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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 7-month-old died, local officials released new car seat safety recommendations on Thursday, Apr. 16 to help parents ensure proper installation across community centers. WSMV 4
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three events kick off this weekend: the Nashville Kats face Michigan Arsenal today at F&M Bank Arena with tickets starting at $17.50; the DAC Art Gala takes place Saturday at The Franklin Room with limited seating; and Lizzie: The Musical performs at Trahern Theatre with multiple showtimes. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ APSU partnered with Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Fall 2025 to boost local national security education by offering students hands-on coursework, mentorship, internships, and site visits. The initiative is set to strengthen the talent pipeline for roles in the nation’s nuclear security enterprise (a milestone for college partnerships). Clarksville Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Johnathan Skrmetti said a New York verdict against Live Nation and Ticketmaster could force the company to break up — a move aimed at restoring fair competition and lowering ticket prices for local fans. A bench trial will soon decide the final remedy steps. The Leaf Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Titans GM Ran Carthon said coach Robert Saleh and GM Mike Borgonzi are likely to draft Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the fourth pick—filling a need for a versatile middle linebacker. Carthon made his prediction on The Schrager Hour on April 15. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ The Wildcats beat the Hawks 13—3 by mercy rule in a five-inning game at Clarksville High on Wednesday, powered by a six-run fourth inning. Their rubber match to clinch the series is set for today at Rossview. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Montgomery Central freshman third baseman Mattie Hathcock was named Clarksville Now’s Player of the Week for her .714 average with 20 hits during the week of April 6-12. Her strong play helped lead the Indians to an undefeated district record and she tops the team with a .478 batting average. ClarksvilleNow.com
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Living The Gospel of Jesus Christ Men's Conference
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — William O. Beach Civic Hall — Registration required — Empower yourself in faith and community through inspiring talks and worship.
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That 1 Mailman Comedy Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Ticket required — Experience the hilarious storytelling of That 1 Mailman with special guest Comedic Cody.
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Luke Severeid Live Comedy Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Tickets required — Experience a night of nonstop laughs with rising comedian Luke Severeid.
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