October 2, 2024

Today’s Forecast

82º | 8% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:37 a.m. | Sunset 7:22 p.m.

Waves of relief across Chattanooga

A road that has been destroyed by a storm showing flood water and broken guard rails

Here are ways we can support our neighboring communities during this natural disaster. | Photo via @NCDOT

Chattanooga businesses are coming together to offer support for those affected by Hurricane Helene’s path as it’s caused historical destruction across the Southeast. Here are seven ways for you to help other communities.

Operation Good Neighbor | Bring water, diapers, non-perishable food items, or monetary donations to Food City locations in Ringgold, Hixson + Cleveland by today, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. to help Asheville, NC.

YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga | Today, Oct. 2, is the last day to donate bottled water, batteries, portable phone chargers, flashlights, etc. to your local branch, helping Erwin residents.

Asheville Dispensary | Drop off bottled water, hygiene + baby supplies, clothes, etc. by Friday, Oct. 4 to help Asheville, NC.

ChattState | Take bottled water to the athletics parking lot by tomorrow, Oct. 3 to help Northeast Tennessee residents.

A city area flooded with water coming up to the roof tops. — Donations will help one of our sister cities, AVLtoday.
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Photo via AVLtoday

Mad Priest Coffee Roasters | Bring non-perishable food items to the Broad Street location by Saturday, Oct. 5 to help East Tennesseans — bonus: Get a free coffee.

The Meeting House | Donations of hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and checks can be dropped off by Friday, Oct. 4 to help Tennessee + North Carolina residents.

Gearhead Outfitters (formerly Rock/Creek) | Donate fuel, batteries, waters, first aid kits, blankets, etc. to all locations by Saturday, Oct. 5 to help Ashevillians + nearby communities.

Events

Wednesday, Oct. 2

Nurse Blake | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 7 p.m. | Walker Theatre | $59+ | See this nurse with a passion for comedy take the stage in the Scenic City on his “Shock Advised Tour.”

Thursday, Oct. 3

“Taxes Have Consequences: An Income Tax History of the US” | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | UTC | University Center, Tennessee Room | Free, RSVP | Explore US tax policy expert Dr. Arthur B. Laffer, who served on President Reagan’s Economic Policy Advisory Board in the 1980s.
Dread Hollow College Night | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Dread Hollow | $17 | Bring a valid college student ID for a discount into the vengeful frights.

Friday, Oct. 4

“Records of Removal: Ration Books from the Trail of Tears” | Friday, Oct. 4 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Downtown Branch, Chattanooga Public Library | Free | Come out for the opening reception of this exhibit that features log books from Cherokee and Muscogee families in the 1830s.
Scenic City Shakespeare in the Park | Friday, Oct. 4-Saturday, Oct. 5 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Greenway Farm Park, Hixson | Free+, RSVP | Bring your chairs and blankets for a local production of the bewitching tragedy of “Macbeth” under the stars.
Campfire Concert featuring Funk You | Friday, Oct. 4 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Reflection Riding | $30+ | Enjoy an evening of family-friendly fun with live music, free beer + s’mores, and food from Street Quesadilla. Kiddos 12 and under are free.*

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News Notes

Cause

Speaking of Hurricane Helene relief — BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross. Funds will support relief efforts in northeast Tennessee and western North Carolina.

Civic

The League of Women Voters of Chattanooga will host a candidate meet and greet — think: Tennessee State Senate + House of Representatives — on Thursday, Oct. 10 at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Pro tip: The deadline to register to vote is Monday, Oct. 7.

Development

Wise Construction has plans to turn a vacant church into 30 apartment units near UTC’s campus. The project will utilize the 103-year-old structure as is by incorporating the brick and stained glass + only changing the front wall with white columns. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Shop

It’s time to shop til’ you drop. Statemint Chattanooga is hosting a pop-up consignment sale now through Saturday, Oct. 5 at MAC Avenue Events. Bonus: Everything is half-off on the last day.

Health

Fall’s one caveat? Flu season. Get ahead of it by visiting one of the Hamilton County Health Department’s facilities for a flu shot — no appointment needed. Each location will offer the vaccine, a high-dose vaccine for those 65 and older + an egg-free vaccine for those with an allergy.

Holiday

Sundown tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Communities who observe this holiday typically enjoy apples and honey in hopes of having a sweet new year. The celebration runs until sundown on Friday, Oct. 4. Shana Tova.

Health

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Wellness

Upgrade your morning cup of joe when you switch to VitaCup’s Genius Coffee. It’s infused with vitamins and minerals that support all-day energy + focus. Try it in coffee pods.*

Culture

Picture this on a Chattanooga postcard

If one thing’s for sure, it’s that Chattanooga loves its bridges. | Photo by @stevenbeardenphoto

We’ve all been there: Someone’s trying to give you directions by describing 10 lefts, 20 rights, and a jumble of cardinal directions. Isn’t it easier to just point out a landmark? Next time, try one of these:

Lookout Mountain
Address: 1720 S. Scenic Hwy.
Nearby: Ruby Falls, Rock City, Incline Railway

If you ever get confused about what mountain is which, remember Lookout Mountain has a distinctive point and slope. The landmark has endless historical significance, including a major Civil War battle. Fun fact: Johnny Cash even crooned about the natural feature.

The Dome Building
Address: 736 Georgia Ave.
Nearby: Memorial Auditorium, Flatiron Heights, Old Stone Church Tower

This Romanesque Revival-style building acts as one of the Scenic City’s defining skyline buildings. Built in 1892 as the tallest building of its time, you’ll notice features like gilded, copper cupola above the six-story turret on the southwest corner.

What did we miss? If you know a landmark that’s not on the list, let us know.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Haley

From the editor

I am so happy it’s October, and I think I’m gonna have to celebrate by stopping by Unknown Caller’s month-long Harry Potter World pop-up. Especially after the recent news of the iconic Maggie Smith passing.

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