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Clarksville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands are hosting a free expungement clinic to help Clarksville residents remove eligible charges and restore rights. The event will be held at Loves and Fishes (825 Crossland Avenue) on July 11 from 8 a.m. to noon. WSMV 4
- ➤ Downtown Market opens this Saturday at Public Square (8 a.m.–noon) and March to the Past brings reenactments at Fort Defiance (10 a.m.–3 p.m.); free Despicable Me 4 and a motorcycle safety event will run at RichEllen Park and the Regional Airport starting at 7:30 p.m. and 11 a.m. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Michael Torrance, president of Motlow State Community College, detailed plans to expand aviation simulation centers and launch a Whiskey Science program in partnership with the Tennessee Distillers Guild. He said the college will integrate AI into its TILT model to support dual-enrollment and robotics training across 11 counties. WGNS
- ➤ Nearly 3,300 third grade students were transported on 78 CMCSS buses to F&M Bank Arena on Thursday, May 7 for the Kiwanis Club of Clarksville's Reading Rodeo, where New York Times bestselling author Chris Grabenstein read "No Is All I Know" to boost literacy as part of a 45-year tradition. Main Street Clarksville
- ➤ APSU College of Business was recognized as one of 15 top-performing schools in the TVA Investment Challenge Program after April presentations in Nashville, where its student team achieved a 20.53% return compared to the S&P 500's 17.88% in fiscal year 2025. Clarksville Online
- ➤ More than 2,500 seniors in Clarksville-Montgomery County will graduate starting May 20 at Austin Peay State University’s Dunn Center; each ceremony will enforce a clear bag policy & use a weapons detection system. Graduates receive up to 10 tickets and ceremonies will also be live-streamed for those who cannot attend. The Leaf Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved the 2025 Tennessee State Wildlife Action Plan — a blueprint with updated strategies to protect local fish and wildlife. Conservation partners will use the plan to guide proactive actions and secure federal support. Clarksville Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Station Camp soccer won its fourth straight District 9-AA title and 12th overall by defeating Liberty Creek 2-0 on Wednesday. The team advanced to the region tournament with a strong defensive performance led by goalkeeper Holden Preston. Main Street Clarksville
- ➤ Audrey Levendusky, a standout wrestler at Montgomery Central, signed with King University's women’s wrestling team in Bristol for the fall season. She set school records with 173 wins and 134 pins — proving her talent as a two-time state champion and three-time All-American. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ After a 12-2 win Tuesday in rainy conditions, West Creek High School advanced to the Region 7 flag football title game for the fourth straight year while keeping an undefeated season. The Coyotes face Dickson County today in the championship matchup. ClarksvilleNow.com
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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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Touch a Truck Summer Reading Kickoff
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library — Free — Dive into family fun with an array of vehicles to explore and learn about their vital roles in the community.
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