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Give blood, get free testing
Right now, donating blood can help others and yourself. | Photo provided by Goodlabs
Blood supplies are running low, and Chattanooga donors are being offered some pretty compelling reasons to help out.
Blood Assurance
Starting Friday, May 1, donors who give blood at Blood Assurance’s downtown location (705 E. 4th St.) can get free comprehensive lab testing through Goodlabs.
The testing includes common panels like metabolic, lipid, hormone, and kidney function — services that typically cost up to $500 out of pocket. Results come with easy-to-understand explanations, giving donors a snapshot of their overall health.
If you’re interested, book an appointment online. After you donate, you’ll get a text when your results are ready, and you’ll be able to see them on the Goodlabs website.
The goal: boost the local blood supply while giving donors some preventative health insights. Not a bad trade-off. Blood Assurance says the most-needed blood types right now are O-positive, O-negative, and B-negative.
Starting May 4, all of Chattanooga’s recycling and refuse centers will be closed on Mondays. The city says the extra day will allow crews to handle maintenance and make improvements to better serve residents. (News Channel 9)
Traffic
There are lots of road closures that could impact your ability to get around town over the next several days. Give them a quick look before you head out the door. (WDEF)
Number
$5 million. That’s how much the Chattanooga Zoo is set to receive in state funding to build a new veterinary hospital and relocate its education center. Plans call for demolishing the current education space to make way for the hospital and moving the education center to another location. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Show
If you’re an improv fan or Red Bank resident, you’re gonna love this. Improv Chattanooga is putting on a show at The Chattery this Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m., and it all revolves around Mayor Stefanie Dalton. Grab tickets and get ready to laugh.
Asked
We recently asked which Broadway show you’re most excited to see in Chattanooga in 2027. As of Wednesday afternoon, “Waitress,” “Beetlejuice,” and “Beauty and the Beast” were tied. Haven’t voted yet? Now’s your chance.
Try This
Anna Safley Houston, one of Chattanooga’s most fascinating historical figures, would be 148 this month. The Houston Museum of Decorative Arts is having a birthday celebration at Pedestrian Wine & Cheese on Monday, April 27, 5-7 p.m., with complimentary pairings inspired by Anna’s collection. RSVP online.
Pro Tip
Every Thursday, lululemon adds new markdowns to its We Made Too Much section. Read: Deals, on deals, on deals. We’re eyeing this breathable short sleeve tee that’s perfect for warm-weather workouts, or this cropped legging that’s a great price for lululemon leggings.*
The Buy
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Inhale. Exhale. April is Stress Awareness Month — aka your sign to slow down a bit. With perfect weather today and tomorrow (aside from the pollen), we suggest you take a walk along the Tennessee Riverwalk or do a lap around your favorite local park to reduce stress while boosting mental and physical health.
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