Good morning, Clarksville.

CDE Lightband linemen competed at the Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo in Murfreesboro last week where senior lineman Scott Deese won first in the Hurtman Rescue event while apprentices Jacob Stewart and Dylan Vinson earned top honors in their division + the team represented the utility well against 115 competitors.

Local musician Jay Ammo, who appeared on NBC’s The Voice this season, moved to Clarksville after serving in the Army in Guyana and now hosts songwriting nights at Revel House — he will also play at Tour De Ville with a full band of local talent.

Clarksville celebrated its 5th annual Juneteenth Parade on Thursday, June 19 when residents honored Black history with dance teams, marching bands, and colorful floats.

The parade marched from Commerce Street to the Burt-Cobb Recreation Center — a celebration hosted by Manifest Magic Black Girl Cooperative that also featured a community health zone at Fifth Ward Missionary Baptist Church.

Clarksville Parks and Recreation reopened the historic L&N Train Station on June 16 after months of restoration work to honor the city’s railroad history + Mayor Joe Pitts thanked community partners and city employees for their support.

The station now offers tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every third Saturday.

City Council discussed the fiscal 2026 budget and plans to manage stormwater drainage by possibly creating a Storm Water Utility under Gas & Water; the plan includes a year-long, $1 million study and hiring a dedicated stormwater manager.

The council also identified three flood-prone areas — Woodstock, Love Street and Elberta Drive — for further review and future improvements.

Fans are invited to watch the Nashville Kats host the Southwest Kansas Storm in Clarksville on Sunday, June 22 at F and M Bank Arena at 101 Main St with doors opening at 3:30 p.m. and kickoff at 4:30 p.m.—a tailgate with food, music and games will start at 2 p.m. at Downtown Commons.

The Nashville Kats will play the Southwest Kansas Storm in a playoff game at F&M Bank Arena on Sunday, June 22nd—fans can also enjoy planned tailgating, games, food trucks, and live music before the contest.

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.

Clarksville Independence Day Celebration

5-9 p.m. — Wilma Rudolph Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate America’s independence early with food, music, and fun activities for the whole family.

An Angry Mob and a Hollow Tree: Exploring Clarksville’s Railroad History

3-4 p.m. — Customs House Museum and Cultural Center — Free entry — Discover the intriguing love-hate relationship between Clarksville and its railroad history with insights from historian Todd DeFeo.

Music Reading Lessons

6-8 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Free entry — Discover the joy of music reading with hands-on lessons for all ages.

Third Thursday Market at Beachaven

4-7 p.m. — Beachaven Vineyards & Winery — Free entry — Experience local farmers and artisans while enjoying live music and wine in a beautiful setting.

Pray4TN

Join us at the Montgomery County Courthouse (3rd Street side) on Friday, July 18, 2025 for the reading of Joint Resolution 51 signed by Governor Bill Lee proclaiming July as a month of Prayer, Fasting, and Repentance. The program begins at 12 Noon with the reading of the resolution and prayers by local pastors!

Open House at 1820 Apache Way

4-8 p.m. — 1820 Apache Way, Clarksville, TN — $339,000 USD — Explore a beautifully kept 3BR/2BA home with a spacious layout and outdoor deck.