Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga police emphasize the importance of driving sober for New Year's Eve celebrations to ensure a safe start to the New Year. Local 3 News
- ➤ Chattanooga area offers diverse New Year activities, including First Day Hikes, ice skating, and Dread Hollow's New Year's Nightmare. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County deputies fatally shot a man who displayed a firearm during a traffic stop in a Publix parking lot, marking the third law enforcement-related fatality in the area this month. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A food event in Chattanooga features dishes prepared by chef Khaled AlBanna, inspired by Mariam Shaar's cookbook 'Soufra', highlighting Shaar's journey as a Palestinian refugee entrepreneur and her food truck's impact in Lebanon. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The Center for Creative Arts, along with Yale's Society of Sons of Orpheus and Bacchus, will host a benefit concert to raise funds for auditorium seating renovations. Local 3 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, most of Chattanooga's publicly traded companies saw a rise in share prices, contributing to over $5 billion in market value increase, with Unum and Miller Industries leading the growth. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy, focusing on STEM and closing the achievement gap for girls of color, celebrates historic honors including its eighth Level 5 TVAAS recognition and fifth designation as a Tennessee Rewards School. News Channel 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blood Assurance in Chattanooga encourages donations by opening on New Year's Day and offering incentives during National Blood Donor Month amid a local donor shortage. Local 3 News
- ➤ Restaurants in the Chattanooga area were inspected, revealing issues ranging from expired food items to equipment malfunctions. Chattanooga Times Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local Chattanooga coffee shops introduce cozy winter-themed drinks to enjoy during the cold season. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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An Evening with Sean Dietrich
Sean Dietrich, a columnist and storyteller, shares insights on life in the American South at this engaging event.
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Chattacon 2025: A Celebration of Speculative Fiction
Chattacon offers a weekend of engaging panel discussions, art showcases, and gaming experiences centered around science fiction and fantasy in Chattanooga, TN.
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Athletic Championships: Chattanooga Nationals Cheerleading
The Athletic Championships Chattanooga Nationals 2025 is a two-day cheerleading competition taking place at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
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Wednesday Jazz at Barking Legs Theater
Barking Legs Theater hosts a weekly jazz event that features local artists and supports the Chattanooga music community since 2015.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
Experience a magical live concert featuring classic Queen songs performed under candlelight at The Hotel Chalet.
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Belgard University 2025 in Chattanooga, TN
Belgard University offers educational breakout classes, a trade show, and an evening awards dinner at The Westin in Downtown Chattanooga.
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Black Jacket Symphony Performs Led Zeppelin's IV
The Black Jacket Symphony presents a live performance of Led Zeppelin's iconic album IV in its entirety at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium.
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