Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ochs Community Fund, named after the founder of The Daily Times, Adolph Ochs, helped prevent a Chattanooga resident from homelessness with a mere $37 grant. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Construction for the new Chattanooga Lookouts stadium progresses with the playing field bowl excavated and foundation piers up next, marking a significant development in the South Broad District's regeneration. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Fire Department, alongside various agencies, has contained the Lookout Mountain fire, evacuated homes as a precaution, and temporarily closed the Incline Railway for safety. Local 3 News
- ➤ A house fire in Chattanooga is being investigated after one individual was hospitalized early Saturday morning. Local 3 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga area highlights this week feature performances by local artists at the Grand Ole Opry and 'Christmas at Belmont Live From Nashville', along with various arts, music, and holiday events. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The article offers strategies for year-end financial planning, such as tax loss harvesting, maximizing retirement contributions, understanding required minimum distributions, optimizing health insurance accounts, cancelling unused subscriptions, and optimizing interest on savings. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee Democratic lawmakers propose a law to ensure contraception and in-vitro fertilization rights are protected following the state's near-total abortion ban. Chattanooga Times Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The article discusses the significance of offering soup as a gesture of care and connection within communities. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau highlights 12 common holiday scams targeting personal information and money, advising caution and research before engaging with offers. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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Live Music: Randy Steele at Cherry Street Tavern
Randy Steele will perform live at Cherry Street Tavern in Chattanooga, providing an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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Black Creek Holiday Home Tour Benefiting CADAS
The event features a holiday tour of beautifully decorated homes, offering sweet treats, local culinary samples, a silent auction, and support for recovery services provided by CADAS.
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Eucharistic Adoration at Christ Church Episcopal
The event offers a serene opportunity for silent prayer and eucharistic adoration in the presence of the blessed sacrament at Christ Church Episcopal.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
Experience a symphonic journey with music from 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' performed live by an ensemble, featuring compositions by Emmy-Award-winning composer Jeremy Zuckerman.
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Lindsey Stirling Concert
Acclaimed violinist and performer Lindsey Stirling will host a concert at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium, with a portion of ticket sales supporting those in need through her Upside Fund.
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Juvenile & Mannie Fresh Concert
The concert featuring hip-hop artists Juvenile and Mannie Fresh will take place at The Signal in Chattanooga.
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Lookout Mountain Trail Race - Scenic Trail Running Event
Experience the beauty of Lookout Mountain through various distance races including a 50 miler, 18 miler, and 10K, all starting and finishing at Covenant College.
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Home for the Holidays Concert
This festive concert features the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra, the CSO Chorus, and various community groups, along with a special appearance by Santa, while also supporting a local toy drive.
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Moscow Ballet's The Nutcracker
Experience the beloved Christmas ballet 'The Nutcracker' performed by an international all-star cast at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium.
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Holiday Christmas Lights Train Experience
Enjoy a festive 65-minute train ride filled with beautiful holiday lights at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum.
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