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

‘We saw a huge glow like a fireball’: Nine 101st Airborne soldiers killed in Black Hawk crash: The helicopters were flying a training mission Wednesday night when they crashed. Their names have since been released. READ MORE

‘Holland, MI’ parade scene to be filmed in Clarksville: Amazon Studios needs extras for an upcoming movie scene. READ MORE

Clarksville mom seeks abortion out of state after unborn child diagnosed with terminal birth defects: Allie Phillips and her husband received the worst news no expecting parent wants to hear, and their options were limited by a new Tennessee law. READ MORE

CMCSS ‘Grow Your Own’ teacher hiring program becomes national model: The program that started in CMCSS has been adopted by other districts and states for its success in filling the teacher hiring gap. READ MORE

Gas & Water cutting 30-day-to-pay window to 25 days, in move that prevents billing disasters: One of the biggest billing problems CGW runs into is that with a 30-day window, by the time a customer becomes delinquent, they already owe more than two months of bills. READ MORE

Slim Chickens ready to open first Clarksville location: Slim Chickens will offer buttermilk-marinated chicken tenders from their spot on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. READ MORE

Taco John’s opens new location: There’s a new Taco John’s in town, servicing the growing businesses and residential developments off Exit 8 of Interstate 24. READ MORE

Meet the Clarksville Now All-Area Boys’ Basketball Team, Player of the Year for 2023: It’s time to honor players representing Montgomery County schools. See who’s on the team! READ MORE

Former amateur golfer Rob Long inducted into Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame: He’s a two-time Tennessee State Open champion and a winner of 10 TGA titles. READ MORE

Easter egg hunts, Holy Week services: Easter egg hunts and special Holy Week services are coming up. Here’s your guide to Easter events. READ MORE

‘American Idol’ watch party coming this weekend: Our own Haven Madison has made it to Hollywood Week on “American Idol,” and you can join her to watch it Sunday night. READ MORE

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