Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Austin Peay State University and the Division of Student Affairs will host an Earth Day Fair on Tuesday, April 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Morgan University Center Plaza where community members can test drive electric vehicles—and on Thursday, April 24 the university will hold Plant the Campus Red, a flower and tree planting event that adds 4,000 flowers and four new trees to campus with free shirts, gloves and snacks for the first 150 volunteers.
Lowe's is holding its SpringFest sale until April 16 — offering up to 40% off on GE appliances, DeWalt power tools and more for home improvement.
Shoppers in Clarksville can also find deals on items like $2 mulch and tool cabinets to kickstart their spring projects.
Mega Job Fair is a regional event that will be held at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 16, offering job interviews with over 20 companies from Middle Tennessee and Fort Campbell.
The event will also include a new Resource Center (powered by Get Pete! Pete Olson Injury Law) to provide job-seekers with advice (from local vendors) to help prepare them for work.
Clarksville Academy announced on April 10th that Sean Jones was named head boys’ basketball coach while Sean Wilson and Charles Clark were named high school and middle school athletic directors—moves that mark the transition from interim roles to permanent positions during a press conference.
Record-breaking rainfall flooded the Farmington subdivision near Exit 8, causing raw sewage backup on Veronica Court and forcing families like the Ryals to evacuate their waterlogged homes for shelter in hotels.
Montgomery County Highway Department crews tried to move the stormwater but were overwhelmed—residents also noted a massive sinkhole forming behind homes at Forsythia and Remington Trace that raises concerns about property safety.
Floodwaters remain around several Clarksville homes after last week's heavy rains as residents like Keith Barker returned to find mud-covered driveways and damaged vehicles while power is being restored.
Mayor Joe Pitts said the city is reviewing flood maps to plan for future storms—neighbors worry that more rain will lead to further outages and slow cleanup.
On April 5th, 2025, the family of Sgt. 1st Class Angel Adames-Arce honored his service with the 65th Infantry Regiment (the Borinqueneers) by receiving a bronze replica of his Congressional Gold Medal at the Immaculate Conception Family Life Center.
Nearly 80 family members and friends attended the ceremony as they paid tribute to his military legacy.
Tax Day 2025 is less than a week away and Tennesseans must file their returns by April 15—those who need more time can file an IRS extension to October.
The IRS reported a slight drop in filings from last year and warned that refunds, averaging about $3,450, may be delayed for those who choose paper checks or claim tax credits.
Tennessee’s statewide spring turkey hunting season starts April 12th and runs until May 25th.
Hunters in all 95 counties must follow rules that limit them to one male turkey per day—only one of which can be a jake.
Fort Campbell Eagles Hockey vs. Team Kentucky
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Ford Ice Center Clarksville — General admission ticket allows access to both games — Catch the exciting two-game hockey series featuring local teams.
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7-8:30 p.m. — F&M Bank Arena — Ticketed event — Dive into the magical realms of Frozen and Encanto with an enchanting ice performance featuring beloved characters and music.
Nighttime Easter Egg Hunt
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Tie Breaker Park — Registration required for a chance to win grand prizes — Search for thousands of stuffed eggs in this fun nighttime hunt.
Clarksville Cars and Coffee
9 AM – 12 PM — Getsome Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of car enthusiasts gathering over coffee and conversation.
Disney On Ice - Frozen & Encanto
3:00-4:30 p.m. — F&M Bank Arena — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the enchanting tales of Frozen and Encanto through dazzling ice skating performances.
Branded Christian Seminar
8 AM – 2 PM — Morgan University Center — Free entry — Engage in inspirational talks and discussions to deepen your faith and explore Christianity.
Nazzy Knits Crochet Workshop
5-7:30 p.m. — 98 Franklin St — $5.41 total — Learn the basics of crochet and work on your projects with others.
The Addams Family: A New Musical
2:00 – 3:40 PM — Roxy Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a unique musical experience featuring the beloved Addams family in this engaging production.
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