CCU Offers Discounts: Utility To Adjust Billing For Internet Outages
by Janice Penix Broadband customers who were affected by numerous recent internet outages will be provided with a 50 percent discount on their next monthly bill, representatives of Clarksville Connected Utilities told the City Council at its meeting Monday. Ethan Powell, chairman of the CCU Commission, said the utility has committed to addressing the problems…
Read MoreJCQC Approves Coal Hill FD Request: Dues To Be Collected With Taxes
by Janice Penix The Johnson County Quorum Court adopted an ordinance at its monthly meeting Thursday, April 10, that will allow the Coal Hill Fire Department (CHFD) to place its annual dues on property tax statements. The CHFD submitted its request with a petition signed by registered voters in the fire district and the county…
Read MoreFranklin County JPs Approve Jailer Position
by Vernon McDaniel Franklin County justices of the peace passed an ordinance during their monthly meeting Thursday, April 10, adding a jailer position at the county detention center. Members of the Court also agreed to add a second position if needed at a later date. Sheriff Johnny Crocker said the state recommended he hire two…
Read MoreRecord Setter: Noonan’s High School Career Was One For The Books
by Janice Penix With two new state records in boys’ basketball this year, Lamar senior Ben Noonan now boasts an impressive seven career records. The senior undoubtedly left his mark on the Warriors’ basketball program. “Ben is a great kid and a fierce competitor,” Coach Brett Sampley said. “He is a tenacious rebounder, scorer and…
Read MoreHughes Hired As LES Principal
by Stephanie Baker The Lamar School Board called a special meeting on Tuesday, April 1, and unanimously approved the hiring of current math coach Jessica Hughes as Lamar Elementary School principal for the upcoming school year. “I am genuinely grateful and feel blessed by this opportunity. I’m excited to work closely with our teachers to…
Read MoreEvery Handprint Has A Story: April Proclaimed Child Abuse Awareness Month
by Stephanie Baker Community members and advocates gathered at the Levee in downtown Clarksville on Tuesday, April 1, to spread awareness about child abuse, a local issue affecting children in the community. In 2024, Johnson County had 214 child abuse investigations, 33 children in foster care, and 13 foster homes, according to the awareness signs…
Read MoreRVCAC Serves Local Abused Children
by Stephanie Baker A fixer-upper house on Main Street in Clarksville serves as a refuge for local children who have experienced child abuse. Inside, the walls are covered in child-size handprints in primary colors. Each one is an anonymous, but prominent reminder of a local survivor who experienced trauma and abuse instead of a safe,…
Read MoreRaising Expectations: Lady Warriors’ MVP Sets The Bar High
by Janice Penix You’d be hard-pressed to figure out who’s had the biggest impact on Kori Sanders – her dad, her big sister, or her coach. But one thing is evident. For a young lady who has accomplished more in her high school career than many could hope to try – state MVP, 2,000-point scoring…
Read MoreCounty Budget Can’t Accommodate For Raises: JC Quorum Court Hears Update On 2025 Finances
by Janice Penix The county will depend on reserves to meet its budget this year, Justice of the Peace John Payne told members of the Johnson County Quorum Court at their monthly meeting Thursday, March 20. Payne, who serves as chairman of the budget and personnel committees, presented up-to-date figures for anticipated revenue for 2025,…
Read MoreCheer Parents Tell Board Policy Is Discrimination
by Janice Penix The parents of one of Clarksville’s three male cheerleaders petitioned the Clarksville School Board on Monday, March 17, asking for a recently approved policy to be rescinded, stating they believe it is discriminatory and harmful to both students and the district as a whole. Barry Denton, whose son was a member of…
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