CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
In heated meeting with confused vote, School Board denies charter school: There was a lot of uncertainty after the board voted, and the public was not quiet in voicing their confusion. READ MORE
What will be offered at Ford Ice Center: A range of activities from pickup hockey games to figure skating are now available to the public. And coming soon, public skate rentals, classes, leagues and more. READ MORE
Weapon detection system could be tested at local schools: The weapon detection system expands to about 24 feet of open space for students to walk through, and it can read up to 4,100 people per hour. READ MORE
APSU will provide paid parking for F&M Bank Arena visitors: The arena will begin hosting major events in the next few months, but the parking garages aren’t ready. APSU has offered a solution. READ MORE
10 things you probably didn’t know about Clarksville: What’s the deal with that pink elephant? Why is it called Boot Hill? Where’s that train station mentioned in “Last Train to Clarksville”? These 10 things about Clarksville will help fill in the gaps. READ MORE
Girls’ flag football taking off in local schools: The Tennessee Titans pushed an idea to bring girls’ flag football to area schools. Clarksville jumped right in with seven local teams. One coach explained how it works, and some of the big differences. READ MORE
School system asks for funds to repair roofs, avoid ‘catastrophic failures’: Roofs on seven schools are at the end of their 20- to 25-year lifespan, and bad weather has only worsened their condition. READ MORE
Arson confirmed at College Street auto shop: Video cameras captured images of the arsonist’s vehicle as it drove through nearby parking lots on College Street. READ MORE
Annexation proposed for land near Exit 4, with rezoning for offices, homes, hotel: The 208-acre tract is just north of Exit 4, and could become home to a new VA facility, developers said. READ MORE
Jamrok Caribbean Buffet offers taste of home with Jamaican and Guyanese flavors: Where are you going for lunch? Get a $50 gift certificate for only $25 and try out Jamrok Caribbean Buffet in Clarksville! READ MORE
Clarksville High pitcher awarded Player of the Week for production through 9.1 innings pitched: After pitching 9.1 innings this week, the CHS pitcher allowed 6 hits, allowed 2 earned runs, had 1 walk and had 9 strikeouts. READ MORE
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