Good morning, Clarksville.

Sugar Creek Baptist Church will host its annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 25 at Dotsonville Community Center (3189 Dotsonville Road) where free school supplies for up to 480 students will be given while supplies last; complimentary refreshments and a prayer booth will be available.

Bob's Discount Furniture is set to open a new store at 2821 Wilma Rudolph Blvd in Clarksville on Aug.

10 & will launch additional locations in Franklin, Murfreesboro and Madison later in August while hiring staff.

Customs House Museum & Cultural Center announced a busy July with exhibits starting today at Harvill Gallery, featuring Cave Johnson & James K.

Polk, and multiple programs. Free military admission, Storytime & Craft on July 2 and a family art session on July 25 are highlights.

Google donated $50,000 to the APSU Foundation on June 30, 2026 to launch a Collaborative STEM Education Initiative that will offer workshops in coding, robotics, VR, and AI for rural K-12 students (targeting Cheatham, Dickson, Montgomery, Robertson, and Sumner counties).

The James N. McCutchen Detachment 603 Marine Corps League awarded Cheyenne Binkley a $500 scholarship for her essay on dependability; the high school graduate will study Business and Philosophy at APSU this fall to honor Marine Corps leader First Sgt. Loyal E.

Conard (retired).

New U.S. Census Bureau data shows that nine of Tennessee’s largest cities grew from 2020 to 2025 while Memphis lost 18,635 residents (a 3% drop).

In contrast, Clarksville increased by 12.7% and continues to gain residents.

Montgomery County held a Safety Training Day at Civic Hall to mark the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month — more than 50 employees from 22 departments learned skills like de-escalation and the proper use of safety tools, guided by Sheriff’s Office instructors.

Clarksville Gas and Water Department turned off water service along Madison Street from Holly Circle to Maxwell Drive for a water main leak repair — low water pressure is affecting the area until service is restored by 12:00 p.m. today.

Cooling shelters are open in Clarksville to offer relief as mid-90s temperatures and triple-digit heat indexes put vulnerable residents at risk.

Local nonprofits (Manna Café, Loaves & Fishes, Old Firehouse Day Shelter, and Salvation Army) have opened their doors with varying hours, so check current service details.

Austin Peay football is gearing up for the 2026 season with three key games pending — UT Martin on Sept.

26, Tarleton State on Oct. 10, and Abilene Christian at home on Nov. 14 — that could shape postseason hopes.

On Saturday, June 27, the Nashville Kats clinched a playoff win at F&M Bank Arena with a 72-20 victory over the Renegades, finishing a perfect 6-0 season in Clarksville.

Tyler Kulka threw for 143 yards & three touchdowns while Omari Alexander scored on a kickoff return.

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.