Tennessee River American Red Cross names Lori Ann Tinajero executive director

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – First responders in Clarksville and Montgomery County helped to bring some happiness to a child on Tuesday with a drive-through for 3-year-old Grayson Ruiz. Grayson was diagnosed with leukemia when he was 1 year old, and Jan. 31 was his last appointment for treatment.

Maj. (Ret.) William “Bill” H. Coke, age 75, of Clarksville, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, at Tennova Healthcare. Bill was born June 24, 1947, in Clarksville, TN, to the late Robert Coke and Gladys Scarborough Coke. He was also preceded in death by one brother, David Coke.

CLARKSVILLE, TN – When Science on Tap returns to Strawberry Alley Ale Works on Feb. 7, one of Austin Peay State University’s environmental and conservation experts will discuss how area residents can develop their yards to help native plants and pollinators thrive. “We’re developing so fast, not just...

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Eyesthetics has joined as a new member of the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce. Dr. T. Amerson Pegram, owner of the business, said his background is as a facial and plastic reconstructive surgeon with a specialty in the area around the eyes. “I work...

A Celebration of Life service for Walter Martin Harris, age 91, of Clarksville, TN, will be Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. at Sykes Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens. Bro. Rodney Leetham will officiate. The family will receive friends Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and again on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University recently had its largest online fundraising year to date for GOVing Tuesday, the University’s version of Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday, the largest giving day in the world, takes place on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving every year. Austin Peay celebrates Giving Tuesday under the name “GOVing Tuesday.” In 2022, APSU changed this campaign to a fundable project day. Out of the more than 60 project proposals submitted by APSU faculty and staff, eight were selected as the focus of GOVing Tuesday 2022. With the help of alumni and friends, all eight projects were fully funded by the end of the day on Nov. 29.

Margie Marie Dawson Benedict, 91, of Cunningham, TN passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at her home while surrounded by her family. Margie was born on July 20, 1931, in Clarksville, TN to the late John Franklin and Aletha Cotton Dawson. Margie worked in Southgate, Michigan for over 40 years serving as deputy treasurer of the city for many years and as president of the Municipal Employees Union. She was an avid reader and an ardent sports fan, with a particular enthusiasm for Detroit’s hockey and baseball teams.

Chad Ben Siebels, age 58, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on January 27, 2023. He was born on September 24, 1964, in Fargo, ND, to Ben and Sharon Siebels who preceded him in death. Chad was a veteran of the United States Navy and loved vacationing with his wife and...

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Undergraduate students are not usually the ones you expect to see attend an early morning doctoral dissertation defense — on a Friday no less. However, this dedication comes naturally to the former students from a tight-knit rural community like McEwen, Tennessee, in Humphreys County, when they hear their old high school principal is the doctoral student.

Arthur Robert Slate, age 81, of Goodlettsville, TN passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN. He was born on November 17, 1941, in Clarksville, TN to the late Arthur and Edna Grace Mitchell Slate. Arthur enjoyed selling antiques. He was also a huge fan of Tennessee sports. Arthur was a devout Christian who always shared his faith and love for Christ with anyone he came into contact with.

Margaret Farmer, age 92, of Clarksville, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023. Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 30, 2023, at the chapel of McReynolds Nave and Larson Funeral Home in Clarksville, TN. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday morning at 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service.

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Because of predicted severe winter weather, there are several closures in the area. Email closure notices to news@clarksvillenow.com. All Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools and district offices will be closed on Tuesday. “When making a closure call based on forecasts, there is always the possibility the...

Lucie Basler McKnight, age 88, of Clarksville, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital West. Lucie was born September 30, 1934, in Mannheim Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany to the late Heinrich Stumpf and Irmgard Stumpf. She is also preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy McKnight. Lucie is survived...

Merecedes Howard, age 76, passed away on January 22, 2023. Visitation Friday, February 3, 2023, 12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. with the family present 5:00 p.m-7:00 p.m. at Foston Funeral Home. Funeral service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 4, 2023, at Renovation Church. Interment 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 6, 2023, at Kentucky Veteran Cemetery West, Hopkinsville, KY.

FORT CAMPBELL, KY – The Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted another wish; this time for a little girl named Audie. Audie’s wish? To see Mickey Mouse and the gang at Disney World. The Tennessee Half-Witz off-roading team and the Clarksville Jeep Crew gave Audie and her family the big news over the weekend.

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Local community organization Black Clarksville will host their second annual Black Clarksville Week celebration from Feb. 5-10. As a celebration of Black History Month, Black Clarksville week will consist of five events that promote health and wellness, black-owned businesses, civic engagement, community service and local Black history.

Edward L McWhorter, Jr. affectionately known as “Bud” age 74, of Clarksville, TN passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023. He will be laid to rest 11 a.m. Friday, February 3, 2023, at Greenwood Cemetery. Edward entered this life on November 8, 1948, in Nashville, TN to the late...

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Spring is close, but February often brings unpredictable winter weather that can cause blood drive cancellations and make it difficult for donors to make it to their appointments safely. As the American Red Cross continues to monitor seasonal challenges that could impact the blood supply, donors...

A Celebration of Life service for SGT Coy Manuel Oliver, ARMY (Ret), age 97, of Clarksville, TN, will be Monday, January 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Sykes Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 29,2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and again on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Because of predicted severe winter weather, there are several closures in the area on Wednesday. Email closure notices to news@clarksvillenow.com. CMCSS. All Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools and District offices will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 1. CMCSS will use the third of five inclement weather stockpile...