Clarksville

A vehicle drove through the waiting room of a Clarksville primary care medical office, causing shattered glass but no injuries. The driver was evaluated by medical responders but did not require hospitalization.

A Fort Campbell soldier from Clarksville, Robert Cecilio, 40, pleaded guilty to federal child exploitation and child pornography charges, admitting to using Snapchat accounts under the name Gabe to communicate with minor girls aged 13-18 across multiple states. He faces a mandatory minimum of 15 years in prison per sexual exploitation count, with sentencing scheduled for October 21, following an investigation by the FBI and Army Criminal Investigation Division.

Clarksville's proposed budget passed its first reading with an 11% property tax increase and significant cuts to departments like IT and Parks and Recreation. Council members expressed concerns about the tax hike and potential service impacts, with the budget requiring a second reading before taking effect.

A Clarksville Police Department cruiser was struck by a passing vehicle while officers assisted a woman experiencing a mental health crisis on 101st Airborne Division Parkway. The incident caused a one-hour road closure and damaged three vehicles, though no injuries were reported.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Nashville after allegedly pointing a firearm at another driver on an interstate. Officers found a loaded Glock 43x during a traffic stop and charged him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He was released after posting bail.

Darrius Chappel died in custody at the Montgomery County Jail after being bitten by a Clarksville police K-9 during his arrest. The Clarksville Police Department and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation are conducting use-of-force investigations, with the involved officer placed on administrative leave.

Clarksville police have located an 87-year-old woman reported missing, deceased in a wooded area close to her residence. No foul play is suspected in her death.

A Silver Alert was issued for 87-year-old Alice 'Jo' Procopio, who was last seen leaving her Clarksville home around 10:50 a.m. for the grocery store. Police found her vehicle and phone at home during a welfare check after a neighbor reported her front door open, and she has recently experienced memory issues.

The Clarksville City Council has rejected the city's proposed budget for the fourth time, leading to a tight budget situation.

A 23-year-old Clarksville man faces an especially aggravated robbery charge after allegedly attacking an EZ Market clerk with a machete during a robbery. The incident occurred at a store in Clarksville, where the suspect used a machete in the alleged attack.

A convenience store clerk at Clarksville EZ Market was stabbed multiple times during a robbery late Tuesday night. The incident has prompted an ongoing investigation.

A man was airlifted to Nashville for treatment after an apparent machete attack in Clarksville's EZ Market parking lot. Two men in separate vehicles arrived following an earlier confrontation, with one attacking the other using a machete. The injured man's condition and the attacker's status remain unknown.

Clarksville leaders are debating the cost implications of delaying major road projects. The discussion centers on whether postponing construction could result in higher expenses for taxpayers.

A Clarksville Police Department officer was placed on administrative leave following a use-of-force incident involving a police dog that bit a man during an arrest. Bystander footage shows the man being pulled to the ground by his hair and bitten by the K9 while an officer stood on him, prompting calls for improved training and accountability.

Bob’s Discount Furniture is opening four new stores in Clarksville, Franklin, Murfreesboro, and Madison, Tennessee, starting in August. The company is hiring for positions at these locations, with applications available through a provided link.

Emergency officials in Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky have opened cooling centers due to dangerously high temperatures, with a heat index reaching 110°F. The Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Thursday, and locations across multiple counties provide air-conditioned relief, water, snacks, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Clarksville City Council has failed to pass a budget three times as the July 1 fiscal year deadline approaches, with members divided over property tax increases versus service cuts. Council members disagree on funding for police, fire, road improvements, and the Mason Rudolph Golf Course, with no deal likely before the deadline.

Goodwill is opening its 32nd retail store and donation center in Nashville on June 25, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and grand opening events. The nonprofit plans to open its 33rd store in Clarksville in August 2026 and launch a 100,000-square-foot Opportunity Campus in MetroCenter this fall, including a career and technical academy and healthcare training programs.

Police in Clarksville, Tennessee, are seeking public help to identify a person of interest in a June 20 shooting on Highland Bluff Way. The incident, which occurred before 2 a.m., involved multiple gunshots causing damage to vehicles and residences, though no injuries were reported. The suspect was seen wearing all-black clothing with a white logo on a hoodie.

Gas prices in Tennessee's Clarksville area are declining after months at a four-year high, attributed to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. AAA Tennessee warns prices may rise again if Middle East conflicts escalate, though they remain nearly $1 per gallon higher than last year.

Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Franklin, and Knoxville are listed as America's newest 'Boomtowns' in a SmartAsset report. The report highlights these cities for their growth and economic opportunities.

A car crash in Clarksville, Tenn., has shut down part of 101st Airborne Division Parkway at its intersection with Whitfield Road. The eastbound lanes remain closed with no reopening time announced, and the condition of the drivers is unknown.

Clarksville police are seeking the public's assistance to identify a suspect involved in an identity theft and check fraud case. The investigation focuses on crimes related to stolen identities and fraudulent checks.

Clarksville police are investigating a man who allegedly intercepted, altered, and fraudulently cashed a check mailed by a victim for bill payment. The suspect, identified as Daniel Lee Kirby, was captured on surveillance wearing specific clothing at a bank. Authorities are seeking information from the public to locate him.

Clarksville City Council member Keri Lovato clarified that data centers are not being discussed in the city. Current regulations require M-2 zoning, which is scarce in Clarksville, making proposals difficult. Lovato stated she would oppose any rezoning requests for data centers due to concerns about community impact.

Police in Clarksville are searching for a driver who struck a motorcyclist in a hit-and-run crash Monday evening. The incident occurred after the driver fled the scene following the collision.

Tennessee's first Wawa convenience store held a grand opening in Clarksville, attracting dozens of visitors. The event marks the expansion of the East Coast-based Wawa into Tennessee.

Tennessee’s first Wawa opened in Clarksville, with over 40 people waiting in line by 6 a.m. for the 8 a.m. grand opening. The first 250 customers received free T-shirts and coffee, and Wawa announced plans to open seven locations in Tennessee this year as part of a $7.5 million investment per site, creating 1,750 jobs statewide.

Police in Clarksville, Tennessee, are searching for a white Dodge truck that hit a motorcyclist and fled the scene at the intersection of College Street and Drane Street. The motorcyclist was conscious and taken to Vanderbilt Clarksville for treatment, while investigators process the crash site and seek information.

Wawa opened its first Tennessee location in Clarksville on June 18, with plans to open seven more stores across Middle Tennessee by Halloween. The company aims to expand to 50 stores in Tennessee over the next decade, emphasizing its food-focused model over its gas station label.

Clarksville is ranked as a top 'boom town' by SmartAsset due to rapid growth, but city leaders debate property tax increases to fund infrastructure. Residents express concerns over rising costs and insufficient services despite economic expansion.

A new full-service hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Clarksville, is under construction at the intersection of Highway 76 and Interstate 24 in Clarksville, Tennessee. The $150 million project will initially have 44 beds with potential expansion to 132 beds as the community grows.

Ascension Saint Thomas is constructing a $150 million hospital campus in Clarksville, featuring 44 inpatient beds and services like emergency care, surgery, cardiology, and maternity. The project includes a Montgomery County EMS station, will create 250 jobs, and is located on 96 acres near Highway 76 and Interstate 24 in Montgomery County.

A new SmartAsset report named four Tennessee cities—Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and Knoxville—as part of America’s top 75 'boomtowns' based on housing, labor force, and GDP growth over five years. The report highlights regional trends, with the South and West leading in boomtown growth, and Florida and Texas having the most cities on the list.

Chi-Town Dogs in Clarksville, founded by Dan and Donna Johnson in the 1990s, is set to reopen after nearly five years of closure following Donna's death in 2021. Dan Johnson and longtime friend Elizabeth Self are restoring the restaurant, aiming for a June reopening with Chicago-style hot dogs as its signature offering.

Middle Tennessee communities are debating new data center projects amid existing facilities of varying sizes. The largest operational data center in the region is a 1.44 million-square-foot facility in Clarksville, while proposed projects like Fisk University's 70,000-square-foot data center and DC Blox's 69,220-square-foot facility near the Nashville Zoo have sparked public concern. Several counties have imposed moratoriums on new data centers.

A Tennessee man known as Chud the Builder is charged with attempted murder after shooting a man outside a Clarksville courthouse. The man, Dalton Eatherly, is known for posting racist videos online. He claims to have shot in self-defense.

Dalton Eatherly, a 28-year-old influencer known as Chud the Builder, was detained in Tennessee after being involved in a confrontation with another man outside a courthouse, during which shots were fired. The incident occurred in Clarksville, Tennessee, and is being investigated by local police. Eatherly is accused of firing at the other man.