04.12.2024

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🧰 Investing in career and technical education

$3.1 million investments proposed for Hamilton County CTE programs

NOOGAtoday | Hamilton County mayor + superintendent

See what these investments could mean for four CTE programming sites. | Photo provided by Hamilton County

Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp recently proposed ~$3.1 million in funding to improve and expand four career and technical education (CTE) programming sites across the county.

CTE programs are educational pathways that prepare students with hands-on knowledge before entering career fields — from health sciences, business, and STEM to law, agriculture, and the arts. The proposed investments would affect six schools and 20 pathways if implemented. Here is where the money could go:

Harrison Bay Future Ready Center | $1.5 million
Funding will create four new classrooms (allowing enrollment to double from 250 to 500 students over the next 3-5 years) and install an elevator for accessibility. Equipment will also be upgraded for advanced manufacturing + architecture and construction pathways to prepare students for the workforce and tools they will encounter.

Note: This center serves students from Central, East Hamilton, and Ooltewah High Schools.

The Howard School | $1 million
The money is slated to install a state-of-the-art ventilation system for the welding classrooms to improve the overall health and safety measures for students and teachers + expand the capacity of students who can participate in the program.

NOOGA.HowardSchool — The Howard School offers technology-based academics.
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East Ridge High School | $500,000
There are plans for updating to industry-standard construction and automotive equipment to make sure students have the proper hands-on training they need in all CTE pathways when they join the workforce.

Hixson High School | $250,000
Introducing Hamilton County Schools’ (HCS) first-ever “pipeline partnership” — the money gives students in CTE programs the opportunity to work with Hamilton County Emergency Medical Service in hands-on training and earn a job with the agency post-graduation.

“The county’s commitment to ensure Southeast Tennessee is future workforce-ready complements the HCS just cause of seeing all students thrive and experience a future without limits,” said Hamilton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson.

The Hamilton County Commission will vote on the proposed funding on Wednesday, April 17.

Events

Friday, April 12

“Ain’t Misbehavin” | Friday, April 12-Sunday, April 14 | Times vary | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $27-$32 | Step back in time with a local production of this Tony Award-winning musical that captures the spirit + tunes of the Harlem Renaissance.
Lenox Hills | Friday, April 12 | 9-11:55 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom, 1501 Long St., Chattanooga | $12-$15 | This Tennessee-based rock quartet with a “raucous yet dynamic sound” will hit the stage with Massey Lane.

Saturday, April 13

BBB Shred Day | Saturday, April 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Coca-Cola Bottling Co., 2111 W. Shepherd Rd., Chattanooga | Free | Drop in to shred documents, recycle e-waste, and safely dispose of unwanted prescription drugs.
Spring Plant Festival | Saturday, April 13-Sunday, April 14 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Creekside Flower Farm, 5549 N. Marble Top Rd., Chickamauga | $0-$5 | Stop by this local flower farm to shop from 50+ plant varieties and vendors while enjoying live music.
Spring Market | Saturday, April 13 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Burlaep Print and Press, 801 E. 11th St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Join this local coffee shop for a market with 20+ local vendors while enjoying food from Street Quesadilla and music.
Crawfish Boil | Saturday, April 13 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Wanderlinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St., Chattanooga | Price of purchase | Get ready for the ultimate Southern feast + dive into over 500 pounds of Louisiana crawfish with the classic fixings.
Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl | Saturday, April 13 | 12-5 p.m. | Locations vary, Chattanooga | $29-$48 | Stroll through the Scenic City while eating tacos and enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials.
Big 9 Music Fest | Saturday, April 13-Sunday, April 14 | Times vary | Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. MLK Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Experience two days of family-friendly fun out on the lawn listening to 10 performers, shopping art, and enjoying local bites.

Sunday, April 14

1001 Voices on Climate Change | Sunday, April 14 | 3-4 p.m. | Pilgrim Congregational Church, UCC, 400 Glenwood Dr., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Join author and climate activist Devi Lockwood for a talk on her travels to 20 countries, followed by a book signing.

Saturday, April 20

4 Bridges Arts Festival | Saturday, April 20-Sunday, April 21 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | $0-$5 | Explore stunning works from 140 artists from around the country + enjoy food trucks, live music, activities for kids, and more.*

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News Notes

Development

In case you missed it, Caption by Hyatt, an upscale and lifestyle hotel, broke ground at 105 W. Main St. Developed by local 3H Group, Inc., the 123-suite hotel will have a 24-hour market, rooftop bar, and meeting spaces + is projected to be complete by early 2026. See the renderings.

Health

In an effort to combat the opioid crisis in Hamilton County, ReVIDA Recovery Centers has opened a facility in nearby Hixson to offer its Medications for Opioid Use Disorder and therapeutic services to the community. Folks can check out the new clinic at 5870 Hwy 153 — appointments are required.

Civic

The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce has appointed Laken Shattuck as its new director of public policy. Shattuck, the former field representative for US Senator Bill Hagerty, will assist the chamber in its governmental affairs + strategies from a local to federal level. (Chattanoogan.com)

Community

The City of Soddy-Daisy and KELCURT Foundation will celebrate the grand opening of its first-ever community garden tomorrow, April 13 at 11 a.m. The 576-sqft garden, located at 10848 Dayton Pk., features 12 full-access beds + two wheelchair-accessible beds. Stay tuned for more details to sprout in a future newsletter.

Featured

The Scenic City has made its way onto Money’s 50 Best Places to Live in the US list. Featured for being a place where “thriving economy meets affordability, diversity, and an exceptional quality of life,” Chattanooga was highlighted for its outdoor scene and more.

Biz

Things are opening over at Hamilton Place. Patrons can now enjoy the Texas Roadhouse and Vintage Stock, a pop-culture memorabilia store, when shopping in the area. Bonus: The mall’s next store MINISO is set to open on Saturday, April 20. (Chattanoogan.com)

Asked

What is your favorite rooftop bar in Chattanooga?

The news of a new hotel with a rooftop bar has us wondering — what is your go-to rooftop spot to view the Scenic City while enjoying a drink?

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Community

🚨 Time to REGROUP

Hamilton County debuts new emergency alert system, REGROUP

HCOEM staff launching their new emergency notification service. REGROUP

Get notified early during emergencies with REGROUP. | Photo via Hamilton County’s Mayor Office

We’re here to alert you all about Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management’s newest platform for sharing news to residents.

Enter: REGROUP, an alert system that will be used to notify the public on various emergencies. Those who sign up will receive mass announcements like active shooter calls, hazmat hazards, missing persons, flooded + closed streets, and shelter-in-place advisements.

REGROUP will send the alert based on the individual’s preference setting — via text, email, or automated calls. The platform is free + open for all to use. Sign up online.

“We are excited to add REGROUP as the latest emergency notification tool to our emergency preparedness infrastructure,” said HCOEM Director Chris Adams. “This emergency alert system will improve Hamilton County’s ability to disseminate critical information and ensure the safety and well-being of our residents.”

The Buy

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The Wrap

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From the editor

73.3%. That’s how many of our readers think that the proposed TVA site is the best option for Chattanooga’s new federal courthouse. Decisions on the site are projected to come through in the fall, so stay tuned.

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