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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Justice Department said Kilmar Abrego Garcia will face trial on federal smuggling charges in Tennessee before it moves to deport him—officials noted there is no set timeline for his deportation and he remains in custody under strict court conditions. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ HCSO responded to a CPR call in Hixson and found an unresponsive person and a white powder, sparking a death investigation in which detectives obtained a search warrant that uncovered drugs valued at $471k — including fentanyl, crack cocaine, powder cocaine, ecstasy and marijuana — leading to the arrest of Hixson resident Donovan Shelton on multiple drug charges pending autopsy results. Local 3 News
- ➤ Valerie Elder Smiley, a 41-year-old co-owner of Sak's Wingshack and mother of four who left Chattanooga on June 28th, 2024 to attend her twin sons’ baseball game, vanished without a trace—her red Ford Expedition and cell phone tracking near Fayetteville and Union City suggest she may have crossed into Georgia—and her family is urging police to intensify the search. Local 3 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At its Chattanooga meeting on June 23, the Presbyterian Church in America voted in favor of two recommendations against Christian nationalism. The assembly set up a committee to study the issue and reiterated a call for repentance for anyone promoting racial or ethnic superiority — the committee’s report will serve as guidance but will not set church law. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Visitors to downtown Chattanooga now can buy a $25 weekend parking pass for use in city lots and garages from Friday—6 p.m. to Monday 6 a.m., and CARTA announced the pass to help ease parking costs for families and out-of-town guests. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eighteen local softball players were named to the TSWA all-state team, with standout Alyssa Davenport helping Walker Valley secure its first state championship at the Spring Fling and Chattanooga Christian earning its first state title with three honored players. The selections highlight top talent in hitting, pitching & fielding and set the stage for stronger competition next season. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Javaria Smith, a standout at Soddy Daisy and Lee, was named Hixson High School's new head coach for the Lady Wildcats, replacing retired coach Rickey Ritchie. Smith, who graduated last month with a sports management degree, will bring her strong work ethic to boost the softball program — adding youth and energy to local sports. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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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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Bluegrass Jam Session with Randy Steele
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of authentic bluegrass music with talented local pickers in a laid-back jam setting.
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Brian Bates: Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 PM — The Comedy Catch At The Choo Choo — Minimum $5 purchase — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Nashville comedian Brian Bates.
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Chattanooga Men's Metro Amateur Championship
36 hole stroke play championship — Fri, Jul 11 – Sat, Jul 12 — Brown Acres Golf Course — Registration required — Compete with local male amateur golfers in this prestigious tournament.
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Drew Sterchi & Blues Tribe
7-8:30 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket prices vary — Experience a blend of acoustic and electric blues with heartfelt lyrics from Drew Sterchi's upcoming album.
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Archery Camp
9 AM – 12 PM — Silverdale Baptist Academy — Registration required — Learn archery basics in a fun and engaging environment with certified NASP instructor Liz Woodard.
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