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Old Chattanooga city directories reveal Dolly Parton’s husband Carl Dean lived in East Ridge, TN, and across the Georgia line in Ringgold, GA, during the 1950s, with records listing his parents Ed and Ginny Dean and several Poindexter/Hollywood addresses; the piece ties his modest early life to Parton’s later fame and notes both families are buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
A Powerball ticket sold in Chattanooga won $2 million in Monday night’s drawing, with officials noting the winning slip was purchased at a Weigel’s on Polymer Drive. The Tennessee Lottery is confirming the prize and advising players to check their tickets for potential wins.
Following a fireworks trailer fire on I-75 in Hamilton County, the Tennessee Highway Patrol says a post-fire inspection found multiple hazmat safety violations by the carrier, including lack of hazmat registration, missing emergency information, no hazmat shipping papers, missing warning placards, no hazmat endorsement for the driver, and no USDOT number; the driver was cited and the case is under review with possible federal penalties.
Chattanooga is planning a $300 million, 12,500-seat Sunset Amphitheater at The Bend riverfront with a canopied roof, developed with Venu Holding to create a year-round, multi-season entertainment venue. Its completion depends on public-private incentives currently under negotiation; the project aims to attract major touring acts year-round and is projected to generate substantial regional economic impact.
Two Chattanooga police officers were placed on administrative leave after a fatal shooting outside the John A. Patten Community Center on Kellys Ferry Road. Authorities say Douglas Bearden fired a weapon, prompting officers to return fire; Bearden was pronounced dead at the scene. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating. The area was blocked off and the center closed; no officers were injured.
Flu activity is sharply rising near Chattanooga, Tennessee, with several surrounding counties reporting the highest rates in the state, driven by circulating influenza A(H3N2). Health officials recommend vaccination and early treatment, as the season remains active with increased hospitalizations and some deaths.
Heavy rains and flash flooding in Tennessee have resulted in at least three deaths, including a family of three killed when a tree fell on their car, and one person missing. Emergency services are actively searching for the missing individual amid ongoing flood warnings and historic rainfall levels, with Hamilton County declaring a state of emergency.
A tragic incident occurred in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where a tree fell on a car during heavy rain, killing a family of three. The region experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, prompting numerous water rescues, road closures, and a local state of emergency. Authorities continue to assess the damage and search for a missing person amid ongoing flood threats.
At least four people were injured in a shooting at a high school alumni reunion in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with no arrests reported, and the incident is under investigation.
A Chattanooga artist painted a portrait of Ace Bailey on a wall in his hometown ahead of the NBA Draft, highlighting local sports achievements and community pride.
The NCAA replaced an official at halftime of the Chattanooga-NC State women's basketball game due to a "background conflict" with the original official, Tommi Paris, who had not disclosed a school affiliation that would have prevented her from working the assigned game. Angelica Suffren replaced Paris for the second half, and the decision was made to maintain a full officiating crew. NC State won the game 64-45, and Suffren assessed a fourth-quarter technical foul on Chattanooga coach Shawn Poppie.
Vases keep disappearing from Lakewood Memory Gardens West cemetery in Chattanooga, with one family member expressing frustration over the ongoing thefts. The cemetery has no on-site staff, and the police are cooperating in criminal investigations. The stolen vases, which can cost up to $300 to replace, have prompted calls for increased security measures such as additional lighting. The community is concerned about the impact on families visiting the gravesites and is urging for more action to address the issue.
A Powerball Double Play player in Chattanooga won $50,000 by matching four of five white balls plus the Powerball in the Double Play drawing, with the winning ticket sold at Kankus Express. The Double Play option offers players a chance to win additional cash prizes up to $10 million with their Powerball numbers, and tickets including the add-on are eligible to win prizes in both the main Powerball drawing and the separate Double Play drawing.
Volkswagen will raise hourly pay for production workers at its Chattanooga facility by 11%, following a UAW strike that resulted in a significant pay increase for union auto workers. The average hourly pay at Volkswagen ranges from $12.37 to $22.99, with salaries ranging from $45,000 to $87,300 per year. State Rep. Greg Vital commended Volkswagen for recognizing the value of its employees and their families, highlighting the company's commitment to Chattanooga and the region.
Alabama's backups had a chance to shine in their 66-10 victory over Chattanooga, with over 50 Crimson Tide players seeing the field. Quarterbacks Ty Simpson and Dylan Lonergan got playing time in the second half, while running backs Richard Young and Justice Haynes scored their first touchdowns. Head coach Nick Saban praised the young players' development and experience, emphasizing the importance of game time for their growth. With tougher matchups ahead, including the Iron Bowl against Auburn and the SEC championship game against Georgia, having more players with game experience will be beneficial for Alabama.