all the time.

News
6 years ago
Semi truck overturns on Exit 11 ramp in Clarksville

A semi truck overturned at Exit 11 on Tuesday morning, causing some traffic issues for morning commuters.

Business
6 years ago
‘Ryan and Gretchen Show’ signing off after 15-year run

After a 15-year run as your breakfast and morning commute entertainment, the “Ryan and Gretchen Show” is coming to a close.

news
6 years ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 24 mostly clear after wreck at mile marker 22

A wreck in Robertson County had traffic going into Nashville blocked Monday morning.