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.

A vehicle fleeing from Tennessee Highway Patrol crashed with three other vehicles on Tiny Town Road on Oct. 19, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
News
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Driver fleeing THP crashes with 3 other vehicles in Clarksville

A vehicle being pursued by Tennessee Highway Patrol crashed with three other vehicles on Tiny Town Road Sunday night.

News
3 weeks ago
Work week weather: Cool, breezy days ahead for Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: We have a week of mild fall weather ahead with sunshine, gusty breezes, and cool nights.

Sgt. Terrell Seales (US Army, contributed)
Military
3 weeks ago
101st Airborne Division soldier killed in training accident in Germany

The soldier with 2nd MBCT died as the result of wounds from a vehicle accident during the unit’s training.

Podcasts
3 weeks ago
Clarksville Conversations: Manna Cafe preparing to Combat Hunger | PODCAST

On this episode of Clarksville Conversations, Charlie Koon and co-host Ryan Ploeckelman talk to guest Debra Sutton from Manna Cafe about Combat Hunger

News
3 weeks ago
News in Clarksville: Parking, Sprouts, flood basins, ghost tales and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including your guide to downtown parking prices, work on a stormwater basin, and local ghost stories.

News
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Interstate 24 back to normal after wreck near Exit 1 in Clarksville

Interstate 24 westbound was blocked by a wreck Friday afternoon.

Podcasts
3 weeks ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Where to park, when it’s free – why is this so hard? | PODCAST

Downtown Clarksville has plenty of places to park, but people seem confused about when it’s free and when to pay. We’ve got you!

Fall Guide
3 weeks ago
Ghost stories of Clarksville: Bell Witch, Ghost Dog and other hauntings for Halloween

Clarksville has its share of ghost stories and alleged hauntings, including of the Bell Witch, the Smith Trahern Mansion, APSU’s library and more.

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