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What to expect this spring
Spring forward with us. | Photo by Lori T. (submitted for our 2023 Picture of the Year contest)
After a mid-March snowfall, we’re all left wondering what weather to expect this season. Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperature and precipitation trends to be on the lookout for.
Reminder: The first day of spring is this Friday, March 20.
Temperature
This spring, Chattanooga has a 33-40% chance of temperatures being higher than last year’s temps.
Precipitation
It’s a toss-up. Chattanooga has equal chances of seeing above-normal or below-normal amounts of precipitation this spring. We’ll err on the side of caution + prepare the umbrellas.
What the rest of March has in store
In Chattanooga, temperatures usually range from the mid-40s to the upper-60s this month. With this change typically comes an average of ~4.5 inches of precipitation.
The I-75/I-24 interchange reconstruction project is nearing completion. According to TDOT, only concrete finishing and a few smaller touch-ups or adjustments remain, with the project scheduled to hit 100% completion in mid-spring. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Coming Soon
Spa and wellness franchise Heights Wellness Retreat is set to open a Chattanooga location on Gunbarrel Road next Thursday, March 26. Expect a range of touchless therapies like red light therapy, infrared sauna, and cryotherapy.
Sports
No fees? Yes please. Through 10 a.m. today, you can purchase single-game Lookouts tickets with no fees. Act fast.
Civic
Friendly reminder: The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming Primary Election is less than a month away (April 6 is the final deadline). Register online.
Cause
Have a pair of shoes that could be reused? Chattanoogans can bring new and gently used shoes to the Chattanooga Convention Center (Chestnut Street side) in a plastic or paper bag tomorrow to donate to Soles4Souls. The event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. (WDEF)
Gallery
We may be talking spring today, but winter hasn’t quite run its course in Chattanooga. Check out these photos of snow in the area from earlier this week. (Chattanoogan)
Finance
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The former Southside Antiques is preparing to open its new location — complete with a new name and branding — this weekend.
Stop by the grand opening of Circa. Chattanooga this Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for storewide discounts, free lunch and drinks, and a space full of antique and vintage goods.
One of the best deals this spring: 60% off a lifetime subscription with Babbel. Whether you’re planning a trip, eager to connect with your community, or simply want to stretch your mind, Babbel can help you speak your desired language out loud in as little as three weeks through just 10 minutes of practice a day.
The Walnut Street Bridge upgrades have me reminiscing on my college days at UTC, when I walked the bridge with two of my friends and we signed our names on its railing. I suppose the new paint job covered up what may have been left of our fading signatures, but I like to believe that they live on underneath.
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