Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Montgomery County Farm Bureau donated funds to create an agriculture endowment for junior and senior APSU majors.
The scholarship supports full-time students with a minimum 2.85 GPA and gives preference to local high school graduates—managed by the APSU Foundation to help build future agricultural leaders.
On Thursday, the City Council approved the first reading of a 200-acre rezoning proposal for a major retailer near Governors Square Mall—this project is expected to bring up to 800 jobs and $6.5 million in annual sales tax revenue while the developer plans road upgrades and an extension of Spring Creek Parkway with a major announcement after the second reading next month.
Despite outbreaks in neighboring states such as Kentucky and North Carolina, Tennessee has recorded no human rabies cases this year even though 23 animal cases were reported by August 30 — the CDC tracks the virus across all states except Hawaii.
F2CON returns today at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center through September 7 with esports tournaments featuring Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear and a $10,000 bonus pool—families can enjoy open play zones, interactive vendors and food trucks throughout the weekend.
Austin Peay State University’s Govs Gaming team will face MTSU in a four-on-four Tekken 8 match on Saturday at noon live on Twitch with a watch party at APSU’s Morgan University Center.
On Sunday, Sept. 7, the Titans will open their NFL season against the Broncos in Denver with Cam Ward starting at quarterback as the team begins a major rebuild — the game will air nationwide on Fox at 3:05 p.m. and can be streamed on Fubo with a free trial.
Clarksville High and Rossview High will compete today for the Warfield Shield on TV by MyTV30 Sports—part of the Friday Night Rivals series—marking their 24th rivalry game.
The Wildcats lead with seven straight wins, and former Clarksville High player Bruno Reagan will call the game.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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