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🥇 Olympic dreams

Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Chattanooga competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
NOOGAtoday | Paris 2024 Summer Olympics
The Paris 2024 Olympics run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11. | Photo by Erin McPherson via 6AM City
Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11.

At this summer’s Olympic Games, approximately 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees will compete across 32 sports — including some new ones. Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up six Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Chattanooga and Tennessee that you should keep your eye on. Let the Games begin.

Rhyne Howard, 3x3 Women’s Basketball
Born in Chattanooga, Howard played college ball at the University of Kentucky + currently plays in the WNBA for the Atlanta Dream (and was the first overall pick in the 2022 draft). Howard earned her spot on Team USA’s small but mighty 3x3 basketball team, which begins competing on Tuesday, July 30.

Olivia Reeves, Weightlifting
The Hixson native + UTC senior was dubbed one of the top 100 athletes to watch at the Summer Olympics after qualifying for Paris as the second-ranked athlete in the women’s 71 kg weight division. Reeves recently took the gold at the IWF World Cup in Phuket, Thailand — setting three American records in the process.

NOOGAtoday | Olivia Reeves

We’ll be cheering on our Olympians (like Olivia Reeves, pictured here) from the Scenic City.

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Photo by Angela Foster via University of Tennessee Chattanooga

Cierra Burdick, 3x3 Women’s Basketball
Burdick, who is originally from Charlotte, NC, has ties to Tennessee having graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2015. She played for UT’s women’s basketball team from 2011 through 2015 + has played five seasons in the WNBA.

Sunny Choi, Breaking
Originally from Cookeville (~1.5 hours from Chattanooga), Choi will compete in one of the new sports in the games, breaking (also known as breakdancing). She is the first Team USA B-Girl to qualify for an Olympic Games.

Alex + Gretchen Walsh, Swimming
This sister duo hailing from Nashville will both represent the country this summer. They each have swam seven collective years in the NCAA, claiming 24 NCAA Championship titles, 24 All-American honors + 14 NCAA records. Between the two, they also hold seven world titles + Alex Walsh took home a Silver Medal in the Tokyo 2020 games.
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Events
Thursday, July 25
  • Nightfall Jazz Cafe | Thursday, July 25 | 6:30-10 p.m. | The Granfalloon, 400 E. Main St., Chattanooga | $12-$25 | Listen to jazz music by Lisa Anita Baker’s house band + guest headlining artist Annie Sellick.
Friday, July 26
  • Nightfall | Friday, July 26 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Miller Park and Plaza, 850 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Grab your chairs and blankets to see performances by Prince T and Off The T.O.P. + enjoy a market and lawn games.
Saturday, July 27
  • Recess: Summer School Party | Saturday, July 27 | 12-4 p.m. | Choo Choo Avenue, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+, RSVP | Enjoy a day party designed to help you meet people, learn new things, and have fun.
  • Bobby Stone Film Series | Saturday, July 27 | 6 p.m. | Walker Theatre, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $11.50-$13.50 | “Shark Week” may be over, but you can still get your fix with this special screening of “Jaws.”
Sunday, July 28
  • Chattanooga Bluegrass | Sunday, July 28 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga | Free+ | Hear two bluegrass performances while you shop this weekend’s market.
  • Sunday Funday | Sunday, July 28 | 1-2 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom, 1501 Long St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Listen to live music on the patio by Danimal + Martelli & Forlines while you enjoy brunch and brews.
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News Notes
Development
  • Happy Valley Farms in nearby Rossville, GA has plans to be revitalized with a focus on historic preservation + agritourism. The 200-acre former farm was established in the late 1930s and previously housed horse breeding and training facilities. Stay tuned for a feature newsletter diving into the revitalization plans. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Outdoors
  • Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is seeking public input for naming its new disc golf course. The course, located at Enterprise South Nature Park, will open to the public on Sunday, Sept. 1. Weigh in with your suggestion via email by tomorrow, July 26.
Open
  • Cesario’s Pizzeria has opened its doors at 321 McFarland Ave. in nearby Rossville, GA. The sister restaurant to River Drifters is “breaking the rules of Neapolitan pizza” with its menu that also features pasta, calzones, and more.
Kids
  • The Chattanooga Library, 423 Chain Breakers + Chattanooga United to Reduce Violence have launched a Nightfall program for kiddos ages 18 and under. Beginning tomorrow, July 26 head to the downtown branch from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. for Link Up at the Library, featuring video game competitions and activities.
Community
  • The Chattanooga Police Department will host a free Drug Awareness Seminar for parents + caretakers on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at the Family Justice Center. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., attendees will learn about preventive measures and resources for support. Register to attend.
Cause
  • The UTC Police Department is partnering with 911 Cell Phone Bank to collect electronic devices for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. Folks can donate items like cell phones, laptops, iPads, iPods + handheld gaming devices in a collection box located in the front lobby of UTCPD. (Chattanoogan.com)
Biz
  • Chattanooga-based company Skytec, which specializes in geospatial + environmental solutions, recently received the Esri Special Achievement in Geographic Information Systems Award. The company was recognized for its collaborative work with International Paper on its ForSite project.
Job
  • TennCare, a program that provides health insurance coverage to low-income individuals across the state, is seeking drivers in Hamilton County and the surrounding areas. Drivers help members by taking them to and from their appointments. Note: You must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
Drink Up
  • Grabbing a coffee or a post-work drink this week? Find a local drink deal and raise a glass to Drink Up Week, our annual celebration of our city’s buzzy beverage industry. Businesses around Chattanooga are offering fun deals — see what’s poppin’.
 
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🛍️ It’s tax-free weekend

Shop tax free in Tennessee this weekend
NOOGAtoday | Hamilton Place Mall
Head to local shopping centers like Hamilton Place Mall for deals this weekend. | Photo by Jason Heymann via Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Start making your shopping lists, because the State of Tennessee’s annual tax-free weekend returns this Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28.

During this holiday, residents can save ~10% on items like clothing, school supplies, and computers by shopping in-store or online. Note: Clothing and school supplies qualify if they are $100 or less + computers (including laptops and tablets) must be priced at $1,500 or less.

Bonus: See the full list of tax-exempt items + non-exempt items.

This is the only sales tax holiday in 2024, so make sure to take advantage of the discounts while you can. Pro tip: We recommend calling stores ahead of time to make sure the items you’re seeking are in stock.
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