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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developers plan to build a lifestyle center at The Grove at Hurricane Creek (40,000 square feet allocated for boutiques, offices and restaurants) on East Brainerd Road to bring downtown living to the fast-growing suburbs. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Supreme Court of Tennessee suspended Arthur Grisham Jr. for five years for misconduct that included charging unreasonable fees and mishandling client funds + he must pay restitution and follow court requirements for reinstatement. Local 3 News
- ➤ Today, Chattanooga police arrested one juvenile in connection with an attempted carjacking and shooting near Lakeside Youth Sports Complex on Swan Road — and a neighbor sheltered the nearby CSLA baseball team by providing water and a safe place as they fled the gunfire. Local 3 News
- ➤ Charlton Craig Liner, 61, held without bond on a first-degree murder charge after allegedly killing his ex-wife, reportedly offered money to an inmate in jail to kill his ex-mother-in-law as investigators confirmed parts of the conversation with a covert recording device. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Academy students in Soddy Daisy designed solar-powered backpacks that let devices charge without a wall socket—Tennessee lawmaker Senator Bo Watson presented the school with an official state resolution for the 2024 Charter Champion Award for Community Impact Project of the Year, noting the invention’s global impact. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, a law enforcement memorial ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Hamilton County Courts Building on Market Street after being moved indoors due to rain. FBI Special Agent in Charge Richard Clark from the Chattanooga office will deliver the keynote address as community members honor 165 officers killed in the line of duty in 2024—an event set to remember those who served. Local 3 News
- ➤ The Tennessee Valley Authority launched its new executive team yesterday to cut nearly $1 billion in operating costs—ensuring steady power supply as demand grows—under CEO Don Moul’s leadership. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Yesterday, Hamilton County commission confirmed Janie Varnell as the new county attorney after Mayor Weston Wamp named her to replace Rheubin Taylor, who served since 1993. Nearly all commissioners backed her appointment + one commissioner raised concerns over the process. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Indians stopped the Trojans in game one and Gordon Lee played hard in game two — splitting with Vidalia to force a must-win game three on Wednesday in Chickamauga. Local 3 News
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2025 AAU Women's Exposure Tournament
May 16-18 — Chattanooga Convention Center — Registration fee applies — Girls in grades 7-12 compete with a guaranteed three games in this exciting tournament.
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Billy Wayne Davis Stand-Up Show
7:30-9 p.m. — The Comedy Catch at The Choo Choo — Food and drink minimum of $5 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedian Billy Wayne Davis.
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Introduction to Improv
6-8 p.m. — The Chattery — No cost listed — Explore the world of improv in a supportive setting led by an experienced instructor.
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Ron Taylor Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Catch at The Choo Choo — $5 minimum purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with Ron Taylor, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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The Essentials & Black Jack Saddle Concert
8 PM — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Tickets start at $42 — Enjoy a night of live music with The Essentials and Black Jack Saddle.
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Parents Night Out
6-9 p.m. — Grand Finale Events & Decor — $45 for the first child, $15 for additional siblings — Enjoy a relaxing night while your kids engage in fun activities.
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Chattanooga Street Food Festival
7 AM – 12 PM — First Horizon Pavilion — Free entry — Savor diverse local flavors with dozens of food trucks at this vibrant culinary celebration.
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RGA Network Business Networking in Chattanooga/East Ridge
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Life Care Center of East Ridge — Free entry — Build valuable connections with local professionals and entrepreneurs at this vibrant networking event.
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Braxton Keith Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Signal — $54 — Catch an electrifying performance by Braxton Keith in Chattanooga.
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Chelsea Drugstore: The Rolling Stones Experience
7-10 PM — Songbirds — Tickets available — A tribute to The Rolling Stones featuring iconic hits spanning seven decades.
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