Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville Pets of the Week spotlights adoptable animals from local rescue groups and shelters as part of this ongoing pet showcase.

Residents are invited to visit Montgomery County Animal Care and Control at 437 Jordan Road (North Clarksville) this week to explore adoption and foster options.

A24 teased its horror movie Slayground with a trailer that hints it could be linked to McKamey Manor in Summertown+ the film will release Oct.

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Teens can join a series of fun events at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library that include a board game session and music production class today from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at The Loft + North Branch Teen Space, with more creative programs planned later this week.

Voting is open for the Student of the Week poll – a contest celebrating top marching band students nominated by local school staff.

The poll runs through noon, Oct. 1.

Clarksville high school fans can vote in The Leaf-Chronicle’s girls athlete of the week poll for the week of Sept.

21. The poll — open now — will close at noon on Oct. 1 and features standout nominees from soccer, volleyball, golf, and more.

APSU Govs football earned a top-10 ranking last Monday in the AFCA Poll—marking its first such achievement in modern history and fifth overall.

The team returns Saturday at 4:00 p.m. at Fortera Stadium to face New Haven.

Titans right guard Fernando Carmona Jr. was injured on Sunday and is still being evaluated, while backup Jackson Slater suffered a significant foot injury+ the team will face the Baltimore Ravens on Oct.

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Austin Peay quarterback Chris Parson, a Brentwood native, was named UAC Offensive Player of the Week after throwing for 254 yards and scoring twice in Saturday’s 35–12 win over UT Martin.

He will lead his team on Saturday at 4 p.m. against New Haven at Fortera Stadium.

High school teams will compete in Week 7 of TSSAA football, with games across the state including local matchups such as Ezell-Harding at Clarksville Academy and Creek Wood at Clarksville Northwest.

The schedule airs on NFHS Network with multiple contests planned through the upcoming weekend.

Vote for The Leaf-Chronicle’s Boys Athlete of the Week based on standout TSSAA football and golf performances.

Voters must cast their ballot by noon Oct. 1 to choose from nominees like Ahvare Galbreath, Nate Parada, Hayden Burgess, and Samson Milleville.

Harlem Globetrotters will visit Clarksville on Friday, Jan.

22 at F&M Bank Arena for their Rivalry Tour with tickets on sale at 10 a.m. Oct. 2 and a free pregame tip off party along with interactive fan activities planned.