CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
FedEx distribution center to open later this year, bringing 250 new jobs: The new 250,000-square-foot facility will employ a mix of full and part-time employees. READ MORE
No tax increases in city budget, approved 9-3 by council: The budget includes a 5% raise for city employees, plus funding for the next phases of road construction in the Transportation 2020+ Plan. READ MORE
Industrial Park childcare center proposed with 400-800 slots offered: The Clarksville-Montgomery County IDB plans to establish a childcare facility in the South Industrial Park on International Boulevard near Exit 8. READ MORE
11 massive bridge beams delivered, coming down Boot Hill: Some very long, very heavy steel bridge beams moved through town this week, destined for the Highway 48/13 bridge. READ MORE
New schools director hired at $225,000, $5,000 less than proposed for prior director: The prior schools director, Millard House, left CMCSS after the County Commission rejected his raise to a $230,000 salary. All of it is in line with what other Middle Tennessee school districts pay their directors. READ MORE
Burgers of Clarksville: 8 local hamburger joints you need to check out: Have you tried the Best of Both Worlds? How about the Hangover, the Sumo or the D Burger? Here are some burgers you have got to taste. READ MORE
Meet the first Clarksville Now All-Area Baseball Team: It’s time to honor players representing Montgomery County schools with the first Clarksville Now All-Area Baseball Team and Player of the Year. Here’s who made the roster. READ MORE
Corpse flower blooms at Austin Peay State University, with rancid stench: The rare bloom provided visitors the stench of rotted meat. READ MORE
Judge Wayne Shelton retiring after 43 years of service: Shelton will retire as the longest-serving juvenile court judge, general sessions court judge, or any court judge in the state of Tennessee. READ MORE
Bella’s Closet working to help women be successful: With Bella’s Closet, women going through tough financial times don’t have to worry about the cost of nice clothes and accessories. READ MORE
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