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Tennessee's slow uptake of recycling is costing the state — in economic opportunity and dwindling landfill space — according to multiple presentations to the state's newly formed Solid Waste Task Force.
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With landfills filling up, Tennessee legislature once again looks at recycling bills | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Tennessee's slow uptake of recycling is costing the state -- in economic opportunity and dwindling landfill space -- according to multiple presentations to the state's newly formed Solid Waste Task Force.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/with-landfills-filling-up-tennessee-legislature/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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RESTAURANT REPORT CARD: The Hamilton County, Catoosa County and Walker County health departments inspect food service establishments twice a year, grading them on a 100-point scale. Here are this week's scores:
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Dishes washed next door, light insect activity: Chattanooga area restaurant inspection reports for week ending Jan. 27, 2025 | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The Hamilton County, Catoosa County and Walker County health departments inspect food service establishments twice a year, grading them on a 100-point scale.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/dishes-washed-next-door-light-insect-activity/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A former Hamilton County teacher found guilty of routinely and systematically sexually assaulting young boys in the privacy of his classroom appeared for his sentencing Wednesday in Hamilton County Criminal Court.
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Former Hamilton County teacher to be sentenced for sex crimes against students | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A former Hamilton County teacher found guilty of routinely and systematically sexually assaulting young boys in the privacy of his classroom appeared for his sentencing Wednesday in Hamilton County Criminal Court.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/28/former-hamilton-county-teacher-to-be-sentenced/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Things to do in the Chattanooga area this weekend include Skillet Curling Tournament and the World of Chocolate Expo.
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Things to do in the Chattanooga area this weekend include Skillet Curling Tournament, World of Chocolate Expo | Chattanooga Times Free Press
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https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/things-to-do-in-the-chattanooga-area-this-weekend/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A growing number of Republicans are distancing themselves from federal immigration operations following the fatal weekend shooting of a 37-year-old nurse by border patrol officers in Minneapolis.
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As criticism of ICE mounts, Carter urges expansion to Georgia | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A growing number of Republicans are distancing themselves from federal immigration operations following the fatal weekend shooting of a 37-year-old nurse by border patrol officers in Minneapolis.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/as-criticism-of-ice-mounts-carter-urges-expansion/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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If the tourist attraction builds a gondola lift and shifts its main entrance to the Chattanooga Valley, thousands of those cars would instead keep going straight down St. Elmo Avenue, the artery of one of Chattanooga's oldest neighborhoods.
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Why Rock City gondola would send more cars down St. Elmo Avenue | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Around 96% of the more than 500,000 annual visitors to Rock City in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, drive down Tennessee Avenue before veering right up Ochs Highway, one of the main roads up the mountain.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/why-rock-city-gondola-would-send-more-cars-down/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Chattanooga's multimillion dollar skate park renovations may get up to an additional $3 million from an anonymous donor.
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Chattanooga skate park project may get up to $3M from anonymous donor | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Chattanooga's multimillion dollar skate park renovations may get up to an additional $3 million from an anonymous donor.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/chattanooga-skate-park-project-may-get-up-to-3m/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Authorities arrested and charged a 17-year-old male with first-degree murder in connection with a Jan. 13 shooting on McCallie Avenue, according to a press release from the Chattanooga Police Department.
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Teen arrested in connection with fatal McCallie Avenue shooting | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Authorities arrested and charged a 17-year-old male with first-degree murder in connection with a Jan. 13 shooting on McCallie Avenue, according to a press release from the Chattanooga Police Department.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/teen-arrested-in-connection-with-fatal-mccallie/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The Chickamauga City Council set the date to consider removing Mayor James C. Deck III.
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Date set for Chickamauga mayor removal proceedings by City Council | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The Chickamauga City Council set the date to consider removing Mayor James C. Deck III. The removal procedures were set in motion at a prior meeting Jan. 13 after three minutes of deliberation.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/date-set-for-chickamauga-mayor-removal/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are joining other members of their caucus in refusing to support the department in the wake of a second fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis.
