🌱 Chattanooga State's Registration Resort Day + Monkeypox Confirmed

Hello again, everybody. It's Wednesday in Chattanooga and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening locally.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 93 Low: 74.

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. The Nehemiah Project has partnered with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank to distribute backpacks full of school supplies. The collaboration is meant to support Chattanooga area families during the back-to-school season. The backpacks contained rulers, pencils, crayons, glue sticks, a bible, and more. According to the organizations, one in six children in the county suffer from food insecurity. (WTVC)
2. Chattanooga State's Registration Resort Day is this Saturday. The popular event will be from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 4501 Amnicola Highway. The event will feature activities, music, tours, food, and information. The first day of classes is Aug. 15. (Chattanooga Pulse)
3. The Hamilton County Health Department has confirmed three cases of Monkeypox. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the department. Close contacts of the confirmed cases are being alerted. The contagious virus has been sweeping across the country since May. A Monkeypox infection can last up to four weeks. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

Today in Chattanooga:

• Board Of Zoning Appeals At The City Of Chattanooga (10:00 AM)
• Chimpanzee Keeper Chat At The Tennessee Aquarium (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for your next date night restaurant? Check out this list of some of the best Chattanooga restaurants that feature a romantic ambiance. (WATE 6 On Your Side)
• Chattanooga is known for its amazing hamburgers, but which establishment has the best? Click to explore the city's burger scene. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
• Outdoor Chattanooga is hosting a Downtown Kayak Adventure on Aug. 6. The beginner-friendly tour will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the north shore of the Tennessee River. (City of Chattanooga)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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.