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Good morning Chattanooga! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How one suspect allegedly hit a Chattanooga Walmart seven times
  • How one 211 call taker is quietly changing lives in Chattanooga
  • Which local leaders had the most quotable lines this week?

Also on today's calendar: Collegedale Christmas Parade Returns December 14 and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Sunday: Sunny, brisk and much colder, with a high of 35 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Sunny and not as cold, temps: high: 42, low: 26.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 56 and low of 33 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man accused of serial robbery at a Chattanooga Walmart now faces charges (newschannel9.com) — Chattanooga police say a man is charged after security footage linked him to a series of overnight burglaries at the Walmart on Cummings Highway, where more than $4,000 in merchandise was taken. According to an affidavit, the suspect allegedly entered through the Garden Center multiple times in November, damaging store property before being arrested on several felony burglary counts.
   

2. United Way 211 call taker finds purpose in helping others (timesfreepress.com) — A Chattanooga 211 call taker is helping more neighbors than ever navigate food, utility, and financial struggles, especially after increased need this holiday season. Working for United Way of Chattanooga while finishing a degree at UTC, she connects callers with resources like the Ochs Community Fund, which Times Free Press readers helped boost with over $50,000 in donations. Residents needing short-term help can call 211 on weekdays.
   

3. ‘It just needs to be a little bit better, and we're getting there,' and other notable quotes from a week of Chattanooga area news (timesfreepress.com) — A week of Chattanooga-area news is captured through memorable quotes, from Mayor Tim Kelly’s thoughts on improving the airport to residents’ concerns about traffic, planning, and new hospitals. Voices range from small-business owners and union workers to judges and regional officials, offering a snapshot of issues shaping daily life around Chattanooga.
   

4. Eleven Mocs Earn Degrees At Mid-Year Graduation Exercises (chattanoogan.com) — New UTC Mocs graduates are celebrating mid-year commencement in Chattanooga, with 11 student-athletes earning degrees across six programs. Football led the way with five graduates, and two athletes received Latin honors. The ceremony at the Roundhouse highlighted their academic achievements and ongoing ties to the Chattanooga community.
   

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