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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.

Crime
1 year ago
Police seek suspect in credit card fraud at Clarksville jewelry store

The Clarksville Police Department is trying to identify an man believed to be involved in a credit card fraud case.

Crime
1 year ago
3rd person involved in fatal shooting located, cooperating with Clarksville police

Clarksville Police have identified and spoken to the third person involved in the fatal shooting on Darlene Drive of 31-year-old Nolan Jackson.

The stormwater basin on International Boulevard, curving at right. Directly north across the street is Atlas BX. (IDB, contributed)
News
1 year ago
Flood basin at Industrial Park to be excavated, with dirt going to Office Park

A stormwater basin on International Boulevard needs to be excavated, and the Office Park in Clarksville needs about that amount of dirt.

Oversized load stuck in Christian County on Interstate 24 on Oct. 13, 2025. (Contributed by Christian County Emergency Management)
News
1 year ago
UPDATE: Traffic clearing after oversized load got stuck on I-24 in Kentucky

A semi-trailer is blocking Interstate 24 westbound in Kentucky, causing traffic to back up into Tennessee.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Halloween things to do 2025: Trunk-or-treats, haunted houses in Clarksville

If you’re looking for Halloween fun, there’s a ton of options! Here’s your 2025 guide to Halloween things to do in Clarksville.

Sunny skies
News
1 year ago
Work week weather: Sunny, mild week ahead for Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: We will see a stretch of classic fall weather this week, with sunny skies, mild afternoons, and cool, crisp nights.

Clockwise from the top left, Matt Van Epps, Aftyn Behn, Montgomery County Shooting Complex and Woodstock flooding.
News
1 year ago
News in Clarksville: Fatal shooting details, Congress Primary coverage and other top stories this week

Clarksville local news week in review: New details on a shooting death, Congress Primary results and flooding solutions.

The Matt Van Epps watch party at Shelby's Trio in Clarksville on Oct. 7, 2025. (Wesley Irvin)
Podcasts
1 year ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why Clarksville is pivotal, purple battleground in Congress race | PODCAST

With the largest “purple” population in Congress District 7, Montgomery County will play a critical role in the upcoming race.

Military
1 year ago
UPDATE: Gate 10 on Fort Campbell closed this morning over alleged bomb threat, driver detained

Early this morning, Fort Campbell Emergency Services responded to a security threat at Gate 10.

Street Department Director David Smith addressing concerned citizens at the Woodstock Neighborhood meeting on Oct. 9, 2025. (Jazmin Logan)
News
1 year ago
Woodstock flooding: City presents plan for bigger basin, new water pump

City of Clarksville officials presented to Woodstock neighborhood residents a plan to prevent the devastating floods that have ruined their homes.