Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of September.
Good morning, Clarksville.
On Friday, local first responders and community members held ceremonies at Fort Campbell and at Fire Rescue headquarters to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 — while some participants joined a 110-floor stair climb at Crunch Fitness on Fort Campbell Boulevard.
Good Ground Harvest Market will open Tuesday, Sept.
22 in Sango at Bible Baptist Church (3102 Prospect Circle) and run every Tuesday until Nov. 24 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The 10-week fall market features local farmers, artisans, and fun activities such as pony rides and a petting zoo.
Retired Clarksville dentist Dr. Ernie DeWald recalled volunteering at Ground Zero after Sept.
11, helping to identify victims & catalog personal effects sent for family reunification. He said the experience left a lasting emotional impact and inspired a yearly call with a surviving firefighter.
The national average for gas rose 13 cents to $4.27 today as rising crude oil prices and market shifts boost the rate; in Tennessee, gas remained affordable, averaging ($3.89) amid competitive pricing compared to other states.
APSU College of Business and Legends Bank present the Legends of Business series this fall at the Legends Bank Lecture Hall.
Mark Blaze will speak on Sep. 23 and Janet Wilson on Oct. 28 at 12:15 p.m., offering insights on technology and urban development (seating is limited, first come, first served).
Titans linebacker Cedric Gray will miss his team’s season opener tomorrow against the Jets because he is in concussion protocol after a UTV crash — the team has elevated veteran Mohamoud Diabate from the practice squad to fill his spot.
Kirkwood’s defensive coordinator Zach Eaton led the Cobras to allow only seven points in three games ahead of Friday’s matchup against Northeast, introducing a tradition to reward shutouts with Krispy Kreme donuts while working closely with head coach Chad Watson and linebacker Lloyd Lisenbee.
Austin Peay State University hosts Morehead State this Saturday at 4:00 p.m. at Fortera Stadium for First Responders Day — wide receiver Marvin Sims will wear the No. 0 jersey in honor of the late Will Hardrick.
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