🌱 2-Day Volunteer Event + Water System Flushing Program

Hello, hello! I'm here with your Wednesday edition of the Chattanooga Daily, filled with all the local information you need to know right now. Let's dive right in.

First, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 83 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. The United Way Of Greater Chattanooga will be hosting a two-day volunteer initiative on Friday and Saturday. The event will deploy more than 2,000 volunteers throughout the Chattanooga area. This will be the largest volunteer opportunity held in the Tennessee Valley ever. The volunteers will support a variety of service projects submitted to the organization throughout the year. (The Chattanoogan)
2. Tennessee American Water has started its water system flushing program in Chattanooga. The annual program will be flushing local fire hydrants for several minutes throughout the weekdays. Residents may experience a drop in water pressure when the hydrants are flushed. They may also see slight water discoloration. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
3. Chattanooga's Norfolk Southern Railroad employees are monitoring updates on contract negotiations between the country's railroads and unions. If negotiations are not settled, a strike may occur this week. If a strike does occur, there may be nationwide economic consequences. According to the Association of American railroads, a rail shutdown would cost $2 billion in economic output each day. (WTVC)

Today in Chattanooga:

• Evening Acoustic Jam At Miller Plaza Pavilion (6:30 PM)
• Kayak Polo At Stuart Heights Swim Club (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Big Pig BBQ Contest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1 on Chattanooga's Main Street. The contest begins at 10:00 a.m. There will be 20 teams competing and samples will be distributed. (All Events)
• Chattanooga's Oktoberfest will be held on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 at First Horizon Pavilion. Participants are encouraged to wear German-style attire. Mark your calendars. (Chattanooga Market)
• Chattanooga VegFest will be at Coolidge Park on Oct. 15 and Oct. 16. There will be a selection of vegan foods, shopping, live music, and more. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.