Good morning, Clarksville.

Clarksville Parks & Recreation invites residents to join The Hub on November 15 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Kleeman Recreation Center (166 Cunningham Lane) where a free Thanksgiving-style dinner for the first 300 guests, local resource booths, interactive family activities, and drawings for door prizes and 30 turkeys will celebrate unity and wellness.

Local holiday events will start this weekend with a free market at Madison Street UMC on Saturday, Nov.

15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—guests can shop for homemade casseroles, baked goods and handmade gifts while lunch costs $10—and the Rotary Christmas Extravaganza at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center will show decorated trees later on Saturday; a Holiday Market at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. will offer local vendors, crafts and festive décor.

The Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council will host 'A Southern Christmas Sampler: An Evening of Stories and Songs' on December 7th at 5:30 p.m. at Austin Peay State University Trahern Theatre with performances by David Alford, Paul Carrol Binkley, Jenny Littleton, and Erin Ramsey—Lifetime Achievement awards will honor Alford, Binkley and Don Sharpe while tickets are $35 for one, $65 for two, and $125 for four, with each package including an annual membership.

Dr. Jennifer Thompson, professor and program director at Austin Peay State University’s Radiologic Technology Department, has won the Minnies Award for Most Effective Radiologic Science Educator—an honor from AuntMinnie.com that recognizes her excellence in radiologic science and her guidance for students.

Austin Peay State University received a generous gift from alumna Peggy R.

Conner and her children to create the Gwendel Carlton Conner Memorial Football Scholarship Endowment honoring a late Army veteran and devoted athletics supporter—this renewable scholarship supports full-time football players with preference for those from Georgia and Montgomery County.

Clarksville Police have launched a special needs registry + caregivers can now submit a form and photo to help first responders provide faster and safer aid to individuals with autism, dementia, and other special needs.

The secure system, developed with existing software, is available to all Clarksville residents.

Today, six runners from Austin Peay State University's men's and women's cross country teams will race at the NCAA South Regional at the John Hunt Cross Country Course— the women's team runs the 6K at 8:30 a.m. followed by the men's 10K at 9:30 a.m.

The Kirkwood Cobras, the only team from Montgomery County left in the playoffs after beating Brighton, will travel today to face the Page High Patriots (top-ranked in class 5a) in the sweet 16 matchup.

The Cobras, led by quarterback Miles Reding, aim to be the first local squad to reach the quarterfinals since Northeast High in 2020.

Austin Peay State University Athletics announced a new partnership with Marco’s Pizza to serve as the official fresh pizza provider, which will include community nights and promotions at home football and basketball games.

The deal will feature pizza at Fortera Stadium—further strengthening ties with the community and benefiting student-athletes.

Coaches, team statisticians and MaxPreps have submitted key football statistics for Nashville area high schools entering the second round of the TSSAA playoffs.

The report lists leaders in passing, rushing and receiving — offering a clear look at top performers this season.

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.

White Claw Lounge Access: APSU vs Murray State

12-2 p.m. — F&M Bank Clarksville - Downtown — Enjoy the thrilling matchup of Murray State Racers vs. Austin Peay Governors women's basketball game.