Good morning, Clarksville.

On Nov. 3, officials announced that four weeks after an explosion at a manufacturing facility killed 16 people, the fund—started by Accurate Energetic Systems and the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee—has raised over $200K to help cover funeral costs and offer ongoing counseling services for victim families.

A new Kroger Marketplace opens today at 2015 Needmore Road in Clarksville and is set to create about 150 jobs with a 123,000 square-foot space; local leaders including Mayor Joe Pitts and Senator Bill Powers will attend the 9 a.m. ribbon cutting.

The store will offer groceries, a fuel center, Starbucks, Murray’s Cheese, clothes, home goods and appliances—marking a $41 million investment in the area.

Phoenix Theatres Governor’s Square in Clarksville will show Wicked: For Good non-stop for 33 hours starting at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov.

20. The extended screening comes after staff suggestions and includes extra equipment checks — ensuring high quality for fans.

Larry and Barbara Goolsby donated funds to APSU to create two endowments that support student-athletes with nutrition and help military spouse students continue their education.

The athletic fund will provide nutrition resources for all athletes while the military spouse scholarship supports full-time students meeting a 2.85 GPA — a move that builds on the couple’s past contributions to the university.

The City of Clarksville informed residents of a planned water outage for maintenance on Dover Road and Eubank Drive starting at 10 p.m. Thursday, with water expected to remain off until 2 a.m. Friday — nearby streets may also see low water pressure.

On Oct. 31, Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell, and Second Harvest President Nancy Keil met to address food insecurity amid the government shutdown—over 20,000 Montgomery County residents rely on SNAP and other aid.

The leaders urged local residents to donate and use available food resources to help those in need.

A four-day resource fair began Tuesday for Fort Campbell military families affected by the government shutdown — offering financial assistance, job opportunities and counseling — and runs through the weekend with events in Oak Grove and Clarksville.

Local agencies are coordinating to help federal workers manage their financial stress.

Governor Bill Lee announced $5 million in state funding for food banks amid the ongoing government shutdown — the grants will be allocated based on SNAP populations in each region.

Metro released a resource guide on November 4 to help residents facing SNAP benefit disruptions, and the guide offers key information and contacts + details on next steps for those in need.

Local health officials reported rising cases of alpha-gal syndrome in Rutherford County after lone star tick bites, which can trigger severe allergic reactions from eating mammalian meats like beef and pork.

Doctors advise residents to use tick repellent and perform tick checks frequently—new state reporting rules from July 1 aim to improve detection and care.

La Costa Cafe and Lounge now offers authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and specialty coffee at 115 Merchants Boulevard inside Furniture Connection in Clarksville—featuring a diverse menu with unique sandwiches and signature drinks that deliver a new culinary adventure.

The annual Q108 Vintage Fair Holiday Marketplace will be held Saturday, Nov.

8 at Beachaven Vineyards & Winery with over 135 vendors and special events like free photos with Santa from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Santa’s Workshop, barrel train rides, and holiday stilt walkers—visitors can shop antiques and handmade goods while sampling local wines.

APSU Athletics announced its promotional events for the upcoming women's basketball season at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville.

The schedule — which includes giveaways, special recognitions, and halftime performances — will be shared on social media throughout the season.

Paint N Sip Workshop

5-7 p.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — Cost includes supplies — Sip some wine while painting a masterpiece in a creative atmosphere.

5th Annual Holiday Market

12-5 p.m. — Wilma Rudolph Event Center — Free entry — Explore local crafts, get festive decor, and capture memories with Santa at this cheerful holiday market.

The Awakening Tour with Skillet, Jeremy Camp, and We Are Messengers

7-8:30 p.m. — F&M Bank Clarksville - Downtown — Tickets required — Experience a transformative night of powerful music and inspiring messages.

PMP Certification Classroom Training in Clarksville, TN

9 AM – 5 PM — Clarksville Spaces Business Group — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with interactive training and real-world applications.

Clarksville Anime-Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Quality Inn Exit 4 — $20 — Celebrate anime and pop culture at Tennessee's premier convention for fans and collectors.