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Chattanooga
Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Business owners Alan and Michele Brown have created Dead End on Ghost View Drive—a Halloween drive-through event at 8397 Gulf View Drive in the Soddy-Daisy Industrial Park featuring life-size animatronic characters with synchronized lights and music from 7 to 10 nightly through Nov. 2—with donations of canned goods supporting a local food pantry. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven residents were displaced from Mary Walker Towers on Market Street early Saturday morning — firefighters put the fire out quickly and no injuries were reported. Apartment management is providing temporary housing as investigators look into the cause. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Seven major private developments valued at $100 million or more have not started construction in the South Broad district (near Lookouts ballpark), and developers say the mixed-use projects will be built soon. The projects remain in the planning stage as builders work to launch them. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week, Chattanooga hosts many family-friendly events including local art shows, live music and fall festivals like the Chattanooga Apple Festival and Oktoberfest. Organizers have planned a range of open houses and seasonal gatherings across the area — giving residents plenty of ways to enjoy local culture and food traditions. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The Pride of the Southland Band will perform a free concert and hold an open rehearsal at Finley Stadium on Friday, October 17 with gates opening at 11:00 a.m. and events running from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. as the band heads toward Alabama. Local 3 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New state data shows Hamilton County public school students outperformed students receiving state tuition grants for private schools for the second year in a row—confirming strong academic performance in public schools. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caleb Bell caught a seven-pound, three-ounce invasive Alabama bass in the Ocoee River and broke the local record while wildlife officials said the fish were illegally introduced and may harm native bass populations. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency added that the species is spreading fast—mixing with local bass and threatening their numbers. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Fire Department partnered with the American Red Cross on Saturday morning (9 a.m. to noon) to inspect and replace smoke alarms at over 120 houses (as part of Fire Prevention Week) in the North Brainerd neighborhood. News Channel 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, National Fire Prevention Week kicks off in Chattanooga as Kelly Ransdell of the NFPA advises residents to unplug fully charged lithium-ion devices and charge them only on hard surfaces to prevent overheating—an important step to reduce fire risks at home. He also advises that used batteries be taken to designated recycling centers instead of being placed in regular trash bins. News Channel 9
- ➤ Two Minnesota men—John Lennox, who started The Recovery Road, and former NFL player Everson Griffen—are walking through Appalachian states to raise funds for mental health and addiction programs and will stop in Chattanooga today after noon to honor 307,000 lives lost to drugs, alcohol and suicide. They will head to a conference in Nashville on October 22 to continue their campaign. Local 3 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga coffee shops are debuting fall-themed drinks with options like pumpkin chai, hot cinnamon tea, and a cappuccino with brown sugar fig syrup—local baristas say these flavors capture the season's cozy feel. Customers can choose hot or iced versions at spots such as Oaks, Cadence, and Sleepyhead Coffee. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday at Neyland Stadium, the No. 12 Volunteers beat the Razorbacks 34—31 as running back DeSean Bishop rushed for 146 yards and scored a touchdown before injuring his knee—delivering Tennessee its first win over Arkansas since 2007. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The Tennessee Volunteers beat Arkansas 34 to 31 at Neyland Stadium on Saturday. The team made five sacks, forced four fumbles and recovered three turnovers while quarterback Taylen Green threw for 256 yards and defensive lineman Daevin Hobbs made his debut with an 11-yard sack and forced fumble — plays that helped secure the win. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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Introduction to Bitcoin
6-8 p.m. — The Chattery — Free entry — Dive into the world of Bitcoin and explore its secrets and potential.
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CFRE Essentials Workshop
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM — United Way of Greater Chattanooga — Registration required — Enhance your fundraising skills with a two-day workshop led by a master trainer.
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Improv Open House at Plant Bar
6-8 p.m. — Plant Bar — Free entry — Explore the world of improv and engage in fun activities with Improv Chattanooga.
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Fall Napkin Sewing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — The Chattery — Class fee applies — Enhance your sewing skills while creating unique fall napkins.
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Acupuncture Systems & Techniques Seminar
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Chattanooga Hamilton Place — $0 for members, $199 for non-members — Explore the evidence-based principles and anatomy of acupuncture in this informative seminar.
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Chattanooga Horn Authority
7-9 p.m. — Songbirds — Limited table seating available — Experience an exciting standing show featuring local talent from Chattanooga.
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7 Bridges Marathon
12 AM – 1 PM — Coolidge Park — Registration required — Experience a scenic marathon route through Chattanooga's beautiful landscapes.
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Lookout Comedy Festival Featuring Nick Murphy
7-11 p.m. — The Comedy Catch At The Choo Choo — $5 minimum food or beverage purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with Atlanta's own stand-up comedian Nick Murphy.
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