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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Red Bank officials are asking residents to share photos, stories or clippings to help archive the city's history ahead of its 70th anniversary celebration on June 21 at Red Bank City Park on Redding Road. The event will run from 12:00pm to 5:00pm and will feature races, live music, food trucks and displays from police, fire and public works departments — inviting community members to join the festivities. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga man Nicholas Cheaton, 41, linked to the Angel Bumpass case was indicted for first-degree murder by a Hamilton County grand jury after he fatally shot a 44-year-old man on March 15 in the 3700 block of Youngstown Road—an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation connected him to a fatal shooting on March 14 at a Chickamauga home while he remains in Walker County custody. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Lookout Mountain police arrested 65-year-old Jeffrey Adair Young, a Cleveland man, on Monday after he sent explicit messages to an undercover agent he thought was a 15-year-old boy, and they also arrested 25-year-old Catalino Miguel Zarate Garcia who tried to meet an undercover agent posing as a 14-year-old girl at a tennis court. News Channel 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Chattanooga offers a mix of art exhibits, film screenings and music concerts along with family-friendly events like the Ice Cream Safari at the zoo, Juneteenth runs, and Father’s Day celebrations. Local venues from galleries to parks will host activities from daytime races to evening performances—giving residents a variety of cultural and community experiences to enjoy. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The City of Chattanooga's Office of Early Learning will launch Sawubona, a mobile library and family resource center, with a carnival-themed celebration at First Horizon Pavilion on June 12 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The bus, named after a Zulu greeting (meaning 'I see you, I value you, you are important'), will also debut the Turn On the Subtitles campaign to boost children's reading skills. Local 3 News
- ➤ Graduate student Joshy Kasahara of Southern Adventist University created an interactive map that shows data on nearly 1,600 highway crashes recorded from November 2020 through April (highlighting areas like the I-75 and I-24 junction). Professor Harvey Alférez said the project will include live updates in the future (helping drivers in Chattanooga be more aware of accident trends). Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County 911 said residents and visitors may now send pictures and videos when calling 911 for emergencies. Dispatchers will use secure links to view live footage during calls to help guide actions like baby deliveries or performing CPR. Local 3 News
- ➤ Chattanooga City Council held its final vote on Mayor Tim Kelly's proposed 2025 to 2026 budget on June 10—if approved, the $348 million plan will take effect on July 1 and fund public services, affordable housing, transit and road improvements. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Developers of the new Lookouts stadium, now called Erlanger Park, will give construction updates with officials from the Joint City-County Sports Authority Board at the John P. Franklin Sr. City Council Building Assembly Room on Lindsay Street from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday. The stadium is under construction in South Broad and is expected to open for the Lookouts’ season in 2026—adding new amenities in The Foundries District—and boost the local sports scene. Local 3 News
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Chris Wineland Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Catch at The Choo Choo — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of sharp wit and relatable humor with Chris Wineland.
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Chattanooga Volleyball Camps
Improvement Sessions — 00:00 a.m. — The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga — Check out tailored volleyball training for all skill levels while having fun!
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Code & Create with Micro:Bit Camp
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Boyd Buchanan School Performing Arts Center — Check website for cost — Dive into coding and creation with Micro:bit devices for hands-on learning and innovation.
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Bluegrass Jam with Randy Steele
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy a lively open Bluegrass jam with talented musicians every Tuesday night.
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Cecil Allen Moore in Chattanooga
6-10 p.m. — Hoptown Southside — Half price Whiskey & Wine — A laid back bike night featuring live music in downtown Chattanooga.
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Randall King Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Check for ticket prices — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Randall King, inspired by classic country legends.
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Cold Case Murder Mystery Event
6-8 p.m. — Downtown Branch - Chattanooga Public Library — Registration required — Channel your inner detective to solve a thrilling murder mystery at the local library.
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Weed Wrangle at Reflection Riding
1-3 p.m. — Reflection Riding — Free participation — Get hands-on and help remove invasive species to protect Chattanooga's native biodiversity.
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43rd Annual Publix Chattanooga Waterfront Triathlon
10:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. — 100 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN — $125 entry — Experience a thrilling day of triathlon racing amidst the scenic beauty of the Tennessee River.
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Bluegrass Jam with Randy Steele
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an open Bluegrass jam session with local talent and great vibes.
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