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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 25 years here in Clarksville, TN. You can reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720.

Crime
11 months ago
Drunk man on beer run almost runs into Hopkinsville Police cruiser

A drunk man making a beer run nearly ran into a Hopkinsville Police cruiser early Saturday morning.

Crime
11 months ago
Traffic stop leads to meth arrest of Dawson Springs woman in Hopkinsville

A Dawson Springs woman was arrested on Memorial Day following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of meth and an open beverage.

Military
11 months ago
Fort Campbell honors almost 8,000 soldiers in final Boots Display Memorial | PHOTOS

The final Boots Display Memorial is taking place this week at Fort Campbell, honoring almost 8,000 soldiers who gave their lives for their country.

Entertainment
11 months ago
Week of the Eagles to feature air assault demonstration, concert by American Rebel’s Andy Ross

This year’s Week of the Eagles will feature an air assault demonstration and a concert by Andy Ross of American Rebel.

Military
12 months ago
101st Airborne Division will be first with MV-75 tiltrotor aircraft, to replace Black Hawk helicopter

The 101st Airborne Division will be the first to field and operate the newly developed MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA).

A Black Hawk and a Chinook helicopter from Fort Campbell conduct a flyover on April 13, 2023. (Lee Erwin)
Military
12 months ago
Expect more air traffic, trucks near Fort Campbell during major 101st Airborne Division training event

Fort Campbell area residents should be prepared for additional military air and highway traffic from May 1-10, as the 101st Airborne Division conducts a major training event.

News
12 months ago
UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Christian County

Hopkinsville weather: Here’s the latest on the line of storms moving across Christian County today.

Crime
1 year ago
2 DUI wrecks: 1 soldier crashes into house, another through flood water into ditch

Two Fort Campbell soldiers were arrested early Thursday morning for separate DUI-related crashes in Oak Grove.

Military
1 year ago
Lawsuit filed on behalf of Fort Campbell, DoDEA students over book removals, curriculum changes

Families of students in DoDEA schools on military installations, including four students from Fort Campbell, filed a lawsuit Tuesday arguing that DoDEA’s book removals and curricular changes following executive orders from President Donald Trump violate their First Amendment rights.

News
1 year ago
WEATHER ALERT: Tornado Watch issued for Christian County until 11 p.m.

A Tornado Watch is in effect for Christian and surrounding counties until 11 p.m. tonight.