Good morning, Clarksville.

At Geodis Park on Jan.

5, Brig. Gen. Travis McIntosh of Fort Campbell said partnerships with local schools, fire departments, and businesses help build a strong bond between the military and community — a connection that even encourages soldiers to stay in the area after their service.

Owen Hanson, a former football player who developed his protein ice cream idea while serving time, will have his product on Middle Tennessee store shelves this week + the entrepreneur plans to offer a nutritious treat.

Applications for Tennessee's Education Freedom Scholarship open Tuesday, Jan.

13 at 12 p.m. CT and close Jan. 30 — the second-year voucher program offers 20,000 spots on a first-come, first-served basis while officials work to fix last year's glitches.

Local animal rescues are featuring adoptable pets this week at the new Montgomery County Animal Care and Control facility at 437 Jordan Road.

Visitors can meet well-cared-for dogs and cats and learn about fostering and adoption options (foster programs are encouraged).

The Northwest Lady Vikings beat the Rossview Lady Hawks 43-36 on Monday at Rossview High as a 16-0 run in the later quarters helped secure the win — their first over Rossview since 2022.

Armani Smith scored 32 points as the Kirkwood boys edged out Kenwood in a recent game.

Coach John Stigall praised his early morning gym sessions as key to his skill and dedication on the court.

APSU (Austin Peay) men's basketball forward Collin Parker was named the ASUN Newcomer of the Week on Monday after scoring 26 points in one win and averaging double-digit points in other wins.

He will play in a Thursday contest against Florida Gulf Coast followed by a game against Stetson.

The Clarksville Rugby Club returns for the 2026 season with training sessions every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Dixon Park, welcoming players of all experience levels, and the team will play its first match on January 31 to boost community sports.

Rossview Hawks earned a 65-57 win over the Northwest Vikings Monday at Exit 8, led by Israel Dillard’s 24-point, double-double performance that helped the team secure 39 rebounds.

The Hawks now prepare to face the Clarksville Wildcats in their first district game Friday.

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.