CLARKSVILLE, IN (September 11, 2024) – It has had local social media buzzing for weeks, and even made appearances on local news outlets. Now Clarksville’s famous chicken now has a permanent home. For weeks, residents posted photos of the mysterious chicken wandering the streets of south Clarksville. Many wondered where the chicken came from and...
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Clarksville Celebrating Completion of New Mural with Ribbon-Cutting
CLARKSVILLE, IN (September 9, 2024) – The Clarksville Arts Commission will be celebrating the completion of Clarksville’s newest art installation with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, September 16th. Area residents and members of the community are invited to learn more about the project and the artist behind it. The mural covers nearly the entire...
Riverside Drive Construction Update
CLARKSVILLE, IN (September 4, 2024) – The project seeks to improve the continuity of bicycle and pedestrian facilities along the Ohio River Greenway by linking Ashland Park to the City of Jeffersonville near the Restaurant Row area. The project will reconstruct Riverside Drive to accommodate two lane traffic, parallel parking, concrete sidewalks on each side...
St. Anthony Church Celebrates 75 Years in Clarksville
CLARKSVILLE, IN (September 4, 2024) – The vibrant community of St. Anthony Church in Clarksville is celebrating a momentous occasion – its 75th anniversary in Clarksville. The church’s journey, which began in Jeffersonville in 1851, is a testament to the enduring faith and resilience of its parishioners. The move to Clarksville in 1949, spearheaded by...
RiverLink Issues Text Message Fraud Alert
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 29, 2024) — To protect customers, RiverLink warns recipients of a text smishing attempt impersonating the tolling service for three bridges connecting Kentucky and Indiana. The text message includes a link and the sender is listed as “RiverLinks” or “Kentucky Toll Roads”. RiverLink is working to have any reported fraudulent websites removed....
Clarksville Police Chief Unveils Newly Enhanced Narcotics Division
CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 2024) – In a bold move aimed at sharpening their focus on combating narcotics-related crimes, the Clarksville Police Department (CPD) has announced a major restructuring of its detective divisions. This initiative, spearheaded by Chief Nathan Walls, marks the establishment of a dedicated Narcotics Division within the department—a decision praised as a significant...
Clarksville Police Claim Narrow Victory in “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive
CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 27, 2024) – The winning streak continues for the Clarksville Police Department in the annual “Battle of the Badges” blood drive. The event is a friendly competition between Clarksville Police and Clarksville Firefighters, with a goal of encouraging the most blood donations for the American Red Cross. Clarksville Police have won every...
Community Partnership Brings Storywalk® to Clarksville’s Gateway Park
CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 26, 2024) – Nature and imagination come together in a new Storywalk® unveiled Monday in Clarksville’s Gateway Park. The project is a special collaboration between the Clarksville Parks Department, Jeffersonville Township Public Library, and the Duke Energy Foundation. A Storywalk® is a picture book which families and young children can enjoy while...
Clarksville Supporting Plan for New Outdoor Pavilion at Falls of the Ohio State Park
CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 20, 2024) – The Clarksville Town Council is throwing its support behind plans for a new outdoor education pavillion at the Falls of the Ohio State Park. Representatives from the Falls of the Ohio Foundation approached the Town Council during its last meeting, asking for the Town of Clarksville to support the...
Clarksville Fire Issues Security Warning for Businesses
CLARKSVILLE, IN (August 19, 2024) – The Clarksville Fire Department is issuing an important warning to local businesses about a potential security threat. Chief Brandon Skaggs says thieves are calling businesses claiming to be Fire Marshals with the Clarksville Fire Department. They then instruct the employees to take and email interior photos of the business...