Lifestyle
8 hours ago in Lifestyle
Nod if you’ve heard this: Bobblehead dolls are an American favorite
Any head can bobble - entertainers, athletes, politicians, animals, fictional characters, even your own if you get one personalized. Kitschy, kind of funny, kind of clever, ubiquitous as giveaways at places like baseball games, who doesn't love a bobblehead? America most definitely does.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season
Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think
When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois
A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
3 big questions to ask your aging parents
One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances
Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
With the right preparation, international trips with babies are possible and even fun
Traveling with babies and toddlers can be daunting for parents. Questions about air travel, what to pack and safety are often top of mind, especially on long-distance flights and international trips.
Country News
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Dolly Parton estate announces 2-day festival ‘Dollyfest’ to celebrate her legacy
Dolly Parton is not done yet. The estate behind the icon, who died of cancer last week at age 80, has announced Dollyfest, a two-day festival to be held in Nashville and London across two consecutive weekends in 2027.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
After losing a friend and writing ‘Say So,’ Dan + Shay are back with the autobiographical ‘Young’
The lead single from Grammy Award-winning duo Dan + Shay's forthcoming album "Young" is a hard pivot from the wedding songs that make up so much of the country pair's discography.
News from ClarksvilleNow.com
yesterday in News
Temperature hits 101 degrees in Clarksville with 110 heat index
This is the second day in a row that the temperature has hit triple digits in Clarksville, after reaching 100 degrees at 3 p.m. Thursday.
yesterday in News
City Council approves new process for sidewalk exemptions, here’s what to know
The City Council voted to approve an ordinance that originally looked to allow the street department director to exempt sidewalk requirements on a case-by-case basis. Here’s what changed.
Thursday in News
City Council approves new distance limits for smoke shops in Clarksville
After weeks of debating an ordinance to require new distance limits for smoke shops, the City Council passed the proposal 9-3.
Thursday in News
Clarksville Police officer terminated after investigation into use of K-9 during arrest
A Clarksville Police K-9 officer who was involved in the arrest of Darius Chappell, who later died in Montgomery County Jail, has been terminated from the force.
Thursday in News
UPDATE: Temp hits 100 degrees in Clarksville, Heat Advisory extended
Clarksville forecast: Hot weather will continue Friday and Saturday before temperatures gradually ease through the Labor Day weekend.
Wednesday in Crime, News
Clarksville man charged in Red River crash that killed Air Evac pilot
The indictment comes nearly 10 months after the Interstate 24 crash that pushed a car into the Red River and killed an Air Evac pilot.
Wednesday in Business, News
3 buildings complete at NorthPark Logistics, 2 more ready for construction
With the first three buildings now complete, Hamilton Development has started construction on the fourth and fifth buildings at NorthPark Logistics in Clarksville.
Tuesday in News
Clarksville proposes resolution to keep cybersecurity vendors confidential
A resolution was brought before the Clarksville City Council this month that proposes to keep the identity of certain cybersecurity vendors confidential.
Tuesday in News
UPDATE: Interstate 24 back open after vehicle fire near Clarksville
Interstate 24 eastbound has been closed just past Clarksville due to a vehicle fire.
Tuesday in News
Heat Advisory issued for Clarksville, with indexes up to 109 expected
With temperatures near 100 and heat indexes up to 109 degrees expected this week, a Heat Advisory has been issued for Clarksville.