Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville’s 2025 year in review shows a significant healthcare transformation with plans for two new hospitals and 2,600+ new jobs announced, as historic rains exposed stormwater issues and shifts in government leadership followed several resignations and appointments.

TWRA is continuing its winter trout stocking program with more than 40 urban locations offering fun fishing opportunities.

Billy Dunlop Park in Montgomery County will be restocked on February 5, 2026, and trout will average about 10 inches for local anglers + families.

Liquor and grocery stores are selling alcohol today under Tennessee law that sets New Year’s Day sales hours—this law, updated in 2018, permits sales on Labor Day and the Fourth of July as well.

Liquor stores are closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter, so check holiday hours before buying.

The City of Clarksville and Urban Ministries will hold a public meeting Friday at 6 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Madison Street UMC (300 Commerce St.) to discuss plans to convert The Well at 224 Union St. into a homeless outreach center with enhanced services.

Bob, a TriStar Horizon patient, experienced a life-threatening choking incident when nurse Teresa performed the Heimlich maneuver just before her shift ended around 7 a.m. and now he celebrates his recovery as he enters the new year.

Today, Tennessee law allows licensed chiropractors to provide limited care for animals, as long as they obtain certification from the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association and meet specific health standards (including six hours of continuing education); the law aims to reduce animal care costs, even as veterinarians warn of potential risks.

Nurses for Newborns of Tennessee provides in-home care, including health checks and breastfeeding education, to at-risk newborns and families in Rutherford County and Middle Tennessee.

The program marks its 25th anniversary — with a Night for Newborns Gala scheduled in May.

APSU men’s basketball will start its ASUN campaign today at 7:00 p.m. when it hosts North Florida at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville + the team brings a strong nonconference record and a perfect home record against the Ospreys.

The APSU Govs women’s basketball team begins ASUN play today with a game at 5:30 pm CT at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL.

The team is riding a four-game winning streak after a 73-38 win over Berry, led by standout plays from JaNiah Newell, Anovia Sheals and Jim'Myah Branton.

Paint N Sip Workshop

6-8 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $4.28 Tax + $1.23 ticket service fee — Sip some wine and unleash your creativity while painting a masterpiece.