Good morning, Clarksville.

The 2nd Annual Summer Festival takes place on Saturday, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kenwood High School (251 E.

Pine Mountain Rd.) and features indoor bounce houses, live music, food trucks, a blood drive, and local agency displays to support a future Boys and Girls Club.

The community gathered at William O.

Beach Civic Hall for the annual Memorial Day service hosted by the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization, where speeches by Grace Lord and Mayor Joe Pitts honored fallen soldiers—reminding everyone of the sacrifices made for freedom.

The Clarksville Chamber will host its 121st Giddy-Up Gala on Tuesday, June 2 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center with a social hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. The event is part of a summer lineup of networking and professional development programs.

Clarksville’s summer fun guide offers a variety of free events, concerts, and festivals from now through Sept.

22, featuring First Thursday Art Walk + Mayor’s Summer Night Lights among family-friendly activities. Check local listings for details at downtown and regional venues.

Gas prices in Tennessee fell 5 cents this week to an average of $4.12, though prices remain 39 cents above last month and over $1 higher than last year; Clarksville reported a pump price of $4.05.

AAA data show that elevated prices will stay through the summer travel season (peak demand keeps costs high).

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announced that Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6 will let residents fish for free in public waters and that youth 15 and under will enjoy free fishing through Friday, June 12.

Redfin data shows that Clarksville's median sale price increased 1.7% year-over-year to $314,126 + a 1.3% monthly rise; economists say the market is gradually resetting and affordability will slowly improve as wages rise.

Main Street Clarksville announced the 2026 All-County Softball Team, awarding four honors to Clarksville and naming Kirkwood’s Kiara Conley Two-Way Player of the Year; the Wildcats clinched a district title with a 7-1 win on May 7 (local schools provided nominees and stats).

On May 7, Clarksville Academy hosted its annual Billy Frank Smith Memorial All-Sports Program on Procter Court, celebrating achievements in varsity sports with several MVP and scholar-athlete awards.

Senior JaRohn Johnson received the top honor for his leadership, sportsmanship and performance.

APSU head soccer coach Kim McGowan has announced a 19-match 2026 schedule that features nine games at Morgan Brothers Field.

The Governors will start with a road exhibition at Southern Illinois on Aug. 7 and face teams through November.

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.

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.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Engage young minds with storytime, music, and creative crafts.