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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Navy Commander Tim White recalled his actions during the 2015 terrorist attack in Chattanooga when he fired on an armed attacker amid chaos that claimed the lives of five service members; a Ten Year Remembrance Tribute for the Fallen Five took place yesterday at 11:00 a.m. at The Wreath of Honor in Tennessee Riverpark + security measures were later increased across military reserve centers. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga firefighters attended a house fire in East Lake around 1:45 a.m. at 3500 6th Avenue and evacuated the home when the roof collapsed—by 2:24 a.m. they had contained the fire while nearby residents received help from the American Red Cross. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday—after musician John Rich opposed a project—a White House official called on the TVA board to demand the CEO’s resignation, but the board refused to act on the directive. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ A joint resolution signed by Mayor Tim Kelly and County Mayor Weston Wamp declared July 16 as Fallen Five Day of Remembrance after the domestic terrorism attack on July 16, 2015 that took the lives of four Marines and one Navy sailor—U.S. Navy Capt. Mickey McCamish read the resolution at a tribute event hosted by the Chattanooga Area Veterans Council where military families and civic leaders gathered to honor the fallen heroes. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Terry Knowles was named the new chief of the Chattanooga Fire Department by Mayor Tim Kelly on Wednesday, replacing retiring Chief Phil Hyman who stepped down in July — his appointment now awaits city council confirmation. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Terry Knowles was named chief of the Chattanooga Fire Department by Mayor Tim Kelly on Wednesday. Known for his work since 2005 in roles including assistant chief of special operations — he will appear before City Council for confirmation. News Channel 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga native Olivia Reeves broke three world records at the Pan American Championships Wednesday — she snatched 262lbs, clean and jerked 329lbs, and power cleaned 310lbs — as confirmed on her Instagram posts and after her 2024 Olympic win and September celebration. News Channel 9
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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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Bluegrass Jam with Randy Steele
6-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Experience a vibrant Bluegrass jam session with talented local musicians.
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Moody Molavi Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Catch At The Choo Choo — $5 minimum purchase — Experience the hilarious storytelling of award-winning comedian Moody Molavi.
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Jazz Futures
8-10 PM — Songbirds — Ticket prices vary — Experience an innovative blend of jazz performance and immersive education.
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Drake White Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Signal — Tickets from $51 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Drake White in Chattanooga's lively venue.
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Dominique Hammons Concert
7-10 p.m. — Chattanooga Convention Center — No Refunds — Experience an enchanting evening of R&B, Southern Soul, and Classic music with international violinist Dominique Hammons.
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Jonathan Scales Fourchestra Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating fusion of jazz, classical, and funk with Jonathan Scales Fourchestra.
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Weekly Bluegrass Jam with Randy Steele
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an authentic Bluegrass jam session without the noise of amps or mics, just musicians jamming together.
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The Georgia Thunderbolts Live
7-10 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Southern rock sounds of The Georgia Thunderbolts in an intimate setting.
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