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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
1 year ago
Family of 18-year-old killed in Clarksville shooting: He was ‘beacon of compassion, strength’

The family of Noah Peterson, who was killed in a shooting behind a Clarksville restaurant this week, said they’re determined to ensure his legacy endures.

News
1 year ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 24 shut down by wreck in Clarksville

Interstate 24 westbound was shut down by a wreck Friday evening.

News
1 year ago
Second person dies from injuries in crash on Memorial Drive Extension

A passenger has died in the crash that happened Aug. 12 on Memorial Drive Extension near Rushton Lane in Clarksville.

The planned Clarksville Lifepoint Rehabilitation inpatient hospital, as of August 2025. (Contributed)
Business
1 year ago
Lifepoint Rehabilitation hospital plans to join Ascension Saint Thomas Clarksville campus

Ascension Saint Thomas has announced another partner on their 96-acre healthcare campus in Clarksville: Lifepoint Rehabilitation hospital.

Hummingbird Festival Featuring Plants and Pollinators at Rotary Park on August 19, 2023. (Wesley Irvin)
Entertainment
1 year ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Tom Petty tribute band, Hummingbird Festival, Seussical Jr.

Here are our top picks for Clarksville this weekend, including a Tom Petty tribute band, the Hummingbird Festival and a kids show at Roxy.

News
1 year ago
UPDATE: 90-year-old killed, 2 women critically injured in crash on Memorial Extension

One of the drivers was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Memorial Drive Extension, and two others remained in critical condition Wednesday morning.

A man was shot behind Mizu Japanese Cuisine on Wilma Rudolph Blvd. on Aug. 12, 2025. (Dash 10 Media)
Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: Police release names of 2 men killed in ‘shootout’ in restaurant parking lot

Two people were injured by gunfire at around 7:30 Tuesday night in Clarksville, and police said they have died from their injuries.

The CMCSS School Board convenes for their monthly formal session, Jan. 21, 2025. (Jordan Renfro)
News
1 year ago
Middle school wrestling proposed for Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools

A School Board member has proposed adding wrestling to the sponsored sports programs at middle schools in Clarksville-Montgomery County.

Brittany Covington (MCSO, contributed)
Crime
1 year ago
Woman charged with DUI homicide in 2021 wreck that killed Clarksville man

A Clarksville woman has been indicted on charges that she killed a man in a DUI wreck in 2021.

News
1 year ago
UPDATE: Serious wreck on Richview, Memorial Drive extension traffic clearing

At least one person was severely injured in a crash this afternoon on Memorial Drive extension in Clarksville.