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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portions of the garden canopy at Chattanooga Choo Choo are being demolished due to deterioration from heavy rainfall — work will pause on July 4 and 5 and resume to finish by July 12 for the Firefly Twilight Market event. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Volkswagen of America reported a 29% drop in second-quarter sales from last year at its Chattanooga plant, including a 65% fall in ID.4 electric SUV numbers. The decline was tied to delays in launching the new Tiguan plus fewer EV incentives amid a challenging market. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A military veteran from Maryvale was sentenced to life in prison by a federal judge in Knoxville for plotting an attack on an FBI office and planning to assassinate law enforcement officers—he planned to use improvised explosive devices after his January 6 arrest, according to prosecutors. News Channel 9
- ➤ On Monday evening, Chattanooga deputies arrested 31-year-old Marlon Crawl, Jr. in Hixson after he drove recklessly and attempted to assault a deputy—investigators found a loaded handgun, meth, fentanyl, and marijuana in his car—and he now faces charges including resisting arrest and unlawful firearm possession. News Channel 9
- ➤ Chattanooga police arrested three juveniles on June 20th and June 21st after 71 car break-ins were reported from June 8 to 14, and they urge residents to lock their vehicles and hide valuables (especially in crowded parking areas) to stay safe. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Workers used controlled explosions on Saturday to bring down the old smokestack and scrubber tower at TVA’s Bull Run Fossil Plant, leaving piles of rubble behind. TVA said it will close its remaining coal plants by 2035 and build new natural gas, nuclear, and solar units—while officials work on plans for coal ash cleanup and future energy needs. Chattanooga Times Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After 30 years, the Soddy-Daisy clinic closed because fewer patients came during COVID-19, so the Hamilton County Health Department launched a mobile health unit. The unit will operate five days a week and stop at places like Chester Frost Park and the Soddy-Daisy Food City parking lot — it will provide care for everyone regardless of payment ability — to serve residents even in remote areas. Chattanooga CW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Bluegrass Jam Session with Randy Steele
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an open jam featuring local musicians playing bluegrass without amplification.
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Ty Myers Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Signal — $165+ — Last-minute tickets available for an exciting live performance by Ty Myers in Chattanooga.
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Chattanooga FC vs Inter Miami II
7-8:30 p.m. — Finley Stadium — Tickets start at $5 — Experience high-energy soccer and celebrate diverse cultures on International Night.
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Dance Camp for 5th to 8th Graders
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Boyd Buchanan School Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Explore various dance styles and build confidence through creative movement and fun choreography.
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