CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
Child’s face burned playing with novelty dragon torch in MAPCO: A 10-year-old boy noticed a Dragons Breath butane lighter on a display case in easy reach of children, according to his mom. With the touch of a button, he suffered second-degree burns. READ MORE
Mayors give updates on roads, performing arts center, Animal Control, branch library: The mayors gave their annual updates at the Mayor’s Power Breakfast, with new information on several key projects. READ MORE
New city parking garage taking shape downtown: Have you seen the parking garage coming together in downtown Clarksville yet? Here’s the latest on that project. READ MORE
July Fourth parade, half-marathon, nighttime farmer’s markets, Mudfest coming: Several new City of Clarksville events are in the works for 2024. READ MORE
Clarksville Headhunters Rugby team looks to build up roster: The team has served as the premier local rugby team for years on end. However, as they enter 2024, the team looks to the local community to build their roster up. READ MORE
Old Abe’s Brew House opens with 14 beers on tap at Lowes Drive in Clarksville: Old Abe’s Brewhouse is located in the former location of Tennessee Valley Brewing Company, and the Fort Campbell-themed brewery carries on the tradition with TVBC’s brewmaster at the wheel. READ MORE
Montgomery Central High names Wyatt Page new head football coach: Last season, Page led the highest scoring offense in Sycamore High School’s history. He takes over a Montgomery Central program that won only one game in two seasons. READ MORE
Northwest High promotes Mark Hall from defensive coordinator to head football coach: Northwest High School announced Mark Hall will be elevated to be their next head football coach after previously serving as the team’s defensive coordinator for two seasons. READ MORE
Imari Berry honored for 2,000-point achievement, Wildcats take down Yellow Jackets: The Clarksville High basketball standout has done it again. On Dec. 21, she scored her 2,000th career point, and this week she was honored in front of a home crowd. She was also named Clarksville Now Player of the Week. READ MORE
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