Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga braces for freezing temperatures by advising residents on car maintenance and emergency kits, while the Chattanooga Rescue Mission provides shelter and services to the needy. News Channel 9
- ➤ The Tennessee Aquarium now offers reduced admission for SNAP recipients to enhance accessibility and encourage broad community engagement with aquatic life. Local 3 News
- ➤ The Unity Group of Chattanooga announces the 55th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Week Celebration schedule, featuring events that honor the legacy and mission of Dr. King. Local 3 News
- ➤ Twixie the cat, labeled a 'Lonely Heart' pet, has been awaiting adoption for over 170 days at the Humane Educational Society in Chattanooga. Local 3 News
- ➤ The Chattanooga City Council has renamed the Family Justice Center after the late Dr. Carol Berz, in recognition of her pivotal role in its creation and dedication to its core services. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect, James Junior Holder, was fatally shot by Hamilton County deputies after pulling what appeared to be a gun during a traffic stop at a Tennessee supermarket. Local 3 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga offers weekend activities like the World of Wheels auto show, Dolly Day at the Creative Discovery Museum, and a Christmas tree bonfire at Treetop Hideaways. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Amari Jefferson, a celebrated all-state receiver from Baylor School, is transferring from Alabama to Tennessee, bringing four years of eligibility to play for the Volunteers. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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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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Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Concert
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives will perform live at the Tivoli Theatre, offering an entertaining night of music.
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