Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Maria House in Clarksville offers stable housing for teen mothers in foster care.
Operated by Agape (nonprofit), the home opened in September 2023 to help teens build life skills and care for their babies.
The Clarksville Police Department has launched the quarterly Chief’s Shining Light Award to honor individuals with special needs who inspire through determination, kindness, and positive community involvement.
Nominations for the first quarter are accepted through March 31, 2026 via their website.
Bridge parts for the Spring Creek Parkway project are moving today along Wilma Rudolph Boulevard from about 2:30-3 p.m. (expect up to 30 minutes of delays) as police guide the load, with similar disruptions set for Wednesday and Friday.
Three longtime Tennessee advocates, Lynne McFarland, Ann Walker-King and Ellen McPherson share a lifelong commitment to activism and community change that traces back to the 19th Amendment in 1920 (their work continues to inspire future generations).
Tickets are on sale now for Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School at Roxy Regional Theatre (114 Public Square) with three scheduled performances on Friday, Mar.
27 at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, Mar. 28 at 2:00 p.m., and Sunday, Mar. 29 at 2:00 p.m.
Austin Peay State University will host the annual Asanbe-Eichhorn Symposium on March 19th at 1:00 p.m. at Morgan University Center (Rooms 303-305); genealogy expert John F.
Baker Jr. will deliver a keynote address and lead a panel discussion on his book and ancestral research.
Redfin Real Estate data from January 2026 shows that Clarksville residents need to earn at least $69,222 (with a median income of $76,331) to afford a home.
The report notes improved affordability is expected as wages rise and housing prices grow more slowly.
Voting is open for the top local high school girls athlete of the week for performances from Feb.
23 to March 1, with fans casting votes until Thursday, March 5 (2:00 p.m.) via the Leaf-Chronicle as candidates from Stewart County, Clarksville, and other area schools compete for the title.
High school baseball previews in southern Middle Tennessee show teams returning key players and adding talent ahead of a season that officially kicks off this week.
Coaches from programs such as the Battle Creek Grizzlies and Columbia Academy Bulldogs share their plans (with focus on player development for upcoming games).
Clarksville High beat Clarksville Academy 12-2 in a five-inning run-rule game on Monday’s Opening Day.
Senior Carter Hedrick hit a home run in his first plate appearance while junior Holden Lanham pitched 3-2/3 innings to lead the Wildcats to a 1-0 season start.
After beating Lipscomb 48-43 to wrap up a 16-12 season, the Govs will begin the ASUN tournament as the 8 seed.
They face Lipscomb today at 11 p.m. in Jacksonville, FL, with a win setting up a game against Eastern Kentucky.
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.
Willie Brown — Live Puppetry Show
7:30 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wit and imagination of ventriloquist Willie Brown in an interactive comedy show for all ages.
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