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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening, during flooding near the I-24—I-75 split, EPB fiber installer Troy Plemons jumped in to help a woman trapped in an SUV—he used a rock to break the window and guided her to safety. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A large tree fell on a car in East Ridge early Wednesday morning due to heavy rain and flooded ground, killing two adults and one child—Hamilton County emergency officials are now checking damage and searching for a man last seen walking in floodwaters. News Channel 9
- ➤ First responders in Chattanooga located a body on Wednesday while searching for a man swept away Tuesday during heavy floods, raising the death toll to four after two adults and a child died when a tree fell on South Moore Road shortly after midnight — the CPD homicide unit and Hamilton County medical examiner are investigating. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga’s Mayor’s Office released data on Tuesday showing that over 100 firefighters answered more than 50 emergencies, a rescue team saved 35 people, police handled 427 calls, and public works crews worked until 1:00 a.m. to clear roads while community development and wastewater departments sheltered evacuees and kept systems running—demonstrating a strong, multi-agency flood response. Local 3 News
- ➤ More than half of the living Medal of Honor recipients will come to Chattanooga for a celebration at the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center from Sept 30 through Oct 4. The week-long event will feature a black-tie dinner, school visits, service projects and live music — featuring Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band — to honor bravery and share service stories. Local 3 News
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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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Bluegrass Jam Session with Randy Steele
6-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Free entry — Experience an authentic open Bluegrass jam with talented local musicians in a cozy setting.
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