CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Clarksville hits population of 180,000, adding 14,000 people in only 3 years: Our population has doubled since 1995, and we’re now only two years away from surpassing Chattanooga as the fourth-largest city in Tennessee. READ MORE
Amazon confirms distribution center will open with 1,500 employees: From the day Amazon announced it would build a distribution center in Clarksville, officials have talked about the facility bringing 500 jobs. Turns out, though, that was only the minimum. READ MORE
Man gets life in prison for murder of Walmart employee over bag of chips: The man entered the store after hours and grabbed a drink and bag of chips before leaving. The clerk followed the man, who shot him over 10 times. READ MORE
Microvast lays off more employees, but plans to move engineering, R&D to Clarksville: The electric vehicle battery maker announced plans to relocate their engineering and research-and-development operations to Clarksville. READ MORE
Mason Rudolph Golf Course closing, to reopen as city park with playground, sports fields: The decision was based on three major issues: Low use by golfers, a $4.4 million bill to get the course back in good shape, and a sinkhole on the third green. READ MORE
Sinkhole in downtown Clarksville caused by damage to underground sewer vault: After conducting an initial evaluation at the intersection of College Street and North 1st Street, what was thought to be a sinkhole turned out to be structural damage to an underground combined sewer vault. READ MORE
Where Republican Tennessee House candidates stand on highways, health care and school vouchers | VIDEO: The candidates for the Tennessee State House, District 68, Republican Primary sat down with Clarksville Now to discuss issues in the campaign. READ MORE
Nashville State holds groundbreaking for expansion and renovation of campus: The project is estimated to cost around $34 million and includes the complete renovation of the college’s existing building, while adding a second building and expanded parking. READ MORE
Clarksville High clinches state tournament appearance, sets program record for single season wins: While CHS fell in the second game by a score of 9-2, the Wildcats bounced back in game three to punch their ticket to the state tournament with a 5-0 shutout victory. READ MORE
19 valedictorians and salutatorians from the Class of 2024 | PHOTOS: Here are the top students at each Clarksville-area school. READ MORE
Summer fun guide 2024: Festivals, movies, concerts and events: Here’s your annual big list of all the summer festivals, concerts, movies and more in Clarksville. READ MORE
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