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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 15, Bryan Barrett interviewed State Rep. Mike Sparks, former district attorney general Bill Whitesell, and Terri Sterling Donovan about the Child Advocacy Center's 25 years of service—last year the center served over 1,700 children and it plans to expand its space to meet growing community needs. WGNS
- ➤ The Clarksville Downtown Market reopened on Mother’s Day weekend with about 100 vendors including farmers, artisans, and food and beverage concessionaires offering fresh produce, live music, and a petting zoo for visitors. Market Manager April Sialana said the event was well-attended and that the market will run every Saturday until Oct. 4 — applications for next season will be accepted that day. Main Street Clarksville
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Clarksville Police Department arrested 35-year-old Matthew David Konen on Thursday, May 15—following a sealed indictment from the Montgomery County Grand Jury—in connection with a 2021 double homicide that took the lives of a woman and her father. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Matthew David Konen, a former Nashville Fire Department paramedic, is accused of killing his wife and father-in-law in a 2021 Clarksville case and was indicted on two counts of first-degree murder—he was booked into Montgomery County Jail on Thursday morning following his arrest in Sumner County. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ A man died after being shot at the Summit Heights apartment complex on Paradise Hill Road Wednesday night—officers arrived just before 11 p.m. and found him with a fatal wound while detectives began their investigation. WKRN
- ➤ Police responded at about 10:51 p.m. Wednesday to a shooting in Summit Heights and found a man with a gunshot wound outside a residence in Clarksville — he later died from his injuries. ClarksvilleNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas has announced it will build a new 44-bed hospital with an emergency room on 96 acres at Exit 11 in Clarksville at the intersection of MLK Jr. Parkway & Interstate 24. The $148.5 million project will create about 250 healthcare jobs, may expand to 132 beds, and will have a public hearing on July 25 for residents to share comments. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas announced plans to build a new full-service hospital on 96 acres at the Highway 76 and Interstate 24 intersection to boost local health care in Clarksville. The $148.5 million project will start with 44 beds that can grow to 132 and create about 250 jobs — a public hearing is set for July 25 during the formal review process. Main Street Clarksville
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Clarksville Academy Cougars swept Evangelical Christian on May 14 with scores of 8-1 and 4-3 to secure a spot in the state final four. The team will play Tuesday, May 20 at Middle Tennessee Christian School in Murfreesboro for a chance at the state title — it is their second final four appearance since 2019. ClarksvilleNow.com
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The Addams Family: A New Musical
2-4:30 p.m. — Roxy Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spooky and comedic musical experience with The Addams Family.
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Clarksville Anime-Fest
10 AM - 5 PM — Quality Inn Exit 4 — Check website for ticket details — Celebrate the colorful world of anime with screenings, contests, and community fun.
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Chad Reed Live Anniversary Show
8-11:30 p.m. — Good People Lounge — $20 — Celebrate four years with a live performance from Chad Reed hosted by Mike Drew and DJAY David.
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That’s So 2000s: Karaoke & DJ Party
8-11 p.m. — The Creative Circle by DBO Gallery — Free before 10 PM — Celebrate Y2K hits with karaoke, contests, and themed drinks.
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Dave & Buster's 2nd Annual Dad Games
11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Governor's Square Mall — Starting at $20 — Compete in a fun-filled arcade showdown with prizes and family-friendly festivities.
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