Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville Parks & Recreation announced the Wonder Kids Triathlon (a noncompetitive swim, bike and run event for children ages 3 to 12) that will be held on Saturday, July 25 at Beachaven Pool; registration costs $40 per child and includes a race shirt and medal.

Camp Rainbow opens its doors every summer for kids with disabilities and local volunteers create a caring environment—guiding campers with fun activities.

The program honors dedicated heroes making a positive impact in our community.

APSU Foundation got a gift from Dr. Ernest and Joan De Wald to create the Drs.

D.W. and Ben Howard Pre-Vet Endowment. The fund will help pre-veterinary students at APSU with a 3.0 GPA, honoring local veterinarians (including one with over 40 years of practice).

Outer lanes on Wilma Rudolph Blvd in Clarksville will close for four weeks near Walmart for work on Spring Creek Parkway, a new road designed to ease traffic.

TDOT will begin widening Trenton Road in 2029 (project details pending) to better handle the increased flow.

TriStar Northcrest Medical Center broke ground on a new standalone emergency room in Pleasant View on June 30, costing $11.7 million (expected to open early next year) with 11 treatment rooms and advanced imaging equipment to improve emergency care for local residents.

A new SmartAsset study shows that Tennessee families with median incomes now need 8.8 years to save for a 20% down payment—25 months more than in 2016—while minimum-wage earners face a 44.3-year timeline.

The report also ranks Tennessee in the top 20 for increased home saving time.

Austin Peay State University Athletics posted record revenue, donations and digital reach during the 2025-26 academic year in Clarksville.

The department increased revenue by 10% and raised record numbers during Govs Give while its teams broke attendance records at F and M Bank Arena and set new academic marks.

Bowhunter Games kicks off Aug.

20-23 at Pine Ridge Farm with elite archers and local hunters competing in a family-friendly archery festival. A free sneak peek for active-duty military is held on Aug. 19 (with 53 vendors) as the event is expected to boost local spending.

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.