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Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Good morning, Clarksville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Clarksville native Colonel George R. Mauldin shared his journey of healing by writing Charlie Hunter, a book that recounts his Vietnam War service and honors Sgt. Mouse Fernandez’s bravery + details the combat hardships he faced. He spoke at the local Writers Conference in June and will release a follow-up memoir soon. Clarksville Online
- ➤ Tennessee State Parks will host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day as part of Tennessee America 250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The hikes offer trails for all ages and invite visitors to extend the experience with overnight stays in camps, cabins, or lodge rooms. Clarksville Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TDOT has been resurfacing and repairing sections of I-24, I-40, and I-65 since December 20, with daytime traffic shifts and planned nighttime lane closures (8:00pm to 5:00am) through December 23 near Clarksville. Motorists are urged to follow updated travel advisories and drive with caution in the work zones. Clarksville Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors warn that the holiday season can strain hearts with colder weather, richer foods, and less sleep (a known risk) and urge Clarksville residents to seek help for chest pain and learn hands-only CPR before Christmas. WGNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Austin Peay men’s basketball faces Kansas City at 5:00 p.m. today at the Swinney Center in Kansas City — the Govs won a close game against ETSU on Dec. 12 and are looking to build on that win. The game will be broadcast on the Summit League Network. Clarksville Online
- ➤ The Cobras defeated the Maplewood Panthers 74-58 on Friday at Kirkwood High School in the inaugural Wyatt Johnson-Hyundai Cobras Christmas Classic — junior guard Bryce Garnett scored 22 points as freshmen stepped up amid injury challenges. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ Kamden Hines scored 27 points to lead West Creek to a 55—52 win over East Nashville in the inaugural Wyatt—Hyundai Cobras Christmas Classic at Kirkwood High School on Friday. The key basket with 40 seconds left sealed the victory as West Creek held off a late surge. ClarksvilleNow.com
- ➤ The No. 20 Tennessee men’s basketball team (8-3) will face the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (2-12) today at Food City Center in Knoxville at 2:00 p.m. CT. Fans can watch the game on SEC Network and stream on the ESPN App. Clarksville Online
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