CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Teenage carjackers slept on concrete floor at CPD office: The juvenile carjackers, both repeat offenders, had to be detained by police overnight at CPD headquarters because there was nowhere to put them. The police chief says this is unacceptable, and it has to change. READ MORE
Juvenile Resource Center tops county’s wish list for state funding: City and county officials presented their legislative agendas to state lawmakers, making an argument for a juvenile center in Clarksville. READ MORE
City plans 13 sidewalk projects to improve safety around schools: The sidewalk plans were created to address concerns about school safety. More may also be in the works. READ MORE
2 shot outside hookah bar, nearby business owner calls for solutions: A weekend shooting outside a hookah bar has one business owner concerned about rising violence, and Hookah 21 says it’s not their fault. READ MORE
Ferrari Stampi USA to expand at headquarters, adding 30 jobs: The company, which makes molds and die for ceramic tiles, will add the jobs over the next five years at its headquarters on Dunbar Cave Road. READ MORE
326 apartments at Rossview and Basham back up for vote, but neighbors still opposed: Despite taking a few weeks to address concerns from neighbors, the Highlands Apartments developer still faces opposition, mainly over traffic. READ MORE
Hundreds of acres burn at Fort Campbell: The fire started Friday during a training exercise on post. READ MORE
Several city employees will see raises after pay study: City employee pay was moved up to a minimum of $15/hour, but that led to some employees making close to the pay of their supervisors. The city is moving forward to combat this “compression.” READ MORE
Free Wi-Fi available in 2 city parks thanks to Google, 2 more on way: Thanks to a partnership with Google, Heritage and Valleybrook Parks now offer free Wi-Fi, but the tech company isn’t stopping there. READ MORE
Ghost stories of Clarksville: Hauntings and harrowing stories from local legends: Looking for Clarksville’s most haunted places? We’ve got you covered. READ MORE
West Creek quarterback locked up Player of the Week: He completed 8 out of his 12 pass attempts for 136 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. READ MORE
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