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Chris Smith

Chris Smith is editor-in-chief of Clarksville Now. He has been a trusted professional journalist for over 30 years, with the last 27 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

Arturo Cruz-Vargas (Contributed)
Crime
2 weeks ago
Crofton man charged with over 1,100 counts of possession of child pornography

An investigation into a 44-year-old Crofton man’s phone has led to over 1,100 counts of possession of child pornography.

Lifestyle
2 weeks ago
Hopkinsville Salvation Army receives large donation for local Angel Tree program

The Salvation Army of Hopkinsville has received a generous $5,000 matching gift from the Tommy Blair Foundation to support its Angel Tree program.

News
2 weeks ago
Traffic alert for 2026 Hoptown Half Marathon and 5K

Motorists should plan for additional travel time Saturday morning as runners take to Hopkinsville streets for the eighth annual Hoptown Half Marathon & 5K.

News
3 weeks ago
Heading to Clarksville for Trump rally? Parking, road closures, more info to know

Here’s “know before you go” information from F&M Bank Arena on the Trump midterm rally, including on parking, traffic, security screening and entry.

News
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Trump plans stop at Fort Campbell this weekend, rally to be held across state line

This would be President Trump’s first visit to Fort Campbell.

A tractor trailer fire on Interstate 24 in Christian County on Aug. 5, 2026. (Christian County Sheriff's Office, contributed)
News
3 months ago
UPDATE: Interstate 24 blocked in both directions at mile marker 77

Both lanes of eastbound Interstate 24 in Christian County are blocked at the 86.1 mile marker point due to semi tractor trailer fire.

News
4 months ago
WEATHER ALERT: Tornado Warning issued for Christian County Saturday night

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Christian and surrounding counties until 8 p.m.

Fletch and Ruthanna on June 15, 2026 (Wesley Irvin)
Lifestyle
4 months ago
Fletch returns to Beaver 100.3 morning show, with ‘supervision’ from Ruthanna

Beaver 100.3 veteran Fletch is back on the air with Beaver Mornings, now joined by his wife Ruthanna in waking up with Clarksville and Hopkinsville listeners.

Crime
5 months ago
Several thefts from vehicles over weekend in Hopkinsville

Hopkinsville Police have seen several vehicle thefts over the weekend and are asking people to check their security footage.

News
7 months ago
UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Christian County

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Christian County.

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