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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.

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1 year ago
UPDATE: Severe storms move past Clarksville, more storms coming this week

Clarksville storm forecast: Here’s the latest on the storms moving through our area tonight.

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1 year ago
News in Clarksville: Speeding death trial, ‘Holland’ premiere, big brother rescue and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a verdict in the speeding death trial, the Nicole Kidman ‘Holland’ movie premiere, and a big brother rescue.

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1 year ago
Severe storms expected Sunday night in Clarksville could bring large hail, tornadoes

Clarksville forecast: Severe storms are expected late Sunday night in Clarksville, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes.

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1 year ago
The Clarksville Rundown: How 15-year-old saved his siblings, why Nicole Kidman loves Clarksville | PODCAST

A 15-year-old boy rescues his younger siblings as a tree crashes into their house. Plus, Austin Peay State University is planning a tuition increase, Ryan has advice for new Police Chief Ty Burdine, and new playgrounds are built around town. Also, as Holland premieres this weekend, Ryan reveals why a Nicole Kidman movie about Holland, Michigan, was filmed in Clarksville.

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1 year ago
UPDATE: Traffic returns to normal after crash at Highway 48/13 bridge

A crash on Highway 48/13 at the McClure Bridge in Clarksville caused a significant traffic issue, according to Clarksville Police.

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1 year ago
Weekend top picks: MercyMe concert, Joel Nulty at Beachaven, writers event at library

Things to do in Clarksville: Here are our top picks, including a MercyMe concert at F&M Bank Arena, a Joel Nulty concert at Beachaven, and a writers event at the library.

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1 year ago
Weekend weather: Rain likely Saturday, chance of storms on Sunday

Clarksville forecast: Make your weekend plans for Friday night, because there’s a strong chance of rain for the rest of the weekend, with a chance of storms Sunday afternoon.

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1 year ago
UPDATE: Tylertown Road back open after wreck with injuries

Tylertown Road in Clarksville was shut down by a wreck with injuries Wednesday afternoon.

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1 year ago
UPDATE: Police locate 53-year-old man missing since March 10

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance finding 53-year-old Marshall Greenlaw.

Montgomery County Sheriff's Office patrol car. (MCSO photo)
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1 year ago
Body found in barn just northwest of Clarksville in Montgomery County

A body was found in a barn on Lafayette Road, just outside the northwest Clarksville city limits on Wednesday.