Local 3 News

Local 3 News

@Local3News

Coverage You Can Count On.

Chattanooga, TN https://www.local3news.com/ Joined 2009-03-21 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

116,202

Followers

2,272

Following

249,960

Tweets

4.1

Avg Engagement

740

Listed

Yes

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @Local3News's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
  • Account Age:2009-03-21
  • Verification:Yes
  • Location:Chattanooga, TN

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,250
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:2.8
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:1.4
  • Followers Analyzed:10,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

The account maintains a steady level of engagement, with tweets averaging 61 likes and 12 retweets. The engagement suggests a loyal and active audience interested in current events.

2.8

Avg Likes/Tweet

1.4

Avg Retweets/Tweet

8,971

Total Likes

4,515

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

2

Median Likes

0

Median Retweets

4

75th Percentile

754

Top Tweet

0.04

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Viral Spikes

Engagement Pattern

Few posts get most engagement

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Broadcaster

Primarily shares original content

86.4%

Original

0.1%

Replies

13.3%

Retweets

0.2%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

0.8%

With Media

98.1%

With Links

11.4%

With #Tags

23.8%

With @Mentions

1.3%

With Emojis

213

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.0

Reply/Original Ratio

0.02

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Somewhat Bursty

Occasional posting spikes

83.8%

Weekday Posts

16.2%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#chanews (162) #fastcast (55) #marchmadness (21) #bluecrosshoops (17) #breaking (16) #vols (15) #tennessee (14) #mocs (13) #nfldraft (12) #wxtriviaon3 (10)

Most Mentioned

@davidkarnes3 (281) @alisonlocal3 (181) @benbobicklocal3 (116) @local3news (85) @local3sports (43) @local3weather (42) @liamlocal3 (33) @samantha_casano (29) @bc_bearettes (18) @timesfreepress (17)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 2,809 (86%)
Replies 3 (0%)
Retweets 431 (13%)
Quote Tweets 7 (0%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.

The 431 retweets (13% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,250 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 10,000 followers

The audience likely includes residents of Tennessee and individuals interested in local politics, education, and social issues. They are likely to be informed citizens seeking reliable news sources.

Below Average

Audience Quality

37.3%

Suspicion Index

59.8%

Low-Quality %

2

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

67.4%

Empty Bio

63.6%

<10 Tweets

4.2%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

63.6%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

93.0%

No URL

52.1%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

15,589,479

Total Potential Reach

2

Median Follower Reach

18

75th Percentile Reach

1.7%

>1K followers

0.2%

>10K followers

0.1%

>50K followers

0.0%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

19.6%

Creators

1,963 accounts

16.8%

Consumers

1,677 accounts

63.6%

Dormant

6,360 accounts

60

Verified Followers

0.6% of total

2.8%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.05

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

Chattanooga, TN (561) Tennessee, USA (228) United States (73) Cleveland, TN (73) Tennessee (46) Ringgold, GA (43) Nashville, TN (42) Georgia, USA (31) Dalton, GA (31) Atlanta, GA (29)

60

Verified Followers

0.6% of total

796

Protected Accounts

7.96% of total

3 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,093,699 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@rebeccagrants 188,886 Sportscaster movies, TV, sports
@JohnWayneWagne4 96,269 - -
@_Deashay 63,941 - -
@kevinhoneycutt 61,554 Educator Education, Technology, Innovation
@12Magazine 41,665 Religious Leader Religion, Christianity, Second Coming
@LPTN1776 30,296 - -
@ProfessorIsIn 29,181 - -
@PeabodyMemphis 24,093 - -
@jhollymc 24,030 - -

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

love (275) life (194) mom (131) school (120) god (118) wife (117) high (110) family (100) chattanooga (98) husband (91)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#1 (8) #godawgs (4) #jesus (3) #blessed (3) #educator (3) #ga14 (3) #4 (3) #theheights (3) #2a (3) #writer (3)

3,259

Followers With Bio

6,741

Followers Without Bio

32.59%

% With Bio

67.41%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed

1,452

Combined Engagement

322

Total Likes

1,130

Total Retweets

290

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

0%

With Media

0%

With Hashtags

40%

With @Mentions

60%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Politics Education Social Issues Legislation Public Demonstrations
Local 3 News
@Local3News

RT @VP: I'm traveling to Dalton, Georgia to announce the largest investment in community solar in our nation’s history. This historic investment will create good-paying jobs and help families across the country access the benefits of solar, including lower utility bills and clea

2023-04-06
Retweets: 754 Likes: 0 Engagement: 754
Local 3 News
@Local3News

RT @GovBillLee: I am closely monitoring the tragic situation at Covenant, &amp; the @TNDeptofSafety &amp; @TNHighwayPatrol are assisting local law enforcement &amp; first responders at the scene. As we continue to respond, please join us in praying for the school, congregation &

2023-03-27
Retweets: 323 Likes: 0 Engagement: 323
Local 3 News
@Local3News

LIZZO PROTESTS TN LAW: In a concert Friday night in Knoxville, Tennessee, Lizzo filled the stage with drag queens in a glittery protest against the state's legislation designed to restrict drag performances in public. https://t.co/yayBpp2xXb

2023-04-23
Retweets: 29 Likes: 191 Engagement: 220
Local 3 News
@Local3News

UT SYSTEM ANNOUNCES TIKTOK BAN: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga announced that it will be blocking the use of the social media app TikTok on university WiFi and servers. https://t.co/hMNOJJKxbn

2023-04-15
Retweets: 18 Likes: 68 Engagement: 86
Local 3 News
@Local3News

NEW: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed a law allowing private schools to contract with law enforcement so they can hire school resource officers. https://t.co/wbRyouj5Fu

2023-04-01
Retweets: 6 Likes: 63 Engagement: 69

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently covers political and legislative developments in Tennessee, indicating a focus on state-level news. It highlights social and cultural issues, such as protests and public demonstrations, showing a commitment to covering diverse topics. The use of verified sources and official announcements suggests a focus on credibility and factual reporting.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 116,202
  • + Strong original content creation
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @Local3News reveals an growing Twitter presence with 116,202 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 4.1 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025