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Clarksville
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Clarksville hosts a John Mellencamp tribute at Downtown Commons from 7-10 p.m. as the Red River Spartans kick off their season at F&M Bank Arena while Saturday offers the Bankin’ Festival in Adams from noon-9 p.m. to raise funds for local charities, Oktoberfest at The Fallen Brewery with live music and German food, and a PokeKon Fest at Quality Inn Hotel Exit 4 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ClarksvilleNow.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ CDE Lightband received a top-tier Aa2 credit rating from Moody’s Ratings for its upcoming bond issue, marking its 13th consecutive year with this rating. The system issued $45 million in bonds on Aug. 14 — high investor demand led to a low interest rate and funds that will pay for new substations and other electric assets. ClarksvilleNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University opened its new Health Professions Building on Sept. 11 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony—attended by university leaders, elected officials, community partners and donors. The 114,600-square-foot facility now houses healthcare programs for nursing, radiologic technology, medical laboratory science and other fields while also offering community clinics for training and low-cost care. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ APSU’s Institute for National Security and Military Studies will host Dr. Bruce Bechtol Jr. on October 1 for a student talk from 1:00—2:30 p.m. in the Morgan University Center Room 307—followed by an evening lecture at Old Glory Distilling Co with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. and complimentary food with a cash bar; his presentation will explain North Korea’s role in aiding Iran’s military development. Clarksville Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting began on Sept. 17 for a special election to fill the vacant U.S. Congress seat left by Mark Green—nineteen candidates, including state representatives and a local businessman, are competing for the office with key issues like gun rights, taxes, and reproductive care. The contest will take place on Oct. 7 and covers a large area from Clarksville to parts of Nashville. The Leaf Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jonell’s Journey, a nonprofit that supports breast cancer patients, survivors and caregivers, will host its Pink and Black Gala on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the William O Beach Civic Center to raise funds for vital support services. Tickets are available now—sales will close at 7 p.m. on Oct. 11 and proceeds will fund education and care programs. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ A recent study using NHTSA data shows Tennessee passengers are safer in taxis than ambulances—ranking the state 9th in the safety gap. The findings were based on extensive data analysis. WSMV 4
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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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Artsville Fest
5-9 p.m. — Downtown Clarksville — Free entry — Celebrate local artists and enjoy live performances at a vibrant community festival.
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