CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Campbell double murder trial: 6 takeaways from testimony: Witnesses in this week’s trial for 66-year-old William Roger Campbell, charged with the deaths of his elderly adoptive parents, ranged from police detectives to a horologist – a clock specialist. READ MORE
How Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools solved the bus driver crisis: This time a year ago, CMCSS had 26 open bus routes and a major shortage of drivers. To fix it, they turned attention to two big problems: driver pay and student behavior. READ MORE
Convention center moving forward, planned off Ted Crozier Boulevard: The Economic Development Council has taken another step towards getting a convention center in Clarksville. READ MORE
Carjacking suspect flees police, crashes on Old Russellville Pike: He carjacked two vehicles and tried to get another one before police located him. He crashed trying to get away. READ MORE
Clarksville Housing Authority begins search for new director, commissioner resigns over $311,000 in payments: CHA is now looking for a permanent executive director, and one commissioner has resigned over payments to the interim director. READ MORE
Water main break forces water usage restrictions and closes schools: Clarksville was under a mandatory water restriction order after a 30-inch water transmission line break. READ MORE
University Landing off-campus apartment complex sells for $20.1 million: The apartment complex on University Avenue sold for a whopping $20.1 million to an Atlanta firm. READ MORE
Video tour of F&M Bank Arena: Construction of the F&M Bank Arena is all but complete, and it’s just about ready for move-in day. Clarksville Now toured the site for a look at the mostly finished product. READ MORE
117 died of overdose in Montgomery County in 2021: Of those who died by drug overdose in Montgomery County in 2021, 98 had fentanyl in their system. One group is working to help prevent those deaths. READ MORE
Rossview forward earns Player of the Week: In one game, he dropped 26 points, which included six three-pointers. He also secured six rebounds and two assists. READ MORE
Beaver 100.3 Hunting & Fishing Expo coming up this week: Featuring boat displays, animals, archery and classes by the Army Bass Anglers, the Beaver 100.3 Hunting & Fishing Expo is back and with fun for everyone in the family. READ MORE
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