CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
State pours $20 million into newly named Tennessee Wings of Liberty Museum: The long-sought military museum could have groundbreaking next year, radically changing north Clarksville. Here’s what to expect. READ MORE
Murder trial: Ogburn found guilty of killing woman by ‘unloading AK-47’ into car: Witnesses said he leaned out the window and fired 11 rounds into a car, seeking revenge for yet another shooting that night. READ MORE
City in early talks to purchase Clarksville Speedway, but deal nowhere near finish line: The City of Clarksville has expressed interest in buying the Speedway, but an agreement on any such purchase is far from done, says Speedway owner William Scogin. READ MORE
Library branch, Stokes Field, animal shelter included in proposed county budget: Several popular and long-sought county projects are included in this year’s budget, which will be up for a vote next month. READ MORE
Girl faces criminal charges over school shooting threat at West Creek Middle: The juvenile female has been identified, and criminal charges are being filed against her over the shooting threat. READ MORE
Teenager arrested in February shooting death on Manning Drive: He was arrested this week, and police said more arrests are expected in the case. READ MORE
$6 million parking deck proposed for City Hall lot, potentially doubling number of spaces: The deck would go atop the parking lot commonly used for most of the Downtown Market, which would be moved during construction. READ MORE
13-year-old girl organizes protest over pending Roe v. Wade decision: She wrote to her representatives but didn’t want to stop there. She helped organize a peaceful demonstration, marching from City Hall to the County Courthouse with a group of over 50 people. READ MORE
4 redevelopment districts proposed to revitalize downtown: How do you clean up and improve old industrial areas? Here’s one solution designed to improve run-down areas and make the city more walkable. READ MORE
Prom night 2022: Check out the photos from Rossview High and Middle College.
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