CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
City Council sends proposed apartments at Rossview and Basham back to RPC: Developers of the 326-unit apartment complex plan to move the access to Warfield Boulevard. READ MORE
Two serious semi wrecks tie up Interstate 24: The interstate was shut down in two places, with separate wrecks within hours, then a third wreck that sent traffic into Clarksville. READ MORE
5% raise in base teacher, staff pay proposed for Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools: The change will take the starting teacher salary up to $44,000, and there are plans to bring it even higher in the next budget. READ MORE
Khandra Smalley, community and business leader, dies in Clarksville: The community leader’s work helped many business and nonprofit organizations, from the Industrial Development Board to the public library. READ MORE
Billion-dollar industries have eyes on Allensworth site: A $3 billion unnamed industrial development is among those eyeing the 420-acre farm. READ MORE
12-year-old girl hit by vehicle on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard: The girl ran out onto Wilma near Trenton Road. She was later in critical but stable condition. READ MORE
David Allen leads fundraising among mayor candidates: The former City Council member outraised the incumbent mayor in the month before Election Day. READ MORE
Hiking in Clarksville: Exploring the trails of Dunbar Cave State Park: The trails meander through the woods, around the lake and over the mouth of the cave. Check out the video. READ MORE
Clarksville Academy quarterback nominated for Mr. Football Award: He’s a semifinalist for the 2022-23 award. READ MORE
Blippi’s video with 3-year-old superfan published online: That Blippi appearance that created so much excitement it shut down Clarksville for an afternoon? The video is now out! READ MORE
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