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Chattanooga Fire Academy graduates 23 cadets after intense training
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A class of 23 cadets will officially graduate from the Chattanooga Fire Department Academy Thursday. In 6 months, CFD says they completed Emergency Medical Technician training and learned about all of the different aspects of the fire service from other highly skilled, veteran firefighters. CFD's Training...
Man wanted in shooting of Tennessee trooper arrested in Caldwell Co.
A suspect in the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper has been arrested in Caldwell County. Kentucky State Police said Blaze Rucker, 29, was an occupant in a vehicle along with another male when, on Friday, a Tennessee trooper conducted a traffic stop on I-40 in Putnam County near the Burgess Falls exit. During the stop, Trooper Adam Cothron was shot, with the vehicle then fleeing the scene.
Scattered showers and storms at times through the week
SAME SONG, DIFFERENT VERSE..... The weather pattern for Tuesday and Wednesday remains the same. Very humid with occasional showers and storms moving through with partly cloudy skies in between. A low threat of widespread severe storms, but be aware of the risk of lightning and excessive runoff. Daily highs in the mid 80s.
Registration OPEN for PAVE/X 2025
Are you all getting as excited as we are for PAVE/X 2025 in Chattanooga, TN? We are happy to announce the registration for the event, to be held January 27th-30th 2025, is NOW OPEN. We can’t wait until you see the updates we’ve made to make year two even BETTER...
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee’s Father of the United Nations
On the anniversary of his death, a reminder of why we should probably all know more about who Cordell Hull was. Plus the local news for July 23, 2024 and a debut album that was years in the works. Credits:. This is a production of Nashville Public Radio. Host/producer: Nina...
Tax-free weekend set for July 26-28
Tennessee’s tax-free weekend returns July 26-28 with savings on clothing and school supplies $100 or less and computers $1,500 or less. Qualifying items may be purchased in-store or online, with more information about qualifying items available online at tntaxholiday.com. “With the start of the school year around the corner,...
Medal of Honor Recipient Larry Taylor Defied Orders and Saved American Lives in Vietnam
The Medal of Honor has been handed out to just over 3,500 servicemen since its inception during the American Civil War. It’s a symbol of gallantry and bravery in the face of danger, and is only presented to the best of the best the US military has among its ranks. On September 5, 2023, retired US Army Capt. Larry Taylor received the honor for the daring rescue of four ground troops amid heavy enemy fire during the Vietnam War.
Tennessee among top U.S. states with people in financial distress, study says. Here's what that means.
Tennessee is among the top five states in the country with the most amount of people in financial distress, a new study from WalletHub shows. According to WalletHub, an account in distress is defined as a credit account that is in forbearance or has its payments delayed, meaning the account holder is...
Private prison operator holds close ties with lawmakers as it sidesteps state law
Flush with donations from CoreCivic, Tennessee’s lawmakers have spent the past three years enacting tough-on-crime policy that could help the state’s private-prison operator in spite of complaints that profiting on the backs of inmates is bad business. Moves to create laws that require teenagers to be tried as adults for certain crimes and remove rewards […] The post Private prison operator holds close ties with lawmakers as it sidesteps state law appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Tucker Wetmore plots debut headling tour: “An absolute dream of mine”
Fast-rising country artist Tucker Wetmore has announced his headlining Waves on a Sunset Tour. The trek kicks off Oct. 4 in Statesboro, Georgia, and will hit Chattanooga, Grand Rapids, Little Rock, Knoxville and more before concluding in Chicago on Nov. 16. “GUYS I’M GOING ON MY FIRST HEADLINE TOUR!!” Tucker...
Parents of Ridgeland senior who died in crash keeping her dream to help children alive
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — It was Kelsey Ownby's dream to help people experiencing homeless in Chattanooga, especially children. Kelsey unexpectedly died in a crash 3 years ago, and now her family continues to keep her dream alive. We surprise the family on this week's Pay It Forward. For her...
The American Cancer Society is gearing up for their annual Gala of Hope event!
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Each year, the American Cancer Society hosts their gala of hope event to raise money for finding the cure to cancer. This event is all about providing hope for all cancer patients. This year's event will be held at The Westin on October 25th. Tickets can...
Help save a life with Blood Assurance today
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Following the widespread tech outage on Friday, July 19th, many organizations and businesses suffered critical delays and issues. Blood Assurance was one of the local organizations impacted, and they need your help!. It takes just a few minutes to save a life by donating blood. The...
Austin Hatcher Foundation: Raise money at the "Hit it for Hatch" fundraiser!
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Austin Hatcher Foundation is closing out their "Hit for Hatch" series with a sand volleyball tournament on July 27th!. This fundraiser is organized entirely by their Teen Ambassadors program. This program allows high school students to get involved and bring more awareness to the Austin Hatcher Foundation mission of helping families dealing with pediatric cancer.
The McMahan Law Firm: Why calling them after you've been injured is so important
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The steps you take following a work-related injury or a car accident are important when it comes to getting the compensation that you deserve. Calling the McMahan Law Firm is one of the first things you should do, because their expert team can help guide you through the entire process.
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