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Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gary Sinise Foundation and Whataburger provided a nearly $33,000 grant for Swiftwater rescue gear (boots, dry suits, helmets) to Clarksville Fire Rescue, aiming to reduce PPE sharing amid extreme weather and previous floods. The donation will help the team protect local residents during future emergencies. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ The annual Beaver 100.3 Camp Rainbow Radiothon is underway now to support a summer camp for children with medical needs at Brandon Springs. Listeners can pledge by phone at 931-648-7721 or online today, with support sponsored by Wyatt Johnson GMC. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Bella’s Closet held its second annual Fashion Show Fundraiser at APSU’s Dunn Center where Mayor Joe Pitts welcomed over 500 guests who enjoyed donated clothes on the runway & a silent auction with nearly 100 gift baskets and lunch from Smoked Goodies. Main Street Clarksville
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Employers can boost veteran hiring at the free Veteran Ready Business Recognition Symposium hosted by Tennessee Department of Veterans Services and the Clarksville Industrial Development Board. The event takes place in April at Freedom Point at Liberty Park, 250 Marina Way and features Commissioner Baker. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University’s Zone 3 Press will host award-winning writer Toni Jensen for a free public reading and book signing at 7 p.m. on Feb. 19 in Art + Design Room 120, where attendees will also join a Q&A session. ClarksvilleNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TVA's board voted unanimously to keep the Kingston and Cumberland coal plants open — a decision that reverses a 2024 plan to close them as rising demand from population growth and new data centers fuels the need for all energy options. TVA said the plants meet environmental standards and provide reliable power. WSMV 4
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville hosts a variety of Valentine’s and Galentine’s celebrations today and tomorrow, featuring cocktail classes, live music, cookie decorating and partner yoga at local venues like The Thirsty Goat, Old Glory Distilling and Art Urban. The Leaf Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville Academy clinched a 52-40 win over the University School of Nashville today in the division II-A middle district quarterfinals, and the Cougars will face Goodpasture in the semifinals later today. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ APSU baseball kicks off its season today at 8:05 p.m. CT in Las Vegas, where the Governors face UNLV in a four-game series (at Earl E. Wilson Baseball Stadium at Roger Barnson Field). The team returns with five key All-ASUN players from last season. Clarksville Online
- ➤ APSU Softball is heading to Louisiana for the three-day, five-game Carl Vincent Invitational at Joe Miller Field in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Governors will open today — with a game scheduled at 11:00 a.m. vs Lamar and additional contests set through Sunday. Clarksville Online
- ➤ TSSAA announced on Thursday, Feb. 12 (yesterday) that finalists for 2026 Mr. and Miss Basketball were chosen from eight Midstate schools, highlighting local talent for the upcoming season. Main Street Clarksville
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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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Faizon Love Live at Joker's Comedy House
8-10 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — General Admission tickets available — Join Faizon Love for a night filled with raw and hilarious comedy.
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Adult/Teen Clay Workshop
2-4 p.m. — ArtLink Studio — $3.42 + fees — Unleash your creativity in a fun, hands-on clay workshop for ages 14 and up.
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