Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville Parks & Recreation is hosting Murder in Maui: A Tropical Mystery Dinner where guests enjoy a multi-course meal and solve a fun mystery with live actors.

Local sponsors (2nd Chance Bail Bonding and Marion Jewell) help bring this interactive night to the community.

Animal rescue groups are showcasing pets for adoption this week in local shelters.

Montgomery County Animal Care and Control at 437 Jordan Road (North Clarksville) and other rescues offer various dogs and cats to families seeking a new companion.

APSU professor Dr. Debra Rose Wilson has been selected as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing for her work advancing holistic nursing care.

She will be inducted during the annual Health Policy Conference from Oct. 8-10 in Washington, D.C.

APSU College of Business is expanding practical learning through projects with local groups, AI tool integration, and global immersion experiences to build students’ critical thinking and communication skills while faculty plan new partnerships and interdisciplinary consulting teams to ready graduates for immediate contributions.

Austin Peay State University’s Peer Leader Program renewed its international certification from the College Reading and Learning Association until Dec.

31 — reaffirming its commitment to supporting new students with peer mentoring, skills training and guidance on campus.

Leadership Clarksville has introduced its Class of 2027, welcoming local professionals from diverse fields to its 39th-year leadership program.

The members will learn about topics from government to business and build community connections over the coming year.

AAA warns that under extreme heat, cars can heat up like ovens in minutes—risking the lives of children and pets.

Drivers are advised today to check the back seat and perform quick vehicle maintenance to reduce the threat of heat-related breakdowns.

Local Dickson County girls helped Team Tennessee finish third at Battle of the States flag football tournament in San Diego – one of the nation’s top competitions.

Coach Austin Meadows praised the county players for their versatility and leadership during the tournament rounds.

Creek Wood High and Dickson County High will hold preseason scrimmages this Friday (July 31) as the Red Hawks travel to Clarksville while the Cougars head to West Creek to prepare for the season.