Clarksville Conversations with Charlie Koon

Turkeys for Troops is an event that provides free Turkeys to Active-Duty Military, Veterans and Military families while supplies last. Find out how you can take advantage of this incredible event and hear about the local businesses who make this a Thanksgiving priority.

Clarksville and Montgomery County continue to grow, and with that growth come changes to the city wards and county districts. Regional Planning Commission Director Jeffrey Tyndall and Montgomery County Administrator of Elections Elizabeth Black talk about the complex process of redistricting, and the challenges they face.

Norman Quirion was born and raised in Clarksville. He joins Charlie and Katie to share some stories about growing up in Clarksville and witnessing the incredible growth of the city. He also talks about the impact that Leadership Clarksville has had on his life, and why he thinks everyone needs to be an advocate for Clarksville.

Downtown Clarksville is changing fast, and for the better. Not only is the F&M Bank Arena starting to take shape, but another amazing building is starting to rise not too far from the new arena. Joe and Cathi Maynard join Charlie and Katie to talk about their amazing new three story restaurant, Shelby’s Trio, that is currently under construction. Shelby’s Trio will feature three distinct dining experiences, one on each floor. Hear all about his dream turned into reality.

Judge Adrienne Fry is a Circuit Court Judge for District 19, she chats with Charlie and Katie about what made her want to become an Attorney. She also talks about how she thought taking a job in Clarksville after law school would lead to a job back home in Nashville, but she would fall in love with Clarksville and call it home. She also talks about starting her own Law Firm and the process of being appointed to the Circuit Court.

Charlie and Katie chat with Enrico Lopez-Yanez, the Principal Pops Conductor of the Nashville Symphony as they prepare for their free concert at the Downtown Commons.

Erinne Hester was born and raised in Clarksville, and after some time away in College she came back to make Clarksville home. She joins Charlie and Katie for a conversation about growing up in Clarksville, and witnessing the incredible growth of the city through out the years. She also talks about why she decided to run for Montgomery County Assessor of Property, and what exactly it is that the office does.

Private First Class Mohammad Zekria Yousufi, who goes by Zach, grew up in Afghanistan. He talks about what it was like living under the Taliban, his decision to help the Army as an interpreter, and then deciding to join the Army. He also shares the story of going to Captain Jon McNeal with a plea to help his family leave Afghanistan as the war was winding down, and how they were able to get his family to safety.

Alex Villa is the CEO of Tennova Hospital in Clarksville. He joins Charlie and Katie on this episode to talk about Tennova's response to the COVID 19 Pandemic and a new partnership the hospital has with Vanderbilt.

Bill Hagerty is in his first term as a US Senator, he joins Charlie and Katie to talk about his very personal connection to Clarksville. He also shares some of the issues he has had to deal with during his first term, including the boarder crisis, the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and his current Tennessee Economic Development tour. all on this episode of Clarksville’s Conversation.

Dr. Angela Huff is the interim Director of the Clarksville Montgomery County School system. She joins Charlie and Katie to talk about her new role with the school system, some exciting programs being offered, and what we can expect in this new school year.

Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett and Danny Butler of the Nashville Predators join Charlie and Katie to reveal the name of the Multi Purpose Event Center coming to downtown Clarksville. They also share some things you can expect to see there, and when it will open.

This week Katie and Charlie had a conversation with David "Buck" Dellinger, the CEO of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council. Buck shares the story of how the Military brought him to Fort Campbell and his vision for the future of Clarksville and Montgomery County.

Frank Lott, the Executive Director of the Customs House Museum joins Charlie and Katie on this episode. Frank shares plenty of Clarksville history including how the Customs House got its name. He also talks about some major changes coming to the Museum.

Rich Holladay, the new Executive Director of Leadership Clarksville joins Charlie and Katie on this new episode. Rich talks about his service on Fort Campbell, his love of scuba Diving that lead him to open Water Dogs Scuba and his vision for Leadership Clarksville.

Deanna McLaughlin of Crime Stoppers of Clarksville and Montgomery County along with the father of a victim of an unsolved homicide, join Katie and Chris to share the details in this case, maybe you can help Clarksville Police solve the crime and bring peace to this family.

Yolonda Williams and Katherine Lawson with the Women Veterans of America join Charlie and Katie to talk about their Military service, what brought them to Clarksville, and the mission behind the Women Veterans of America.

Kimberly Wiggins is the Montgomery County Trustee and President of the Rotary Club of Clarksville. She joins Charlie and Katie to talk about her call to serve the community she calls home, the interesting way she came to call Clarksville home, and what others can do to serve Clarksville and Montgomery County.

Retired Major General Walt Lord never served at Fort Campbell, yet he would come to call Clarksville home in a rather unique way. Hear the lessons Walt learned in the Army and how they would help him in his new role as Military Advisor in Residence at Austin Peay State University.

