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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay’s Department of Art and Design, with the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, will install two sculptures by Brett Douglas Hunter and Howard Russo on May 5 at 9:00 a.m. in the Arts Quad. The sculptures are on loan until 2028 and open for public viewing. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Nearly two dozen local youth will perform in The Music Man JR. at Roxy Regional Theatre’s temporary home at 114 Public Square beginning Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m. The 60-minute adaptation promises family entertainment & special ticket deals for military and students. ClarksvilleNow.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Visit Clarksville is joining National Travel and Tourism Week from May 3-9 to show how visitor spending supports local restaurants, shops, and community services. The celebration underscores tourism’s role in boosting local tax revenue that funds essential programs (helping sustain favorite city amenities). Clarksville Online
- ➤ Gas prices in Tennessee have risen more than 10 cents since late April & experts say global supply concerns are pushing pumps close to $4 per gallon. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ Gas prices in Clarksville remain low at $3.69 per gallon and rank as the second most affordable among local markets, AAA data shows steady rates from last week + rising crude costs hint at continued volatility. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leadership Clarksville will celebrate the Class of 2026 at a 5:30 p.m. graduation ceremony on Tuesday, May 19, at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center (8 Champion’s Way). The event marks 38 years of nurturing local leaders through a nine month program across key community sectors. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Austin Peay students’ walking tour earned statewide praise when it received a 2026 Award of Excellence from the Tennessee Association of Museums on April 29 in downtown Clarksville. Under Dr. Cate LiaBraaten's direction, about 20 students created free, engaging routes that led to museum internships + career opportunities. The Leaf Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Southeastern Grasslands Institute at APSU released a conservation plan that identifies about 28% of the Cumberland Plateau as priority areas—12% of which are outside current protected sites—to restore open habitats and support native species. The plan is available on a public web viewer to guide future restoration efforts. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Migratory birds including Baltimore orioles, hummingbirds and warblers are arriving in Tennessee as spring continues. Experts say residents can use tools like Journey North + Cornell’s Merlin Bird ID app for tips on attracting these visitors until early May. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ SGI at Austin Peay State University has released a conservation plan to restore open habitats on the Cumberland Plateau using detailed mapping to identify targets covering 28% of the area. The plan invites partners and private landowners to join efforts (including savannas and woodlands) in protection and restoration. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Meteorologist Melanie Layden explains that residents in Middle TN can expect a significant shift in weather, and her First Alert update outlines changing conditions today. WSMV 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses, nonprofits and residents can seek low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration — funds meant to repair property impacted by January storms. Applicants should apply online or call the hotline, with deadlines of June 10 for physical damage loans and Jan. 11 for economic injury applications. ClarksvilleNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Health warns Clarksville residents to use insect repellents and treat clothing when spending time outdoors in grassy or wooded areas this spring. They advise checking for ticks after outdoor activities to reduce the risk of related illnesses. Clarksville Online
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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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