Actors Jonathan Frakes and Kevin Sorbo, whose credits include the "Star Trek" and "Hercules" television franchises, respectively, will be among the celebrity guests for this weekend s Metrotham Con, a multifandom convention at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Other events spotlight moms, teachers and medical personnel. Two concerts will raise money to assist the homeless.
Members of Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly s administration joined a group of Station Street business owners Thursday in announcing a new, 30-day safety plan for the district two weeks after Kelly issued an executive order mandating a curfew for the businesses.
Two Chattanooga parks will draw extra visitors this weekend as Shakespearean actors and ballet dancers gather for performances. Other events highlight Cinco de Mayo, the Kentucky Derby and Armed Forces Day. Here s a chronology.