Good morning, Clarksville.

Strong storms on March 15 disrupted power in Middle Tennessee as high winds (up to 75 mph) left thousands without electricity in Clarksville and nearby areas.

Electric companies deployed repair crews and planned further support to restore service.

On this week's episode of Clarksville Conversations, Charlie Koon interviews local duo Chris & Stephanie Travis who left firefighting and education to launch Travis Electrical Service and an apprenticeship program to train future electricians in Clarksville.

CMCSS's Grow Your Own teacher residency program now has 205 graduates teaching in local classrooms and 104 residents enrolled.

District leaders reported Tuesday that the program has educated over 30,000 students, achieved a 98.67% first-day fill rate, and improved teacher retention since its start.

APSU named Dr. John R.

McConnell as the new dean of the Eriksson College of Education today. He will focus on expanding educator preparation and building strong partnerships — priorities that aim to benefit students and local schools.

APSU Food Pantry announced a new partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank to boost student access to fresh produce, frozen foods and case management tools as the pantry prepares to move into the Millan Foundation Impact Center next year — the collaboration improves access to SNAP resources.

National chain restaurants are offering St. Patrick’s Day deals on March 17, with Krispy Kreme giving free green doughnuts to customers in green.

Applebee's, McAlister's Deli, and Raising Cane’s are also featuring themed drinks and special offers for the holiday.

APSU lacrosse is taking on Iona today at 11:00 a.m. at Morgan Brothers Field for its final nonconference match after a recent loss to Winthrop.

APSU baseball clinched its first Atlantic Sun Conference series win with a 12-3 victory on Sunday at Knights Field in Louisville — Paris Pridgen led the rally as the team will meet Ole Miss on Tuesday at Oxford University Stadium.

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.

Darren Brand Live Comedy Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Ticket sales are final — Experience high-energy comedy from Wild 'N Out star Darren Brand at Joker’s.