Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Ashley Dawn was named WGNS Good Neighbor of the Day on Tuesday, Jan.
13 for her clear approach to home and business security. She received flowers from Jenny Harrison and family at Rion Flowers Coffee and Gifts (117 S. Academy Street).
Clarksville Urban Ministries is asking for volunteers to run its emergency warming shelter at 300 Commerce Street, with shifts running 8 p.m. to midnight — and midnight to 7 a.m. Without volunteers — the shelter risks closing as the cold deepens.
Jennifer Sanchez from Steered Straight & Steered Straight Too Furniture & Thrift updated the community on founder Michael DeLeon’s cancer diagnosis and urged local prayers as she discussed faith and resilience on MLK Jr. Blvd. The thrift store now invites residents to donate, shop, or schedule its Wednesday pickup services.
Stricklen Electrical Industries was named the November Veteran Business of the Month by the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce, and the veteran-owned firm has wired about 100 homes at Fort Campbell & is working on projects in Fort Knox and locally as it plans to expand its team.
Shareholder disputes over Korea Zinc's plan to issue new shares may delay Tennessee's largest-ever mineral mining project planned for construction in Clarksville and Gordonsville from 2027 to 2029.
The funding infighting creates risks for raising the needed capital.
Tennessee will stop using SNAP benefits for processed foods and drinks like candy and soda starting July 31.
The state will share details with recipients and retailers as the effective date nears.
Debra Palka, a certified family nurse practitioner, has joined Tennova Medical Group and now accepts patients at Tennova Family Medicine on Tiny Town Road.
She provides well checks, sick visits, management of chronic conditions and routine health screenings for patients aged 12 and up.
Freshman guard Zyree Collins earned his second ASUN Player and Newcomer of the Week sweep after scoring 21.0 points and collecting 6.5 rebounds in two road wins in the Sunshine State.
The Governors will compete Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at F&M Bank Arena and Saturday in Nashville.
Jeff Rideau hit a buzzer-beater half-court shot, finishing with 30 points, to give Clarksville Academy Middle School a 49-48 win over Goodpasture Christian School on Monday at Procter Court.
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.
Candy Workshop
8-10 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Pricing includes materials and take-home apron — Create custom chocolate bars and assorted treats in this hands-on candy making experience.
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