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Clarksville
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dotsonville Community Center saw a large turnout at its annual Ice Cream Social where families enjoyed a yard sale, Cub Scouts launched rockets in a Welcome Back from Summer event, and residents met candidates running for Congressman Mark Green's seat. Vendors from Patterson Place and Wood Lily’s beef and lavender farm offered a variety of products. Clarksville Online
- ➤ The Press in Clarksville is launching Voices at The Press: Ideas. Impact. Inspiration, a new speaker series featuring Leo Millan and Nick Lavery on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m.—open to members and the community. Attendees may join a live Q&A session and enjoy free coworking access until 5 p.m. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ The Clarksville Rotary Club announced that community changemaker Jerome Moore will speak on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from noon to 1 p.m. at 202 Fifth Street—he is known for inspiring local action through his storytelling and service. ClarksvilleNow.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two semi trucks crashed Wednesday at the eastbound ramp from 101st Airborne Division Parkway to northbound Wilma Rudolph Boulevard — police diverted all ramp traffic as the vehicles remain locked together awaiting removal. ClarksvilleNow.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Traditions First Bank today named Ronnie Moore to its Board of Directors for his expertise in entrepreneurship and strategic growth. Moore— a lifelong Clarksville resident and CEO of Moore Construction Co.— will help steer the bank's future expansion. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Amazon announced that it will hire 250,000 workers for the holiday season across the Middle Tennessee area, offering regular, full-time, part-time, and seasonal roles. The regular and part-time positions pay an average of $23 an hour while seasonal roles pay over $19 an hour — details that may help local job seekers. WSMV 4
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay State University's Department of Music will present a free concert by the Harnsberger/Jones Duo on October 27th at 7:30 p.m. in the Mabry Concert Hall+ the program features new works like Promises Broken+ and classic pieces such as In the Midst of Darkness. Clarksville Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ APSU announced Tuesday that if the government shutdown continued past Oct. 15, it would cover tuition assistance for active duty, reserve and National Guard students enrolled in Fall B classes—helping them offset suspended TA payments—and ensure they remain supported in their education. ClarksvilleNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TDOT's Nobody Trashes Tennessee campaign is launching a new patch — Rocco the Raccoon — for scouts who complete their third litter cleanup project ahead of No Trash November. The initiative in partnership with local Girl Scout and Scouting councils will guide efforts to remove 75,000 pounds of litter from roads and waterways. Clarksville Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ APSU men’s and women’s basketball teams announced their home tipoff times for their third season at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville Wednesday—featuring an exhibition game on October 28 for the men’s team and a series of conference contests later in the season. Clarksville Online
- ➤ F and M Bank Arena will change into a dirt track for the AMA Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series on Oct. 17-18 when over 170 dump truck loads of dirt reshape the venue—making a track for local riders and top racers. The event is expected to add about $1.3 million to the local economy with nearly 1,530 hotel room nights booked. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ At Clarksville High School, the Wildcats won the Region 7 4A volleyball tournament—beating Northwest in the semifinal and Kirkwood in the championship three sets to none—to claim their fifth straight region title. Kirkwood will travel to Arlington for a must-win sectional match while the Wildcats prepare to face Houston High in a sectional game on Thursday night. ClarksvilleNow.com
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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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Paint N Sip Workshop
5-7 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Cost includes supplies — Sip some wine while painting a masterpiece in a creative atmosphere.
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