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.

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10 months ago
Clarksville flooding: How to get help, give help for those who lost homes

With hundreds of homes damaged by floodwaters this weekend in Clarksville and Montgomery County, several organizations, principally the Red Cross, YAIPAK and the United Way, have stepped up to help.

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10 months ago
UPDATE: Woodstock, Farmington neighborhoods evacuated | PHOTOS, VIDEO

Several residents of the Farmington and Woodstock neighborhoods were evacuated today, the day after an evacuation from The Reserve at Kirkwood apartments.

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10 months ago
UPDATE: Cumberland, Red rivers crest, fall to minor flood stage

A Flood Warning has been issued for the Cumberland River at Clarksville, and flood waters are expected to reach Riverside Drive this afternoon. 

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10 months ago
UPDATE: Clarksville tops 10 inches of rain this week | VIDEO, PHOTOS

We’ve had over 10 inches of rain in this week’s storms so far, and it’s likely to continue through this afternoon.

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10 months ago
News in Clarksville: Flooding, rezoning, boots display and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including more flooding to come, rezoning denied, and Fort Campbell boots display to end.

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10 months ago
UPDATE: Evacuations at Farmington and Woodstock subdivisions, shelter moved to YAIPAK

With just over 10 inches of rain so far this week and still more coming, the City of Clarksville is asking residents who live in low-lying areas to consider seeking higher ground.

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10 months ago
Cumberland River, Red River expected to rise this evening, crest Sunday night

Flood Warnings have been issued for the Cumberland River at Clarksville and the Red River at Port Royal until Tuesday evening.

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10 months ago
ROAD CLOSURES: Woodstock Drive, Dunbar Cave Road, Dunlop Lane and more

Flooding along the Cumberland River and the Red River, along with rainfall making lakes of low-lying areas, has caused several road closures in Clarksville and Montgomery County.