AUDIO – WEKT Year-In-Review 2025 Top News Stories – Part One
Top WEKT News Stories of the First Quarter (January to March) of 2025, sponsored by the City of Elkton, Todd County Public Library, Modern Woodmen – Kathy J. Morgan, Southern Homes Realty, and Todd County Public Schools:. During its first 2025 meeting, the Elkton City Council welcomed new council...
Robertson County New Business Licenses for Jan. 5, 2026
These are the latest business licenses in Robertson County for January 5, 2026, from the Tennessee County Clerk. You can find archives of business license news right here!. Whether you are looking to start your own business or simply curious about what new companies may be entering your local market, make sure to...
APSU education major prepares for national pageant while leading nonprofit
CLARKSVILLE, TN – As a first-generation college student originally from Paso Robles, California, Rylei Johnson is using her time at Austin Peay State University to maximize her impact through community outreach and education. The freshman integrated early childhood education major recently won the Teen Tennessee...
Highway between Pembroke and Trenton reopens
State highway officials have reopened U.S. 41 between Trenton and Pembroke following cleanup of debris from a train derailment, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced around 2 p.m. Monday. The two-lane highway had been closed for nearly a week after a CSX train derailment near Trenton. The derailment involving...
Woman charged with leaving scene of an accident in Todd County
ELKTON, Ky. (WEKT) – One woman is behind bars after a traffic stop in Elkton Sunday afternoon. According to WEKT, Elkton police say they conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by 39-year-old Stacie Henry due to an active indictment warrant. WEKT reports Henry was arrested and charged...
Clarksville weighs downtown homeless shelter location
Clarksville City Council will debate buying land for a permanent shelter for those unhoused. Some residents voiced concerns for city growth, while advocates said it will boost accessibility.
This charming restaurant in Tennessee serves some of the best catfish around
this charming restaurant has built its reputation on doing one thing exceptionally well. The scent of hot oil, seasoned cornmeal, and fresh fish sets the tone for a meal that feels comforting, familiar, and deeply Southern. It’s a place where simplicity works in its favor. What keeps people...
Former Christian County magistrate, local business owner dies at 72
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Mark Alton Wells died on Dec. 31, 2025, at the age of 72 years old. According to his obituary, Mark moved to Hopkinsville and became a successful businessman, creating Super Lawn & Garden and later, Mr. Mulch. He was also the owner and operator of American Concrete from 1993...
Johnny Ransdell announces candidacy for Montgomery County sheriff
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Johnny Ransdell, a retired law enforcement sergeant with more than 31 years of service, has announced his candidacy for sheriff of Montgomery County. Ransdell began his law enforcement career in 1994 with District 1 patrol, where he built a strong foundation in patrol operations...
Dickson County first responders battle New Year’s Day blaze in Burns
Dickson County Fire & Rescue started the new year off battling a barn fire in Burns. Several agencies responded to the fire in the 600 block of JC Brown Road in Burns around 12:26 p.m. Upon arrival at the scene, the various fire departments found the barn fully engulfed, but crews were able to put out the fire with...

















