Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
Good morning, Clarksville.
The Clarksville Regional Planning Commission will review plans next week for a new 5,183 sqft Chick-fil-A restaurant on Fort Campbell Boulevard at Ashbury Lane, across from Planet Fitness and Popeye’s.
The fast-food chain will add 90 inside seats + 16 outside, marking its fourth local location.
For Black History Month, Clarksville honors 10 influential Black leaders who advanced civil rights, education, and community development—figures such as Geneva Bell, General Quarles Boyd, and Wilma Rudolph left a lasting mark on the city.
Leadership Clarksville is reviving its popular Lip Sync Battle on Tuesday, Mar.
3 at the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. — alumni will compete for the People’s Choice award and champion title.
APSU’s Art Department will host the free Middle Tennessee Letterpress Symposium on March 4-5 in the Art + Design Building, offering workshops and lectures by design experts.
An exhibition runs in The New Gallery through March 20, and registration is required (limited spots).
A recent WalletHub study found Tennesseans spent 2.19% of their median household income on groceries, ranking the state among the top 10 hardest hit by rising food costs.
The report noted grocery prices have increased nearly 30% since 2019 and food costs continue to strain family budgets.
The Mega Job Fair is a two-day event held on Tuesday, Apr.
14 and Wednesday, Apr. 15 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center where job seekers meet local employers and access workforce resources (including the American Job Center and other vendors).
Creek Wood girls basketball team won Tuesday’s game against Montgomery Central 64—19, finishing their perfect 10—0 season and capturing the regular‐season district title.
Abby and Caroline Baker led the team with strong play as they prepare for upcoming contests.
APSU Baseball announced its home promotional calendar at Joe Maynard Field beginning Friday, Feb.
20–22 with themed events including $3 Tuesdays and free t-shirt giveaways — future matchups feature games against Ohio, Lipscomb, North Alabama, Tennessee Tech, Western Kentucky, Central Arkansas, and Eastern Kentucky.
Montgomery Central wrestlers earned five sectional championships at the Section 4 meet in Millington and 12 wrestlers qualified for State Championships next weekend in Franklin.
The team departs Thursday for the event, with champions eyeing state medals — both boys and girls secured key wins on Friday and Saturday.
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.
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.
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.
Lipscomb Bisons vs Austin Peay Governors Baseball
1-2 PM — Raymond C. Hand Baseball Park — Secure your seats — Experience thrilling collegiate baseball action in Clarksville.
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