From Local 3 News: Artist Dr. Usher Raymond IV, a Chattanooga native, will receive the Key to the City of Chattanooga and a proclamation from stat
From Local 3 News: Artist Dr. Usher Raymond IV, a Chattanooga native, will receive the Key to the City of Chattanooga and a proclamation from state and local government at a special event on April 20.
The City of Chattanooga and Hamilton County will be partnering with UTC and Chattanooga Business Elite for a community celebration of the star.
Doors will open at 2:00pm at McKenzie Arena on Saturday, April 20.
“The city of Chattanooga provided a spark that ignited the fire in me to pursue my dreams as a singer and I’m thankful for the support I received from so many great family members, friends, and mentors so early in my journey. Thank you for the honor, I look forward to celebrating with you all,” Usher said.
The event is free, but tickets are required. There are only 3,500 available. Tickets will become available on Friday, April 12 at 10:00 am.
“The pride in Chattanooga during Usher’s iconic Super Bowl halftime show was palpable,” said Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly. “We know as a smaller city we punch way above our weight when it comes to the talent our city produces, and USHER is one of the finest examples of that talent. He’s going to feel the love when he comes home to McKenzie Arena on April 20th. I look forward to seeing y’all there.”
“From his days at Orchard Knob and Dalewood to the pinnacle of the music industry, Usher is one the great talents who have come through our public school system,” said Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp. “I hope other young boys and girls across Hamilton County see Usher’s rise to the world stage and know that they have the same potential.”
