🌱 Police Chief Talks Department Plans + Mardi Gras Ball Fundraiser

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. Chattanooga Police Chief Celeste Murphy spoke about her plans to review her police department's use of force policy in light of the recent death of Tyre Nicols. Murphy addressed a group of community members during a town hall meeting on Monday evening at the Greater Community Church of Chattanooga. Attendees also had the opportunity to ask Murphy questions regarding department policies and other related issues. (Subscription: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
2. The Chattanooga Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women will be hosting its annual fundraiser, the Mardi Gras Ball, on Sunday, Mar. 4. The event will take place at the Chattanooga Convention Center starting at 6:45 p.m. It will enable the organization in its efforts to improve the community, such as by providing scholarships to female high school seniors. (Chattanooga Pulse)
3. Two students at the University of Tennesee at Chattanooga are working on developing an app that would connect students who don't want to clean with those who wouldn't mind cleaning to earn extra money. The students are surveying their peers to get an idea of the market and potential features of College Cleaners, the app's name. (Chattanooga Pulse)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• February Lunch & Learn: Green & Healthy Homes At Green | Spaces (12:00 PM)
• Valentine's Day Cupcake Decorating At Joli Jardin (6:30 PM)
• Wednesday Paint And Sip At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're on the hunt for a new home, this one's for you! Here's a roundup of recent listings and upcoming open houses in the Chattanooga area, including a four-bedroom, four-bathroom brick home for $759,000. (Chattanooga Patch)
• View the beautiful fine art images from the Photographic Society of Chattanooga at the new winter show! The opening reception will be at the Gallery at Blackwell on Feb. 10 from 6-8:30 p.m. (Chattanooga Pulse)
• Are you looking for ideas for food, drink, and activities for the perfect Valentine's Day? Check out this rundown of ideas on how to spend the ideal Valentine's Day in Chattanooga at local places and events! (The University Echo)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you soon with another update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager 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.