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Clarksville
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville Parks and Recreation unveiled six benches and two tables made from recycled wind turbine blades at Valleybrook Park, 213 Crossland Ave. The project — funded by a Community Development Block Grant and supported by local organizations and art students from Austin Peay State University— offers new seating for residents and reinforces the city's commitment to a sustainable environment. ClarksvilleNow.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Massage Envy — Tiny Town is reopening on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1780 Tiny Town Road, Suite G, offering demos, giveaways and exclusive specials for new members as part of a community celebration. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Altra Federal Credit Union held a groundbreaking ceremony on Oct. 6 at its new branch on Sidney Brown Court in Sango, which will be the third branch offering full retail, mortgage, and business services—construction is set to begin by the end of October with an expected opening by fall 2026. ClarksvilleNow.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Price is Right Live will come to F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville this spring, featuring a celebrity host and classic game sets—contestants may win prizes from appliances to a new car—while tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. The live show will take place Tuesday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ The Price is Right will come to Clarksville at F and M Bank Arena on April 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. for local fans to join the live stage show with a celebrity host. Main Street Clarksville
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices across Tennessee rose two cents last week to an average of $2.75 — Clarksville recorded the lowest price at $2.66 compared to Jackson’s $2.81, Nashville’s $2.79 and Memphis’s $2.78. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University in Clarksville has become the first Tennessee college to count military service as equal to a college degree for most staff jobs—veterans can apply based on their military pay grades, ranging from an associate degree to a doctorate. The university set up a public webpage to explain these equivalencies and support local veterans looking for work. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Joe and the late Cathi Maynard donated funds to create the JoAnn and Frank Hindsley Endowment for APSU students tied to Army service in arts programs—honoring Joe's mother and stepfather. Eligible students must be full-time, hold a 2.3 GPA or higher, and be active duty or honorably discharged from the Army—scholarships renew if eligibility continues. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ ILMC held its annual adult spelling bee in August and raised over $67,000 — including a $25,000 Google donation — to fund free books for nearly 10,000 children. The record fundraiser will support early childhood literacy over the next five months. Main Street Clarksville
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local beekeepers in Clarksville meet regularly to learn best practices for managing their hives— they attend classes, join clubs, and use grants to overcome high start-up costs and the challenges of reduced forage areas from local development. These groups share equipment and mentor new members to help keep bees healthy and productive. Clarksville Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Calvin released his Week 8 predictions for Montgomery County football games, noting that the Clarksville Wildcats are expected to win 24-21 over the Shelbyville Golden Eagles in a tough home game. He also forecast wins for teams like Rossview, Kirkwood, Cane Ridge, Kenwood, Henry County, Marshall County, and Donelson Christian—making Thursday a key day for these matchups. Main Street Clarksville
- ➤ Alessandra Sullivan is a wide receiver for Kirkwood Cobras who will play in their first-ever championship Tuesday night. She grew up playing football with her two older brothers — a passion that helped her make history by scoring the team's first touchdown by a girl. ClarksvilleNow.com
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9th Annual Oktoberfest
12 PM – 11 PM — Beachaven Vineyards & Winery — Entry fee may apply — Celebrate fall with German beers, local wines, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment.
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VanMire Halloween Party
6-9 p.m. — The Back Nine Golf — Free for members, $20 for non-members — Celebrate Halloween with a costume party and golf challenge at this unique venue.
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Little Picasso Workshop
10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Explore creativity through art, storytelling, and music designed for preschoolers.
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AMA Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series
7-10 p.m. — F&M Bank Arena — Exciting racing action — Experience high-octane thrills as top riders battle on challenging dirt tracks.
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Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series
7-10 p.m. — F&M Bank Clarksville - Downtown — Tickets required — Experience thrilling bar-to-bar racing at the Clarksville Round of the Arenacross Series.
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Little Picasso Workshop
10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Engage in art, music, and sensory play designed for preschoolers.
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Trunk or Treat in the Silo Park
6-9 p.m. — Old Glory Distilling Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween event with candy, live music, and fall beverages.
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Little Picasso Workshop
10:30-11:30 a.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Explore creativity through art, music, and play tailored for preschoolers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People are rewarded in public for what they practice for years in private.
~ Tony Robbins
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