Good morning, Clarksville.

Families in Clarksville enjoy free weekend events with Fossil Funhouse downtown today at 10 a.m., Frozen With a Firefighter at McDonald’s Saturday at 11 a.m. — noon, and 'Kung Fu Panda 4' at Civitan Park Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The third Tattoo Expo runs July 9-12 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.

On June 24, Sgt. Maisen Temple and Sgt. Jacob Paz were honored at the Clarksville Police Department for stopping an armed suspect on May 14 near Riverside Drive during a hockey game.

Their quick action earned them Citizen Commendations and highlighted their commitment to community safety.

At 1243 Rossview Plaza near Exit 8, new businesses have begun marketing such as Mugsy's Coffee Company — its third Clarksville location —, Ireh K Food offering Korean banchan dishes, and Chillville Bakery and Boba with development continuing as of July 8.

Montgomery County Parks and Recreation will host Downtown @ Sundown + a Mini Toy Run on Friday, July 17 at Downtown Commons when Kid Kentucky will perform a Kid Rock tribute and riders will donate toys for local children.

Community leaders plan to turn unused land into outdoor trails that may boost the rural economy and cut health costs.

Officials in Campbell and Claiborne County are studying projects modeled on successful trails, such as the Unbound Gravel race in Kansas and the Virginia Creeper Trail.

APSU teacher resident Andrew Daniels Daniels traveled to Poland (May 9-25) on a Gilman Scholarship trip led by Dr. John Steinberg to learn about his family’s WWII past, including his great-grandfather’s narrow escape from a concentration camp.

He also visited Germany to connect with relatives.

Taxpayers in Clarksville may use the IRS’s new online filing tool to claim COVID-era refunds until today—missing the July 10 deadline may forfeit relief on penalties and interest from the disaster period.

Clarksville Gas and Water has shut off water service on Bryan Road (East Old Ashland City Road to Lisa Court) and closed the northbound lane (Luke Road to Lisa Court) for a water main leak repair scheduled to finish by 5:00 p.m. Low pressure may also affect nearby areas.

Amid a summer blood shortage, the American Red Cross Heart of Tennessee urges new donors to help hospitals with specialized donations (including platelets and Power Red) while disaster teams support local emergencies.

Executive Director John Mitchell highlights community partnerships and the Red Cross Blood App that track donations.

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.