CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
What’s next for planned Montgomery County fairgrounds: Montgomery County has approved $2 million toward design and construction of a new fairgrounds on Arkadelphia Road. County Mayor Wes Golden sat down with Clarksville Now this week to offer more details on the project. READ MORE
Woman hit by car on Fort Campbell Boulevard: A preliminary investigation indicates she was wearing dark colored clothing and stepped out in front of the motorist. READ MORE
Tennova sends letters to state opposing applications for new hospitals: As expected, Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville has filed objections to try to stop Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar Health from building hospitals in Clarksville. READ MORE
Hospitals line up transportation to Nashville meeting, Tennova listed on agenda as ‘opposition’: As the state hearing for proposed hospitals approaches on Wednesday, both Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar have lined up transportation arrangements for people wanting to attend. Meanwhile, the agenda has Tennova-Healthcare Clarksville listed as “opposition.” READ MORE
City finalizes deal to purchase Clarksville Speedway for $7 million: The City announced they have finalized a deal to purchase the site of the Clarksville Speedway and its 83 acres for $7 million, as they look to transform it into a recreation complex. READ MORE
2 hours of free downtown parking approved by Parking Commission: The Parking Commission has voted to approve two hours of free street parking downtown for users of the ParkMobile app, effective Aug. 1. READ MORE
Rep. Jay Reedy won’t run for Congress, Mark Green endorses Matt Van Epps: State Rep. Jay Reedy of Houston County, who has been discussed as a main contender to replace Green in Congress, said he won’t be running for the position. READ MORE
Kirkwood High offensive tackle Kamari Blair commits to South Carolina: Blair has committed to continue his football career at the University of South Carolina under head coach Shane Beamer. READ MORE
Choppin’ Block closing after almost 20 years with final day this week: The Choppin’ Block announced they will be closing the longtime butcher shop “after much reflection and with heavy hearts.” READ MORE
La Pantera, Clarksville’s Latin music station, launches with Bad Bunny, Calibre 50, J Balvin and more: What sets La Pantera apart will be the wide variety of Latin music, a custom blend of regional Mexican and Latin hits to reflect Clarksville’s diverse Hispanic population. READ MORE
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