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Why Austin Peay basketball coach Dave Loos is happy he left coaching when he did
Dave Loos' timing was always good when he was at Austin Peay. He knew when to agree to take on the Governors' athletic director duties while still coaching the men's basketball team in 1997 and when to give those duties up in 2013 while remaining on the bench. He also knew when it...
Derrick Williams vandalizes ex-girlfriend’s property with used cat litter
40-year-old Derrick Williams, an employee of 7 Deuce Social Club, was seen vandalizing his ex-girlfriend, Ms. Cusano’s property at a Verkler Drive Apartment on July 6th. When officers arrived on the scene, they spoke with Cusano, who claimed that Williams, her ex-boyfriend, took multiple items from her property. Officers later found the items in a dumpster near the residence. Officers noticed the items were contaminated with used cat litter and other garbage. Based on the statements made and officers finding the property in a nearby dumpster, a warrant was issued. Williams was then found and taken into custody for vandalism on July 7th.
Cheyenne Jenkins jailed after being found drunk at Parkway Place Apartments
19-year-old Cheyenne Jenkins was found intoxicated at the Parkway Place Apartments on July 7th. When officers arrived, they made contact with Jenkins, who had the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from her. Jenkins was asked if she had consumed any alcohol, and she admitted that she had. Upon further investigation, officers found that Jenkins was 19 years old. Jenkins was taken into custody for public intoxication and underage drinking.
Soldier Zarria Barton flees traffic stop after speeding on Fort Campbell Boulevard
20-year-old Soldier Zarria Barton was seen speeding in a red Chevy Camaro on Fort Campbell Boulevard at 7:50 a.m. on June 24th. Officers observed her going 67mph and attempted to make a traffic stop, but they lost sight of Barton after she sped off. Through further investigation, officers received Barton’s vehicle tags and called on her for an interview. During the interview, Barton confessed that she was the driver who evaded the traffic stop and recalled the incident for officers. Barton was taken into custody for evading arrest and speeding on July 5th.
Austin Bateman assaults police officer after he’s seen dragging his sister into apartment
27-year-old Austin Bateman was involved in a domestic altercation with his sister, Ashley Bateman, while at the Solis Apartments on Needmore Road on July 5th. Officers responded to an assault occurring at the residence. When officers arrived, they could hear a female screaming, “No!” After this, officers proceeded to run upstairs and observed Austin dragging Ashley, his sister, into an apartment by her arm. Officers then instructed Austin to release Ashley, which he did. Austin proceeded to drop Ashley and began charging at the officers while screaming and cursing. Officers then grabbed Bateman by his shirt and placed him on the ground. After this, Bateman got up on his knees and swung at an officer, striking him on the left side of his chin. Bateman was then deemed the primary aggressor and was taken into custody for assault on a first responder and domestic assault.
DUI: John Craven swerves between lanes while speeding on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard
19-year-old John Craven was seen speeding on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard on July 5th. Officers tailed Craven and observed him crossing the white line several times, so they conducted a traffic stop. When officers interacted with Craven, they noticed multiple signs of intoxication, including the smell of an alcoholic beverage. When asked, Craven confessed that he had six drinks but stated that he had stopped drinking hours prior. Craven agreed to perform sobriety tests and performed poorly. Craven was taken into custody for underage driving under the influence.
Jonathan McConnell deemed too drunk for Mr. Billy’s Bar & Grill
27-year-old Jonathon McConnell was seen publicly intoxicated at Mr. Billy’s Bar & Grill on Lowes Drive on July 4th. When officers arrived on the scene, they spoke with the bar bouncer. The bouncer stated that McConnell was extremely intoxicated and became upset when someone took his phone. McConnell then proceeded to become upset and aggressive towards the bouncers. Officers then deemed McConnell to be a danger to himself and others, so he was taken into custody for public intoxication on July 5th.
DUI: Leon Ravenell passes out at traffic light on Peachers Mill Road
29-year-old Leon Ravenell was seen asleep at the wheel at a traffic light on Peachers Mill Road on July 4th. Bystanders reported that Ravenell was asleep and parked his car before law enforcement arrived. When officers arrived and contacted Ravenell, they needed to use a sternal rub to wake him. Once awake, Ravenell admitted to drinking alcohol before operating his car. Ravenell agreed to perform sobriety tests but showed several signs of impairment. Ravenell was then taken into custody. An Intoximeter revealed that Ravenwell’s BAC was .115%. Ravenell was later transported to Booking and charged with driving under the influence.