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Ossoff, Warnock say they will not support Homeland Security funding after shooting in Minnesota | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Georgia's two Democratic senators are joining their colleagues in the U.S. Senate in a pledge to vote against a spending package that includes billions of dollars in funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The senators say they demand civil liberty protections before further funds are appropriated to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/ossoff-warnock-say-they-will-not-support-homeland/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga football program made 20 additions from the transfer portal this offseason, hoping to continue its rebuild after getting decimated with personel losses after the 2024 season.
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Mocs continue to replenish football ranks in recruiting with 20 portal additions | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A season ago, no Football Championship Subdivision team in the country lost as much talent without a coaching change as the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga football program.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/mocs-continue-to-replenish-football-ranks-in/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., made a visit to Chattanooga earlier this month to discuss the relocation of the city's federal courthouse with local government and corporate stakeholders.
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Blackburn convened meeting to discuss courthouse relocation | Chattanooga Times Free Press
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., made a visit to Chattanooga earlier this month to discuss the relocation of the city's federal courthouse with local government and corporate stakeholders.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/blackburn-convened-meeting-to-discuss-courthouse/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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At least three lawsuits have been filed against a Chattanooga Massage Envy franchise since late December, court records showed, and more lawsuits are on the way after a former massage therapist admitted to recording clients inside private session rooms.
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Chattanooga Massage Envy victim afraid illegal videos were shared online, lawsuit says | Chattanooga Times Free Press
At least three lawsuits have been filed against a Chattanooga Massage Envy franchise since late December, court records showed, and more lawsuits are on the way after a former massage therapist admitted to recording clients inside private session rooms.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/chattanooga-massage-envy-victim-afraid-illegal/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Former Chattanooga accountant Jonathan Frost has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges of wire fraud, money laundering and conspiracy to defraud the United States, according to documents in federal court.
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Former Chattanooga accountant Jonathan Frost pleads guilty to federal crimes | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Former accountant Jonathan Frost, who turned a staid Chattanooga bookkeeping business into a flashy social media-driven investment house that collapsed of its own weight, has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges of wire fraud, money laundering and conspiracy to defraud the United States, according to documents in federal court.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/former-chattanooga-accountant-jonathan-frost/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The Tennessee Valley Authority delivered just under 33,000 megawatts of electricity Tuesday morning in a peak for a widespread winter storm that began Saturday, though the peak was lower than expected.
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TVA power peaks below record as outages persist after winter storm | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The Tennessee Valley Authority delivered just under 33,000 megawatts of electricity Tuesday morning in a peak for a widespread winter storm that began Saturday, though the peak was lower than expected.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/tva-power-peaks-below-record-as-outages-persist/#/questions?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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TikTok agreed to settle a landmark social media addiction lawsuit just before the trial kicked off. The social video platform, along with Instagram and YouTube, is facing claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
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TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims | Chattanooga Times Free Press
TikTok agreed to settle a landmark social media addiction lawsuit just before the trial kicked off, the plaintiff’s attorneys confirmed.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/tiktok-settles-as-social-media-giants-face-landmark-trial-over-youth-addiction-claims-tfp/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A Tennessee Republican leader is questioning the FBI director's comments about the legality of carrying a weapon at a protest after federal agents apparently shot a man to death at a Minneapolis protest.
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Tennessee Republican challenges FBI director over gun-carry rights | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A Tennessee Republican leader is questioning the FBI director's comments about the legality of carrying a weapon at a protest after federal agents apparently shot a man to death at a Minneapolis protest.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/tennessee-republican-challenges-fbi-director-over/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Jake Shockey, 36, has been at Wine Down Bistro for five years, but it was only recently that he assumed the role of executive chef.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/meet-the-chef-wine-down-bistros-jake-shockey/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Meet the Chef: Wine Down Bistro’s Jake Shockey likes to bring seasonal spin to menu | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Jake Shockey, 36, has been at Wine Down Bistro for five years, but it was only recently that he assumed the role of executive chef. But that's not where his culinary career began. It all started when he was in his late teens and needed a job.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/27/meet-the-chef-wine-down-bistros-jake-shockey/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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For the owners of the forthcoming establishment, The Spritzeria, in Red Bank, they know that the spritz is really about a way of life.
