Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
Good morning, Clarksville.
APSU College of Business’s Living Learning Community boosted first-year student Kameron Young’s confidence by offering clustered housing, classes, and support during orientation — his peers earned recognition at a Jan.
22 basketball game for a combined 3.64 GPA.
Officials say winter storm recovery in Clarksville could take days as freezing temperatures slow cleanup.
City crews are using a priority map and heavy machinery to clear roads and restore power, and residents are urged to stay home.
The highway patrol urges local drivers to take extra precautions as cold temperatures and icy roads affect travel.
They advise keeping at least half a tank of gas, checking batteries and tires (and having extra supplies on hand) to stay safe on the roads.
Former Gov. Phil Bredesen recruited his former Director of Economic Development Lady Jackson to launch Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library statewide by engaging all 95 counties and gathering support from nonprofit leaders and local officials.
Her leadership—with matching local funds and significant annual investments—helped bring free books to children.
Ascension Saint Thomas opened its new Heart and Howell Allen Clinic at 101 Otis Smith Drive on Jan.
22 (offering heart, brain, spine, rheumatology and pulmonology care) as part of its plan to expand local health services.
A snow & ice storm is hitting middle Tennessee today, and Nashville Predators players are preparing with backup generators and groceries as they plan to play the Utah Mammoth at 2:30 p.m. Some players have said they feel unprepared for the weather’s impact.
Clarksville High boys wrestling clinched its 19th state dual tournament berth (its first since 2022) after a 31-30 win over Collierville in a Class AA sectional; coach Tom Huddleston said his team focused on improving each match as they prepare for the state tournament.
At Northeast High School on Thursday night, the Summit Spartans beat the Eagles 60-47 in a rematch that swept the season series.
Ford Deshazo led all scorers with 23 points as the Spartans took control in the second half.
The Summit Lady Spartans defeated the Northeast High Eagles 60+27 on a cold Thursday night at Northeast High School.
Summit guard Bridget Allee led with 18 points as the Eagles struggled, scoring just 5 points between the second and third quarters.
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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