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Clarksville
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 18, the Salvation Army of Clarksville hosted an Evening of Appreciation + Community at House of God Church where nearly 100 attendees met 10 new board members, including notable pastors and community leaders, in recognition of volunteers who helped during winter weather. ClarksvilleNow.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wawa is set to open its first Clarksville store on June 18. The $7.5 million location will create 35 jobs and is part of a plan to bring 50 stores to the state — adding about 1,750 long-term positions. WSMV 4
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices statewide went up 12 cents last week to $4.15 per gallon before easing on the weekend, with Nashville showing the highest price at $4.19. AAA spokeswoman Megan Cooper said market shifts make it likely drivers will face the most expensive Memorial Day since 2022. Main Street Clarksville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voting is open until Thursday, May 14 at 2 p.m. to select the top high school girls athlete for the week of May 4-10. Local candidates posted strong plays in elimination games and state-qualifying meets & voters are invited to help choose the standout performer. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ APSU commissioned its 1,000th Army officer on Friday evening in a ceremony honoring the Governors Guard Battalion graduates+ Cadet Christopher Martin, a criminal justice graduate who was pinned by his grandfather, marked a historic milestone that reflects the university’s strong military ties to our community. ClarksvilleNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas will break ground on June 16 for a $148.5 million health campus at the future site on north side Highway 76 just past Interstate 24. The project will feature a hospital with 44 inpatient beds + many outpatient services and is expected to create about 250 local jobs. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Officials warned April 29 that warmer weather is boosting tick activity in Tennessee from April to October in outdoor spots like tall grass, so Clarksville residents should use repellents+treated clothing and check for ticks after outdoor activities to reduce bite risks. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ The Tennessee Health Department released its April restaurant inspection scores for several Clarksville establishments, which ranged from 64 to 100. Restaurants scoring below 80 have expanded reports and must follow corrective food safety actions. Main Street Clarksville
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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