Last Edited: April 09, 2026 @ 9:30 am

 The community is invited to enjoy an evening of live outdoor music and student talent at Spring Sing, a new collaborative event presented by the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. This free event will take place on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6 p.m.to 8 p.m. at Downtown Commons, featuring performances by several CMCSS high school choirs. 

“Spring Sing is a wonderful opportunity for our students to share their hard work and passion for music with the community,” said Blake Gority, Kirkwood High School choir teacher. “Bringing together choirs from across our high schools not only highlights the incredible talent within our programs but also celebrates the importance of the arts in education.” 

Several CMCSS high school choirs will take the stage throughout the evening, including Clarksville High School, Kirkwood High School, Rossview High School, and West Creek High School.  

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food will be available for purchase from local food trucks E's Squeezed Lemonade and Happy Bun Hot Dogs. 

“We are proud to partner with CMCSS to create opportunities that showcase our local students and bring the community together,” said Sally Read, Director of Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. “Events like Spring Sing highlight the power of collaboration while giving these talented performers a special stage in the heart of downtown Clarksville.” 

For more information about events hosted by Montgomery County Parks and Recreation, visit montgomerytn.gov/parks. 

Applications for the 2026-2027 Montgomery County Mayor’s Emerging Leaders (MEL) Program are now open and will be accepted through May 20, 2026.

The MEL program is for local high school students entering 10th through 12th grade who are interested in learning how local government works through attendance and participation in committee meetings and county activities. Beginning in August 2026 and running through January 2027, the program provides students with a basic understanding of various aspects of county government. Participants select committees to engage with and are encouraged to attend budget committee meetings as part of their experience.

"This program gives students the opportunity to interact with county government and better understand what is happening in government at a local level. I really enjoy having them join our committees and meetings. We welcome their questions and curiosity and encourage them to share their unique perspectives,” said Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden. 

Eligibility: 

• Must live in Montgomery County and have at least a 2.5 GPA
• Submit 3 letters of recommendation; one must be from a teacher or counselor.

Requirements: Scholarship and end-of-program certificate require all criteria to be met. 

• Attend 6 Committee Meetings
• Complete 3 program activities
• Check in to verify attendance at meetings and activities

Applications for the 2026-2027 Mayor’s Emerging Leaders Program are available on the Montgomery County Communications page at montgomerytn.gov/comm. 

For questions or to request an application, contact Valerie Linares at vjlinares@montgomerytn.gov or Michelle Hueffmeier at mrhueffmeier@montgomerytn.gov 

Last Edited: April 07, 2026 @ 11:28 am

The Montgomery County Veterans Service Office (MCVSO) will be closed on Thursday, April 9, to allow staff to participate in mandatory training provided by the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services. This training enables team members to remain up to date on the latest policies, benefits, and resources available to better serve local veterans and their families.

The MCVSO will resume normal business hours on Friday, April 10. Residents are encouraged to reach out before or after the closure for assistance.

For more services from MCVSO, visit https://mcgtn.org/vso

Last Edited: April 07, 2026 @ 9:12 am

Sequins, songs, and a whole lot of smarts filled the room on March 23, 2026, as the Imagination Library of Montgomery County (ILMC) hosted its very first Trivia Night Fundraiser—an evening dedicated to laughter, community, and a shared love of reading (with a little help from Dolly Parton).

Six spirited teams—Clueless in Clarksville, Parton Partners, The Wingnuts, The Outliers, Hard Candy Christmas, and Augustine—put their knowledge to the test, tackling trivia questions all about the iconic Dolly Parton. From her middle name to her Tennessee roots and famous family ties, no rhinestone was left unturned.

The evening was hosted by ILMC Board Chair Bobette Bouton and her husband, Nathan Martin, who kept the crowd engaged with challenging questions and plenty of lighthearted moments.

“It’s our 20th year celebrating ILMC in Montgomery County, so we want to do all we can to recognize this milestone and bring the community into the mix,” said Bouton. “This was a fun and easy way to raise funding—and we’re already looking forward to hosting more trivia nights in the future.”

The event was made even more special thanks to the generous support of Strawberry Alley Ale Works, which provided its upstairs space for the evening. Owner Wes Cunningham and his team have long been champions of the Imagination Library’s mission to put books into the hands of young readers.

In total, the inaugural event raised approximately $800—funds that will go directly toward providing free, high-quality books to children across Montgomery County, helping spark imagination and build a foundation for lifelong learning.

For two decades, ILMC has been delivering the joy of reading to local families, one book at a time. And if Trivia Night proved anything, it’s that this community is ready to keep the story going.

To learn more about how to support or enroll a child, visit the Imagination Library of Montgomery County at https://www.facebook.com/ImaginationLibraryMontgomery

Last Edited: April 06, 2026 @ 11:39 am

The North Branch of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is now home to a new self-service Vehicle Registration Renewal Kiosk, made possible through a partnership with Montgomery County Clerk, Teresa Cottrell. This collaboration brings an essential county service directly into the community, making it as easy as SCAN, PAY, PRINT, and GO.

Located inside the North Branch at 435 Jordan Road, the kiosk allows customers to renew their vehicle registration without visiting the County Clerk’s main office at Veterans Plaza. By placing this service at the North branch, the Library and the Clerk’s Office are working together to better serve the citizens of Montgomery County. 

Using the kiosk is quick and easy. Customers simply scan their renewal card or current registration, confirm their vehicle, and pay with a debit or credit card. Once the transaction is complete, the updated registration and renewal decal print immediately at the kiosk.

Kiosk renewal requirements include: 

• Vehicle(s) must be registered in Montgomery County
• User must have a renewal card or current registration
• Renewal must be within 90 days of expiration

The Vehicle Renewal Kiosk is available during regular North Branch Library hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am - 8 pm; Friday-Saturday 9 am - 6 pm; and Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm. 

For more information about vehicle registration, please visit the County Clerk’s website at montgomerytn.gov/clerk