🌱 Comcast Speed Increase + Chattanooga Comic Con

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. Chattanooga's NOVONIX electric vehicle battery production facility has been awarded $150 million in federal grants. The Biden Administration made the announcement on Wednesday. The funds are meant to strengthen the country's supply of critical minerals. The company employs nearly 300 people at its Chattanooga facility. (WTVC)
2. Comcast has announced plans to boost its internet speeds in Chattanooga. The increase will be for the company's popular Xfinity plan and will come at no additional charge for customers. Over 20 million customers across the United States will be affected by the speed increases. Click the following link to review the upgraded speeds. (Subscription: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
3. The Chattanooga Comic Con is scheduled for this weekend. The popular event will feature actors, writers, and artists at the Chattanooga Convention Center on Carter Plaza. Single-day tickets can be purchased for $20 cash only. Click to learn more about Chattanooga Comic Con. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Lookout Comedy Festival At Wanderlinger (7:30 PM)
• Daniel Nunnelee At Barking Legs Theater (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you growing increasingly frustrated with online home listings and are seeking an alternative? Consider the list of four upcoming in-person open houses occurring in the Chattanooga area this weekend. Click the link for the full list which includes times, dates, property dimensions, prices, and photos. (Chattanooga Patch)
• Hamilton County has released its latest arrest report. Click the link to view the full list. (The Chattanoogan)
• Fall is here! Click the link for a list of Fall activities occurring throughout Chattanooga this season. (Visit Chattanooga)

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— 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.