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The Spritzeria: From Malta to Red Bank | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Aperol, campari, citrus, bubbles, yes, all these things can contribute to a delicious spritz.
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An Alabama House committee Wednesday passed a bill that would implement screen time limits for children under the age of five in licensed child care facilities.
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Alabama House Committee passes bill to limit screen time for young children | Chattanooga Times Free Press
An Alabama House committee Wednesday passed a bill that would implement screen time limits for children under the age of five in licensed child care facilities.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/alabama-house-committee-passes-bill-to-limit/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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ASK A DOCTOR: Is taking a break from alcohol good for my health?
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Ask a Doctor: Even a short break from alcohol can be beneficial | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Q: Is taking a break from alcohol good for my health?
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The director of Alabama Educational Television Commission said he is still waiting for financial information to be used in a decision later this year on renewing with PBS.
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Alabama Public Television waiting on more information to renew PBS contract | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The director of Alabama Educational Television Commission said he is still waiting for financial information to be used in a decision later this year on renewing with PBS.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/alabama-public-television-waiting-on-more/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The head of Georgia's Division of Family and Children Services faced questions from lawmakers Wednesday over the agency's multi-million dollar deficit.
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Agency responsible for child welfare services in Georgia is on track for $48M budget shortfall | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The head of Georgia's Division of Family and Children Services faced questions from lawmakers Wednesday over the agency's multi-million dollar deficit.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/agency-responsible-for-child-welfare-services-in/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A moderate Democrat in Marjorie Taylor Greene's former congressional district in Northwest Georgia is attempting the impossible -- to win.
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Can Shawn Harris muster enough Republican crossover to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene? | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A moderate Democrat in Marjorie Taylor Greene's former congressional district in Northwest Georgia is attempting the impossible -- to win.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/can-shawn-harris-muster-enough-republican/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Further investments by the Volkswagen Group in the U.S. -- including building a new Audi plant in the country -- aren't financially feasible under existing tariffs, CEO Oliver Blume told a German publication.
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Tariffs hamper VW’s plans for U.S. investment, including speculated Audi plant in Chattanooga | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Further investments by the Volkswagen Group in the U.S. -- including building a new Audi plant in the country -- aren't financially feasible under existing tariffs, CEO Oliver Blume told a German publication.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/tariffs-hamper-vws-plans-for-us-investment/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The Tennessee Indigenous Women's Circle held its first event this month, the day before the Iroquois New Year, bringing community members together to share cultural histories and get to know each other during a midwinter social
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New Indigenous women’s nonprofit aims to bring communities together across Tennessee | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The Tennessee Indigenous Women's Circle held its first event this month, the day before the Iroquois New Year, bringing community members together to share cultural histories and get to know each other during a midwinter social.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/new-indigenous-womens-nonprofit-aims-to-bring/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Amanda Sovago-Royal wants a woman to sit on the Hamilton County Commission. So she picked up her papers to run.
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Democrat newcomer running for Baker’s seat on Hamilton County Commission | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Amanda Sovago-Royal wants a woman to sit on the Hamilton County Commission. So she picked up her papers to run.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/democrat-newcomer-running-for-bakers-seat-on/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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President Donald Trump softened his tone Monday on the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, touting productive conversations with the governor and Minneapolis mayor as he sent the border czar to take charge of much of the enforcement effort.
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Trump softens tone on Minnesota immigration crackdown as some federal agents prepare to leave | Chattanooga Times Free Press
President Donald Trump softened his tone Monday on the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, touting productive conversations with the governor and Minneapolis mayor as he sent the border czar to take charge of much of the enforcement effort. Some federal agents were expected to leave as soon as Tuesday.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/trump-softens-tone-on-minnesota-immigration-crackdown-as-some-federal-agents-prepare-to-leave/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Americans are deeply pessimistic about their economic future, driven by financial anxiety among all but the oldest Americans and by a widespread belief that a middle-class lifestyle is out of reach for most people, a New York Times/Siena poll found.
