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Thursday, January 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Walnut Street Bridge in Chattanooga will be closed for renovation starting March 17, 2025, for 18 months, with a new app launched to guide residents on construction updates and alternative routing. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Chattanooga extinguished a duplex fire on Rawlings Street, rescued several pets, and are assisting three adults and a minor displaced by the fire, with the cause under investigation. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ James Grant from Hamilton County has been indicted on twelve child sex crime charges and is held on a $430,000 bond. Local 3 News
- ➤ In a Tennessee court, Benjamin Cook faces charges for allegedly shooting at a family playing in the snow, with his defense arguing the shots were a warning, not an attempt on their lives. News Channel 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival, featuring over 70 vendors, classes, and fashion shows, debuts in Chattanooga on Feb. 1-2, with tickets available online. Local 3 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga State Community College is hosting two events to explore Tulsa's Black Wall Street history and the legacy of the Chattanooga Five in celebration of Black History Month. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp advocates for instituting an eight-year term limit for his position, eliciting mixed reactions and a debate on the implications for local governance. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Two state senators from Hamilton County, Tennessee, debated an immigration bill that proposes penalties for officials creating sanctuary policies, leading to a clash on amendments and the bill's passage in the Senate. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Engaging Book Discussion and Swap in Chattanooga
This event offers a welcoming environment for book lovers to discuss literature and trade books, fostering community connections.
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The Floor Is Yours: A Community Healing Event
An evening dedicated to sharing stories, dancing, and performing arts aimed at healing troubled hearts in the community.
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Valentine’s Day VIP Experience at The Playlist
Celebrate love with an evening featuring complimentary champagne and a commemorative gift at The Playlist.
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Love Songs in Blue Concert
A concert featuring pianist Tim Hinck, cellist Ben Van Winkle, and percussionist Spencer West performing a blend of love songs inspired by jazz and classical traditions.
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Gardner-Webb Runnin Bulldogs vs. Chattanooga Mocs Wrestling
Witness the competitive wrestling match between the Gardner-Webb Runnin Bulldogs and the Chattanooga Mocs at Maclellan Gymnasium.
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ShadowGrass Performance at Barrelhouse Ballroom
ShadowGrass, a renowned instrumental group, will perform live with doors opening at 7 PM for an evening of captivating music.
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