Good morning, Clarksville.

Hundreds attended the 2026 Millan Foundation Banquet at APSU's Winfeld Dunn Center in Clarksville, where the event raised over $1 million since its March 2024 launch and featured a live auction, dinner, and project updates that supported student athletics, food pantries, and other vital services.

Pathway Lending will host a free business planning workshop called Plan for Profit tomorrow, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1860 Wilma Rudolph Blvd where small business owners and veterans will work with Kristen Munson to create personalized profit plans + enjoy lunch.

The Tennessee Department of Labor reports the statewide unemployment rate stayed at 3.6% in May while employers added 5,700 nonfarm jobs, with leisure and hospitality driving gains (the fourth straight month at this rate).

APSU student Ivan Lopez spent the 2025 to 2026 academic year studying in South Korea at Kyungpook National University on a Gilman Scholarship.

He traveled to seven Asian countries, mentored local students, and now returns to APSU to begin his junior year in radiologic technology.

A study co-authored by APSU’s Dr. Caitlin Shaw found that most Americans disapproved of hazing and viewed it as a public health issue.

The research shows that parents, coaches and educators can help prevent hazing by addressing harmful cultural norms.

The Clarksville Now All-Area Baseball Team for the 2025-26 season is announced, highlighting top performers from local high schools.

Keaton Anderson earned Player of the Year honors with a .500 average + 50 stolen bases while Jayden Gaylor, Anderson McAfee, Coach Todd Dunn and the Wildcats also received key awards.

The Nashville Sounds scored seven runs but fell 10-8 as the Memphis Redbirds clinched the first-half title with Luke Adams hitting three homers (his career-high in a game); the Sounds will return to First Horizon Park on Tuesday at 6:35 p.m. for a home series against the Gwinnett Stripers.

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.

Kid Kentucky Concert

7-9 p.m. — Downtown Commons — Free entry — Enjoy a night of free music with food trucks and drinks at the festive Downtown @ Sundown event.

Still Life in Graphite Workshop

1-2 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $0.88 ticket service fee + $1.00 ticket service fee — Explore the art of still life drawing and elevate your skills in a friendly environment.