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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 25 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

Lifestyle
12 months ago
Billy Dunlop Park, Robert Clark Park, Clarksville Blueway closed June 2-6 for Scouting event

Billy Dunlop Park is closed to the public June 2-6 for a Scouting event, according to the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department.

Business
12 months ago
Herzing University to open nursing-focused school on Trenton Road in Clarksville

Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution offering career-focused degree programs, announced this week it is opening a campus in Clarksville, its 12th nationwide.

Crime
12 months ago
Woman arrested in stabbing at apartments off 101st Parkway in Clarksville

Police have found and arrested a suspect in the stabbing of a woman at a Clarksville apartment complex on May 29.

Roland Reeves (CPD, contributed)
Crime
12 months ago
UPDATE: Man and his dog shot on Tobacco Road over weekend in Clarksville

A man and his dog were shot by a man walking along Tobacco Road in Clarksville on Saturday.

Weather
12 months ago
Work week weather: Much warmer weather, with highs nearing 90 degrees

Clarksville forecast: It’s about to get a lot warmer in Clarksville, with highs nearing 90 starting on Tuesday.

Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: 15-year-old killed in parking lot shooting at Montgomery County Fair in Clarksville

A juvenile was shot at the Montgomery County Fair Saturday night, and the suspects fled the scene. 

Clockwise from the top left, TriStar's plan for a Clarksville hospital, Spring Creek Parkway, plans for the Performing Arts Center, and Flo Rida.
News
1 year ago
News in Clarksville: TriStar hospital plan, Spring Creek Parkway, Flo Rida concert and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including plans for TriStar Clarksville Hospital, the next step for Spring Creek Parkway, and a Flo Rida concert at Fort Campbell.

A woman was stabbed at an apartment on McCormick Lane on May 29, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
Crime
1 year ago
Police identify suspect in stabbing at apartments off 101st Parkway in Clarksville

Detectives have identified a suspect in the stabbing of a woman at an apartment complex in Clarksville on May 29, and they are seeking help locating her.

News
1 year ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Why more recess in schools matters more than other mandates | PODCAST

The new requirement for more recess in schools started right here in Clarksville, and now it’s catching on in other states. Let’s go!

Rapper, singer and songwriter Flo Rida performs in 2016 at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York.
Entertainment
1 year ago
Flo Rida to take Fort Campbell ‘Low’ with free July Fourth concert

Hit-making rapper Flo Rida will be the headliner at Fort Campbell’s 2025 Independence Day Celebration concert and carnival.