Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Montgomery County Parks and Recreation will host the Downtown @ Sundown concert on Friday, June 6 at the Downtown Commons in Clarksville — the event features Kid Kentucky, a Kid Rock tribute band, with local singer Jay Ammo opening at 7:00 p.m. Riders from Bikers Who Care, YAIPak, and Appleton Harley-Davidson will start a Mini Toy Run at 6:00 p.m. along Hwy 41-A to deliver toy donations that will bring holiday cheer to local children — food and drink vendors will also offer options throughout the event.
A crash on Purple Heart Pkwy near Jordan Road on Wednesday at 11:20 a.m. left a 69-year-old front passenger dead in a Nissan Altima while the driver remains in critical condition and a third passenger is stable—two people in another vehicle suffered minor injuries, according to Clarksville police.
Authorities issued a Silver Alert for Johnny Amabile, a 60-year-old Montgomery County man last seen in Clarksville on May 7 and described as 5'10" tall with brown hair & brown eyes who walks with a cane and has a medical condition that may affect his safety; anyone with information is urged to call Clarksville Police at 931-320-4412 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.
A woman called 911 after being stabbed in an apartment on McCormick Lane early Thursday as officers found her on the roadway near the 2000 block and took her to a hospital for treatment—detectives are now investigating the incident.
The Clarksville Street Department began Phase 2 of Spring Creek Parkway today as part of the $28 million Transportation 2020+ plan, adding a 4,500-foot roadway and a 681-foot bridge—named the Elester Garner Chapter of the Triple Nickel Bridge—to ease traffic for about 40,000 vehicles per day with work scheduled for completion in summer.
Ascension Saint Thomas—pending state approval—is planning to build a 44 bed hospital in Clarksville to ease residents' long drives to Nashville for surgeries and other care.
The facility may expand to 132 beds and offer maternity, neonatal ICU, cardiac and surgical services after a state hearing on July 25 at the Cordell Hull Legislative Building.
Today, Tennessee faces elimination in the Women’s College World Series after the Lady Vols lost 4-3 to Oklahoma on May 29 and will play Florida at 7 p.m. at Devon Park in Oklahoma City—coach relies on ace pitcher Karlyn Pickens as Florida’s offense has struggled against top pitchers.
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.
Piano Lessons by Fortissimo
6-8 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Free participation — Explore your musical journey with group piano lessons for all ages.
Rhythm & Reels: Sonic 3 Family Night
7:30 PM — Heritage Park Sports Complex — Free admission — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of games and a family-friendly movie featuring Sonic 3.
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