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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The East Ridge community came together last week to support the family of Tomas, Xiomara, and Emma after a tree fell on their car along South Moore Road during historic flooding—Hamilton County Commission approved $5,000 for funeral expenses, and a local GoFundMe is raising funds to send the bodies back to Guatemala. News Channel 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Chinese restaurant, Ox2 Buns and Noodles, has opened in Chattanooga to serve hand-pulled noodles and other dishes. The eatery (pronounced like the animal followed by 2) plans to welcome local diners with its authentic flavors. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ University of Tennessee at Chattanooga fraternity pledges suffered severe hazing that caused burns needing skin grafts, but police declined charges because records show the students participated in the dangerous acts — a decision prompting a review by the university’s Office of Student Conduct — as investigators found extensive evidence of abuse. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Joshua Lishun Brewer, 29, pleaded guilty in Chattanooga’s federal court on Wednesday to a December 17 robbery at Hamilton Place mall and will serve 57 months in prison for obstructing, delaying and affecting interstate commerce during the theft at Markman’s Diamonds—authorities linked him to the crime after recovering his thumbprint on a store employee's phone. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Schools plans to combine Rivermont, Dupont and Alpine Crest into a new elementary school opening in 2027 on the North River Family YMCA site. The school will have a capacity for 900 students—some parents are worried about individual attention. Chattanooga CW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Oglethorpe officials said heavy rain caused flooding at Crossing Apartments that displaced 30 households, and residents blamed Black Branch Creek, though state rules do not allow cleaning the creek without permits—city and state agencies noted any changes would require approval from FEMA, EPD and the Corps. Local 3 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jessica Hirsch has faced Alpha-gal syndrome since she first felt symptoms nearly ten years ago from a tick bite, which causes rashes, nausea and wounds that heal slowly. Pharmacist Jordan Morrison said Access Pharmacy makes special trigger-free medicine and noted rising awareness of the condition—prompting more local diagnoses. News Channel 9
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Ali Siddiq Live Stand-Up
7-8:30 p.m. — Walker Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the unique storytelling of renowned comedian Ali Siddiq in an engaging live performance.
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Reptile Tour at Chattanooga Zoo
11:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Chattanooga Zoo — Standard admission — Explore the fascinating world of reptiles and meet some of their most intriguing representatives.
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