Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of September.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Starting Tuesday, Sept.
22, the Good Ground Harvest Market will run each week from 4–7 p.m. at Bible Baptist Church (3102 Prospect Circle), offering fall produce, farm-fresh meats, eggs, and local treats plus family-friendly fun until Nov. 24.
Events this weekend in Clarksville include a tribute to KPOP Demon Hunters Friday at F and M Bank Arena, a story time Saturday morning at the Montgomery County Library, Sevier Day at Ft Defiance Interpretive Center, and the Govs Creative Arts Festival downtown on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Artsville Fest returns for a free day of art and creative experiences in Downtown Clarksville on Saturday, Oct.
3 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event will feature live music on two stages, interactive art projects, and a chalk walk (supporting ArtLink Studio).
Presale tickets for Stranger Sings!
The Parody Musical are now available at the Roxy Regional Theatre (114 Public Square) with shows set from Oct. 23 to Nov. 1. Ten- and Eight-Pack holders can reserve tickets by phone between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on weekdays before sales open Sept. 17.
Austin Peay State University set a new enrollment record with 11,338 students registered for Fall 2026, led by its largest freshman class since 2018 and highest military-affiliated rate.
The university will celebrate its centennial next January and launch a $100 million fundraising campaign in April.
Everwild Preschool is hosting its Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, Sept.
12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1823 Tiny Town Road (a Reggio-inspired space for children 12 months to pre-K) with nature-based activities, food trucks, face painting, and guided tours for families.
On August 26, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification Program recertified 10 local organizations — including businesses, government agencies, and nonprofits — to update resource management practices, and a new class is scheduled for fall.
The Clarksville Gas and Water Department shut off water on Eighth Street (between Main and Franklin) today for a leak repair; service will be restored by 3:30 p.m. and drivers should use detours via Main and Franklin.
The Clarksville Gas and Water Department turned off water on Fabian Place for a water main leak repair and closed it at Rivermont Drive for local access to residents.
The work will finish by 3:30 p.m. and may cause low water pressure on Fabian Place and Hanley Court.
Montgomery County Health Director Joey Smith confirmed there are no measles cases in Clarksville as of Sept.
9. Six cases were confirmed statewide while 44 were reported in neighboring Kentucky + local officials continue to monitor the situation.
APSU soccer team earned its first season win on Thursday at Morgan Brothers Field when junior midfielder Allie Williams scored a 20-minute goal to secure a one-score shutout over UT Martin, snapping a 27-game winless streak.
The team prepares to face Jackson State next Friday at JSU Soccer Field.
APSU athletics mourned former head softball coach Chris Austin, who died Tuesday morning at 65.
Known as Sarge in Clarksville, he guided youth sports and worked as a statistician (Nave Funeral Homes are handling services) that left a lasting mark in local sports.
APSU’s returning stars Rashaud Marshall and Zyree Collins will begin their second season in Clarksville next month at an Oct.
11 exhibition against Evansville on Gary Mathews Court at F&M Bank Arena, with the season opening at home against Lane College on Nov. 2.
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