Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville’s top news this week examined the hospital ownership history amid plans for a new campus that will add two major doctor groups pending state approval and announced Rep. Mark Green’s final day in Congress is July 20.

The City Council approved a new overlay district for Fort Campbell Boulevard — other stories include a potential $12 million cut in school funding, a state grant for two new city buses and a Park and Ride upgrade, a $300,000 donation to Animal Care and Control, a cross-country walk for men’s mental health, and a former football player becoming a coach at Northeast High.

Hundreds of people attended the grand opening of Phoenix Theatres at Governor’s Square Mall where the new movie theater features heated reclining seats and five screens with Dolby Atmos — the renovated building also has a larger lobby and modern design to improve service.

Walmart recalled about 850,000 Ozark Trail 64 oz water bottles on July 10th because the twist-on cap can fly off when the bottle has stored food or drinks — three consumers reported injuries, with two suffering serious eye damage, and shoppers may return the product for a refund.

Customs House Museum’s F&M Bank Huff & Puff Express Model Train Exhibit in downtown Clarksville offers a miniature circus-themed world with interactive rides and live train shows.

The exhibit is open daily and live trains run today from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with additional shows on Wednesdays, Fridays, and the last Saturday of each month.

At Fort Campbell, the Army Medical Readiness Battalion held a change of command ceremony as Lt. Col. Peter M.

Doyle took over from Lt. Col. Patrick Glass – who led the unit with dedication. Col. Sam Preston hosted the event as the battalion celebrated past leadership while preparing to keep soldiers medically ready.

On Saturday night, the Nashville Sounds beat the Durham Bulls 13-1—taking the series lead with three home runs in the early innings—and key plays from Logan Henderson and Drew Avans helped secure the win.

The team will try to win the series finale today at 12:05 p.m. CT at Durham Bulls Athletic Park before the All-Star break.

Austin Peay State University head men’s golf coach Easton Key signed Jackson Wise from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College to the Governors’ 2025-26 roster on Friday.

The Pontotoc native helped his team win the 2024 NJCAA DII Men’s Golf National Championship—earning MACCC honors and a top national ranking during his sophomore season.

Northwest hired former Clarksville Academy coach DeeDee Smith as its new boys basketball coach, and he said the team is gritty, upbeat and determined.

Smith led the Cougars to a 13-13 record last season before resigning in February—he played college basketball at Lipscomb, Vincennes Community and Austin Peay.

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.

Clarksville City Amateur Championship

Tournament Time — Jul 26-27 — The River Club Golf & Learning Center — Cost Unavailable — Compete in a 36-hole stroke play event for amateur golfers in the local community.

Kids Drawing Workshop

12-1 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Minimal fee — A fun and engaging drawing session for young artists aged 5-9 to explore their creativity.

Fort Campbell Military Spouse Meet Up

9-10 a.m. — Black Rifle Coffee Company — Free drinks — Connect with fellow military spouses in the community over a cup of coffee.

Rhythm & Reels: Captain America Movies Under the Stars

7:30 p.m. — Liberty Park — Free admission — Enjoy a lakeside evening with food, games, and a screening of Captain America: Brave New World.