CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
School Board approves taking back power to add, change policies: For two decades, the School Board has abided by the current governance model, which delegated much of the policy approval authority to the director of schools. READ MORE
Antioch High shooter previously attended Clarksville schools: The 17-year-old who opened fire inside the cafeteria of Antioch High School has been identified as Solomon Henderson, who previously attended schools in Clarksville. READ MORE
Dunlop Mansion lawsuit against city dismissed, owner exploring alternative plans: More than a year after the owners filed a lawsuit to demolish the building at 517 Madison St., a federal judge has dismissed the case in its entirety. READ MORE
Plans for 5-story apartment downtown resubmitted to Regional Planning Commission: After being narrowly voted down by the City Council a year ago, PB&J Properties has resubmitted a proposed zone change for the northeast corner of Riverside Drive and Cumberland Drive. READ MORE
School Board reverses course opposing vouchers, to take ‘neutral stance’: A resolution approved last year that opposes school vouchers was overturned, allowing the board to take a “neutral stance” on Gov. Bill Lee’s proposed voucher program. READ MORE
New program will connect APSU students with businesses for summer internship: The idea is that rising APSU juniors and seniors will be connected to local businesses for a paid summer internship, helping to fill the 4,000-some jobs coming over the next five years. READ MORE
Kenwood High senior forward earns Player of the Week with dominant performance: The Lady Knights picked up a key district win over West Creek, and Yazmine Pearson surpassed 1,000-career points. READ MORE
Why large flocks of black birds have been swarming over Clarksville | VIDEO: Large flocks of blackbirds have been spotted recently, particularly near Governor’s Square Mall, in daily swarms that darken the sky. READ MORE
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