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Clarksville
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Clarksville Police Department is asking the public for help finding 15-year-old Gabriella Lizama who was last seen at 12:55 a.m. on Sept. 2 at her Foxrun Lane residence—she is 5-foot-6 with black hair and brown eyes and anyone with information should call 911. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Education released the TVAAS scores for 2024-25 this week and CMCSS earned a composite student growth score of 5 for the second year in a row—marking the first time in nearly a decade the district achieved the highest score consecutively while also raising literacy and numeracy growth scores. These results show strong performance across 17 schools and significant progress in middle school performance. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ At today's CMCSS School Board meeting, awards were given to students, faculty, and staff for notable achievements including Mrs. Gaines earning third place at a national school transportation competition in Austin and Jillian Smart scoring a perfect ACT. The meeting also recognized Rossview High School baseball and softball teams for their strong finishes in district and state tournaments. ClarksvilleNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville City Clerk Lisa Canfield earned the Certified Municipal Clerk award from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks after nearly four years of coursework and professional development. Mayor Joe Pitts and City Hall praised her dedication to high standards—her achievement shows a strong commitment to serving our community. Main Street Clarksville
- ➤ Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts selected deputy CFO Christen Wilcox as the new Chief Financial Officer for the city—she will be confirmed by the City Council today after serving as interim CFO since former CFO Laura Matta's departure. Wilcox brings more than 20 years of governmental accounting experience to lead fiscal operations. The Leaf Chronicle
- ➤ Eligible Tennessee residents must register to vote by 11:59 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 to cast their ballots in the Oct. 7 congressional special election primary to choose a replacement for Rep. Mark Green. Montgomery County voters can sign up at the Election Commission Office on Pageant Lane—online registration is available for those with a driver’s license if they cannot visit in person. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Clarksville city leaders plan to convert abandoned properties into affordable housing by establishing a land bank to redevelop unsafe buildings — the City Council legislative committee will vote on a resolution on Wednesday to urge state lawmakers to allow the city to use this tool. WSMV 4
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University will debut its Esports team on Saturday, Sept 6 at noon at ECON2 in Clarksville when the Govs Game Squad plays Tekken 8 against Middle Tennessee State University—launching a new competitive gaming program that quickly attracts students. WSMV 4
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Centerstone Life;Story 5K/10K Run/Walk/Ruck for Veteran/Military Suicide Prevention
12 PM — Cohen Clinic at Centerstone — $39-$55 — Participate in a family-friendly event supporting veteran and military suicide prevention efforts.
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Paint a Tote Workshop
5-7 p.m. — 98 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN — $12.71 total — Create a custom reusable tote in this beginner-friendly painting workshop.
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History on the Rocks
5:30-7 p.m. — Strawberry Alley Ale Works — Free entry — Enjoy local history and arts at this engaging community event featuring notable writers and artists.
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Paint a Hat Workshop
11 PM – 1 AM — 98 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN — $4.28 Tax + $1.23 ticket service fee — Unleash your inner artist by transforming a plain hat into your own wearable masterpiece.
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Jewelry Making Workshop
1-2:30 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $3.42 + service fee — Discover a variety of jewelry making techniques and create your own custom piece.
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Nashville Predators Gold Star Showcase
6:30-8:00 p.m. — F&M Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Predators in an exciting intrasquad game supporting the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
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Clarksville Farmers Market
8 AM – 12 PM — Clarksville Downtown Market — Registration Required — Kids take charge in running their own booths at a fun community market.
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Best of Clarksville Awards
5-9 p.m. — Governor's Square Mall — Fundraiser event — Celebrate outstanding businesses and individuals making a difference in the Clarksville community.
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