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Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office sponsored the fourth annual Running Down Recidivism 5K at the Chattanooga Riverfront, benefiting The BRAVE Effect nonprofit that helps former inmates re-enter society — HCSO team members and their families competed while local vendors provided food, music, and fun — and the event raised funds and awareness for re-entry programs. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials said that during the historic Aug. 12th floods in Chattanooga, call ring times at the Hamilton County 911 center lasted more than five times normal—delaying emergency response. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday's festival featured fiddle players Michael Cleveland and Jason Carter playing in Miller Park where hundreds gathered to enjoy traditional bluegrass music. The show continued after headliner Sierra Ferrell canceled her set, with both artists playing live with a full band+audience dancing and enjoying the music+ filling the park. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee soybean farmers are harvesting crops amid high costs, bad weather, and trade problems that lower prices because China is not buying, experts say losses may reach about $110M this season. Farmers now may need to risk personal assets for loans as they struggle to cover expenses and keep their farms afloat. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A recent study from Apiary Inspectors of America found that bee hives in Tennessee declined by 39% this year as heavy rain, improper daytime pesticide spraying and urban construction reduced forage for bees in Chattanooga — prompting local beekeepers to seek urban beekeeping options to support food production. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Captain George Turley of the Chattanooga Fire Department was honored at the International Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in Colorado Springs on Saturday where 311 fallen firefighters were remembered; he served 31 years and died on duty last December while working out at his station—his legacy lives on in Hixson—as many recall his dedication. Local 3 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medicare enrollment opens Oct.15 and ends at midnight Dec.7 for changes or new enrollment in prescription drug and Medicare Advantage plans — benefits take effect Jan.1. Beneficiaries who missed their initial enrollment may face a penalty and should check that their prescriptions are covered in the upcoming plan changes. Chattanooga Times Free Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Chattanooga Times Free Press features homes priced around $300K in Chattanooga. A three-bedroom townhouse in East Brainerd sits on 2.88 acres with a covered patio, a four-bedroom home in South Chattanooga is under construction to be complete on Sept. 30, and a fully updated cottage in Brainerd offers classic details—showing buyers different options. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee's defense played mixed as the Volunteers defeated UAB 56 to 24 on Saturday, building a strong early lead before giving up yards and points after halftime. Coach Heupel, who earned his 40th win, said his team must improve its play — he praised key defensive stops while noting opportunities to clean up mistakes such as a player stomp that led to a penalty. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Chattanooga Prep upset Marion in a memorable football game Friday night at Marion County — capping a week of hard work. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ IRONMAN Chattanooga will take place next Sunday, September 28, with more than 2,500 athletes competing over a 16.5-hour race. Race organizers said traffic delays + road closures will affect key roads from Wednesday, Sept 24 to Monday, Sept 29, with further delays on race day from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Local 3 News
- ➤ UTC's Mocs built a 14-10 lead before Tarleton State scored to win 52-24 in Stephenville, Texas, leaving the team at 1-3 this season. The team will face The Citadel next Saturday at 6 p.m. at Finley Stadium — their Southern Conference debut. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ 14-year-old Axel Robards from Chattanooga raced at Barber Motorsports Park in mid-August near Birmingham (Ala.) where he visualized key moves on the track while competing in lower levels of formula racing; he hopes to reach Formula 1 in the future. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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Chaka Khan Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the legendary voice of Chaka Khan live in Chattanooga.
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Todd Marcus Quintet featuring Virginia MacDonald
7:30-10 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — $Varies — Experience a unique jazz performance highlighting the clarinet's versatility in modern jazz.
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Joy Adams Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music and comedy with award-winning entertainer Joy Adams and special guests.
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Lilac Line Concert
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Ticketed event — Experience the rising sounds of Chattanooga's own alternative rock band, Lilac Line, in an intimate setting.
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Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
7:15-9:30 p.m. — The Signal — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate tribute to the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin.
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IRONMAN Chattanooga
6:30 a.m. — Ross's Landing — Entry fee required — Conquer 144.6 miles and enjoy local adventures in a beautiful setting.
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