CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
How we got to Tennova: Clarksville’s hospital ownership history | ANALYSIS: As three health care groups jockey for the right to build a new hospital here, how did we end up in our current situation – with only one hospital that’s been widely criticized (fairly or not) — despite decades of efforts to improve its quality and reputation? READ MORE
Ascension Saint Thomas campus to include new locations for 2 major physician groups: Tennessee Oncology and Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance (TOA) plan to join the future hospital on its 96-acre healthcare campus, pending state approval. READ MORE
Rep. Mark Green announces final day in Congress, plans to start new company: Green has informed Gov. Bill Lee and Speaker Mike Johnson that his last day will be July 20. Five Republicans and two Democrats have stepped up to replace him. READ MORE
City Council approves overlay district for Fort Campbell Boulevard, Tiny Town Road: Several council members had their concerns about the restrictions on design for new businesses, but the proposal was approved in a narrow vote. READ MORE
CMCSS responds to freeze on $12 million in federal funding: A decision to freeze billions of dollars at the federal level for K-12 education has trickled down to the local level, potentially impacting $12 million in the local schools’ budget. READ MORE
TDOT awards Clarksville Transit System $3.2 million for 2 buses, Park and Ride upgrade: Thanks to a state grant, Clarksville will soon get two new city buses and a transfer center with restrooms for the Park and Ride lot at Exit 11. READ MORE
Animal Care and Control receives anonymous donation of $300,000: As progress on the new Montgomery County Animal Care and Control shelter nears completion, the MCACC has been notified that they have received a large gift. READ MORE
‘It’s kind of a rough route’: He’s walking across America in support of men’s mental health: Tim Perreira has been walking from southern California across the United States for the past 126 days in support of men’s mental health. His journey recently brought him to Clarksville. READ MORE
Former Austin Peay football player transitions to offensive line coach with Northeast High: Offensive line coach Michael Treadwell is entering his first year as a football coach after a five-year playing career at Austin Peay. READ MORE
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