Raymond “Ray” G. Tessmer, Jr., of Chattanooga, passed away on April 27, 2025, in a local hospital, at the age of 84. Born on October 4, 1940, in North Tonawanda, NY to ... more
Following an extensive national search, the Carter Street Corporation has named Sam Voisin as the new executive director of the Chattanooga Convention Center. Officials said Mr. Voisin "brings three decades of experience in the entertainment and hospitality industries, having managed large-scale venues and overseen multimillion-dollar capital projects for convention centers, theaters and amphitheaters nationwide." Mr. Voisin most recently served as president and chief operating officer ... more
In his opening statement following Tennessee baseball’s season-ending loss at Arkansas on Sunday, Tony Vitello apologized to the fan base for the Vols not making a return ... more
Should the federal government eliminate funding for PBS and NPR?