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Voters see a middle-class lifestyle as drifting out of reach, poll finds | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Americans are deeply pessimistic about their economic future, driven by financial anxiety among all but the oldest Americans and by a widespread belief that a middle-class lifestyle is out of reach for most people, a New York Times/Siena poll found.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/voters-see-a-middle-class-lifestyle-as-drifting/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A former Bradley County jail detainee and the county reached an out-of-court agreement after he sued, claiming two corrections officers used excessive force resulting in permanent disfigurement to his lip and teeth, according to court records.
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Bradley County reaches out-of-court agreement in jail-related excessive force lawsuit | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A former Bradley County jail detainee and the county reached an out-of-court agreement after he sued, claiming two corrections officers used excessive force resulting in permanent disfigurement to his lip and teeth, according to court records.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/bradley-county-reaches-out-of-court-agreement-in/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The first Chattanooga-area location of Whataburger is now open in East Ridge. At the former site of Wally's Restaurant at 6521 Ringgold Road, the new Whataburger started serving customers Monday by drive-through only.
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Chattanooga area’s first Whataburger opens in East Ridge | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The first Chattanooga-area location of Whataburger is now open in East Ridge.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/chattanooga-areas-first-whataburger-opens-in-east/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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A Tennessee lawmaker is trying to disqualify some U.S. citizens from a shot at running for federal office, a move likely to face constitutional questions as Republicans target immigrants this session.
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Tennessee Republican bill would limit federal office to natural-born citizens | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A Tennessee lawmaker is trying to disqualify some U.S. citizens from a shot at running for federal office, a move likely to face constitutional questions as Republicans target immigrants this session.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/tennessee-republican-bill-would-limit-federal-office-to-natural-born-citizens/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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In the wake of a massive winter storm that rolled across Tennessee, covering the state with a glaze of ice and leaving hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power, President Donald Trump on Saturday approved a request for emergency aid.
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Trump approves emergency funding for Tennessee winter storm fallout | Chattanooga Times Free Press
In the wake of a massive winter storm that rolled across Tennessee, covering the state with a glaze of ice and leaving hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power, President Donald Trump on Saturday approved a request for emergency aid.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/trump-approves-emergency-funding-for-tennessee/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The Chattanooga Airport had another record-breaking year for travel in 2025, reporting nearly 632,400 boardings. That's up 14% compared to the previous high of 556,900 in 2024.
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Chattanooga Airport hit new passenger record in 2025 | Chattanooga Times Free Press
The Chattanooga Airport had another record-breaking year for travel in 2025, reporting nearly 632,400 boardings. That's up 14% compared to the previous high of 556,900 in 2024.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/chattanooga-airport-hit-new-passenger-record-in/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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Parkridge Health System moved a hearing before the state for its proposed freestanding emergency room in Cleveland to February because of winter weather.
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Parkridge delays state hearing on Cleveland ER for weather | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Parkridge Health System moved a hearing before the state for its proposed freestanding emergency room in Cleveland to February because of winter weather.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/parkridge-delays-state-hearing-on-cleveland-er/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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"It takes a fleet of people across the world to make this happen."
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Cleveland, Tennessee, man worked on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ | Chattanooga Times Free Press
As the credits rolled for "Avatar: Fire and Ash," listing the names of the hundreds of individuals who played a part in the film's creation, at least one name connects the Chattanooga area to the billion-dollar-grossing movie.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/26/cleveland-tennessee-man-worked-on-avatar-fire-and/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The U.S. workweek opened with yet more snow dumping on the Northeast under the tail end of a colossal winter storm. Authorities reported at least 18 weather-related deaths.
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Election season in Georgia is here, with statewide primary elections less than four months away and the campaigning for those contests well underway.
