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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, heavy rain caused flash flooding in East Ridge that left some homes water-damaged, including Cameron Eaves' house where water reached his mother's lower leg. A Southern Baptist Disaster Relief team began work by removing damaged drywall and insulation near Ringgold Road—volunteers from local churches plan to restore additional homes. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The American Red Cross provided shelter and cleanup kits for Chattanoogans after flooding on Aug 15—Julia Wright said residents in need could access essential services. Local 3 News
- ➤ Faith Community Wesleyan Church in Chattanooga was hit by severe flooding on Tuesday—nearly trapping new leaders Alex and Katie Lawrence as water damaged walls, electrical sockets and furniture. Community members began cleaning up Friday and the church hopes to resume Sunday service soon. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Embassy Suites hotel at 345 Broad St. in downtown Chattanooga opened two days ago as a soft launch of a $60 million project and will have its grand opening on September 9 at 4 p.m.—the 184-room building fills most of a block—and it is the largest new investment in downtown in over a decade. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A student at The Howard School pulled a knife during a fight with about six students Friday morning and now faces charges for unlawful possession of a weapon and felony reckless endangerment—no other students were charged according to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Tim Kelly released the final proposal on Friday that sets the property tax rate at $1.93 per $100 of property value and allocates extra funds for police and firefighter raises. The new plan will be reviewed at a public hearing on Tuesday, August 19 at 3:30 p.m.—this is the largest tax cut in decades to help with rising costs. Local 3 News
- ➤ Hamilton County Sheriff's Office announced that starting salaries for frontline deputies will increase effective August 20 — Patrol Deputies will begin at $62,000 and Corrections Deputies at $54,000, with additional rates for Judicial Security, Civil Warrants, and Corrections Services Deputies. The boost was achieved using existing budgeted funds from the Hamilton County Commission with no tax increase. Local 3 News
- ➤ Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett announced that starting Aug. 20, patrol deputies will earn $62,000 and corrections deputies $54,000—using existing budget funds from the Hamilton County Commission to keep the department competitive without a tax increase. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly's office proposed a historic property tax cut of $1.93 per $100, lowering the rate from $2.25, with a public hearing set for August 19. The measure will generate $44.8 million to fund community centers, affordable housing, and public safety boosts like 15 new firefighting positions and a new fire truck for Station 21 in East Brainerd — a move aimed at easing rising costs after recent floods. News Channel 9
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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
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