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News in Clarksville: Buying Speedway, event center owner arrested, first lady visit and other top stories this week

News in Clarksville: Buying Speedway, event center owner arrested, first lady visit and other top stories this week

Clockwise from the top left, Clarksville Speedway, First Lady Jill Biden at Fort Campbell, warming shelter, and Royalties Event Center. Photo: Clarksville Now


CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.

Council hears plan to buy Clarksville Speedway, create Hazelwood Recreation Complex: The City’s plan to buy Clarksville Speedway has picked up speed as the council was asked to allow a $7 million deal. And it turns out, the sale may be necessary to widen Needmore Road. READ MORE

2023 year in review: Top 10 local news stories of the year | COMMENTARY: Here are the top 10 stories of 2023 from Clarksville Now, from the opening of F&M Bank Arena to Haven Madison on American Idol. READ MORE

Owner of illegal event center in Clarksville arrested in Indiana: The owner of Royalties Event Center on Madison Street was wanted for theft after police determined that she rented out the center despite failing to get a permit. READ MORE

Montgomery County asked for $75,000 to help build regional substance abuse recovery center: The neighborhood service center in Dickson County would treat people from across the region. READ MORE

3rd suspect arrested in fatal Dodge’s shooting in January: In the incident at Dodge’s, a veteran bystander shot two of the shooting suspects. Police have now arrested a third. READ MORE

First Lady Jill Biden visits with military families at Fort Campbell | VIDEO: The First Lady met with some of the 354 Fort Campbell families that were displaced by damage from the tornado. READ MORE

Here’s who’s running for judge, county offices, School Board: The list of candidates for the March 5 Montgomery County Primary is now complete, and three of the six local races will be unopposed. READ MORE

Lows to drop below freezing, Manna Cafe opens warming shelter: With temperatures dropping below freezing Sunday and Monday, Manna Cafe will open its warming center both nights. READ MORE

Warm Souls Christmas helps close to 1,200 people | PHOTOS: Organizers with Radical Mission said close to 1,200 people attended the free event this year at the Morgan University Center at Austin Peay State University. READ MORE

Expos, concerts, galas and movies coming up: It may be cold outside, but there are still plenty of fun things to do around Clarksville. Here’s your winter fun guide! READ MORE

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yesterday in Military, News

Rep. Van Epps sponsors bill to double military death survivor benefit to $200,000

The HONOR Gold Star Families Act increases the “death gratuity” or bridge payment for the families of fallen servicemembers from $100,000 to $200,000.

Suspects in a drone theft at Fort Campbell in November 2025. (Contributed)

yesterday in Crime, Military, News

Fort Campbell drone theft suspects identified thanks to public tips

The 101st Airborne Division has released more details about the theft of four drones from Fort Campbell, with both suspects identified.

yesterday in News

MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Police seek help finding 17-year-old runaway

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a runaway juvenile.

yesterday in News, Weather

Weekend weather: Beautiful weekend to end with tumbling temperatures, chance of snow

Clarksville forecast: Enjoy the warm, sunny skies this weekend, because it’s about to get cold and wet again.

Wednesday in Elections, News

Here’s who’s running for state House seats in Montgomery County

The state primary for governor, US Senate, US House, Tennessee Senate and Tennessee House is coming up in August, and Tuesday was the cutoff for candidates to qualify.