Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Montgomery County Parks and Recreation reached milestones with playgrounds at Fredonia and Stokes Park open, the Lone Oak Community Center on Highway 48 nearing completion before year's end, and Carmel Park in design for a pickleball complex — the Fredonia Community Center will hold its 100th celebration Sept. 10-12.
Cumberland Electric warned residents on Thursday about a website that is collecting deposits for utility services — the company advised customers to use only its official channels and verify any unexpected visits from utility workers.
It urged people to call with any concerns.
Chi-Town Dogs on Riverside Drive is aiming to reopen at the end of June after nearly five years.
Founded in the 1990s, the restaurant — known for its Chicago-style pure beef hot dogs — will serve lunch Wednesday through Saturday.
Boneyard Skatepark (rebuilt from an old warehouse) opened in town and now offers a massive skate park with a world-class ramp along with a live music stage featuring local bands and national skateboard sponsors.
The venue also includes a pro skateboard shop with graffiti artwork to boost the vibe.
The library hosts Mr. Rich Super Science on Friday, June 26 at 350 Pageant Lane with shows at 10:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Tickets are available at the door for family-friendly experiments featuring dry ice, bubbles, and dancing coins.
Several Tennessee public universities are proposing tuition and fee increases for the 2026-27 academic year; Middle Tennessee State, UT campuses + Austin Peay trustees plan to raise funds for scholarships, services and programs.
UT proposals allow public comment until June 22 and board votes on June 30.
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization partners with VFW to host a Flag Day retirement event tomorrow at VFW Post 4895 (1701 Haynes St.) in Clarksville.
Residents can drop off worn flags during business hours as the ceremony honors proper flag disposal.
Former Rockvale and current Auburn junior Ja’Kobe Tharpe set a world record in the 110 meter hurdles yesterday at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene + he broke the old record by clocking 12.75 seconds in the preliminaries while earning his second national title.
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.
US Revival with Elder Seth Peasah
5 AM – 9 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Clarksville Riverview — Free entry — Experience a powerful spiritual revival with uplifting worship and community connection.
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