Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
Good morning, Clarksville.
🏘️ Community
Austin Peay State University is hosting the Jingle Bowls cereal drive to collect cereal donations through Dec.
15 to help the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Food Pantry and the S.O.S. Food Pantry at APSU. Donations can be dropped off at the McReynolds Building Lobby, the TRiO Student Support Services Office in the Ellington Building, and Browning 136 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.+4:30 p.m.
🚧 Accidents
State troopers warn Clarksville drivers that deer season increases crash risks as motorists must remain alert on rural roads—Montgomery County led with over 8,000 deer-related crashes statewide last November.
Officials advise slowing down, staying focused at dawn and dusk, and always buckling up to keep everyone safe.
🏛️ Government
Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts said state Rep. Jeff Burkhart passed Friday morning and remembered him for always asking 'need anything?' He added that the friend—known for solving problems—left a lasting mark on the community.
🏈 Sports
On Saturday, the APSU football team beat Samford 30-16 at Fortera Stadium to become 6-0 at home for the first time since 1949—recording key turnovers and tackles for loss.
The Governors will play Tarleton State on November 22nd at Memorial Stadium—an important regular-season finale.
At Neyland Stadium, the Tennessee Vols football team dominated New Mexico State by holding them to 27 rushing yards and finishing 42-9 — marking their 101st homecoming game.
They wore new Volunteer Spirit uniforms honoring the armed forces and will travel to Gainesville next Saturday to face the Florida Gators.
The Kirkwood Cobras lost to Page High School Patriots 24-7 in the second round of the TSSAA Class 5A playoffs at Page High—ending their season while the Patriots advanced to the quarterfinals.
The Cobras finished a historic season by setting records for wins and postseason play.
Austin Peay State University volleyball ended its season with a 3-2 win over West Georgia Saturday at The Coliseum — Taly Cloyd and Lauren Wallace combined for 44 kills to secure the victory.
APSU women’s basketball hosts Indiana State today at 1:00 p.m. at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville; APSU came off a 75-65 loss to Vanderbilt and Indiana State improved with a 65-60 win at Western Kentucky — both teams plan to build on recent play.
🎉 Clarksville Events
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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.
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