Good morning, Clarksville.

APSU’s annual Candlelight Ball raised over $409,000 to fund student scholarships as hundreds enjoyed a Derby-themed evening — featuring fascinators and floral decorations in Clarksville.

Organizers led by APSU’s First Lady designed the fundraiser to support local students.

Flooding and heavy rain have made roads feel extra slippery today, according to WSMV 4 meteorologist Joylyn Bukovac.

Drivers are urged to use extra caution as water on the streets causes delays.

The Clarksville Street Department is installing a new four-way traffic light and pedestrian crossing at Peachers Mill Road and Henry Place.

The signal will operate in flash mode for seven days starting this week and then shift to normal sequencing (this measure aims to ease traffic in a growing area).

Clarksville Gas and Water turned off service on part of Old Ashland City Road — affecting nearby Martha Lane, Alma Lane, and Redbud Lane — for a water main leak repair.

The repair crew expects to restore water by 9:00 p.m.

The Clarksville Gas and Water Department turned off water on King Street and Church Street from Charlotte Street to Forest Street for a water main leak repair.

Residents may experience low pressure until repairs finish by 10:30 p.m. today.

The new 5 A Day Salad recipe mixes 10 fresh vegetables (including spinach, romaine, bell peppers, and tomatoes, plus broccoli, cauliflower, squash, cucumber, carrots and zucchini) to offer 5 cups of nutrients in 20 minutes, making it a quick, healthy option for lunch or dinner today.

West Creek High School football is rebuilding its team while honoring late teammate Joshua Farmer during the pivotal 2026 season—following a 1–9 record last year.

With new coaching additions and increased practice intensity, the Coyotes will face a challenging schedule in Region 5–6A.

Austin Peay is set to begin its 2026 football season on Aug.

27 with a home game against Gardner-Webb as preseason rankings range from 9th to 14th nationally (returning standout quarterback Chris Parson boosts hopes after a 7 to 5 season in 2025).

Henry Ford, a versatile hitter who transferred from Virginia to Tennessee, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the sixth round with the 191st overall pick on July 12.

He hit 20 home runs for Tennessee and will now work to adjust his skills at the pro level.

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.