Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twixie, a 2-year-old social and affectionate cat, has been seeking a forever home for over 170 days at the Humane Educational Society. Local 3 News
- ➤ A local shelter in the Tennessee Valley will open on January 6 and 7 to provide refuge from the expected freezing temperatures. Local 3 News
- ➤ Chattanooga, Tennessee, will host the annual Statewide Women's Policy Conference in February to discuss and advocate for initiatives enhancing opportunities and addressing challenges for women. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Signal Centers and local Chattanooga businesses are hosting a week-long series of events named 'Dolly Days' to celebrate Dolly Parton's birthday, including story times, dance parties, crafts, and a special iPad giveaway for participants. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ CARTA is making ongoing repairs to the Incline Railway damaged by a Lookout Mountain wildfire, believed to be caused by a rockslide, with several businesses affected and homes evacuated. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga, TN, has the highest per capita shoplifting rates in the U.S., surpassing major cities like Chicago, with local businesses implementing various strategies to combat retail theft. News Channel 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 19th annual Youth Photography Showcase by the Photographic Society of Chattanooga offers teen photographers aged 14-18 a platform to gain recognition and win cash prizes, with global competition opportunities. Local 3 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Novonix is set to establish a $1 billion manufacturing facility at Chattanooga's Enterprise South Industrial Park, potentially reaching a $2.1 billion investment and creating up to 1,175 jobs, supported by a U.S. Department of Energy loan and local tax incentives. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant is set to resume assembly of the ID.4 electric vehicle, reinstating 200 employees, following a significant sales dip and a recall due to a technical issue. 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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Soapmaking Workshop: Craft Custom Handmade Bars
This hands-on workshop at Crabtree Farms allows participants to learn the art of soapmaking and create their own custom bars of luxurious handmade soap.
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Inaugural Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival
The Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival will showcase over 70 vendor booths featuring fiber arts, classes, a handmade fashion show, a scavenger hunt, and a stitch marker swap at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
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