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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Chattanooga are still recovering from last week’s flash flooding, which Hamilton County leaders called the worst flood since 1973 after nearly seven inches of rain caused heavy water damage. Community groups and Brainerd High School organized help for people who lost homes and belongings—volunteers, friends and neighbors provided needed support. News Channel 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga man Darryl Roberts, convicted for murdering Christopher Wright on Market Street at point blank range, began his sentencing hearing Monday at Hamilton County Criminal Court—Wright’s mother and others delivered impact statements condemning his actions. News Channel 9
- ➤ UTC's Department of Public Safety warned students that drink spiking and sexual assault incidents were reported over the weekend (one case occurred at an off-campus party and another near Shady's Corner) and urged caution with campus resources. News Channel 9
- ➤ Chattanooga man Darryl Roberts was sentenced Monday to 90 years in prison for fatally shooting businessman Chris Wright outside Patten Towers on Sept. 28, 2023. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Police say a 29-year-old man was fatally shot early Sunday morning at the 3200 block of Brainerd Road in Chattanooga in a targeted incident—officers are still searching for the suspect who fled on foot. News Channel 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ TVA has signed an agreement to buy up to 50 megawatts of power from Kairos Power’s molten salt reactor demonstration in Oak Ridge and will pass clean energy credits to Google’s local data centers starting in 2030. The project uses Generation IV technology —designed for higher safety and efficiency— to support growing energy needs. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tyner Middle High Academy opened Monday morning four years after students walked out to protest poor conditions, as county leaders, staff and students celebrated the new building that combines middle and high schools—featuring a theater, gyms and career pathways. The $95 million project marks the county’s first new high school replacement in over 30 years and sets up new programs for future careers. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga residents are worried about the deteriorating Wilcox Boulevard Bridge near Amnicola Highway, which has not started repairs despite a $25 million grant approved in 2022. TDOT said construction will begin this year—residents fear cracks, gaps, and oversized speed bumps could soon make the bridge hazardous for drivers. 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
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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Jazz Futures
8-10 p.m. — Songbirds — Tickets required — Step into the rhythm of jazz at an innovative event blending performance with immersive education.
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Ashland Craft Live Performance
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Barrelhouse Ballroom — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful tunes of South Carolina's rising country star with a personal touch in her songwriting.
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Three Star Revival Concert
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticket info not provided — Experience a high-energy fusion of funk, soul, rock, and pop with Three Star Revival and Et Cetera.
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