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Fate of ballot QR codes in Georgia unclear as deadline for their removal looms | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Election season in Georgia is here, with statewide primary elections less than four months away and the campaigning for those contests well underway.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/24/fate-of-ballot-qr-codes-in-georgia-unclear-as/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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"This is to help with the flooding, particularly with criminal elements, into our country over the last several years."
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Alabama immigration bill draws criticism at House committee meeting | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A bill that would further allow local law enforcement to assist in immigration enforcement drew criticism from immigrants' rights groups during a public hearing hosted by the Alabama House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/24/alabama-immigration-bill-draws-criticism-at-house/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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"I didn't think I wanted children — until the day I turned 40."
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A Chattanooga-area woman’s unexpected journey to motherhood at 41 | Chattanooga Times Free Press
I didn't think I wanted children -- until the day I turned 40.
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View Chattanooga area weather-related closures in the story below:
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Chattanooga area closures due to inclement weather | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Chattanooga area weather-related closures
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A new carpet has been installed in the Georgia Capitol to start off a new year of legislative sessions.
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Dalton based flooring company installs new carpets in Georgia Capitol | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A new carpet has been installed in the Georgia Capitol to start off a new year of legislative sessions. The carpet was supplied by Shaw Contract, a company based in Dalton, popularly known as the Carpet Capital of the World.
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/jan/25/dalton-based-flooring-company-installs-new/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
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The talk coming out of the 79-73 victory by the Volunteers was Tennessee five-star freshman forward Nate Ament, who scored a season-high 29 points.
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Ament’s increasing comfort level on display more and more for Vols | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Most of the conversation before Saturday's Alabama-Tennessee game centered around Crimson Tide 7-footer Charles Bediako.
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“Please get the truth out about our son. He was a good man.”
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Minneapolis mourns ICU nurse killed by a Border Patrol agent as a warmhearted neighbor and caregiver | Chattanooga Times Free Press
As Minneapolis mourned the intensive care nurse killed by Border Patrol officers in a hail of gunfire, those who knew Alex Pretti came forward Sunday to dispute the narrative of top Trump administration officials that he was a violent “domestic terrorist” and would-be assassin.
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Since 1987, officials have completed 10 projects to modernize or expand locks on the inland waterway system, according to the Waterways Council.
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Fleischmann uses earmarks to make sure funds for Chickamauga lock project keep up with rising costs | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Originally authorized about 20 years ago at a cost of $267 million, the final price tag for replacing the Chickamauga lock has grown to an estimated $1.57 billion, according to an industry organization. That's a nearly sixfold increase.
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“It is a unique storm in the sense that it is so widespread.”
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Ice from winter storm leaves a million customers without power across the South | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A massive winter storm dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S. on Sunday, bringing subzero temperatures and paralyzing air and road traffic. Tree branches and power lines snapped under the weight of ice, and about a million homes and businesses in the Southeast were left without electricity.
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The case is to be tried March 29, 2027, by a jury in U.S. District Judge Travis R. McDonough's court.
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Trial date set in wrongful death suit against Grundy County | Chattanooga Times Free Press
A trial date has been set in 2027 for a federal wrongful death suit filed against Grundy County, Tennessee, and six members of the county Sheriff's Office, according to documents in U.S. District Court in Chattanooga.
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EVENT CALENDAR: Here's what is going on in the Chattanooga area this week.
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Things to do in the Chattanooga area this week include Grunge Fest, ‘Star Wars’ in concert, chocolate expo | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Here's what is going on this week in the Chattanooga area.
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KENNEDY: Do you ever start a sentence like this: "I've got a friend who ... "? It's immaterial how the sentence ends. But, just as a thought exercise, consider: Is this person really my friend or just an acquaintance?
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Kennedy: Don’t be afraid to ask for friendship | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Do you ever start a sentence like this: "I've got a friend who ... "?
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Hamilton County Schools will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26. View other Chattanooga area weather-related closures in the story below.
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Chattanooga area closures due to inclement weather | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Chattanooga area weather-related closures
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