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2 hours ago in Lifestyle

Plastic bags don’t go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?

Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of. If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Summer travelers who relied on Spirit Airlines may struggle to find budget alternatives

Days after Spirit Airlines shut down in the middle of the night, a lawyer for the defunct budget carrier stood before a bankruptcy judge and apologized to the price-conscious customers who might struggle to find affordable flights in its absence.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Pediatricians group finds kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health

Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to be protected.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running

Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo

Nayomie Mendoza has become accustomed to how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the U.S.: the platters of tacos, the pitchers of margaritas and the jubilant sounds of mariachi bands.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing

Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors

Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

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Ella Langley dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson wins entertainer of the year

Cody Johnson won entertainer of the year, but it was Ella Langley's night from the start. The first honor of the Academy of Country Music Awards Sunday was for the coveted song of the year, given to Langley for the crossover hit "Choosin' Texas," presented to her by Michael Bublé.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader

The largest collection of Paul McCartney's personal artifacts ever publicly displayed is part of a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame centering on his life after The Beatles.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, ‘Dai Dai’

As the song demands: "Let's go!" The Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have teamed up for "Dai Dai," the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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1 hour ago in News

MISSING JUVENILE ALERT: Police seek help finding runaway 17-year-old

Police are asking for the public’s help finding a 17-year-old runaway juvenile.

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today in Crime, News

Wanted in Clarksville: Police seek two men accused of attempted Big Lots robbery

Police are asking for the public’s help identifying two men accused of trying to rob the Big Lots on Riverside Drive, pointing a gun at a cashier before running toward the nearby Dairy Queen.

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yesterday in Education, News

Parents demand accountability from CMCSS after fatal bus crash, Vedder incident

Parents of crash survivors said CMCSS failed to notify families and provide support for the March 27 bus wreck.

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yesterday in News

UPDATE: Police locate 30-year-old last seen leaving hospital

The Clarksville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance finding a missing 30-year-old man.

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yesterday in Crime, News

Adams man takes plea deal in 2019 child sex abuse case

An Adams man indicted on 33 sex-related charges in 2019 pleaded guilty Monday to two counts and was sentenced to 10 years on probation.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth awards Purple Heart medals during a pinning ceremony at the Sabalauski Air Assault School at Fort Campbell, Kentucky on May 18, 2026. (Contributed, Department of War)

yesterday in Military, News

Fort Campbell soldiers hurt in 2003 Kuwait attack awarded Purple Hearts by Pete Hegseth

Pete Hegseth visited Fort Campbell, Kentucky to administer an enlistment oath and award several soldiers with Purple Hearts.

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Monday in Crime, News

Man takes plea in 2022 fentanyl death in Clarksville, co-defendant faces July trial

A plea deal resolved Perry’s charges in the 2022 fentanyl death, but the second defendant in the case is still headed to trial this summer.

Monday in Education, News

Austin Peay State University proposes 3.23% increase in undergrad tuition, fees

The Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees will consider a 3.23% increase in undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees during their scheduled June 5 meeting.

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Monday in High Schools, News, Sports

Kirkwood High School welcomes new head girls’ basketball coach

Kirkwood High School is proud to announce the hiring of Ashley Peeler as the new Head Coach of the Lady Cobras basketball program.

Scene after the stabbing at the Clarksville Speedway on May 15, 2026. (Dash 10 Media)

Monday in Crime, News

Police investigating stabbing at Clarksville Speedway from over the weekend

The Clarksville Police Department confirmed on Monday that a stabbing did take place at the Clarksville Speedway over the weekend at about 11:25 p.m. on Friday night.

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