Terry Knowles, a 20-year veteran of the Chattanooga Fire Department, was sworn in Thursday as fire chief during a ceremony featuring fire-themed music, red and white stage lights and two standing ovations at the Walker Theatre. Knowles replaced former Chief Philip Hyman, who retired in July. Read the full story at the link in our bio. Photo 1 / Staff Photo by Robin Rudd / Chief Terry Knowles delivers his inaugural remarks. Chief Terry Knowles will officially assume his role chief of the Chattanooga Fire Department after a ceremony at Memorial Auditorium’s Walker Theatre on August 28, 2025. Photo 2 / Staff Photo by Robin Rudd / Surrounded by his family Chief Terry Knowles takes the oath of office administered by Judge Sherry Pat, left. Photo 3 / Staff Photo by Robin Rudd / Mayor Tim Kelly speaks during the ceremony. Photo 4 / Staff Photo by Robin Rudd / Chief Terry Knowles delivers his inaugural remarks. Photo 5 / Staff Photo by Robin Rudd / Chief Terry Knowles hugs Captain Chadd...