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Clarksville
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Edley's BBQ is offering free pork sandwiches plus a warm refuge for outage victims and power restoration workers at its Middle Tennessee locations until power is restored in the state. WSMV 4
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Insomnia Cookies will hold its grand opening on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 119 N. First St. The new location has enjoyed several weeks of support since its soft opening + offers cookies, brownies, and ice cream in a historic downtown setting. ClarksvilleNow.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Roxy Regional Theatre will present its “Love on the Rox” Cabaret & Martini Night on Feb. 14 at 6:00 p.m. in its temporary downtown location at 114 Public Square, featuring musical tributes to classic scores & admission that includes two martini tickets. Clarksville Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville Gas and Water Department is repairing a water main on Norman Drive – causing a water outage, low water pressure, and road closure with a detour via Kleeman Drive, and repairs are expected to finish by 5:30 p.m. today. Clarksville Online
- ➤ The Clarksville Gas and Water Department is repairing a water main on Thompkins Lane tonight, causing low water pressure in the area; the road is closed from Gibson Drive to Crossland Avenue — detours are in place until repairs finish around 3:00 a.m. Clarksville Online
- ➤ The Clarksville Gas and Water Department is repairing a water main on Farris Drive today between Summer Street and Eight Street — repairs should finish by 7:30 p.m. and motorists must follow detours while low water pressure may affect nearby homes. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Austin Peay State University near downtown Clarksville received a positive state audit report from the Tennessee Comptroller reviewing its fiscal 2025 records with no findings. APSU President Mike Licari said the report affirms the university’s commitment to transparent financial management — a key achievement for the local community. Main Street Clarksville
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vanderbilt University Medical Center will complete its full acquisition of Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville tomorrow, adding the 270-bed hospital on Highway 76 to its network. Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden met with VUMC leadership at the Mailroom in downtown to mark the transition. Main Street Clarksville
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ UT Horticulture Extension Agent Lucas Holman advises that most landscape plants will naturally recover from the winter cold, though ice-damaged branches may need corrective pruning (without applying a protective coating) to prevent hazards; gardeners should choose hardy varieties suited for Tennessee. Main Street Clarksville
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay football coach Jeff Faris secured 43 transfer portal players from January 2-16 to boost the squad for the 2026 season in Clarksville. Notable signings include local receivers Chance Fitzgerald and Braylon Harmon who will support star quarterback Chris Parson. ClarksvilleNow.com
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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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Stained Glass Workshop
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — 98 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN — $12.71 total — Create your own stained glass design in this beginner-friendly workshop.
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~ Winston Churchill
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