Good morning, Clarksville.

Families can join the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library on Saturday, June 20 at 10:00 a.m. for Dads and Donuts, featuring story time, a craft for a keepsake, and complimentary donuts + coffee at 350 Pageant Lane #501.

David Starnes (a U.S. Army veteran) received a new roof from POWCO as part of the national Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project after being approved through a partnership with Purple Heart Homes.

The project has provided more than 800 roofs since 2016.

The Center for the Arts is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a production of Hairspray running June 12 to June 21 and a packed summer schedule featuring youth camps and a photography exhibit (tickets available at boroarts.org).

The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center will host a Storytime and Craft event for International Picnic Day on Thursday, June 18th at 10:30 a.m.—families can enjoy picnic-themed stories and create a fun craft while exploring the museum's engaging programs.

Free admission is available for members and included with regular museum tickets for others.

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, a local report recaps 10 moments that shaped Clarksville, from its founding in 1784 and tobacco industry boom in 1858 to its Civil War captivity, historic railroad growth, & evolving education and military influence.

The review shows how these events forged our diverse identity.

APSU's board approved a 4% tuition increase for undergraduate and graduate classes, keeping mandatory fees steady (3.23% to 3.4% overall) for the upcoming 2026‑27 academic year after a June 5 meeting.

Wyatt Randall from Clarksville will study Mandarin this summer in Taiwan under the National Security Language Initiative for Youth scholarship.

He will live with a host family to learn the local culture and represent the U.S. as a citizen ambassador.

Tennessee’s new law will take effect July 1 and ban THC products with a concentration over 0.3% (including heated THCA that converts to THC), requiring valid ID for in-person hemp purchases by those 21 and older.

The Tennessee State Veterinarian tightened import rules amid a New World Screwworm scare, requiring certificates that show imported warm-blooded animals are free of wounds and NWS (valid for seven days) from affected areas.

The rules will remain in effect until Sept. 4 to protect livestock health.

On June 3, USDA confirmed that a calf in Zavala County, Texas had New World screwworm larvae, and Tennessee livestock owners are urged to inspect animals for signs of infestation because the pest cannot overwinter locally — no local cases have been reported.

Chandler Kirton, a five-season veteran for the Govs, helped his team secure a historic FBS win on Aug.

30 at Johnny Floyd Stadium. The Florida native earned numerous honors and stayed loyal to Austin Peay, strengthening community ties in Clarksville.

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.

Soap Making Workshop

2-4 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Workshop fee with additional service fees — Learn to create your own cold process soap in this hands-on experience.

Kerwin Claiborne Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Ticket sales final — Enjoy a night of nonstop comedy gold with nationally touring stand-up comedian Kerwin Claiborne.

Open Mic Night at Jokers Comedy House

7-9 p.m. — Joker's Comedy House — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with aspiring comedians sharing their talent on stage.