The Clarksville Rundown with Chris and Ryan

Could it be an IKEA? Costco? Bass Pro Shop? Whichever major big box retailer is planning a spot in Clarksville, it will have a huge economic impact, with 800 jobs and millions in tax revenue to help pay for roads, schools and more. Speaking of which, why do people think we can get Nashville-size firefighter salaries on Clarksville-size tax burdens? Also, Ryan shares his dream "Clarksvegas" store: A combo car wash/nail salon/vape shop. 

Was it strategy, opportunity or just coincidence that Tennova and Ascension Saint Thomas were trying to open hospitals next to one another? Whatever the cause, Tennova's plan was rejected, adding to their recent losses. Also, what should be done to improve safety at Billy Dunlop Park, can someone give answers to flooded Clarksville residents, and who's going to pay to save historic buildings?

A study shows we're falling behind in new home construction, driving up the costs for everyone in Clarksville. What can be done, and who's going to do it? Also, some solutions for running neighborhood stop signs, updates on Dunbar Cave Road and the Rollow Lane roundabout, and two Clarksville actors are in the national spotlight.

As the state decided this week to give TriStar and Ascension Saint Thomas permission to build hospitals in Clarksville, over objections from Tennova, there were eye-opening comments and questions. Here's a look behind the scenes. Plus, the latest on TVA building a Natural Gas Plant in our backyard, and Ryan reveals Clarksville's connection to the Coldplay scandal.

With the Clarksville Speedway being purchased by the city, and Montgomery County building a new fairgrounds, big annual events are in limbo. Here's what's happening and what could come next in our ongoing fairgrounds shuffle. Plus, Tennova tells the state why we don't need new hospitals in Clarksville, Chris announces his decision on running for Congress, and Ryan talks to people about their meat. 

A dig into local history shows we could have sold our hospital to Vanderbilt or Saint Thomas two decades ago, but we rolled the dice on Triad. Remember them? Also, Congressman Green does great work, then walks away. Ryan goes on a (long) tirade about education. And Chris explains what NOT to do at our new beer place, Tap This.

Each hospital chief had 15 minutes to sell their plan to local business and community leaders. Here's how it went down, and what might happen next. Meanwhile, will the city's Stormwater Utility expert have the testicular (or ovarian) fortitude to force developers to do the right thing? Plus, Chris tours a mayo plant, and Ryan explains why Clarksville doesn't celebrate the Fourth on the fourth. 

Documents show local leaders knew back in the mid-90s that Woodstock flooding would be a problem, and they never fixed it in the 2010s. Also, with three new hospitals proposed for Clarksville, the ideal choice is "all of the above." Plus, Rep. Mark Green's resignation, and what the heck should we call the new MV-75 aircraft that will replace the 101st Airborne Division's Black Hawks?

The new requirement for more recess in schools started right here in Clarksville, and now it's catching on in other states. Let's go! Also, new plans for the Performing Arts Center include tearing down the old Roxy, and it's about time. Plus, Chris and Ryan share their favorite high school make-out spots, in hopes that the unfinished end of Spring Creek Parkway makes the list.

CMCSS will ban phones during school hours this fall, and it can't come soon enough. Imagine kids having to speak to each other in the hallways! Plus, Clarksville gets two minor tornadoes and its first mental health crisis unit. And Chris tries to explain Wagyu, toro and izakaya.