🌱 City's Unemployment Rate Falls + Stormwater Fee Reduction Program

Hello again, neighbors. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Chattanooga Daily, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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First, today's weather:

Sunshine and some clouds. High: 91 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. A collection of community leaders have expressed their support for Chattanooga Police Department's Chief Murphy's decision to reassign 15 officers. The reassignment is due to allegations of misrepresentation or untruthfulness. The placements will be reviewed by an internal committee before being finalized. The review process is separate from any legal action that an officer may take against the city or department. (WTVC)
2. Chattanooga metro's unemployment rate has decreased. The rate is at a seasonal low of 3.7 percent as of last month. The state's lowest rate was recorded in Williamson County - 2.6 percent. Click for the full report issued by the state's Department of Labor and Workforce Development. (Chattanooga Pulse)
3. Chattanooga residents can reduce stormwater fees by reducing runoff from their property. The city is encouraging residents to participate in the NoogaKnox Challenge to reduce the amount of pollutants entering the state's waterways and to reduce the burden placed on Chattanooga's stormwater system. Only 25 Chattanooga residents have been certified through the program. Visit the link to learn how to become certified. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• American White Pelican Keeper Chat At The Tennessee Aquarium (11:30 AM)
• Alton Park Community Market At The Bethlehem Center (12:00 PM)
• Maned Wolf Keeper Chat At The Tennessee Aquarium (3:00 PM)
• Riverfront Nights At Ross's Landing (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Next week is perfect for business networking. Click for a complete list of business events occurring in Chattanooga. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
• Are you in the market for a new best friend? Consider this list of adoption-ready pets in the Chattanooga area that are searching for a forever home. (Chattanooga Patch)
• Have you reserved your Parking Day space? The popular event is scheduled for Sept. 16. (Twitter)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all Monday morning for 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.