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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saturday offers three free carnivals for kids at Downtown Commons (11 a.m.–3 p.m.), Centerstone’s clinic (11 a.m.–2 p.m.) and the National Guard Armory (11 a.m.–5 p.m.). A cabaret fundraiser is set for 7 p.m. at Revel House Pub, and Price Is Right Live will run Tuesday at F&M Bank Arena. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Child Advocacy Center has expanded its space from 1,800 to 8,000 sqft by purchasing Dr. Garner’s former Highland Street building, a move that brings on-site forensic exams for children (saving local families a trip to Nashville). Renovations and the Hometown Heroes Walk are scheduled for August. WGNS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ALABAMA, with support from Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers, will perform at F&M Bank Arena on June 11 at 7:00 p.m. Public tickets go on sale today at 10:00 a.m. and early buyers can use the presale code MOUTAINMUSIC. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hannah Richards, an APSU alum, became Vanderbilt’s first Schmidt Science Fellow and will start research on fungal infections affecting leatherback sea turtles at Florida Atlantic University’s Marine Science Laboratory in July + she credits APSU’s rigorous chemistry program for shaping her success. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Cody Hegler, a photographer for The All State at APSU, earned a regional award by placing fifth in Best Photographer at the 2026 Southeast Journalism Conference — his achievement boosts his confidence and sets the stage for future growth. ClarksvilleNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County added nearly 30,000 residents from April 2020 to July 2025, making it one of Middle Tennessee's top five fastest-growing counties. Clarksville's mayor said managing growth requires careful planning for housing, public safety, and infrastructure (a sign of the area's appeal). The Leaf Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Titans agreed to trade with the Bills to acquire the No. 31 draft pick and additional selections for three picks before the NFL Draft. The deal, reached yesterday, is the team's first first-round trade since 2022 *aiming to strengthen its roster* and *build depth*. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ Former Lady Vols signee Oliviyah Edwards committed to South Carolina on April 23 after weighing offers from Tennessee + other schools. The five-star 6-foot-3 forward, originally set to play for Tennessee, chose South Carolina as the best fit for her future. The Leaf Chronicle
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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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Southern Soul Lovers Tour featuring Sir Charles Jones
6-9 p.m. — Wilma Rudolph Event Center — General admission — Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with the hottest Southern Soul party featuring a powerhouse lineup.
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