Good morning, Clarksville.

Manna Cafe Ministries is the only Tennessee nonprofit among 56 finalists for the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award and is asking locals to vote via the Chick-fil-A app to support its work in Montgomery and Stewart counties.

Voting runs from Sept. 2 to Sept. 30 — if the nonprofit wins, it will receive funding from $30,000 to $350,000 to continue its food and service programs.

Clarksville is celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with a series of free events called The Road to 250 that will feature dramatic presentations on the Mabry Stage starting tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. and upcoming patriotic concerts by the Cumberland Winds as well as civic essays on local support.

Brittani Mays, a former Miss Clarksville, organized a book drive that collected nearly 1,000 books for Title I elementary schools in CMCSS.

Local businesses and community groups, such as Bo Society Books and Khairos Coffee — supported the drive in bringing quality reading materials to students who need them.

Today, Northwest High School removed a volunteer assistant football coach after he led a prayer using a Bible during a game—sparking debate about the appropriate role of personal faith in school events.

Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools said they are investigating the incident and will provide more details once the review is complete.

The Clarksville Gas and Water Department turned off water service on Swan Lake Drive for a valve replacement work—traffic is detoured and low water pressure is expected until work finishes by about 3:30 p.m.

Voting for the Leaf-Chronicle’s girls athlete of the week for Sept.

1-7 is open and will end Sept. 11 at 2 p.m.—voters can choose from high school players in volleyball and soccer based on standout game performances.

The Nashville Kats arena football team is considering moving to Clarksville for the 2026 season while playing at F&M Bank Arena.

The arena is offering a refundable $26 deposit to fans, and if enough interest is shown, the team will make a full move to the city.

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.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30-11:30 a.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class or $50 monthly package — Explore creativity through storytime, music, and crafts for little artists.