Clarksville Montgomery County Economic Development Council

08/31/2026

We're excited to share that the Clarksville-Montgomery County Industrial Development Board has received the Partners in Education Career Technical Education Award in recognition of our work with the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System CDL-A program and student internship initiatives.

We are proud to have worked alongside CMCSS, Tennessee Valley Authority, and Armored Trucking Academy to invest in the future of our students and our community.

Thank you CMC Education Foundation, CMCSS, and the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce for this honor. Congratulations to everyone involved, especially the students who inspire this work every day!

08/26/2026

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of Dolly Parton, a true Tennessee treasure whose generosity, extraordinary talent, and brilliant business acumen changed lives far beyond the stage. She gave the world unforgettable music and, through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, built an enduring legacy of literacy that will be felt for generations.

08/20/2026

🎯 The action starts TOMORROW!

​The inaugural Bowhunter Games kick off tomorrow at Pine Ridge Farm, bringing world-class archers, outdoor excitement, and family-friendly fun right here to Clarksville.

Whether you're competing or coming out to enjoy the outdoor vendors and festival vibes, this is an event you won't want to miss.

For live updates, schedules, and more event information, be sure to follow the Archery Shooters Association at
https://www.facebook.com/share/199xVdxGUK/.

​📖 Read the full details here:
https://clarksvillenow.com/local/bowhunter-games-to-bring-world-class-competition-outdoor-excitement-to-clarksville/
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How's your aim? The inaugural Bowhunter Games will bring elite archers, amateur competitors, outdoor vendors and family-friendly activities to Pine Ridge Farm this year: https://clarksvillenow.com/local/bowhunter-games-to-bring-world-class-competition-outdoor-excitement-to-clarksville/

08/18/2026

Art is now just one token away in Clarksville. The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center has welcomed an Art-o-mat, a retired cigarette vending machine transformed into a dispenser of small, original works of art from artists around the world.

There is something both ironic and poetic about finding a cigarette machine-turned-art installation inside the Customs House in —a place once shaped by to***co and trade.

Read our full article on Clarksvillenow.com to learn how Art-o-mat is bringing original artwork to Clarksville, one token at a time: https://clarksvillenow.com/local/art-o-mat-at-customs-house-brings-original-artwork-to-clarksville-one-token-at-a-time/

The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center’s newest lobby feature turns a retired cigarette vending machine into an affordable way for visitors to discover and collect original art.

08/13/2026

Clarksville's growth story just got a little more delicious.

Reports indicate that In-N-Out Burger plans to open a location in Clarksville, marking another milestone in the company's Tennessee expansion.

You could say the fast-food favorite is officially pulling into Clarksville, and that's another sign that businesses continue to see opportunity, growth, and momentum here.

https://clarksvillenow.com/local/in-n-out-burger-plans-location-in-clarksville-as-next-step-in-tennessee-expansion/

Site plans have been submitted to the RPC for a planned In-N-Out Burger location off Wilma Rudolph Bouelvard.

08/12/2026

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert!

What does it take to support growth in one of Tennessee's fastest-growing communities?

In the latest episode of Clarksville Conversations with Charlie Koon, Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Melinda Shepard and Chamber Chairman Tom Creech reveal how the Chamber is helping shape the future of our region through business advocacy, leadership development, and networking opportunities.

The conversation highlights the Chamber's vital role in supporting local businesses, strengthening partnerships with U.S. Army Fort Campbell, and preparing the next generation of leaders through programs like Young Professionals and Women in Business.

🎧 Listen to the full episode and learn more about the Chamber's vision for driving Clarksville-Montgomery County forward.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lCocRZ4iVAR1jkeNBXNzi?si=05xKUbkyRReLOMYsZnDFMA&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1&dlsi=715b829fb33c413a

Clarksville Conversations with Charlie Koon · Episode

08/01/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/195WXZ4USD/

07/31/2026

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council office will close today, Friday, July 31, at noon and will reopen on Monday, August 3, at 8:00 a.m.

Looking for something fun to do while we're away? Check out this weekend's events at Visit Clarksville TN where fun goes further!

https://www.visitclarksvilletn.com/events

07/31/2026

Randy and Bek Davis didn’t just move to Clarksville for a new role. They came ready to put down roots.

As Randy leads Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital through its transition and growth, the couple says they see Clarksville as their forever home. From expanded services and new investments in local care to a renewed focus on trust, consistency and community, their story is about more than building a hospital. It’s about becoming part of Clarksville’s future.

See how Randy and Bek Davis are helping shape the future of health care in Clarksville — read the full story now in Clarksvillenow.com.

https://clarksvillenow.com/local/building-more-than-a-hospital-why-randy-and-bek-davis-chose-clarksville/

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As Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital expands services and recruits physicians, Randy and Bek Davis are putting down roots and helping shape the future of health care in one of Tennessee's fastest-growing communities.

07/30/2026

Yesterday, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council (EDC) and Clarksville-Montgomery County Industrial Development Board (IDB) were proud to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Founders, Inc. at the Burt Innovation Center!

It was inspiring to tour this new entrepreneurship hub and witness firsthand the impact of strong community partnerships, including the collaboration between the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System and other organizations. We are excited to see how this space will help cultivate the next generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders right here in Montgomery County. Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this vision to life!