Sartley Yangitelush drunkenly shoots fireworks at buildings on July 4th
26-year-old Sartley Yangitelush was seen intoxicated and shooting fireworks near buildings while at the Stone Terrace apartments on Tracy Lane on July 4th. Officers responded to a report of a man shooting fireworks near buildings. When officers arrived, they spoke with Yangitelush. Officers noticed that Yangitelush had a bag of fireworks in his possession. Officers also saw several empty beer bottles and fireworks debris around him. Yangitelush reeked of alcohol and was observed to be firing fireworks from his hands. When officers spoke with Yangitelush, he claimed he had no identification, so he wrote his name and date of birth down for officers. Yangitelush then told officers he was 25 and stated his birth year was 1997, despite him originally writing down that it was 1996. He then stated that his birth year was 1996 before correcting himself and saying it was 1997 again. Officers then determined Yangitelush to be lying about his age and deemed him too intoxicated. Yangitelush was taken into custody for criminal impersonation and public intoxication.
DUI: Lucian Groves crashes Ram 1500 into light pole on 4th of July
31-year-old Lucian Groves was involved in a car crash on Hankook Road on the 4th of July. When officers arrived, they observed Groves’ silver Ram 1500 crashed into a light pole. Officers then made contact with Groves, who was unresponsive at the wheel. Once Groves was awake, he showed signs of impairment. Officers prompted Groves with field sobriety tests. Groves consented to the tests but performed poorly. During an arrest search of Groves’ vehicle, officers found marijuana. Groves was later transported and charged with driving under the influence and simple possession.
Kids enjoy new school supplies, bounce houses at CMCSS Back to School Block Party | PHOTOS
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System had a huge turnout for its Back to School Block Party on Saturday at Kenwood High School. Several organizations were there to bring awareness to their programs, including Donna Brann with Families in Transition, helping homeless kids in the system. This year, she said, there were 1,352 unhoused students in CMCSS.
Austin Peay’s Tucker Brown selected for AASCU Becoming a Provost Academy
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) is proud to announce that Dr. Tucker Brown, senior vice provost and associate vice president for Academic Affairs, has been chosen as one of 38 higher education professionals for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) 2024 Becoming a Provost Academy (BAPA) cohort.
APSU raises over $12.6 million in 2024 fiscal year, topping national trend for 3 years
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University received 6,094 gifts and pledges from 2,553 donors and achieved a fundraising total of over $12.6 million during the 2024 fiscal year. Over the last three years, APSU has had a 6.2% increase in its number of donors and a 39% increase in its number of gifts.
Govs looks to move last game of football season against in-state rival Mocs
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Austin Peay State University football is looking to move their last game of their 2024-25 regular season against in state rival, the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Mocs, to a Thursday night. Currently, the game is slated to take place on Saturday, Nov. 23. But sources...
News in Clarksville: Longer recess, county budget cuts, landfill stench solution and other top stories this week
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week. Following push from parents, CMCSS elementaries create longer recess times: Currently, CMCSS schools provide only 15-20 minutes of outside recess time. For the 2024-25 school year starting next month, that has been extended to 30 minutes. READ MORE.
Emancipation Day Block Party to be held at Dixon Park in Clarksville
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – An Emancipation Day block party is planned on Aug. 3 from 5-10 p.m. in Dixon Park. The celebration will feature Xzaundra and BWA, Tammy Hall, Burt Steppers and D.J. Folley, plus vendors, music, dance contests, food and prizes. Aug. 8 is Emancipation Day in...
Connect with Montgomery County employees at Downtown Commons
CLARKSVILLE, TN – The first County Connections event will be hosted at Downtown Commons on July 25 from 5:30-7 p.m. The event, which was presented by County Parks & Recreation Director Sally Read, is an opportunity to talk to people who serve the residents of Montgomery County through their work in local government, to gain better knowledge of the difference in services between county and city government and have fun.
Montgomery County lawyer suspended by Tennessee Supreme Court for illegal law practice
The Tennessee Supreme Court penalized a Montgomery County attorney for practicing law with a suspended license. Colleen Ann Hyder, a Clarksville attorney, failed to pay her professional privilege tax in January 2020 and continued to handle clients, which is illegal in Tennessee. Licensed attorneys must pay this tax to maintain...
Local politicians react to Biden’s exit from presidential race
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, local politicians are sharing their opinions. Many local and regional lawmakers said this gives the Democratic Party a chance to reset and disrupt the dynamic. Some have already thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. “For me, […]
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