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.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Surprise strong thunderstorms rolling toward Clarksville

A surprise set of strong thunderstorms is rolling across Middle Tennessee today. Here are the latest updates.

Fall Guide
4 weeks ago
How did Oktoberfest start, and whose idea was this anyway?

The first Oktoberfest occurred as part of a wedding in 1810, and the celebration has kept coming back, with beer, polka and German food,

Gary the Guardrail at Trenton and Tylertown Roads. (Casey Williams)
News
4 weeks ago
Gary the Guardrail going away with road widening at Trenton, Tylertown Roads

Gary the Guardrail is going away, thanks to a road-widening solution at the corner of Trenton and Tylertown Roads in Clarksville.

Entertainment
1 month ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Mellencougar, Spartans hockey, Bankin’ Festival, Oktoberfest

Here are our top Clarksville picks, including a John Mellencamp tribute band, the Red River Spartans, a Red River festival, Oktoberfest and a Pokemon Con.

School Board District 3 representative, Herbert Nelson, announces his resignation during the CMCSS School Board formal session, Aug. 26, 2025. (Jordan Renfro)
News
1 month ago
Applications being accepted for Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board vacancy

The County Commission is taking applications to fill the School Board, District 3, vacant seat, to fulfill the remainder of the term.

Michael Powers booking photo from July 11, 2022. (MCSO, contributed)
Crime
1 month ago
UPDATE: Suspect in murder-suicide previously convicted in 1996 Clarksville homicide

Michael Powers, who Clarksville Police say killed his parents and then took his own life, was convicted of homicide for a shooting in 1996.

Crime
1 month ago
3 people found dead in home in Wingate neighborhood in Clarksville

Police responding to a deceased person call found three people dead inside a home in the Wingate neighborhood of Clarksville Tuesday afternoon.

Fall Guide
1 month ago
5 fall drink recipes that make pumpkin spice look like grandma’s iced tea

Sip, share, and celebrate autumn style with five fall drinks: perfect for enjoying all season long!