Saturday, December 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A family's home in Tracy City was destroyed on Christmas Eve by a fire, resulting in injuries to the family members and the community rallying to support them. Local 3 News
- ➤ Area 61 Gallery in Chattanooga will permanently close due to high rent costs and the anticipated impact of a future street redesign. Chattanooga Times Free Press
- ➤ Project Gallantly Forward, initiated by founder Lucas Lewis, a U.S. Army veteran, is establishing a retreat in the Tennessee Valley to support veterans and their families in finding community and purpose post-service. Local 3 News
- ➤ A recent Chattanooga Times Free Press survey reveals a decline in church attendance among Hamilton County residents, despite a historically higher participation rate than the national average. Chattanooga Times Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chattanooga Police Department highlights that speeding caused over 6,500 crashes in Tennessee in 2023, urging safer driving habits for 2025. Local 3 News
- ➤ College Drive at Apison Pike is closed for several hours following a collision between a car and a train with no injuries reported. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were charged with assault and drug possession after a multi-vehicle collision in Chattanooga, involving a chase and subsequent arrest. News Channel 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Correction has revised its lethal injection protocol, potentially resuming executions for 46 death row inmates. Chattanooga Times Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee experiences high flu activity with a prediction of another spike after holidays, despite less flu vaccines being administered in Hamilton County. News Channel 9
- ➤ Lenora Barber, a Chattanooga woman, celebrates 15 additional years with her family this holiday season thanks to a life-saving organ transplant she received nearly 15 years ago. Local 3 News
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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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Wednesday Jazz at Barking Legs Theater
Barking Legs Theater hosts a weekly jazz event that features local artists and supports the Chattanooga music community since 2015.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
Experience a magical live concert featuring classic Queen songs performed under candlelight at The Hotel Chalet.
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