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In today's newsletter:

  • How a Clarksville abuse case could change teacher training statewide
  • Will a Clarksville High drummer win Band Student of the Week?
  • How high can Austin Peay climb before Tarleton State visits Clarksville?

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Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 87 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Hot with periods of sun, temps: high: 91, low: 66.
  • Thursday: Hot with periods of sun, with a high of 92 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Case Of Clarksville Teacher Accused Of Child Abuse Reviving Push For Legislation Requiring More Training (tennesseeconservativenews.com) — A Clarksville special education teacher's child abuse and neglect case is prompting renewed calls for mandatory de-escalation and behavior training for all Tennessee teachers, led by Rep. Ronnie Glynn of Clarksville. The teacher remains on paid leave from CMCSS while parents demand answers about the incident and a settlement hearing approaches in November.
   

• School spirit marches into fall: Vote now for Tennessean Band Student of the Week (theleafchronicle.com) — Clarksville readers can support local pride by voting for Clarksville High School marching band member Adam Teal in the Tennessean's Band Student of the Week poll, open through Oct. 1. Teal is praised by his principal for leadership in the percussion section, helping younger members, and keeping the band room running smoothly alongside other standout Middle Tennessee musicians.
   

• Austin Peay football at No. 9, highest regular-season ranking in modern era (clarksvillenow.com) — Austin Peay football has climbed to No. 9 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, the program's highest regular-season ranking in the modern era, with a big home showdown looming in Clarksville. After a 4-1 start, the Govs face New Haven next, then likely host a top-10 matchup against Tarleton State at Fortera Stadium, giving local fans a rare chance to see nationally ranked FCS action.
   

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    I am 87 years old and have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. So I am looking for a reasonable and someone who can see me soon. I have insurance. I… (Nextdoor Dover Road)
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    Really happy with how this one came together. Kitchen Design Guys TN kitchendesignguystn.com (Nextdoor St Bethlehem)
  • City of Clarksville Tennessee posted a job opening for Recreation Aide (Part Time) in Clarksville. Apply here.
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  • Lowest diesel gas price in Stewart County hits $5.99 for week ending Sept. 19 (clarksvilletimes.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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