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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Highway Patrol said two men were hurt when a 59-year-old driver rolled his Wright Brothers dump truck on the I-75 southbound on-ramp at Volkswagen Drive shortly after 12:00 p.m. Thursday—both he and a 47-year-old passenger wore seat belts and the ramp reopened later. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga’s Scenic City Summit will expand to a three-day event at UTC, the Convention Center, and the Edney Innovation Center as it celebrates 10 years with 300 to 400 tech fans coming from the Southeast on June 19-21. On the first day at UTC there will be skill-building workshops, on the second day the Convention Center will host a full tech conference, and on the third day the Innovation Center will hold a hackathon to address local challenges. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 9, Chattanooga police, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and other agencies carried out an undercover operation that led to the arrest of four individuals for human trafficking and related offenses—charges include promoting prostitution, solicitation of a minor, and aggravated statutory rape with bonds set between $11,000 and $200,000. News Channel 9
- ➤ Kilmar Abrego Garcia pleaded not guilty to human smuggling charges in a federal court in Tennessee on Friday—his lawyers called the charges preposterous and a judge will soon decide if he should be released. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ A 15-year-old from Meigs County was charged with first-degree murder after a fatal shooting on Tuesday on Gunstocker Road, and she was given attorney Sheridan Randolph with a new court date set for Aug. 16 while she undergoes mental health evaluations to check her competency. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga police lieutenant Joe Shaw, a 23-year veteran, graduated from the National Public Safety Innovation Academy, an eight-week program for law enforcement leaders (he now serves as the Director of Community Development and Recruitment at CPD). He plans to use his new training to strengthen leadership and prepare the department for future challenges. Local 3 News
- ➤ Gov. Bill Lee and TNECD Commissioner Stuart McWhorter will travel to France next week for the 55th International Paris Air Show to meet with companies and attract new jobs and investments to Tennessee's aerospace and defense sector. They will hold meetings with French multinationals including Schneider Electric and Orano—efforts expected to boost the state's economic growth—to strengthen global partnerships. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Developers working on the new Lookouts stadium gave a construction update on Thursday, June 12th at the John P. Franklin Sr. City Council Building Assembly Room on Lindsay Street from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.—Jim Irwin and the Joint City-County Sports Authority Board detailed progress at Erlanger Park and The Foundries District, with the stadium set to open for the Lookouts’ 2026 season. Local 3 News
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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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Username Password Concert
7:30-9:30 PM — Barking Legs Theater — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a mix of whimsical original music reflecting Chattanooga's quirky history and culture.
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