CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
‘She still had her whole life to live’: Young teen’s joyride results in 7-year-old’s death: Four kids were in the car when the 13-year-old tried to drive. He lost control and crashed, ending one young life. READ MORE
Loud ‘boom’ rattles Clarksville, but cause remains unknown: Residents speculated it could have been anything from a vehicle wreck to an earthquake, but there were no reports of injuries or property damage. READ MORE
1 in 4 patients at Tennova in Clarksville being treated for COVID-19, resources stretched: Clarksville’s current COVID-19 census of 74 hospitalized is the highest number recorded to date, and they’re urging the public to get vaccinated. READ MORE
South Korea-based company to build distribution facility, bringing 83 jobs: Shinhung Global USA, which is a supplier for LG, plans a $10 million expansion. READ MORE
‘I was born in war’: Afghan 101st Airborne soldier on his father’s protection, his family’s escape: Pfc. Zach Yousufi was safe in America. But what about his family in Afghanistan? Here’s how the Army helped them get out. READ MORE
City Council member Vondell Richmond accused of living outside his ward: Two ouster complaints have been filed, but state records show the second address is a business listing. READ MORE
20 years later, retired Army nurse looks back on 9/11 devastation: For those who saw ground zero firsthand, the 9/11 destruction was mind-boggling. Here’s the account of a local veteran who was there. READ MORE
School Board considers revising public participation policy: People wanting to address the board would get more leeway on the topic, but tighter rules about behavior. READ MORE
City Council appoints Brian Zacharias, Ambar Marquis to open seats: They replace former council members Richard Garrett and Jason Knight, who both stepped down over issues of residency. READ MORE
New drive-through COVID-19 testing sites open: Free testing sites opened this week at two city parks in response to the overwhelming need for COVID testing. READ MORE
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