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Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Incline Railway in Chattanooga will offer a $1.30 round-trip fare on November 16 to mark its 130th anniversary, replacing the usual $22 fare. CARTA officials plan a celebration with food trucks, music, bounce houses and face painting — a move aimed at letting more Chattanoogans ride this historic railway. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small refrigerator sparked an early morning fire at Avondale Head Start on Ocoee Street today and firefighters arrived at 6:27 a.m.—the blaze was under control by 6:40 a.m. with no injuries as investigators believe the accident was unintentional. Local 3 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Public Library will host a free event called Culture on 4: A Conversation with Megan Ledbetter, featuring Tom Lee, on Saturday, October 4 at 6:00pm at the Downtown Library. The event will focus on a photographic project—The Field—that highlights abandoned cemeteries and forgotten southern histories and is presented by the Office of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy. Local 3 News
- ➤ Comic Con returns to the Chattanooga Convention Center this Saturday and Sunday and will host 50 vendors, guest speakers, and gaming areas including an eSports Invitational with pro players starting on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.—children 12 and under enter free while weekend passes cost $40. Local 3 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UTC plans to boost its dual enrollment program from over 12,000 to at least 15,000 students by 2030. Chancellor Lori Bruce said the initiative will offer more online college courses to Tennessee high school students and may even include faculty teaching at their schools—helping to expand access to college-level learning. News Channel 9
- ➤ Chattanooga Pre-K teacher Tyroneshia Jordan of Children's Academy for Education and Learning was named one of 10 statewide winners of the Tennessee Early Educator Awards on Wednesday—she will receive a $1,000 cash prize, an all-expense-paid trip to Nashville, and a shopping spree at Lakeshore Learning. Local 3 News
- ➤ East Hamilton High School freshmen will hold the 8th Annual Cane Car Show on November 1 at their school campus to benefit the Forgotten Child Fund — admission is free and food, music, games and raffle prizes will be offered. Local 3 News
- ➤ Hamilton County Commissioners are discussing a resolution to spend $13.5M for phase four improvements at 15 schools — the grant includes $300,000 to repair a leaking ceiling at the Chattanooga Center for Creative Arts. Dr. Jill Levine said the repair is essential for hosting upcoming art shows. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority runs buses with bike racks, wheelchair access and free Wi-Fi that cost $1.50 per ride when paying in cash or using a mobile ticket, and offers on-demand paratransit and rideshare services. The guide explains how to plan trips with Google Maps or Citymapper, buy passes, and navigate fixed routes — ensuring safe and easy transit for local riders. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ At a meeting on Wednesday, Hamilton County commissioners discussed plans to convert abandoned tracks on Sequoyah Access Road in Soddy Daisy into a public hiking trail — the county will apply for a $2-million federal grant that needs a matching $2-million commitment — and they will review the project next week. Local 3 News
- ➤ Tennessee lawmakers passed House Bill 130 to expand the Food Freedom Act so small farm operators can now sell perishable meals like dairy, eggs and poultry without paying nearly $500 in inspection fees—Rep. Michele Reneau said the update cuts food waste and turns extra goods into income for local producers. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners announced that they will set aside $13.5 million for phase four maintenance of Hamilton County Schools, as approved by the county school board. The funds will cover repairs at Chattanooga School for Arts and Science and a turf field at Central High School—projects responding to community needs. Local 3 News
- ➤ State Rep. Greg Martin says he secured a $75,000 grant from TDOT's Traffic Signal Modernization Program to upgrade Lakesite traffic lights at the intersections of State Route 319 and Daisy Dallas Road and at State Route 319 and Dallas Hollow Road—local officials expect the upgrades to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians. News Channel 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ellie Mills celebrated being cancer free after a two-year battle with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia this week—the Chattanooga Football Club attended her ring the bell ceremony and gave her a signed jersey and ball. News Channel 9
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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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Beginner Needle Felting: Fall Pumpkin
6-8 p.m. — The Chattery — Class fee applies — Get cozy and creative while crafting tiny 3D pumpkin masterpieces through beginner-friendly needle felting.
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Showman & Coole: Modern Old-Time Sounds
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Barking Legs Theater — $20 — Experience the unique folk sounds from acclaimed musicians John Showman and Chris Coole.
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Red Bank Music Jam
5-7 p.m. — 3653 Tom Weathers Dr, Chattanooga, TN — Free entry — Celebrate music and community for those aged 55 and up with a delightful afternoon of jamming.
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A Taste of Southern Gala Featuring Annie Moses Band
6-8 p.m. — The Chattanoogan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton — Ticket information unavailable — Experience a delightful evening of Southern cuisine and music at the annual gala.
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Blackberry Smoke Concert
8-10 p.m. — Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices start at $72 — Catch the live energy of Blackberry Smoke in an intimate venue setting.
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Jason Lyles Live Music Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Gate 11 Distillery — Cost info not provided — Experience unflinching positivity and a great time with Jason Lyles' genre-blending music.
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Atlanta United 2 vs Chattanooga FC
1-2:30 p.m. — Finley Stadium — Tickets required — Cheer on local soccer talent as Atlanta United 2 takes on Chattanooga FC in an exciting match.
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