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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.

Crime
2 years ago
UPDATE: Suspect charged with first-degree murder after domestic shooting in Clarksville

A man was killed in a domestic shooting Monday afternoon at a residence on West Creek Drive in Clarksville.

Contests
2 years ago
5 finalists named for Christmas in Clarksville lights contest, now you choose the winner!

We’ve selected five finalists for the Christmas in Clarksville holiday lights contest; now it’s time to vote for your favorite display to determine the winner!

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: Storms expected tonight in Montgomery County

With up to 2.5 inches of rain expected today, a Flood Advisory has been issued for Montgomery County.

News
2 years ago
Work week weather: Rainy, warmer days ahead in Clarksville

Clarksville forecast: We have a warmer week ahead, but only because it comes with rain.

News
2 years ago
John Carney Jr., district attorney for 28 years in Clarksville, dies at 74

John W. Carney Jr., former district attorney general for 19th Judicial District, died Saturday, according to current DA Robert Nash.

News
2 years ago
Clarksville Fire Rescue vehicle crashes with car on 101st Airborne Division Parkway

A Clarksville Fire Rescue vehicle responding to a medical emergency crashed with a car Sunday morning.

News
2 years ago
UPDATE: 2 teens killed, 1 injured in overnight wreck on Interstate 24

Two people were killed in a wreck on Interstate 24 in Clarksville early Sunday morning.

News
2 years ago
News in Clarksville: Swan Lake’s future, Spring Creek Parkway update and other top stories this week

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a plan to drain Swan Lake at Dunbar Cave State Park, an update on Spring Creek Parkway and more.

News
2 years ago
Car catches fire, crashes into building on Guthrie Highway causing second fire

A car caught fire and crashed into a building on Guthrie Highway Friday night.

News
2 years ago
The Clarksville Rundown: Dunbar Cave’s Swan Lake: Drain it or embrace it? And who eats the geese? | PODCAST

The state wants to drain Dunbar Cave State Park’s Swan Lake, saying it’s nasty and too expensive. But lots of locals love Swan Lake and its visiting geese. Also, Spring Creek Parkway is looking finished, but is it really? And Chris is doing a callout for your favorite Clarksville pizza styles.