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Friday, December 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office emphasizes winter as the peak season for home fires, advising residents on safety practices and offering free smoke alarms through their 'Get Alarmed, Tennessee' program. Local 3 News
- ➤ After a wildfire damaged the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, extensive repairs involving rail ties, cables, and rail are underway with insurance covering costs, aiming for a safe and swift reopening. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Restaurants in the Tennessee Valley, including The Homestead and Golden Bowl Teriyaki, achieved perfect health inspection scores this week, with no establishments receiving failing grades. Local 3 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga firefighters extinguished a fire in outbuildings on Swan Road; the cause is under investigation. Local 3 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tyler Perry's film 'The Six Triple Eight,' highlighting the achievements of the only Black female World War II battalion, debuts in theaters and on Netflix, starring Kerry Washington. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Teamsters union members picketed at the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Chattanooga, part of a nationwide campaign for better labor agreements. News Channel 9
- ➤ Tennessee and four other states receive federal grants to help small and medium-sized automotive manufacturers transition to electric vehicle production, enhancing local manufacturing capacities and job retention. Chattanooga Times Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattanooga's 2025 municipal election ballot finalized, featuring 25 candidates across 10 offices, with a less crowded mayoral race compared to previous years. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Tennessee will pay $735,000 to two hemp businesses after law enforcement mistakenly seized over $1 million worth of their legal hemp as illegal marijuana. Chattanooga Times Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Avian flu, detected in wastewater data from four counties, raises concerns but no human cases confirmed in the region. Chattanooga Times Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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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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An Evening with Sean Dietrich
Sean Dietrich, a columnist and storyteller, shares insights on life in the American South at this engaging event.
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Chattacon 2025: A Celebration of Speculative Fiction
Chattacon offers a weekend of engaging panel discussions, art showcases, and gaming experiences centered around science fiction and fantasy in Chattanooga, TN.
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Athletic Championships: Chattanooga Nationals Cheerleading
The Athletic Championships Chattanooga Nationals 2025 is a two-day cheerleading competition taking place at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
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