There has only ever been one Executive Director of the Leadership Clarksville Program since it’s founding in 1987, and that leader is the incredible Carole Dorris. Carole recently announced her retirement from the position and joins Charlie and Katie to share some incredible and hilarious stories from the program through the years. She also talks about the mission of the Leadership Clarksville Program and how you can get involved.

Mayor Joe Pitts joins Charlie and Katie to chat about his vision for the future of Clarksville, and how he plans to pay for it.

Charlie Koon and Katie Gambill chat with the new Commanding General of the 101st and Fort Campbell, Major General JP McGee. Hear about his career from a new 2nd Lieutenant in the Gulf War to taking what many consider to be the best job in the Army.

Part 2 of the unsolved crimes of Clarksville series with Deanna McLaughlin of Crime Stoppers.

Deanna McLaughlin from Crime Stoppers joins Charlie and Katie to share some unsolved crimes in Clarksville.

Dave Berggren came to Clarksville after being assigned to Fort Campbell. He would later use the skills he learned in the service, especially skills learned while serving as a recruiter, to start his own business that would go on to become one of the biggest and most successful furniture businesses in the state of Tennessee.

Dr. Michael Licari, the 11th President of Austin Peay State University, joins Charlie Koon and Katie Gambill to share the journey that found him in his new role, what excites him about Austin Peay, and the University's plans for Graduation ceremonies this year.

Lieutenant Colonel LaKeetra Colvin is the Commanding Officer of the Army's Nashville Recruiting Battalion. She joins Charlie and Katie to talk about that recruiting during a pandemic and her career in the service.

Guest hosts Chris Smith and Ryan Ploeckelman chat with Coach Brittany Young, the new Head Women's Basketball Coach for Austin Peay.

Deanna McLaughlin joins Charlie and Katie to talk about the mission of Crime Stoppers Clarksville Montgomery County, and how you can help.

Katie and Charlie chat with Nikki Peterson and Kathryn Minniehan about the iconic Austin Peay Fundraiser "The Candlelight Ball". The Ball has had to go through some changes this year due to COVID, but you can still have fun and help APSU.

Charlie and Katie chat with three incredible women, Tina Brown, Tish Orocio, and Valencia Hill, about running local businesses in today's economy.

Brandon Galloway is a Tennessee Titans superfan and a mentor to kids in our community. Brandon stopped by the studio to talk with Katie and Charlie about what it means to be a superfan. For more on this and other stories, visit Clarksvillenow.com

Jennifer Cornell of Back 2 Basics Dentistry stopped by the studio to talk with Katie, Charlie and Chris about how you child, and the rest of your family) can get a better night's sleep. For more on this and other stories, visit Clarksville Now.

Local pediatric dentist Dr. Jeannie Beauchamp dropped by the studio to talk with Katie, Charlie and Chris about the water we drink and why we add fluoride to it. Dr. Beauchamp practices at https://www.clarksvillepediatricdenti...​ Learn more on this and other stories at clarksvillenow.com

Darold Londo, CEO of Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel stopped by the studio to talk about Kentucky's newest attraction. Find this and other stories at Clarksvillenow.com

Kelli Carlisle-Pendleton and Nancy Mullen stop by to talk about the future Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. Want to help support the project? Visit https://bit.ly/2YeM6OY

Brandon Galloway is a Tennessee Titans superfan and a mentor to kids in our community. Brandon stopped by the studio to talk with Katie and Charlie about what it means to be a superfan. For more on this and other stories, visit Clarksvillenow.com

The owners of Kimo's Hawaiian Grill, Ilona's Table and Gingham Café stop by the studio to talk about food and business in the time of a pandemic.

APSU Head Football Coach Scotty Walden stops by the studio to talk about the future of Gov's Football. For more on this and other stories, visit clarksvillenow.com

Melinda Shepard and Paul Turner from the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce visit Charlie and Katie to discuss small business in the year of 2020. For more on this and other local news, visit clarksvillenow.com

Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett joins Katie, Charlie and Chris to share what's going on with our county's leadership

Tony Griffith, CEO of GFM Productions, stopped by the studio to talk about the music industry and exciting things happening in Clarksville.

Meet the Democratic Candidate for Tennessee Senate District 22, Ronnie Glynn.

Meet the Democratic Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - Tennessee 7th Congressional District, Kiran Sreepada.

Meet John Dawson, candidate for Tennessee House District 67.

Meet Jason Hodges running for re-election in the Tennessee House District 67.

Meet the candidates running for Clarksville City Council Ward 12, Trisha Butler, Jon Lockwood, Joe Shakeenab, Guy Stanford, Adam Walker and David Webb.

Get to know the candidates running for Clarksville City Council Ward 9, Scott Comperry, Christopher Lanier, Brad Morrow and Karen Reynolds.

Get to know Joey Dasinger, Melissa Eldridge and Jason Knight, the candidates for Clarksville City Council Ward 5.

Get to know Tim Chandler, Wallace Redd, and Margaret Thompson, the Candidates for City Council Ward 4.