Good morning, Clarksville.

AAA data from Stacker showed that on August 4 regular gas in Tennessee was $2.77 and diesel was $3.44, with both prices dropping by $0.01 from last week and falling by $0.32 and $0.11 from last year—Johnson City had the highest regular gas price at $2.82 while Clarksville-Hopkinsville was among the lower-priced areas at $2.71.

Tennessee’s new Direct Admissions program will send eligible high school seniors acceptance letters with financial aid estimates in November—eliminating fees and paperwork.

More than 50 colleges—including all Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology, community colleges, and universities—will join the pilot to simplify access for over 41,000 students.

Tennessee schools have implemented a new state law banning cell phones during classes—exceptions include phone use in emergencies and during lunch for high school students while parents are urged to model healthy screen habits at home.

The law was signed by Gov. Bill Lee on March 28th.

Local leaders gathered on July 29 at Wilma Rudolph Event Center to review a new housing study commissioned by the Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission.

The report finds a gap of more than 15,000 housing units—spanning subsidized, rental, and for-sale homes—and calls for options at every price point to meet future demand.

The Tennessee Wars Commission said the 2025 grant cycle for the Civil War Sites Preservation Fund (CWSPF) will begin on August 11 and offer $3.2 million to help save historic Civil War and Underground Railroad sites.

Non-profit groups (501(c)(3)) must submit online applications by October 31 and provide half the project funds.

2025 Children's Business Fair

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Oak Grove Community Center — $10 booth fee — Kids showcase their entrepreneurial spirit with unique business ideas and products.

Clarksville R&B Paint and Sip

8-11 p.m. — Art Urban Clarksville — Cost not specified — Unleash your inner artist while grooving to smooth RnB tunes with friends and sipping on drinks.

Fifth Saturday Donation Day

10 AM – 5 PM — Customs House Museum and Cultural Center — Monetary donation of any amount — Enjoy a day of culture and handcrafted coffee delights!

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30-11:30 a.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Explore creativity through storytime, music, and craft activities designed for preschoolers.

A Great Escape to Wade's Place

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Wade Bourne Nature Center — Proceeds benefit environmental education — Celebrate Wade Bourne's legacy through the arts with auctions and local treasures.