Floodwaters caused significant damage to this home. | Photo by Emily Rose Lewis via GoFundMe
It’s been one week since Chattanooga experienced its second-highest rainfall on record. The floodwaters have receded — but the damage remains.
In times like these, it can be hard to know how to help. Here are a few ways to support some of those most affected:
An elderly woman’s home and car were severely damaged after a nearby creek overflowed. Her daughter, Emily Roe Lewis, is raising funds to help cover repairs.
Ivy Academy (8520 Dayton Pike) is collecting emergency supplies Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Boneyard Bar and Oddstory Brewing Co. Central are accepting donations of essentials, nonperishable food, clothing, and bedding during regular business hours through Thursday, Aug. 28.
Cut & Paste Studio (Adults) | 2-3:30 p.m. | Avondale Library | Free | Transform paper scraps into art in this collage workshop for all skill levels.
Don’t Be Bored: Game Night! | 6-10 p.m. | The Dragon Lounge | Free | Play classic board games and video games with others who love it just as much as you do.
Thirst Trap Comedy Night | 8 p.m. | The Woodshop | $15+ | Get ready to laugh as five comedians bring their best to the stage for a nonstop night of comedy.
Page-Turners on the Patio | 7-8:30 p.m. | Riverview Park | Free | Bring your own book, blanket, and picnic for this low-pressure book club in the park.
Thursday, Aug. 21
Paint & Play Kids Art In The Park | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark | Free | Kids can unleash their creativity with rock painting, chalk art, and finger painting at this family event.
Red Bank will develop a multiuse trail system using a $400,000 grant from the Tennessee Department of Health. The three-year project will include trails on Godsey Ridge, parking lots, sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb cuts. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Civic
The historic Medical Arts building on McCallie Avenue is set to be demolished this year because it’s in disrepair and too expensive to restore. Owned by the neighboring First Presbyterian Church, the building could still be saved — Mayor Tim Kelly is urging private investors to step in and preserve the landmark. (Local 3 News)
Closed
Wanna see it?This large sinkhole has shut down Heritage Landing Drive under Veterans Memorial Bridge. (News Channel 9)
Traffic
TDOT will close several Chattanooga-area tunnels overnight this week for cleaning and maintenance. The McCallie and Stringers Ridge tunnels will close Wednesday night, and the Bachman Tubes will close Thursday night. All closures run from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., and detours will be marked. (Chattanoogan)
Open
There’s a new hotel for friends and family to use when they visit you here in Chattanooga. The 184-room Embassy Suites is now open at the corner of Broad Street and South 4th Street downtown. An official grand opening ceremony will happen on Tuesday, Sept. 9. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Fun Fact
When Darde Long started working at the Chattanooga Zoo in 1985, there was only one other employee. Since then, the zoo has grown nearly tenfold under Long’s leadership as president and CEO. The zoo will celebrate her 40 years of service this Thursday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m.
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Where my bakers at? I can tell you where they’ll be on Sunday: the Chattanooga Market at the First Horizon Pavilion. The Market Baketacular is happening Aug. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be filled with local bakers selling their cakes, breads, cookies, and more. Pro tip: Make sure you’re there at 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. to participate in the cake walk.
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