Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Phoenix Theatres celebrated its grand opening on May 22nd at Governor’s Square Mall with a ribbon cutting that unveiled ten renovated auditoriums outfitted with fully reclining love-seat chairs and five Dolby Atmos screens.
The event attracted a large crowd — many excited by the new, modern design — and featured a performance by Montgomery Central High School — adding festive energy to the celebration — as the theatre sets a new standard for local cinema.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is launching its 2025 Summer Reading Program with a free Touch-A-Truck event on June 7 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at Veterans Plaza where families can explore vehicles and speak with local drivers.
Attendees will also enjoy games, crafts, giveaways, and food trucks while signing up for the summer program.
Montgomery Central High School senior Immanuel Gilmore, 17, returned home today to graduate after a wrestling accident in February left him paralyzed—neighbors, teammates, and family lined the streets to cheer his arrival.
He regained feeling in his left arm two weeks ago and will resume intensive rehabilitation in Atlanta on Monday—his progress continues to give hope.
Clarksville Gas and Water Department turned off water service on Kraft Street from Eighth to College Street for water main leak repair — low water pressure may affect nearby areas and the eastbound lane is shifted to the center lane; repair work is expected to finish by 3:00pm today.
Women in Clarksville can get breast cancer screenings when the Saint Thomas mobile mammography bus stops at Hilltop Supermarket on June 7th and June 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.—the service is available to both insured and uninsured patients with no appointment needed.
A new study shows that Tennesseans take 12.3 years on average to save for a home down payment—while in Clarksville, buyers may need about 11.6 years given a median home price of $146,339 and local incomes—adding to the challenges of buying a house.
The Clarksville High Wildcats advanced to the state championship game after Cade Abernathy hit a walk-off in the tenth inning on Friday, and they face Farragut High today at 11 a.m. in Murfreesboro — marking the program’s first state title appearance.
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.
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.
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.
Corey Gipson Basketball Day Camp
1-5 p.m. — Dunn Center, Austin Peay State University — $150 plus $9 fee — Kids from K-6th grade can have fun and learn basketball fundamentals in a positive environment.
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