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šŸŒ± Why did Clarksvilleā€™s council shoot down a 24-cent tax hike budget?

Clarksville, Tennessee Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Clarksville! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Clarksvilleā€™s council shoot down a 24-cent tax hike budget?
  • Montgomery County K-9 Deebo gets new protective vest in Clarksville
  • How will a shot clock change Clarksville high school basketball games?

Also on today's calendar: Flag Day Ceremony and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Not as hot with a t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 86, low: 73. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 79 and low of 63 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. City Council rejects budget, calls for transparency, Pitts defends takeover of Ajax Turner Senior Center (clarksvillenow.com) ā€” Clarksvilleā€™s City Council has rejected the first reading of a budget that still includes a 24-cent property tax increase, even after trimming millions through amendments. Council members blasted the budget process as lacking transparency and clashed over whether the city or Ajax Turner should run the senior center, while Mayor Pitts defended the takeover citing financial and management concerns.
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2. Bullet- and stab-protective body armor for K-9 gifted to sheriff's office in Tenn. (newschannel5.com) ā€” Clarksvilleā€™s own Montgomery County K-9 Deebo just received a new bullet- and stab-resistant vest, donated by a national nonprofit that outfits police dogs across the country. The custom-fitted armor boosts safety for local deputiesā€™ four-legged partner while highlighting how private donors help protect law enforcement K-9s serving right here in our community.
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3. Changes coming to high school basketball: Shot clock, rankings for state tournaments (clarksvillenow.com) ā€” High school basketball across Tennessee, including Clarksville programs, is headed for big changes after TSSAA approved a phased-in shot clock and RPI-based seeding for state tournaments. The shot clock will be fully in place by 2029-30, while RPI seeding starts in 2027-28, reshaping how teams like Rossview and West Creek prepare for postseason play.
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4. Clarksville Obituary: Ericka Lee Trice Kennedy (clarksvilleonline.com) ā€” Family and friends in Clarksville are mourning the passing of Ericka Lee Trice Kennedy, who died May 28 at Ahava Healthcare Center in Clarksville. A Northwest High School graduate and lifelong local with deep church and community ties, she is remembered for her love of cooking, dancing, gardening, and the many relatives and friends who now cherish her memory.
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    Sunday June 14
  • Flag Day Ceremony ā†’
    Fort Campbell American Legion Post 233, 14633 Fort Campbell Blvd, Oak Grove
    5:00 pm

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  • Mr Trey was true to his word, had excellent communication, was polite, personable, professional, and fast!
    I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this business, and will be in touch for all of my future needs! And I love to work with others who served our country! (Nextdoor Patrick's Place)
  • Thank you to everyone that responded to my post about needing items hauled off.
    Trey Williamson of ā€œFresh Bins Solutionsā€ took care of it earlier today, and I couldnā€™t be happier! I HIGHLY recommend them for any and all removalā€¦ (Nextdoor Patrick's Place)
  • Kimco Facility Services, LLC posted a job opening for Warehouse Janitorial Associate in Clarksville. Apply here.
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Produce Associate in Clarksville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clarksville here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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