CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
6 dead dogs found at New Providence home, 22 neglected dogs rescued: The rescued dogs can’t be adopted out yet, and Animal Control is already at capacity. People are urged to help by adopting existing shelter dogs. READ MORE
Mayor gives up on road, sidewalk plan, will present budget with no tax increase: With less than a week to get a budget approved, and the City Council refusing to support a tax increase, Mayor Joe Pitts has shelved the proposed Transportation 2020+ Plan. READ MORE
Fort Campbell to open new middle school in 2023, start barracks renovations this year: Funding for the school had been diverted to pay for the border wall, but that funding has since been restored. READ MORE
Brother’s shootout death leads woman to create foundation to support surviving families: In the aftermath of her loss emerged one of the few local organizations that aims to support bereaved families and friends, end gun violence and provide safer outlets for youth. READ MORE
Chicken wing shortage has restaurants running out, changing menus: The national shortage is ruffling feathers at local restaurants, causing raised prices, limited menus and temporary closings. READ MORE
Driver fires at deputies during 2-county chase: After an attempted traffic stop in Stewart County, the man fired shots and fled into Montgomery County, where he again fired at officers, according to law enforcement. READ MORE
Fort Campbell adding new bar code scan for gate access: Drivers entering Fort Campbell won’t notice much change – unless you’re using a fake military ID or have outstanding criminal warrants. READ MORE
Business owner indicted by federal court on 4 counts of tax fraud: The indictment alleges that even though he made more than $1 million a year, he falsely reported zero business income. READ MORE
101st Airborne Division puts boots on the ground, artillery in the sky for Week of the Eagles: Fort Campbell hosted a Division Review with over 10,000 soldiers at attention, and showed off its capabilities with an Air Assault Demonstration. READ MORE
5 top quarterback and wide receiver duos entering 2021 high school season: Here are the football duos to watch for when football comes back this fall. READ MORE
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