Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of October.
Good morning, Clarksville.
Clarksville residents can tour a WWII-era landing ship at McGregor Park (Oct.
8-12, $20 adults, $10 kids) and attend a free BBQ fest at RichEllen Park on Oct. 9-10 with music and games. Fall break brings Recovery Fest on Oct. 10 plus a Downtown Commons movie marathon and magic show.
This October, StepStone Family and Youth Services urges more foster families as 9,123 children statewide await safe, nurturing homes.
Despite only 4,500 licensed foster homes being available, the nonprofit supports caregivers across locations — including here in Clarksville.
The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce and Millan Enterprises will host Business After Hours on Thursday, Oct.
22 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the new multi-use facility at 303 Fairview Lane - local business leaders can network and tour the space, with Chamber members attending without RSVP.
Billy Rae’s Clarksville Throttle Museum opened today at 181 Stone Container Drive, showcasing 54,000 sqft of classic cars, motorcycles, antiques, and memorabilia.
The exhibit spans vehicles from the early 1900s to modern models + plans to expand its space for separate car and bike displays.
APSU’s Theatre & Dance department will host Urban Bush Women (free and open to the public) for a studio performance and dance masterclass on Oct.
14 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Memorial Health Building. This event offers a unique local art experience.
APSU has established the William Harold Maki Graphic Arts Scholarship Endowment from the estate of Bill Maki to support full-time students in graphic arts.
Awards will be set annually based on the endowment’s value and spending plan to honor his legacy.
Austin Peay State University set a new record with 1,442 dual enrollment students this fall (joining local high schools and community partners) as the program expands to offer college credits to high school and homeschooled students.
The remnants of Hurricane Isaias will bring 1+3 inches of rain and winds up to 40 mph to Clarksville this weekend with the heaviest showers starting Saturday afternoon and continuing Saturday night, according to the National Weather Service.
The Tennessee Titans host the Houston Texans on Sunday at Nissan Stadium (12 p.m. CT); both teams are 0-4 and the Titans seek their first divisional win in nearly a year after 10 straight losses against division rivals.
Northeast quarterback Kayden Davis threw three touchdown passes to lead his team to a 42-6 win over Kenwood today—keeping them in the playoff hunt.
Head coach Deonte Weston said the victory marked a strong return after early season setbacks.
On Oct. 8, the Wildcats won their second straight district title by beating Kirkwood in a penalty shootout 4-2 after trailing 1-0, with freshman Lizzy Duhl scoring the equalizer in the 74th minute — securing their championship win.
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