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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday morning, firefighters helped deliver a baby girl on a clogged Interstate 24 near the Germantown Road exit when the family called 911 from their stalled vehicle. The mother, baby, and family were quickly transported to a hospital and are in good condition. News Channel 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sequatchie County family is left with questions after 18-year-old Billy Floyd was found dead in a trash can with stab wounds following an alleged affair with Jonathan Belk’s wife—Belk was arrested and now faces homicide charges with a bond hearing scheduled for today. News Channel 9
- ➤ The family of Deward Burton Johnson, a 52-year-old man arrested on March 14 for shoplifting last year, has filed a lawsuit alleging that Hamilton County and Sheriff Austin Garrett were negligent when he was left in a cell without water and received delayed care during a drug-related medical emergency that led to his death—staff waited over 30 minutes to respond even as inmates raised an alarm. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Bo Watson introduced Senate Bill 1371 to regulate sober living homes with a distance requirement from primary schools, preschools and daycares and a mandate for clinical referrals before placement. CADAS will break ground on 16 new sober living apartments today—designed to provide a supportive recovery environment. Local 3 News
- ➤ Residents in Red Bank can request free smoke detector checks and installations from the city's fire department by calling 423-269-7945 or visiting its website—Scenic City residents can call the Chattanooga Fire Department at 423-643-5600 or check if their local department participates in the Get Alarmed, TN program. Local 3 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blood Assurance is facing a critical shortage of multiple blood types needed by local hospitals and is urging residents to donate as soon as possible—each donation can save up to three lives and comes with incentives like a chance to win a $500 e-gift card or a $25 token for O negative and AB plasma donors. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After yesterday’s triple overtime win in Murfreesboro, the Mocs will host top-seeded Dayton for the NIT Second Round on Saturday, March 22 at 11:30 a.m. at McKenzie Arena—ESPN2 will televise the game while the women’s team starts its WNIT run later that day. Local 3 News
- ➤ Chattanooga FC will host the Red Wolves on April 2 at Finley Stadium in the U.S. Open Cup's second round—marking the first time the two pro teams meet. Both clubs advanced after winning their opening games and will battle at 7 p.m. for a historic win. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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Resonant Language Live Performance
Innovative bass music artist Resonant Language will perform immersive soundscapes at the Barrelhouse Ballroom.
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Chattanooga Softball Match: UTC vs UNC Greensboro
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga will host a softball game against UNC Greensboro at Frost Stadium, welcoming the general public to enjoy a community sporting event.
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Jeremy Camp Live Concert
Jeremy Camp will perform live at the Walker Theatre in Chattanooga, offering an evening of contemporary Christian music.
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1964 The Tribute Concert
1964 The Tribute offers an authentic musical experience, recreating the iconic sounds of The Beatles for fans and enthusiasts of classic rock.
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Hadestown
2-4 p.m. — Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the acclaimed Broadway musical where a song changes your fate.
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Hadestown (Touring)
7-11 p.m. | Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium | Tickets required | Experience the winner of eight Tony Awards® in a musical journey where a song can change your fate.
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UTC Softball vs. Jacksonville State
5-7 p.m. | Frost Stadium | Free entry | Cheer on the Lady Mocs as they take on Jacksonville State in this exciting softball matchup.
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Corb Lund Concert
7-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the alt-country sounds of Canadian singer-songwriter Corb Lund.
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Film Screening
7:30-9 p.m. — Walker Theatre — Check local listings — Experience the magic of 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' on the big screen.
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Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo
6-10 p.m. — First Horizon Pavilion — Parking fees apply — Experience thrilling rodeo action with gates opening at 5:30 p.m.
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