Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga Market will celebrate its 25th season on April 26-27 with weekend events featuring local produce, artisan goods, and live music by Sweet Georgia Sound on Saturday and New Grass Express on Sunday. The market will also offer new food trucks with frozen yogurt and crepes in a lively setting that shows off the Tennessee Valley lifestyle. Local 3 News
- ➤ Student barbers from ChattState Community College are offering free haircuts today at 3:00 p.m. at the Westside Community Center—a program run with the Department of Community Development that gives students hands-on training. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mast General Store bought the old Big River Grille at 222 Broad St. in downtown Chattanooga and will open its new store in spring 2027—this will be its 12th shop and second in Tennessee. The company will soon begin fixing up the building and learning about its past as it gets ready for the opening. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Hixson caretaker was charged with stealing from an elderly woman while running her grocery shopping, and police urge families to use reputable agencies+check receipts, bank statements and the Tennessee Abuse Registry to protect vulnerable adults. News Channel 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga violinist Mark Reneau will perform Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis" with the Chattanooga Bach Choir at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 7:30 p.m. Saturday as he bids farewell to the city after a decades-long career. He began playing as a child—his departure leaves a big loss for the local music community. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Weston Wamp's office released the Hamilton Counted 2024 Year-End Report that uses data to show education, crime, food help and victim services across the county — non-fatal shootings dropped by 23% and the Family Justice Center helped 130% more survivors. The report shows that while some schools do well, others in the city still struggle and violent crime and overdoses have declined, calling on local groups to work together to fix these issues. Local 3 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Atlanta-based KH Property Group has submitted a zoning change application that could tear down the abandoned Parkway Towers near Finley Stadium—once a substation for Tennessee Electric Power Company—to redevelop the site as mixed-use commercial and residential space. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Mocs came back from a 16-point deficit to win 67-65 over Bradley and secure a spot in the NIT semifinals. Trey Bonham hit a go-ahead three with 14.1 seconds left — and the team will play the winner of the Loyola Chicago game on April 1 at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Local 3 News
- ➤ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga men's basketball team rallied from a 16-point first-half deficit to beat Bradley 67—65 in the NIT quarterfinal on Tuesday and advance to the Final Four. The team will face either Loyola Chicago or Kent State at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on April 1. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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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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Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo
7:30 p.m. — First Horizon Pavilion — General Admission $25+ — Experience thrilling rodeo action with top cowboys, bull riding, and family fun.
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Asleep at the Wheel Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Walker Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the timeless sounds of Western swing with the legendary Ray Benson and his band.
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The Unsatisfied Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket purchase required — Experience the powerful live performance of Chattanooga's renowned post-punk/hard rock band.
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