Chattanooga, TN news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
In Chattanooga, TN on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Tivoli Theatre reopens tonight with Billy Strings. Also: Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Police hold joint training exercise today; expect activity at the aquarium location; Chattanooga FC hosts Connecticut United FC on October 25 in MLS NEXT Pro Eastern Conference Semifinals. Weather: Mostly clear skies today, 53–65°F with light winds and no rain expected.
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- Tivoli Theatre reopens tonight with sold-out Billy Strings concert and block party after four-year renovation.Local 3 News ·
- Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Police hold joint training exercise today; expect activity at the aquarium location.WDEF ·
- Chattanooga FC hosts Connecticut United FC on October 25 in MLS NEXT Pro Eastern Conference Semifinals.Local 3 News ·
News & local government
- GSA broke ground on new classically-inspired U.S. Courthouse in Chattanooga; major federal construction project underway.GSA (.gov) ·
- Tennessee ballot includes three proposed amendments on November election; local voters will decide on state-level changes.Local 3 News ·
Safety & emergencies
- Man arrested for shooting into two Chattanooga hotels and fleeing on e-bike; incident now under investigation.Local 3 News ·
Events & going out
- Chattanooga Market opens Sunday October 27 with special bluegrass celebration activities and local vendors.Chattanooga Pulse ·
Business & new openings
- CN Hotels acquires two Marriott properties near Hamilton Place; Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites under new ownership.Hotel Online ·
- Chattanooga Whiskey completed first Tennessee whiskey pressed on playable maple wood records; unique local product.Breaking Bourbon ·
Sports
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