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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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From the left, Dexter Mines, Mike Oliver and Johnny Ransdell. (Contributed)

yesterday in Elections, News

Sheriff’s candidates on the issues: Jail recidivism, deputy retention, booking log

To help give voters the information they need, Clarksville Now is presenting Q&A articles on key issues in the Montgomery County sheriff’s race.

Site plans for The Willow at Madison project in Clarksville. (Regional Planning Commission, Contributed)

yesterday in Business, News

Plans show 3- to 4-story apartment buildings proposed off Madison St. with commercial

Site plans have been submitted to the RPC for the development of four multi-family apartment buildings, which are all at least three-stories tall, off of Madison Street.

CFR responding to a structure fire on Savannah Trace Drive on July 13, 2026. (CFR, Contributed)

yesterday in News

Family escapes structure fire in Clarksville, 4 family pets found deceased

CFR was dispatched this morning to a structure fire, and while the fire ended up being put out, the house sustained significant damage, and four family pets were found deceased.

U.S. Rep. Matt Van Epps with members of Citizens for Fort Campbell. (Contributed by Citizens for Fort Campbell)

yesterday in Military, News

U.S. reps and local leaders work to spotlight Fort Campbell water infrastructure needs

The Citizens for Fort Campbell recently spoke out and welcomed recent congressional action to evaluate and improve aging utility infrastructure at Fort Campbell.

Aerial view of an intersection where Henry Place Blvd meets Creek Way and Peachers Mill Rd; a yellow square marks a lot.

Sunday in News

New traffic light coming to Peachers Mill Road at Henry Place, near West Creek schools

The Clarksville Street Department is planning a new four-way traffic signal and pedestrian crossing at Peachers Mill and Henry Place.