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Delays in safety upgrades frustrate parents in Metro Schools
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — 45% of Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) are outfitted with shatterproof film to help keep active shooters out. On August 5 when classes resumed, 45 MNPS schools had that protection and on Thursday, August 22 that number is up to 58 schools. Metro School leaders...
Kurt Suiter steals stepmother’s $23,000 boat & trailer after breaking into her home
36-year-old Kurt Suiter was caught breaking into his stepmother, Michelle Suiter’s, home on Circle Road on August 8th. Officers arrived and spoke with Michelle about the incident. Michelle stated that Kurt had entered her residence while she was at work without informing her. Michelle also mentioned that Kurt had cut the lock of her Legend Boat trailer and that her boat and trailer were missing. During Michelle’s conversation with law enforcement, she was sent a message from Kurt.
Austin Lee indicted by Grand Jury for multiple charges including money laundering
A Montgomery County Grand Jury had indicted 26-year-old Austin Lee for two counts of money laundering, one count of evading arrest, one count of assault, and one count of false reporting that occurred between the dates of August 21st, 2022, and August 24th, 2022. The indictments allege that on or about August 21st, 2022, Lee knowingly and unlawfully intended to deprive Z-Mart of property valued at $1,000. The indictment also alleges that Lee knowingly intended to conceal the property and attempted to make a financial transaction using it to purchase illegal narcotics. Another indictment alleges that on or around August 24th, 2022, Lee knowingly took property owned by Marathon Gas Station and also took property from Bethany Gibbs by using violence or putting her in fear for her life. Lee knowingly attempted to conceal the currency and use it to conduct a financial transaction such as bond money.
Jeff Burkhart running for re-election to Tennessee House, District 75
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Jeff Burkhart has announced he’s running for re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives in District 75. Jeffery Darrell Burkhart, 62, is a lifelong resident of Clarksville. He graduated from Northwest High School in 1980 and received an associate’s degree in Fire Science from Volunteer State Community College in 2014. Shortly after he graduated high school, he started working for the Clarksville Gas and Water Department. In 1982, he transferred to the Fire Department and worked his way up through the ranks to the leadership role of assistant fire chief. In 1985, he began his career in the construction industry and has since grown a business developing commercial and residential subdivisions, as well as building commercial and residential properties.
Leadership Clarksville announces Class of 2025
CLARKSVILLE, TN − Leadership Clarksville has named 32 local leaders to its Class of 2025. In its 37th year of operation, the executive leadership program is designed to enhance collaboration among community and business leaders of the area, to give them an intense look at the community, to inspire solutions to complex problems, generate long-term economic value and quality of life.
TVA to take down 1,000-foot-tall concrete chimneys at Cumberland Fossil Plant
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The southwest Montgomery County skyline is about to lose a distinctive landmark with the removal of the orange-and-white-striped, 1,000-foot-tall chimneys at the Cumberland Fossil Plant. Starting this week and continuing for the next several months, TVA crews will be manually removing the first of...
Day 4 of the trial concluded for Jaelyn Gant, charged with the 2020 murder and armed robbery of an employee at a Chinese restaurant in Clarksville.
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – As Day 4 of the trial concluded for Jaelyn Gant, charged with the 2020 murder and armed robbery of an employee at a Chinese restaurant, the jury heard testimony from over 30 witnesses, including experts in DNA and firearms, and from Gant himself. On...
Austin Peay football assistant coach Patrick Kugler resigns after arrest on trafficking charge
Austin Peay football co-offensive coordinator Patrick Kugler was arrested Aug. 17 on a charge of trafficking for a commercial sex act. Kugler resigned from his position Aug. 18. "Austin Peay...
DUI: Kevin Cartwright swerves between lanes on TN 374 West in his Chevy Silverado
31-year-old Kevin Cartwright, an employee of Hankook, was seen swerving in his black Chevy Silverado on TN 374 West on August 9th. Highway patrol observed this and made contact with Cartwright. During their interaction, officers reported that he smelled of alcohol and refused to speak. When Cartwright was requested to...
Matthew Neely nearly falls over drunk after calling police at Club Stilettos
29-year-old Matthew Neely reported to law enforcement that he felt like he was going to get robbed while he was at Club Stilettos on August 9th. When officers arrived and made contact with Neely, they noted that they immediately smelled the odor of alcohol on his breath. Officers then observed several signs of impairment.
Brooklyn Major assaults woman after breaking into her home during altercation
19-year-old Brooklyn Major was caught after assaulting Hattie Perez at a Bridgette Drive residence on August 8th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Gloria Perez and her children, Hattie and Nathan Perez. All three parties informed officers that Major and a Juvenile had been sleeping on their couch for the last week and a half. Hattie, however, had informed them that their landlord did not allow anyone else to live at the residence and that they had to leave. She claims that both Major and the minor had initially left the residence, but they returned to pick up the items they had left there. Hattie then claims to have placed their items on the porch and, upon their return, informed them that their things were on the porch.
Timothy Kappas punches & strangles his employee for dropping paint on carpet
49-year-old Timothy Kappas was caught after getting into a fight with one of his employees, Jason Yoreck, at a Racker Drive residence on August 7th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Yoreck, who claimed he was involved in a fight with Kappas, his boss. Yoreck informed officers that Kappas had punched him in the face and strangled him. Yoreck stated that this caused him to lose the ability to breathe. Yoreck also claimed that he was about to pass out and that his vision became blurry. Officers noticed that Yoreck had numerous cuts on his face and multiple red marks around his neck. The injuries were consistent with being punched in the face and strangled.
3-legged bearded dragon gets prosthetic limb thanks to STEM students at Kirkwood Middle School
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Earlier this year, groups of elementary students and middle schoolers came together for the 2024 S.T.E.M Exhibit held at Austin Peay State University. This included a group of students at Kirkwood Middle who transformed the life of Cruella, the three-legged bearded dragon, for the better.
Chamber holds first Battle of the Businesses Pickleball Tournament | PHOTOS
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the inaugural Battle of the Businesses Pickleball Tournament this week at the Clarksville Athletic Club. Businesses from across Clarksville have gathered to compete in multiple pickleball tournaments, going head-to-head in a friendly rivalry. The event offered...
A 2nd ex-Memphis officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols' death. He could serve 40 years in prison
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Federal prosecutors agreed to recommend a prison sentence of no more than 40 years for a former Memphis police officer who pleaded guilty Friday to federal civil rights violations in the 2023 fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. Emmitt Martin is the second former officer to plead guilty in the killing that sparked outrage and renewed calls for police reform. Three former officers still face trial in federal court next month, and two of their former colleagues could testify against them. Martin entered his change of plea before U.S. District Judge Mark Norris in Memphis under an agreement with prosecutors, pleading guilty to excessive force and witness tampering charges. Sentencing is set for Dec. 5. Nichols’ mother, RowVaughn Wells, was in the courtroom. She nodded her head and smiled when the judge accepted Martin’s change of plea.
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