CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week, including a teacher investigated for showing nude selfies to a student, a confirmed tornado and a sentencing in a fatal stabbing.
Montgomery Central teacher investigated for showing nude photos of himself to 17-year-old: The teacher, the husband of the CMCSS schools director, admits it happened but says it was an accident. READ MORE
Tornado confirmed across north Clarksville, BBB warns of storm chaser scams: The National Weather Service Nashville office has confirmed through damage reports that Sunday’s high winds and extreme storms created a tornado. READ MORE
Springfield man sentenced to 12 years for fatal stabbing at construction site: A Springfield man has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the fatal stabbing of a co-worker at a Clarksville construction site. READ MORE
Lincoln Homes redevelopment first phases to begin in July, finish by September: The Clarksville Housing Authority this week heard the latest updates on the redevelopment of Lincoln Homes. READ MORE
2nd suspect identified in 2025 fatal shooting of 15-year-old: A second suspect has been charged in the shooting that killed Ikehliayon Hite at a tobacco store on Peachers Mill Road. READ MORE
Red River Pedestrian Bridge project stalled over questions about design, existing abutments: The bridge had been projected to open this month, but it has come up against problems with its original design. READ MORE
Trail donation brings Ashland City, Clarksville step closer to connecting greenways: A set of trails known as “Eagle Pass” near the Cheatham Dam have been donated to the Greenway system. READ MORE
28-year-old Oak Grove man killed in motorcycle crash with semi: The Clarksville Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash at Dover Crossing. READ MORE
Austin Peay’s Tate McCubbin announces decision to enter transfer portal: The men’s basketball standout announced on Wednesday that he will enter the transfer portal after two seasons with the Govs. READ MORE
CMCSS ‘Grow Your Own’ teacher program puts 205 graduates in local classrooms | VIDEO: District leaders told the school board the program now has 104 teacher residents and has helped educate more than 30,000 students since launching. READ MORE
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