Good morning, Clarksville.

Austin Peay State University and the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center received the 2026 Award of Excellence from the Tennessee Association of Museums for a student-led walking tour project launched in Spring 2025 that drew 150 attendees in historic downtown.

It involved 20 students and produced museum internships.

On April 23, city leaders honored more than 1,400 employees at the Cause for Applause dinner held at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.

Mayor Pitts and department heads recognized Shining Stars, Rising Stars — and vital administrative staff — for their contributions to daily city operations.

Residents whose homes were damaged by the winter storm and received FEMA help can apply for a state sales tax refund up to $2,500 (covering qualifying repairs).

Claims with receipts must be filed via the TNTAP website or by mail within one year of the FEMA decision letter.

Several local shelters offer adoptable pets and foster programs this week for Clarksville residents.

Montgomery County Animal Care and Control opened a new facility at 437 Jordan Rd (North Clarksville) and invites visits to help animals find homes.

APSU’s baseball team hosts Western Kentucky in their final midweek home game today at 6:00 p.m. at Joe Maynard Field (Raymond C.

Hand Park) in Clarksville, and the Governors aim to turn around their recent series loss.

Voting for the local high school boys athlete of the week is open now until Thursday at 2 p.m. It spotlights candidates with standout performances in baseball, track and field and soccer from schools including Clarksville Academy, Rossview and Montgomery Central — a chance for our community to recognize rising talent.

The Austin Peay women’s lacrosse team ended its inaugural season on Wednesday, Apr.

22 at Morgan Brothers Field, winning four games despite injuries. Coach Melissa Rausch said she plans to add three to five experienced players via the transfer portal to help the team improve next season.

The Titans completed their NFL draft on April 27 and locked in eight drafted players (including Carnell Tate and Keldric Faulk) for their projected 53-man roster set to compete in September.

Analysts expect some bubble roles (especially among defensive backs) to be finalized at rookie camp.

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.

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.

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.