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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Red Bank has expanded its Resident Library Card program for 2025-2026 after the city commission approved new funding, letting eligible residents sign up for free full-access library cards at any of the five Chattanooga Public Library locations. The program now offers 200 cards on a first come, first served basis, up from 175 last year+ residents must show valid ID and proof of residency to register. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rains caused flash flooding in Hamilton County Tuesday night. A section of Interstate 24 was completely flooded — prompting the Chattanooga Fire Department to open the Brainerd Recreation Center to help evacuate residents from impassable roads. Chattanooga Times Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga’s Tidalwave, an e-commerce fulfillment and textile printing start-up, is the fastest growing company in its sector with 7,100% revenue growth from 2021 to 2024 as listed by Inc. Magazine. The company will expand its warehouse on Enterprise Drive on Oct. 1 — it plans to grow its team from four to 50 employees as business increases. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Fourteen Chattanooga companies are on Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 list—Tidalwave Holdings grew 6,436% and Firecrown is the fastest in its media and arts category. Most of these companies are in logistics and transportation, showing strong local business growth. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Johnthony Walker—the bus driver in the 2016 Woodmore crash that killed six children and injured over 20—has registered as a sex offender with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office after his 2018 conviction for aggravated statutory rape. Local 3 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Lookouts announced they will play their first home game at Erlanger Park, a new multi-use venue in the South Broad District, on April 14 against the Montgomery Biscuits next year—after starting the season on the road on April 3, the team will host 69 home games with special promotions as they open a new era of baseball for Chattanooga. Chattanooga CW
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The Floor Is Yours: Dreamers Night
7-9 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — $10 to spectate, free to participate — An evening to share your dreams and visions through dance, music, and storytelling.
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Montgomery Biscuits at Chattanooga Lookouts
7:15-8:45 p.m. — AT&T Field — Check website for ticket prices — Catch the exciting action as the Montgomery Biscuits take on the Chattanooga Lookouts in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Marlow Drive Reunion Concert
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Check venue for ticket prices — Chattanooga’s own Marlow Drive returns to the stage after a 7-year hiatus with their signature blend of southern rock.
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Tuesday Night Bluegrass Jam
6-9 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Enjoy an open Bluegrass jam with local musicians in a relaxed setting.
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SUSTO Concert
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — $28 Tickets — Experience SUSTO's heartfelt music as they navigate themes of love and adversity in their latest album.
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Brian Kelley Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Signal — General Admission from $19 — Last-minute tickets available for an exciting evening with Brian Kelley.
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Stand-Up Comedy Night with Nick Murphy
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Comedy Catch At The Choo Choo — $5 minimum purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs with Atlanta's rising comedic talent Nick Murphy.
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HARD LUCK
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classic Southern Rock n Roll from local favorites Hard Luck.
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Reptile Tour at Chattanooga Zoo
11:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Chattanooga Zoo — Admission may be required — Discover the fascinating world of reptiles from around the globe in this engaging tour.
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Adelitas Way with Citizen Soldier
9 AM – 12 PM — The Signal — Check ticket prices — Enjoy a concert with proceeds supporting mental health in the metal community.
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