Good morning, Clarksville.

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is hosting a series of adult programs — from social media safety workshops and Tai Chi classes to DIY crafts and book clubs — starting Monday, Aug.

17 through Tuesday, Sep. 1 at its main and branch locations. Residents are invited to join and learn more at the library.

Site plans have been submitted to the Clarksville-Montgomery County RPC for an In-N-Out Burger location on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, where the Quality Inn is set for demolition.

The 3,890 sqft building will include a drive-thru canopy & 72 parking spaces plus three accessible spots, promising job growth for locals.

Sugarland announced The Ride or Die Tour, a 26-city tour celebrating Enjoy the Ride’s 20th anniversary, with a Clarksville stop at F&M Bank Arena on Nov.

3. The Grammy Award-winning duo will perform their hits live for fans.

Main Street Clarksville published the winners + finalists of the Montgomery County Main Street Awards on August 6, 2026 after local residents voted for their top downtown spots.

Clarksville native Chris Young released his memoir — The Wound is Where the Light Enters — sharing his journey from poverty to freedom after a presidential commutation and pledging a tale of second chances.

The book went on sale earlier this month, inviting readers to explore his inspiring transformation.

Gas prices in Clarksville remain the lowest in Tennessee with pumps averaging $3.32 a gallon today.

AAA credits lower crude oil prices (though volatility could change trends) for the decline while state averages stay higher.

Austin Peay State University raised over $23 million in fiscal 2026 from 7,240 gifts as local donors and corporate partners built momentum for its centennial year—strengthening support for student success programs.

City officials launched a rental home repair program to help maintain affordable rental housing by funding essential repairs for safety, health, and structural concerns.

Eligible owners can call (931-648-6133) for more details from CNCS.

Deaf community member Brice Pruyn spoke at a Montgomery County Commission meeting on Monday, arguing that inadequate sign language interpreter services risk miscommunications during emergencies & everyday meetings.

He urged the county to ensure equal access for deaf citizens so they can fully exercise their rights.

A Private Selection spicy roast beef sandwich sold at Kroger (best by dates Aug.

7 to Aug. 12) is the only product linked to a Taylor Farms salmonella outbreak in Tennessee, and the FDA advises customers to discard it to prevent illness.

Clarksville Police have responded to over 1,300 mental health calls this year (822 involved suicide threats or attempts) as trained officers work to connect those in crisis with care.

Residents are urged to call 911 for emergencies or 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

On Aug. 11, Whitney, a gentle two-year-old mixed breed from Williamson County Animal Center, won The Tennessean’s Pet of the Week by earning 67% of the vote among 10 nominated pets, showing strong local support from rescues in Middle Tennessee.

APSU extended head men’s tennis coach Kurt Kujawa’s contract for two years on Friday in Clarksville.

His team earned its first postseason win as an ASUN member and kept a strong academic record during the season.