Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A couple's convenience store, offering products from Mexico and Central America, was destroyed in a fire, with losses amounting to approximately half a million dollars, but they remain hopeful and are supported by their community. Local 3 News
- ➤ CARTA in Chattanooga introduces a mobile ticketing system through 'Token Transit', enabling cashless purchase of bus passes for enhanced convenience. Local 3 News
- ➤ The Tivoli Theatre Restoration and Performing Arts Center in Chattanooga is set to begin construction in January 2025, funded by US Bancorp Impact Finance and featuring C-PACE loans for energy efficiency. Local 3 News
- ➤ Crabtree Road will be closed for storm pipe replacement on Dec. 16-17, with detours in place and residential access maintained. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A downtown Chattanooga grocery store was demolished after suffering severe structural damage from an overnight fire and roof collapse, with no injuries reported. Local 3 News
- ➤ An electric vehicle sparked a significant fire at a Chattanooga apartment, marking the city's first major incident of this kind, with extensive damage and efforts by first responders to ensure resident safety. News Channel 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Cunningham was charged with first-degree murder and aggravated robbery after allegedly stabbing a Family Dollar clerk to death in Chattanooga. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 11-year-old Britley Frazier wins the Chattanooga Times Free Press 2024 Wrapping Paper Design Contest with her snow globes artwork. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga City Council member Carol Berz passed away from natural causes on Wednesday, as announced by the city. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Forever Bluegrass Fridays at The Woodshop
Enjoy live bluegrass music every Friday evening at The Woodshop, featuring local and traveling musicians in an intimate setting.
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Adult Education Meeting at Christ Church Episcopal
This event offers a Christian education discussion that can be attended in person or virtually via Zoom.
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