CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Mason Rudolph Golf Course debate aired at City Council with apology, reassurance, hints of new plan: The future of the Mason Rudolph Golf Course was a major topic at the City Council meeting, with members of the public and the council weighing in, an apology, and hints of a potential new plan. READ MORE
Boutique hotel proposed in downtown Clarksville across from Shelby’s Trio: A new boutique hotel is being planned in downtown Clarksville to complement Shelby’s Trio across Second Street. READ MORE
Brothers found guilty of manslaughter for gunning down 19-year-old: After almost 2 days of deliberation, the jury found the brothers guilty of voluntary manslaughter and other lesser charges. READ MORE
Over 4.2 inches of rain in storm, Flood Warning on Red River: That’s the fourth time since 2000 that 4 inches of rain has fallen in a single day – and the third time was earlier this month, on May 8. READ MORE
Ludacris to perform in free July Fourth concert at Fort Campbell: The legendary rapper Ludacris will be the headliner at the Independence Day Celebration concert and carnival. READ MORE
How to get a job at Amazon, opportunities for veterans and what it’s like to work there | PODCAST: The new Amazon fulfillment center will hire 1,500 employees, and hiring is ongoing now. But what does that mean and how does it work? READ MORE
7 Brew coffee drops into location on Riverside Drive: Drive-through coffee stand 7 Brew will be opening its first Clarksville location at 959 Riverside Drive this summer. READ MORE
Reward of over $55,000 for information in slaying of Fort Campbell soldier: The League of United Latin American Citizens has announced it would reward any information that leads to an arrest and conviction with $25,000. The family has offered an additional $30,000 reward. READ MORE
Kirkwood High hires experienced head coach to lead girls’ basketball team: Kirkwood announced the hiring of Micah Rochester, who will be taking over as the Lady Cobras’ second girls’ basketball coach in school history. READ MORE
New Governors head football coach Jeff Faris on what to expect this season: Faris was immediately active in the recruiting process, and he’s excited about what he’s seen in spring practice. READ MORE
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