CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.

Tennova, TriStar, Ascension Saint Thomas make pitch for new hospitals to business leaders: The Aspire Foundation hosted top leaders from all three for a Clarksville Healthcare Forum, giving each one 15 minutes with business and community leaders. READ MORE

Plan for new Storm Water Utility discussed with City Council, 3 flood-prone areas identified: The Council heard plans on creating a new Storm Water Utility, moving that under Gas & Water, and hiring an expert to run it. READ MORE

City Council rejects proposed budget during first vote, Frosty Morn project cut: The council met for their first vote on the proposed budget, which includes a property tax increase. While they approved several cuts, the budget failed 5-7. READ MORE

101st Airborne soldier dies in non-combat incident: A soldier from Fort Campbell died in a non-combat incident in Iraq. READ MORE

Federal disaster assistance approved for flood damage in Montgomery County: Those eligible may receive up to $43,600 for help with rental assistance, home repair and personal property replacement, in addition to other uninsured or underinsured disaster losses. READ MORE

State Sen. Bill Powers decides not to run to replace Mark Green in Congress: Powers, who was among the state leaders considered contenders to replace Green in a special election, announced he has decided not to run. READ MORE

Nashville Kats plan to use F&M Bank Arena for 2025 playoffs | VIDEO: The Kats will play the remainder of the 2025 playoffs here in Clarksville. READ MORE

Tennessee Wings of Liberty Museum hosts Topping Out Ceremony | PHOTOS: The Fort Campbell Historical Foundation offered sneak peek of the new facility, which opens next March. READ MORE

Historic L&N Train Station reopens after months of restoration | PHOTOS: Clarksville Parks and Recreation has reopened the L&N Train Station, allowing visitors to learn more about the history of the railroad in the city. READ MORE

4 football teams get taste of next season in 7-on-7 action | PHOTOS: Four Clarksville-area teams competed in seven-on-seven action at Clarksville High School. READ MORE

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