🌱 Remembering Garry Mac + Online Lottery For Housing Choice Vouchers

Hi all! Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your Thursday edition of the Chattanooga Patch newsletter, filled with all the local news you need to know right now.

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A.M. rain; clouds, then sun. High: 66 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. Garry Mac, a well-known broadcaster in Chattanooga, passed away on Tuesday night. Mac worked at several local broadcast outlets and was a co-host of a morning show on WGOW. His most popular feature was "media madness," a segment on changes in the Chattanooga broadcasting industry. He was remembered as a curious and talented conversationalist by his colleagues and friends. (Chattanoogan)
2. The Chattanooga Housing Authority is opening a new waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher Program through an online lottery system. Applications can be made through the CHA's website using a smartphone or computer with internet access; assistance and computer access will be available at the CHA office and public libraries for a fee. The lottery will take place on Feb. 9 and results will be posted on Feb. 16. (Chattanoogan)
3. A Chattanoogan and veteran is giving back by developing a directory to support fellow veterans. Melissa Anne, the creator of Veteran Aware, aims to help veterans find career sources and other resources that can be difficult to find. Melissa previously served as an Army medic. (News Channel 9)

Today in Chattanooga:

• Lainey Wilson’s Country With A Flare Tour At The Signal (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Valentine's Day is approaching quickly, and the Tennessee Aquarium is the perfect place to celebrate this special day with your beloved. With its breathtaking views and stunning aquatic life, it is sure to create a romantic and memorable experience. (Tennessee Aquarium)
• Six Chattanooga Fire Department members have been promoted to Senior Firefighter. Congratulations to Matthew Doss, Evan Taylor, Graham Kiser, Drake Terry, Jorge Ramirez and Chad Williams! (Chattanooga Fire Department via Facebook)
• If you’re planning to go boating or fishing in the near future, keep in mind: the Chester Frost Park Boat Ramp at Chickamauga Lake is undergoing major repairs and improvements, and will be closed for 6-8 weeks. (WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! See you tomorrow morning for your next 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.