The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency is joining the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and Lowe’s for Tune It Tuesday, a statewide weather radio programming event happening on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. local time.

This initiative aims to help Tennesseans prepare for emergencies by ensuring NOAA Weather Radios are correctly programmed to receive location-specific emergency alerts.

“The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is proud to partner with Lowe's and TEMA on this effort. NOAA Weather Radios are one of the most reliable ways to get timely and potentially life-saving information during severe weather or other emergencies and are a critical tool when the power is out or cell networks are down,” said Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency Director Steve Batten.

Tune It Tuesday Event Details: 

• Tuesday, September 23, 2025
• 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Clarksville Lowe’s: 2150 Lowes Dr, Clarksville, TN 37040

• EMA personnel will be assisting community members with programming new or existing NOAA Weather Radios.

A limited number of Midland NOAA Weather Radios will be available, first-come, first-served, courtesy of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). In addition, TEMA is providing free batteries for weather radios, while supplies last. Lowe’s will have additional weather radios and other preparedness tools available for purchase.

For more information on weather radio programming, a list of participating counties, and other preparedness resources, visit TEMA’s website.

To learn more about the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency, visit montgomerytn.gov/ema.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Tenn. – Montgomery County Government, in coordination with the City of Clarksville Street Department, will be closing 2nd Street between Franklin and Commerce Streets starting at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, September 19, 2025, to facilitate roof replacement on the Montgomery County Historic Courthouse. The roadway is anticipated to be open to all traffic by 4:00 p.m.

A crane and associated equipment that will be used as part of this replacement will block this segment of the street and street parking. Drivers should be aware of this closure downtown and plan alternate route

Last Edited: September 15, 2025 @ 10:48 am

Citizens in Montgomery County are encouraged to utilize the early voting period for the October 7 Special Primary Election to select nominees to fill the vacancy in the United States House of Representatives, District 7. Tennessee has been ranked number one in the nation for election integrity for the fourth year in a row, and early voting is a safe and secure way to cast a ballot before Election Day.

“This is an important election, and every vote will matter,” said Amanda Joslin, the Montgomery County Administrator of Elections. “Go vote during early voting or on Election Day and help decide who will represent your party in the race for the 7th Congressional District.”

Early voting runs through Oct. 2, and voters can find hours and polling locations, view sample ballots, and much more by visiting GoVoteTN.gov or downloading the Secretary of State’s free GoVoteTN app. 

“Election officials throughout the 7th Congressional district are working hard to ensure voters can cast their ballots,” said Secretary of State Tre Hargett. “I encourage all eligible voters to take part in shaping the choices for this important congressional race.”  

Tennesseans voting early or on Election Day should remember to bring valid photo identification to the polls. A driver's license or photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, by the Tennessee state government, or by the federal government are acceptable even if they are expired. College student IDs are not acceptable.

For more information about early voting and other election information, visit your trusted source for election information, GoVoteTN.gov, or contact the Montgomery County Election Commission at (931) 648-5707. 

Last Edited: September 15, 2025 @ 2:20 pm

Montgomery County proudly celebrated the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the new North Branch Public Library and Montgomery County Animal Care & Control Facility on Saturday, September 13, 2025. More than 150 guests joined the ceremonial ribbon-cutting, while over 3,000 visitors explored the new library and shelter to celebrate the official opening of the combined facility at 435 Jordan Road in North Clarksville.  

The ceremony, emceed by Lee Erwin of 5 Star Media Group, featured remarks from Montgomery County Animal Care & Control staff and committee members, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library staff and board, and a local student essay winner. 

County Mayor Wes Golden opened the ceremony by welcoming state delegates, elected officials, employees, and community members. He highlighted the uniqueness of the project, noting how it brings two essential services together in one shared space, expands capacity, and fosters community engagement. And thanked local delegates and county commissioners for their support, as well as the engineering, design, and construction teams for their work in providing these two new facilities to the rapidly growing north side of town. 

Representatives from the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library spoke about the extensive planning and effort that went into designing the new facility. They highlighted not only the wide range of programs available to residents but also the addition of outdoor areas and meeting spaces that will give the community more opportunities to gather, learn, and connect. They also expressed gratitude to the many teams whose support made the project possible. 

Representatives from Montgomery County Animal Care & Control spoke about the hard work and planning that went into the new facility, which more than doubles their capacity and adds a modern surgery suite. They emphasized how these improvements will allow the staff to provide better care for animals, expand services, and create more opportunities for community engagement. They also thanked the many teams whose support helped bring the project to life. 

Both groups cut their ribbons to celebrate the official opening of the new facilities. After the ceremony, the buildings were opened to the public, and guests were invited to enjoy guided tours, a live DJ, food trucks, story time, balloon art, and more. 

“Improving quality of life for our residents has always been one of our top priorities, and these projects help us do just that by giving people greater access to important services and spaces to learn and connect. We’re excited to celebrate the grand opening of the new North Branch Library and Animal Care & Control facility with our residents. These are the first county facilities on the north side of town, perfectly located to serve our rapidly growing community and our many military families,” said Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden. 

“We are so grateful to everyone who helped bring this vision to life—from our library boards, local leaders, and library staff to our dedicated volunteers, community partners, and supporters. The North Branch represents a new chapter of access, connection, and possibility. As we look to the future, I’m filled with hope and inspiration for the programs, services, and opportunities we’ll be able to offer a wider audience across our community,” said Christina Reidel, Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library Director.  

“We are beyond excited, as this is an endeavor that has been over eight years in the making.  We started with just an idea and thought of creating a facility that would provide the best possible care and love for our community animals while also providing a safe and efficient work environment for our staff.  The level of gratefulness we have for Mayor Golden and the County Commission for seeing and understanding our vision is immeasurable,” said Dave Kaske, Montgomery County Animal Care & Control Director. 

For more information about the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library, visit: montgomerytn.gov/publiclibrary 

For more information about Montgomery County Animal Care & Control, visit: montgomerytn.gov/animal-control 

Last Edited: September 11, 2025 @ 9:12 am

Montgomery County Government, in coordination with the City of Clarksville Street Department, will be closing 2nd Street between Franklin and Commerce Streets starting at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, September 12, 2025, to facilitate roof replacement on the Montgomery County Historic Courthouse. The roadway is anticipated to be open to all traffic by 4:00 p.m.

A crane and associated equipment that will be used as part of this replacement will block this segment of the street and street parking. Drivers should be aware of this closure downtown and plan alternate routes.