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Clarksville
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Roxy Regional Theatre is hosting the Junie B. Jones series 'Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School' at 114 Public Square from Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. to Sunday, March 29 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are limited so early reservations are encouraged. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University launched Govs Give 2026 today, running until 7:27 p.m. tomorrow—supporting student programs and initiatives across the campus. The campaign celebrates APSU’s founding in 1927 and encourages donors to boost flexible funding for academic opportunities. Clarksville Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TDOT will conduct load testing on the Zinc Plant Road bridge over the Cumberland River starting Monday, March 23 and continuing into Thursday if needed. Motorists along Zinc Plant Road should plan alternate routes, as the road will be fully closed on Wednesday from 8 a.m. until noon. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Tennessee taxpayers who were charged penalties or interest during the COVID filing pause can file claims for a refund using IRS Form 843 by July 10, 2026 — experts advise checking records and transcripts to verify eligibility. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ Officials say the Red River Pedestrian Bridge project is stalling because questions about its design and the use of old railroad abutments require independent review — at the same meeting, the City Council approved accepting Aspire Clarksville’s donated land for future greenway development. ClarksvilleNow.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay’s women’s basketball team was named to the 48-team WNIT after a run in the ASUN Tournament and will host Texas Rio Grand Valley on Thursday, Mar. 19 at F&M Bank Arena. The team finished 19-13 with three wins in the tournament. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Voting for the boys athlete of the week, covering performances from March 9-15, is open until Thursday, Mar. 19 at 2 p.m. Local high school candidates (from soccer, baseball and other sports) await community votes to decide the winner. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ Coach Josh Heupel said he will delay naming a starting quarterback during spring practice as redshirt freshman George MacIntyre, five star freshman Faizon Brandon, and transfer Ryan Staub compete for the job. The decision will be made before the Sept. 5 opener (the QB contest is crucial for the season). The Leaf Chronicle
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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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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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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ James Clear
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