Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 49-year-old man died following a head-on collision involving a Jeep Liberty and a Honda Accord in Chattanooga. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ West Star Aviation plans to invest $32 million, adding 200 jobs in Hamilton County, marking its third expansion at Chattanooga Airport. Chattanooga Times Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Schools' budget discussions will focus on staffing and health insurance costs, aiming to balance rising healthcare expenses with the need to maintain competitive employee benefits. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's Space Observatory is now open to the public, featuring a historic telescope and planetarium to educate and engage visitors with the cosmos. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The TDOT has postponed the concrete beam placement for a new bridge over I-75 at Hamilton Place Mall to February 17 due to expected heavy rains, impacting local traffic with rolling roadblocks and lane closures. Local 3 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga offers a variety of Valentine's Day events, including dances, dining, and music, alongside outdoor activities like the Backyard Bird Count and the McKee Southern 6 trail race. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga-based Quintana Roo, a triathlon bike builder, becomes an official supplier for IRONMAN, enhancing top-tier triathlon performance with specialized bikes and on-site support at major events across the US and Europe. Local 3 News
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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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SIX Musical Tour in Chattanooga
Experience the touring musical 'SIX' at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium located in Chattanooga, TN.
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2025 SFEA Annual Conference: All Aboard! - Education and Networking in Chattanooga
The 2025 SFEA Annual Conference in Chattanooga offers attendees over two days of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and awards recognizing outstanding festivals and event professionals in the Southeast.
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An Evening with Neil deGrasse Tyson
Renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson will be speaking at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium in Chattanooga, TN.
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Twobird Performances at Barking Legs Theater
Twobird is a solo performance by Michael McCamish that explores personal and social themes through dance, narration, and live music, bringing together rich visual poetry and humor.
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TVOS Winemakers Conference 2025
The TVOS Winemakers Conference is a gathering for wine enthusiasts held at the Chattanoogan Hotel, featuring opportunities to engage with industry experts.
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