Good morning, Clarksville.

Urban Ministries paused its plan to partner on a homeless outreach center after weeks of debate over its impact on downtown neighborhoods — it said the group will listen to local concerns and work toward a collaborative solution.

On Monday, Maiz de la Vida and local volunteers prepared nearly 1,800 meals for people living in the cold at Metro Overflow Homeless Shelter on Brick Church Pike.

The team said they would continue serving food until supplies run out.

After a deep freeze yesterday left ice dams building on roofs, residents are urged to use safe methods like a long-handle rake and heat cables to avoid roof damage.

Integrity Roofers advises avoiding hammers or chemical de-icers that can harm shingles — safety tips come amid ongoing cold weather.

During the ice storm this weekend, volunteer Jeep Crew assisted over 170 vehicles, including a police car + two ambulances, and on Monday they transported emergency workers + 145 people until the online request form closed after 300 calls.

Soldiers and Airmen with the Tennessee National Guard are supporting state and local responders to help Tennesseans deal with snow, ice, and freezing rain since January 23.

They are helping stranded motorists and transporting essential personnel.

Sixteen new firefighters were sworn in at CFR headquarters on Friday, Jan.

23 as Mayor Joe Pitts administered the oath—each recruit earned multiple certifications and joined one of three shifts that began Saturday, Jan. 24.

The office of Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti advised residents to promptly contact their insurance company+ mortgage lender and credit card company to address financial obligations after winter storm damage.

He also urged filing claims with proper documentation, verifying contractors, and performing temporary repairs to avoid scams.

TVA restored Tennessee lines after Winter Storm Fern damaged its transmission system on Jan.

26 and is still repairing lines in Mississippi as forecast cold is set to increase power demand; local utilities are not expected to ask customers to cut usage.

Local readers can now vote for the Clarksville area boys high school athlete of the week for performances from Jan.

19 to Jan. 25; voting ends Thursday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. Eligible candidates must not have been nominated in the past two weeks (details are in the Leaf-Chronicle).

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.