CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
COVID-19 contact tracing isn’t happening at schools; state and CMCSS at odds over why: Many families are being left in the dark about COVID-19 exposure at the schools, and the agencies who are supposed to be handling it disagree on what’s happening. READ MORE
Pain clinic doctor found guilty in opioid case, plus health care fraud, money laundering: The doctor, also pastor of a local church, was convicted of illegally distributing opioids, health care fraud and money laundering. READ MORE
Blackhorse Pub & Brewery to restore original facade as part of post-fire rebuild: The “brewery side” will be restored thanks in part to some photos unearthed by a Clarksville historian. READ MORE
Veteran candidate for City Council asked in public meeting about his mental health: The council member reached out the next day to apologize, according to the candidate. READ MORE
Business owners discuss Downtown Entertainment District, allowing open-container: Some business owners expressed concerns about pedestrians and traffic, but most were excited about the change in rules. READ MORE
Smyrna man charged with homicide in 5-car wreck that killed mother of 4: Michelle Lazu, 28, was killed and three others were injured in the wreck. READ MORE
Discharge status of soldiers who refuse COVID-19 vaccine protected under Rep. Green amendment to NDAA: The measure would prohibit any discharge but honorable for servicemembers who refuse. READ MORE
Police: Man shoots neighbor during racist altercation, threatens to kill detective: He told police he was happy about it, and he hoped his neighbor would die, according to court records. READ MORE
Clarksville High claims Warfield Shield on game-winning 50-yard field goal: For the fourth consecutive season, the Wildcats football team has defeated the Hawks. READ MORE
Voting begins for Clarksville’s Best: The entrants were nominated by your friends and neighbors, and they’re in over 155 categories, divided into eight voting groups. READ MORE
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