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Clarksville
Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local musician Michael Davidson has become a key player in Clarksville's music scene by switching from guitar to piano and joining projects like Still Moves (he recently filled in for Possumstock ’24) and American Floyd while at MTSU. His passion (sparked by early influences) keeps him in demand among bands. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville Academy held its Annual Academic Awards Ceremony on May 7 at the Activities Center, where families and staff celebrated student achievements in academics, athletics, volunteerism, and leadership (with honorees such as JaRohn Johnson and Vicky Anderson). ClarksvilleNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Joe Pitts offered reflective commentary at Memorial Day observances, urging Clarksville residents to honor the sacrifices of military heroes and learn from their legacy. He also highlighted the opening of the Tennessee Wings of Liberty Historical Museum on Fort Campbell as a new community landmark. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ State safety officials warn of a new text scam targeting Tennesseans with messages about unpaid traffic fines. The Tennessee Department of Safety advises residents not to click suspicious links or share personal information if they receive these texts. WSMV 4
- ➤ Clarksville Gas and Water will shut off water on Wednesday, May 27th at 10:00pm on Maple Street for valve installation, with service restored at 6:00am Thursday. Road crews will redirect traffic from Fort Campbell Boulevard & Maple Street starting at 6:00pm on May 27th until work is complete. Clarksville Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Saint Thomas will break ground on June 16 at its new 96-acre hospital and health campus near the intersection of Highway 76 and Interstate 24, a project that will expand local full-service care and create approximately 250 jobs for the community. Clarksville Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Karlyn Pickens tossed a ceremonial pitch with the Lady Vols at Neyland Stadium on May 23 to mark their trip to the Women’s College World Series. The team defeated Georgia on May 22 and will face the Texas and Arizona State winner on May 28 in Oklahoma City. The Leaf Chronicle
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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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Little Picasso Workshop
10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Engage young minds with storytime, music, and creative crafts.
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