CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Flooding in Clarksville: City blames natural disasters, but homeowners push back, now FEMA could step in: Several homes across Clarksville suffered severe flooding this spring, ruining homes and property, and also raising questions: Who’s to blame for surges in stormwater, and what can be done about it? READ MORE
CMCSS School Board reviews and compares current board model during retreat: As talks of the current governance model for the Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board kicked off earlier this month, all seven board members convened for their annual retreat and discussed the model in depth. READ MORE
Rezoning proposed to make way for John Deere dealership with heavy machinery in Clarksville: Around 20 acres of land off Hornbuckle Road is looking to be rezoned in Clarksville, which would make way for a John Deere dealership with an estimated project budget of around $45 million. READ MORE
Isaac Shelby becomes all-time wins leader in Clarksville High history as Wildcats defeat Northeast Eagles: While Northeast looked to hand the Wildcats their first loss of the season, it became a night of history for Clarksville High. READ MORE
Natural playground created along Clarksville Greenway, with standing logs, stick tent: The Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department has created the city’s first natural playground alongside the Clarksville Greenway just north of the Pollard Road Trailhead. READ MORE
Public meeting set for December to discuss site management plans at Dunbar Cave State Park: Tennessee State Parks will hold public meetings at 11 parks across the state, including Clarksville’s very own Dunbar Cave State Park. The meetings are being held to discuss site management plans specific to each park. READ MORE
Rossview High football eliminates Kenwood High from playoff contention on senior night: The Kenwood Knights traveled to Rossview High on a rainy Halloween night for a region 7-6A matchup with the Hawks. The Knights needed a win to keep their postseason hopes alive, but the Hawks had other plans. READ MORE
House burns down in Woodlawn, damaging nearby homes as well: The Montgomery County Fire Service arrived to find a fully involved house. It was a total loss, with damage also to the siding on the houses next to it. READ MORE
Austin Peay State University parts ways with head volleyball coach after 13 seasons: Austin Peay State University announced on Wednesday they do not plan to renew the contract of head volleyball coach Taylor Mott, who has spent the past 13 years with the Governors. READ MORE
Kirkwood running back earns Player of the Week with rushing dominance: The Kirkwood High School junior running back got it done on the ground consistently, rushing for 247 yards and two touchdowns on 28 carries. READ MORE
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