Controversial Reads: Inside the Banned Book Club
A five-page double-sided list of banned book titles sat at the center of the table as a group of students leaned in, scanning for familiar names. Toni Morrison, Stephen King and even Dr. Seuss made the list. This was the scene at Horned Hall at Austin Peay State University’s first...
Small plane crash reported in rural area of Cheatham County, sheriff says
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A small plane crashed Friday evening in a rural neighborhood in Cheatham County, according to the sheriff. The plane crashed into a cornfield across the street from a row of houses, according to Sheriff Tim Binkley. The crash is located near 2584 Bearwallow Road. Here are...
Hope House opens as transitional housing for foster youth: ‘We want a child to...
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – After two years of planning and building, Hope House is now open and functioning in Christian County, acting as a temporary, transitional living space for kids who are first entering the foster care system and are waiting for placement. The house gives them a safe,...
Former Cheatham County school band director indicted for statutory rape by an authority figure
A Cheatham County grand jury has indicted a former high school band director for sex crimes involving someone who was reportedly his student more than a decade ago.
Episcopal teacher placed on leave after rape indictment in Tennessee
BATON ROUGE - An Episcopal teacher was put on leave after being indicted for statutory rape in Tennessee, school officials said. Jordan Tupper, 42, a former high school band director in Cheatham County, was indicted for statutory rape by an authority figure in Tennessee Friday, according to WKRN. Tupper taught music...
City Council votes down Clarksville firefighter, police pay study over budget concerns
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The City Council voted down a resolution to request the Human Resources Department to perform a study of how salaries for firefighters compare to similar and nearby communities. The proposal also included police officers. Councilperson Joe Shakeenab sponsored the resolution, and he...
UPDATE: Tractor-trailer driver rescued from cab by Clarksville firefighters | PHOTOS
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – A tractor-trailer has overturned on International Boulevard at Corporate Parkway, and all lanes are shut down. At about 2:50 p.m., the vehicles crashed, blocking the roadway, according to an alert from Montgomery County Government. Drivers are urged to avoid the area. | LIVE...
Nearly 500 Fort Campbell soldiers to deploy to US-Mexico border for 3rd time this...
Fort Campbell troops are preparing to deploy to the U.S. Southern border for the third time this year. Beginning in early October, approximately 500 101st Airborne Division soldiers will deploy to the southern border to support U.S. Northern Command's mission, Fort Campbell announced on Sept. 4. Soldiers will assume...
APSU invites community organizations to join 80th annual Homecoming Parade
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University is inviting community nonprofits, schools, and organizations to participate in its 80th annual Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 25, and registration is open now. This cherished tradition celebrates the university’s campus, the Governors, and the vibrant spirit of the...
Over $700K allocated by Kentucky state government for industrial development in four counties
Over $700,000 in state funding has been approved to support site and building development projects in Breckinridge, Washington, Kenton, and Todd counties as part of Kentucky’s speed-to-market initiative. The announcement was made by Gov. Andy Beshear on September 4, 2025. “The commonwealth’s commitment to its site...