CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including on the termination of a K-9 officer, new info on Crucible Metals, and an arrest in a deadly interstate crash.
Police officer terminated after investigation into use of K-9 during arrest: A K-9 officer who was involved in the arrest of Darius Chappell, who later died in Montgomery County Jail, has been terminated from the force. READ MORE
6 things to know about plan for Crucible Metals: Jobs, bridge, not just zinc | ANALYSIS: What you need to know about the $6.6 billion global-scale smelter coming replace the Zinc Plant. READ MORE
Man charged in Red River crash that killed Air Evac pilot: The indictment comes nearly 10 months after the Interstate 24 crash that pushed a car into the Red River. READ MORE
City Council approves new distance limits for smoke shops: After weeks of debating an ordinance to require new distance limits, council passed the proposal 9-3. READ MORE
City Council approves new process for sidewalk exemptions: The ordinance originally looked to allow the streets director to exempt sidewalk requirements on a case-by-case basis. Here’s what changed. READ MORE
Sheriff Oliver, Mayor Golden, new County Commission sworn in | PHOTOS: The new County Commission was sworn in Monday, along with our new sheriff, School Board members and other county officials. READ MORE
Clarksville moves to keep city’s cybersecurity vendors confidential: The resolution keeps the identity of certain cybersecurity vendors confidential, to help protect the city from hackers. READ MORE
3 buildings complete at NorthPark Logistics, 2 more ready for construction: With the first three buildings now complete, Hamilton Development has started construction on the fourth and fifth buildings. READ MORE
Sydney Young on Miss USA finals: ‘An honor I will never take for granted’: Miss Tennessee USA has returned from her Miss USA finals appearance in Miami, Florida. READ MORE
Sea Story Sushi tells new tale of all-you-can-eat discovery: At Sea Story Sushi, guests can explore sushi and nigiri alongside ramen, tempura, yakitori, hibachi, and other hot dishes they may not have tried before. READ MORE
Bob’s Discount Furniture celebrates grand opening | PHOTOS: The opening of the new Clarksville store included check presentations to community organizations. READ MORE
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