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While Jenkins and Wynne is celebrating its 70th birthday all year, during the month of March they joined in celebrations of Women’s History Month, Working Moms Month, Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Literacy Month!. “March is such a powerful month. Not only celebrating the significant contributions women have made...

Jenkins and Wynne celebrates books, women and 70 years of service to Clarksville

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – First responders in Clarksville-Montgomery County were recognized Wednesday for their service to the community at the Clarksville Civitan Club’s weekly meeting. The Public Safety Awards is an annual event for the Civitan Club to honor a Clarksville Police Officer, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy,...

Clarksville Civitan Club honors police officers, deputies, firefighters, paramedics for service

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – From Easter egg hunts to an American Idol watch party, this is a big weekend for fun in Clarksville. Easter Egg Hunt at Beachaven: Join in two Egg Hunts, one for the kids and one for the adults, at Beachaven Vineyards & Winery, 1100 Dunlop Lane. The egg hunts will be from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 1, and costs $15-$20. From 2-5 p.m., Chris Carpenter will perform inside for a free show.

Weekend top picks: Easter egg hunts, American Idol Watch Party, opening day at Historic Collinsville

The Nyrstar Zinc Smelter is set to hosts its third annual Community Drive-thru Easter Egg Event on Saturday, April 1. “This event is something we look forward to putting on every year for our community,” said Nyrstar Human Resources Leader Nelda Washington. “Nothing beats seeing the excitement on the kids’ faces when they see the Easter Bunny and grab some candy!”

Easter Bunny coming to 3rd annual Community Drive-thru Easter Egg Event at Zinc Plant

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Science on Tap, Austin Peay State University’s monthly science presentation series, will feature Dr. John Nicholson, a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, on Tuesday, April 4, at 5:30 p.m. at Strawberry Alley Ale Works in Downtown Clarksville. Dr. Nicholson’s presentation...

Science on Tap: Austin Peay’s monthly science series presents ‘Generative AI: When Machines Dream of Electric Sheep’

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – We have heavy rain coming in Friday night, followed by a sunny but chilly Saturday and Sunday. Strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible late Friday evening, with Clarksville getting hit between 9 and 11 p.m. with 1 to 1.5 inches of rain, according to the National Weather Service.

Weekend weather: Storms Friday night will bring over 1 inch of rain, wind gusts up to 45 mph

Tennessee State

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Slim Chickens, a fast-casual restaurant, is ready to open the doors to their first Clarksville location on April 3. The restaurant is best known for all-natural chicken tenders that are buttermilk-marinated, hand-breaded and always cooked fresh-to-order. They offer 17 house-made sauces. Slim Chickens also offers fresh sandwiches, salads, wraps and their signature chicken and waffles. Rotating desserts served in Mason jars are also available.

Slim Chickens ready to open first Clarksville location with buttermilk-marinated chicken tenders

California State

Ronnie recently passed away from health complications on March 24, 2023. He was raised by his parents Ferguson and Nannie Bell of Clarksville, TN. He graduated from Clarksville High School in 1975. He met and married Geneva Perryman and shortly thereafter they moved to California. They moved back to Clarksville...

Ronnie Louis Bell

Dexion Jarrell Edwards was born July 26, 2006, in Clarksville, Tennessee. He departed this life way too soon on Thursday, March 23, 2023. Dexion accepted Christ in his life at a young age and was united with The Liberty Church. At the time of his departure, he was a member of LifePoint Church. Dexion was educated in the Clarksville Montgomery County School System and was currently in his Junior year at THE Clarksville High School.

Dexion Jarrell Edwards

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Police are trying to locate two people who are wanted for a shooting this month in Summit Heights. On March 18, a woman was shot once in the back, and her wounds were considered non-life threatening. She has since been released from the hospital.

Police looking for 2 people wanted in shooting at Summit Heights in Clarksville

Oregon State

Indian Mound, TN

Gerrad Matthew Martin, 39, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at his residence. He was born on November 3, 1983, in Maui, Hawaii to Elaine Owens and the Late Grady “Marty” Martin, Jr. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents,...

Gerrad Matthew Martin

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Our own Haven Madison has made it to Hollywood Week on American Idol, and you can join her to watch it this weekend in Clarksville. A free, all ages American Idol Watch Party is planned for Sunday, April 2, from 6-9 p.m. at Varsity Pins, 2231 Madison St., Suite V.

