CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
‘That’s not nourishment’: School lunches scale back over supply chain issues: Lunches have looked a little different lately, with some students receiving just a hot dog and tortilla. READ MORE
After a suicide attempt: Survivors share stories of pain, thankfulness to be alive: As part of Suicide Awareness Month and to help others who may be in the same situation, Clarksville Now spoke with people who attempted suicide and survived. READ MORE
‘People don’t pretend to be depressed, they pretend to be OK’: Preventing youth suicide: Local experts weigh in on some of the causes of suicide, and some possible solutions. READ MORE
Kenwood Middle teacher dies of COVID-19, third teacher from CMCSS to die in month: James Ferebee, only 54, is the second teacher to die at Kenwood Middle in one week. READ MORE
TVA employees in Cumberland City will have to get COVID-19 vaccine: All 180 employees of the Cumberland Fossil Plant will have to be fully vaccinated by Nov. 22. READ MORE
Pill mill doctor Samson Orusa ordered to give up $918,000, Mercedes Benz: The pain clinic doctor, also a local pastor, was convicted last month on drug and fraud charges. READ MORE
Salad Station restaurant coming, planned by Kenwood High assistant principal: The popular chain is coming to town, with salad sold by the pound. READ MORE
Clarksville’s Best Nonprofit finalists are Buddy Ball and YAIPak Outreach: They will now compete in a week-long online fundraiser to see who can raise the most money for their charity group and win Gold. READ MORE
Coffee shops of Clarksville: There are a variety of interesting local options, ranging from third-wave pour-over coffee to a combo gamer/coffee shop. READ MORE
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