🌱 Short-Term Rental Pause Denied + Lookouts Stadium Approval

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening these days in Chattanooga.

But first, today's weather:

A morning shower in the area. High: 76 Low: 45.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. The Hamilton County Commission has voted against a proposal that would have paused new short-term rentals. The issue is very controversial in Hamilton County. The Chattanooga City Council passed a pause on non-owner occupied short-term vacation rentals in April. The safety of the properties has been debated in both the city and county. (WTVC)
2. A Chattanooga woman has been sentenced to eight years for the drug overdose death of Courtney Partin, 28 years old. Minnie Faye Lynn pleaded guilty to the fentanyl-overdose death that occurred on May 31, 2020. Partin was found at Lynn's apartment. (The Chattanoogan)
3. Tennessee's comptroller has given conditional approval for Chattanooga Lookouts' new stadium plan. According to the comptroller, the stadium is in the "best interest of the state." The comptroller outlined two requirements that must be met by the organization and the city before final approval is granted. The stadium will likely cost $79.4 million to build. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Old Timers Bass Club Fishing Tournament At Chester Frost Park (7:00 AM)
• Passenger Vehicle For Hire Board At Chattanooga City Council Building (3:30 PM)
• Chattanooga Bacon & Barrel Festival 2022 At First Horizon Pavilion (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home or just want to see what’s on the local market? Here are some upcoming in-person open houses occurring in the Chattanooga area. Click for the full list that includes times, dates, property dimensions, prices, and photos. (Chattanooga Patch)
• The Chattanooga Green Prix will begin on Oct. 28. The two-day event is an electrical vehicle race supported by Greater Chattanooga Robotics. Click to learn more. (WTVC)
• Hamilton County has released its latest arrest report. Click to view the full list. (The Chattanoogan)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with 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.