Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PawPaw’s Homeless Ministry in Chattanooga hosted 'Miracle on 11st Street', giving out hot meals, warm clothes, and boxed Christmas dinners to the homeless. Local 3 News
- ➤ The Chattanooga Fire Department is mourning the loss of a firefighter, marking the event by adding a black band to its logo. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 21-year-old died from injuries after a vehicle collision on Highway 153 with ongoing investigation. Chattanooga Times Free Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old Venezuelan man was charged with vehicular homicide among others after a DUI-related crash killed 3 in the East Ridge tunnels. News Channel 9
- ➤ Hamilton County attorney, Alan Norton, who represented the former Chattanooga Police Chief, has been temporarily suspended after being indicted on forgery and criminal simulation charges. Local 3 News
- ➤ Chattanooga Police are investigating gunfire in the vicinity of Brainerd High School after a basketball game, with no injuries or suspects found. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scott Martin is departing as Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors Administrator to become the chief executive of the Fort Monroe Authority in Virginia, after contributing significantly to the city's outdoor spaces. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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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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Gwen Hughes Live Performance
Gwen Hughes will be performing live at The Read House Hotel in Chattanooga on New Year's Eve.
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