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Clarksville
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Music City Gyros is serving authentic Mediterranean fare in the Meadowhill Plaza parking lot on Madison Street (in front of Food Lion and across from Walmart), offering a unique cone-style gyro and fusion dishes like Shrimp Quesadillas and Buffalo Chicken Loaded Fries for local diners. Clarksville Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Wings of Liberty Museum officially opened on Friday in Clarksville after nearly 30 years of planning and a $37 million investment near Fort Campbell. The 51,000 sqft facility, built in partnership with local leaders & donors, features 79 exhibits on military history. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new college ranking released May 15 lists three Tennessee colleges based on long-term career success (median 10-year salaries, PhD rates and business founders), including Vanderbilt in Nashville ($102k), Rhodes College in Memphis ($73k) and Sewanee ($68k); additional data on other schools is forthcoming. The Leaf Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University's track and field team achieved its best finish at the ASUN Outdoor Championship in Jacksonville — earning a third-place finish with 104 points and seven medals while setting several personal and record-breaking relay marks. The Govs showcased strong performances across multiple events. Clarksville Online
- ➤ JPII soccer lost 3-0 to McCallie in the DII-AA quarterfinals on Friday, May 15, 2026, but the Knights showed promise by competing with top state teams. Head coach Zack Trobaugh praised his team's hard work, marking a season of growth that could carry momentum into the future. Main Street Clarksville
- ➤ APSU baseball lost 8-4 to North Alabama Saturday at Mike D. Lane Field in Florence — the Governors tied the game early before falling behind and will now head to the Atlantic Sun Championship starting Tuesday at Melching Field in DeLand. Clarksville Online
- ➤ The Nashville Sounds extended their win streak to six with a 12-1 victory against the Iowa Cubs at First Horizon Park— the team will close the series with a final game on Sunday at 1:05 p.m. Clarksville Online
- ➤ APSU women’s tennis players were named to the Academic All-District team Tuesday after meeting a 3.5+ GPA requirement and competing in at least 75% of contests, showcasing both strong academics and solid season records. Clarksville Online
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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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USPA Iron & Forge Invitational
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wilma Rudolph Event Center — Entry fee based on weight class — Compete in various powerlifting divisions for qualifications to national competitions.
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