CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week.
When will that road be finished? Update on major road projects: Spring Creek Parkway, the Whitfield Road roundabout, the Highway 374 extension – they’re all in the works. Here’s where they stand, and with an idea on how to speed them up. READ MORE
Woman charged with aggravated child abuse in death of disabled son: The indictment was for aggravated child abuse/neglect/endangerment in the death of 13-year-old Kadaris Maddox, but police say additional charges may be pending. READ MORE
Enrollment edges closer to 40,000 students as school starts: Students had their first half-day of school, and we’re getting closer to having an enrollment of 40,000 kids locally. READ MORE
Student hit by car in front of Clarksville High School: The student was hit by a car in the turning lane, school officials said. READ MORE
New Kirkwood Middle School opens on Rossview Road: Here’s a first look at the new Kirkwood Middle School, which opened its doors this week, with the high school coming next year. READ MORE
Couple sentenced to federal prison for child pornography crimes: They pleaded guilty last year, and the husband was discharged from the Army for his involvement. READ MORE
F&M Bank Arena construction should be finished by end of year: Check out this video and photo tour of the site so far. READ MORE
‘Hell’s Kitchen’ fan favorite teaches kids power of cooking: Sterling Wright, Hell’s Kitchen Season 13 fan favorite, spent a week in Clarksville teaching area youth how to “cook with love”. READ MORE
Meet employers from over 35 companies at Mega Job Fair: Here’s the list of companies hiring at this week’s big event in Clarksville. READ MORE
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