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Hey Clarksville, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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The more businesses we have on the platform, the more events, announcements, news, cool spots to check out, and deals we’ll have to share with you all every week. So if you know of a local business that belongs in the newsletter, forward this email to them or send ‘em here so they sign up too! The more the merrier 🙂
That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Selection process and timeline: Following Deanna McLaughlin’s resignation, Clarksville is filling Ward 2. Applications are due Feb. 2 to City Clerk Lisa Canfield. Candidates will speak Feb. 5 before a council vote — see how and when to apply.
Go behind the badge: Clarksville Police are accepting applications for the free 10-week Citizens’ Police Academy, Class 51. Sessions run March 3 to May 7 on Tuesday nights, with hands-on units like K-9 and CSI — see dates and eligibility.
Stories of confidence on display: Bella’s Closet Fashion Show is set for Austin Peay’s Dunn Center on February 7, celebrating style, resilience, and women supporting women in Clarksville. Tickets are $25 to benefit empowerment programs — get all the details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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🫶 We got your back
Explore the night sky: Austin Peay’s Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy will host four spring Public Observatory Nights at the Coleman Tractor APSU Farm Powered by Kubota. The first session will be January 24, with 50 spots per night and tickets available first-come. If skies are cloudy, an astronomy talk will be offered. See dates and details.
Boots that actually last: On the job, out two-stepping, or just craving comfort, Hayes Boots Plus carries a locally minded mix of work, western, and everyday footwear. Friendly fit experts help you land the right pair without the runaround, so your boots go the distance.
Local pour worth revisiting: If your wine rack needs a midwinter pick-me-up, Beachaven Vineyards & Winery pours a deep lineup, from crisp Chardonnay to fan-fave Golden Rose, crafted by a three-generation crew. Weekend live music returns this month, making laid-back plans easy.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🚪 DIY Personalized Coir Doormat Workshop @ Airie Forest School | Friday (1/23) at 5:00 PM – Retire that faded ‘Welcome’ mat and make a coir doormat that sounds like you at this women-only DIY workshop at Airie’s Nurture Center. You pick the quote, colors, and stencils, they supply everything, and you leave with a gift-worthy finished piece, no experience required.
🎨 Kids Kreate Workshop @ ArtLink | Friday (1/23) at 6:00 PM – Whether your kid or teen is the next Basquiat or just into glitter, this weekly Friday evening workshop lets them make wall-worthy art, not just fridge magnets. You get a couple blissful hours to reclaim your evening, they get bragging rights, and everyone sleeps better.
🎤 Game Show Fundraiser for Isla @ Amare Montessori | Friday (1/23) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’ve perfected your “Survey says!” face or just love arguing over trivia, Clarksville’s feud-style showdown is raising funds for Isla’s service dog through 4 Paws for Ability. Build a five-person team, sponsor, or fundraise $1,000 to play, and feel smug for a good cause.
This weekend
🤝 Community Service Meetup @ Manna Café Ministries | Saturday (1/24) at 8:00 AM – Pitch in at the Community Service Meetup, the every-Saturday gathering to do good around town. Show up, meet neighbors, pick up trash, paint fences, or whatever the city throws at us this week. It’s low drama, high karma, and an excuse to dodge yard work.
🛍 Bring Your Own Bag @ Plato’s Closet | Saturday (1/24) at 9:00 AM – BYOB, but it’s bags, not beer. Bring a sturdy tote and prepare to stuff it guilt-free with clearance, all at 90% off. Go early for the good picks, then brag about paying couch-cushion prices for actual brands, not just the mystery sweater no one claimed.
🖍 Drawing 4 Kids @ ArtLink | Sunday (1/25) at 12:00 PM – Kid climbing the walls? Park them at this one-hour drawing workshop made just for young artists, where someone else supplies the guidance, the patience, and the erasers. They explore creativity in a friendly, supportive setting, you reclaim 60 blessed minutes, everyone wins.
🎨 Valentine’s Gnome Painting Class @ The Christie Boutique | Sunday (1/25) at 3:00 PM – This instructor-led Valentine’s gnome painting class lets you craft a charming little decoration, because apparently even gnomes get date night now. Beginner-friendly, three hours, light refreshments, and only $35. Spots are limited, so claim yours, sip something, and paint happily.
Live music & entertainment:
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📻 Clarksville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 40°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 40, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 25. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 46°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 26%
A chance of rain and snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 46. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
This house is wild
Custom midcentury ranch on a 1.5-acre corner lot in the Richview area of Clarksville, built in 1964 by the builder as his own home and kept by just two owners. Double front doors open to a foyer between the living and dining rooms. The den centers on a brick fireplace and a wall of built-ins.
The kitchen offers a walk-in pantry and connects to a breakfast nook with bowed window overlooking patios and a gazebo. The primary suite opens to a patio, and its bath adds dual sinks and heated tile floors. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath, plus an office, laundry, and an upstairs suite.
Take a peek inside →
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