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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.

Letter sent by Kenndy Law Firm to Evolve Construction's Nashville location, which was returned to sender. (Contributed by Ryan Thompson)
The Clarksville Rundown
2 months ago
The Clarksville Rundown: How Google review uncovered string of repair company complaints | PODCAST

Checking into a repair contractor dispute led Clarksville Now to several similar complaints nationwide, along with concerns raised in two states about the company’s CEO. Who knew?

News
2 months ago
Rep. Van Epps sponsors bill to double military death survivor benefit to $200,000

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the “death gratuity” or bridge payment for the families of fallen servicemembers from $100,000 to $200,000.

Suspects in a drone theft at Fort Campbell in November 2025. (Contributed)
Crime
2 months ago
Fort Campbell drone theft suspects identified thanks to public tips

The 101st Airborne Division has released more details about the theft of four drones from Fort Campbell, with both suspects identified.

News
2 months ago
MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Police seek help finding 17-year-old runaway

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a runaway juvenile.

Entertainment
2 months ago
This weekend in Clarksville: Line dancing party, then Guitarfest, Hooked on Science

The weekend ahead of spring break in Clarksville is pretty quiet, but there’s still a country music party, then some weekday events at APSU and the Downtown Commons.

News
2 months ago
Weekend weather: Beautiful weekend to end with tumbling temperatures, chance of snow

Clarksville forecast: Enjoy the warm, sunny skies this weekend, because it’s about to get cold and wet again.

Elections
2 months ago
Here’s who’s running for state House seats in Montgomery County

The state primary for governor, US Senate, US House, Tennessee Senate and Tennessee House is coming up in August, and Tuesday was the cutoff for candidates to qualify.

A line of thunderstorms near Clarksville, seen from Old Russellville Pike. (Chris Smith)
News
2 months ago
UPDATE: Strong storms moving toward Clarksville with wind gusts up to 50 mph

Strong thunderstorms were moving through the area Wednesday afternoon with 50 mph wind gusts.

News
2 months ago
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wreck blocks up Peachers Mill Road

The Clarksville Police Department responded to a crash involving two vehicles at the intersection of Peachers Mill Rd. and Allen Griffey Rd.  

Cars crashed at 101st Airborne Division Parkway and Peachers Mill Road on March 10, 2026. (Quinzy Felthauser, contributed)
News
2 months ago
UPDATE: Wreck at Peachers Mill Road backs up 101st Parkway

A wreck at the Peachers Mill Road intersection had traffic backed up on 101st Airborne Division Parkway Tuesday afternoon.