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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starting September 8, Delta Air Lines is expanding service from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport to New York’s LaGuardia Airport—adding a second daily flight Sunday through Friday and year-round Saturday flights that replace seasonal service. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nine-month-old Tydas Allan Raper and 8-year-old Iyonna Chauncey, last seen on June 17 with 55-year-old Frankie Kay Robinson (the children were reported missing) have been found safe in Whitwell (one suspect is in custody) as police continue their investigation. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Interstate 24 will be closed east of Germantown Road from 9 p.m. Friday until 6 a.m. Monday for ramp construction that diverts westbound traffic onto North Terrace—officials warn drivers to consider alternate routes due to expected delays. Next weekend, if weather permits, the closure will reverse as work continues on the new ramp. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The City of Soddy-Daisy apologized after parents found playground mulch with protruding nails and scrap wood at local parks. Officials inspected the mulch today and will check again tomorrow — promising to notify their vendor if the wrong load was used. News Channel 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health inspectors reported that last week in the Tennessee Valley no restaurant or establishment received a failing score and nearly half earned perfect marks, with 90 businesses scoring 100. The review included local country clubs + establishments like Chattanooga Golf & Country Club, and it came after the U.S. Open Golf Championship ended last weekend. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Bobby Stone Film Series: My Cousin Vinny
8-11 p.m. — Walker Theatre — Cost not specified — Enjoy a classic comedy as two New Yorkers navigate a Southern courtroom with their loudmouthed cousin.
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Sons of Habit Concert
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticketed Entry — Experience the organic sounds of Sons of Habit, a rising band with roots in Owensboro, KY.
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Create Your Reels at Barking Legs
7-9 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — Free entry — Collaborate with local dancers to create dynamic IG reels in an inclusive environment.
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Bluegrass Jam with Randy Steele
6-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of authentic Bluegrass jamming in a vibrant local setting.
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Steve Earle Fundraiser Concert
7-10 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket info not listed — Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and dinner with Steve Earle in Chattanooga.
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Repticon Chattanooga
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Arena Camp Jordan — Ticket prices vary — Explore a world of reptiles and amphibians at this exciting pet expo.
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