Crime keeps declining - both as a rate and in total numbers - despite what some people want to believe. Eh, whatcha gonna do? Also, what's ahead for the 200-acre Freedom Farms behind the mall, and Chris and Ryan share great ideas for how to force Congress do its job.

Ever wonder what the landfill does with the thousands of mattresses they get every year? Meet the shredder. Also, Fort Campbell updates its off-limits list, Congressman Mark Green explains his resignation, and Chris and Ryan argue over how you know it's a solid breakfast restaurant.

Controversy over an assistant football coach being asked to stop waving a Bible and "proselytizing" during a game raises a question: Where should the line be when it comes to religion in public high schools, and did the coach cross over it? Also, everyone's excited about getting a Sprouts grocery, the real history of the "Let's Go Peay" slogan, and Clarksville becomes the sweet, sexy side-piece as the Nashville Kats' eye begins to wander.

Dry weather has done a number on the taste of Clarksville's water, but don't worry: Those earthy flavors are safe, and things should be back to normal soon. Also, north Clarksville will get a new park, tourism saves you $500 a year in taxes, a new Mexican restaurant opens, and Chris shares horror stories about his brief stint as a sports editor.

Could it be an IKEA? Costco? Bass Pro Shop? Whichever major big box retailer is planning a spot in Clarksville, it will have a huge economic impact, with 800 jobs and millions in tax revenue to help pay for roads, schools and more. Speaking of which, why do people think we can get Nashville-size firefighter salaries on Clarksville-size tax burdens? Also, Ryan shares his dream "Clarksvegas" store: A combo car wash/nail salon/vape shop.

Was it strategy, opportunity or just coincidence that Tennova and Ascension Saint Thomas were trying to open hospitals next to one another? Whatever the cause, Tennova's plan was rejected, adding to their recent losses. Also, what should be done to improve safety at Billy Dunlop Park, can someone give answers to flooded Clarksville residents, and who's going to pay to save historic buildings?

A study shows we're falling behind in new home construction, driving up the costs for everyone in Clarksville. What can be done, and who's going to do it? Also, some solutions for running neighborhood stop signs, updates on Dunbar Cave Road and the Rollow Lane roundabout, and two Clarksville actors are in the national spotlight.

As the state decided this week to give TriStar and Ascension Saint Thomas permission to build hospitals in Clarksville, over objections from Tennova, there were eye-opening comments and questions. Here's a look behind the scenes. Plus, the latest on TVA building a Natural Gas Plant in our backyard, and Ryan reveals Clarksville's connection to the Coldplay scandal.