‘American Idol’ watch party coming this weekend with Haven Madison of Clarksville

Fort Campbell, KY

FORT CAMPBELL, KY (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Cheers, applause, and a lot of smiling faces welcomed home 150 soldiers with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team. Strike, as they were reunited with their families and friends Wednesday evening at the Passenger Processing Center at Fort Campbell. The soldiers returned from a nine-month deployment to Europe.

Family and friends welcome home 150 Screaming Eagles | PHOTOS

CLARKSVILLE, TN – To help address hunger in our community, and in celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville has donated 1,558 jars of peanut butter (and other nut butters) to Clarksville Urban Ministries Grace Assistance. All of the peanut butter was donated by Tennova’s employees and volunteers during the recent Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive.

Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville donates over 1,500 jars of peanut butter to Urban Ministries

Shirley A. Corker, age 74 of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Shirley was born on February 13, 1949 in McKenzie, TN to the late Ira Udell Stafford and Edith Breeding. Shirley is survived by her daughter, Sherry Robbins. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements...

Shirley A. Corker

Jimmy Winters, age 89, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at his residence. Jimmy was born May 28, 1933, in Pleasant View, TN to the late Charlemagne Winters and Ora Lee Morris. Jimmy is also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth V. Jarrell Winters; brothers, Charles and Jack Winters.

Jimmy Winters

Nashville, TN

Isla June Tobin, age 5 days, of Clarksville, TN, passed away March 28, 2023, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Isla was born March 23, 2023, in Nashville, TN to Michael and Victoria Tobin. Isla is survived by her loving parents, Michael Anthony Tobin and Victoria Ann Tobin; paternal grandparents, Joseph...

Isla June Tobin

Edmond H. Stacey Sr., age 58, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Tennova Healthcare. He was born November 10, 1964, in Clarksville, TN to the late Buford C. Stacey and Captolia Sanders Stacey. In his spare time, Edmond enjoyed being outdoors and fishing. He also loved tinkering with any object he could get his hands on.

Edmond H. Stacey Sr.

Clarksville Now publishes opinion pieces representing both sides of a variety of topics. Opinions presented do not necessarily reflect those of the newsroom or management. To join the conversation, email your opinion piece to news@clarksvillenow.com. Contributed commentary by David Whipple of Clarksville Counseling Center on the reaction to the shooting...

Please stop conflating mass shootings with mental health issues | OPINION

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Rossview High shortstop Scotty Dean has earned Clarksville Now Player of the Week honors for the second week of the 2022-23 regular season. Dean is currently one of the hottest batters in Montgomery County after the Hawks played five games this past week. Rossview...

Rossview High shortstop slugs his way into Player of the Week with 6 extra base hits

Sarah Elizabeth Downs, 81, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Signature Healthcare. She was born in November 1941 in Southside, TN, to the late George Lewis Coppedge and Lila Mae Street Coppedge. Sarah was a 1960 graduate from Clarksville High School. She was a jack of all trades, working at Frosty Morn, Odoms Sausage Company, Rossview Middle School cafeteria, and finally at Sam’s Club as a greeter until her retirement.

Sarah Elizabeth Downs

Jacquelyn Jean Marr, age 88, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on March 28, 2023. She was born on June 18, 1934, to Wayne and Leora Hayes. Jacquelyn spent over 20 years as a teacher and loved reading, knitting, and sewing. She was a proud member of Project Linus, and helped make blankets for children who were seriously ill, suffered traumatic events, or otherwise in need.

Jacquelyn Jean Marr

CLARKSVILLE, TN – An electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock ‘n’ roll, Spring Awakening opens at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Thursday, April 6, at 7 p.m. This groundbreaking coming-of-age rock musical about the trials and tribulations of growing up is guest directed and choreographed by New York-based choreographer and educator Kyle Pleasant, who currently serves as resident choreographer at Rosie’s Theater Kids, Rosie O’Donnell’s not-for-profit school for the arts in Manhattan.

Coming-of-age musical ‘Spring Awakening’ makes way to Roxy Regional Theatre

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Finis H. Haynes, age 83, of Cumberland Furnace, TN passed away Monday, March 27, 2023 at his home. Celebration of Life was held on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home. He was laid to rest at Antioch United Methodist Church Cemetery. Finis entered this life on...

Finis Haynes

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ICE CLOSINGS: Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools, APSU closed for weather Tuesday

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...

ICE CLOSINGS: Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools, APSU closed for weather Tuesday

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