🌱 'Deeper Dives' Aquarium Tours + Food Waste Awareness Week

Rise and shine, Chattanooga! Here's everything you need to know to get this Saturday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 58 Low: 39.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. Guests of the Tennessee Aquarium can now enjoy a behind-the-scenes look with the launch of the facility's new Deeper Dives guided tours. The experience takes groups of up to eight people on an immersive adventure, showing the people and places in the Aquarium rarely seen by visitors. Tours kick off on Mar. 24 are offered weekly on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mornings; tickets are $40 for members and $85 for non-members. (Chattanooga Pulse)
2. From Apr. 4-Apr. 9, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and its partnering agencies will host the state's first Food Waste Awareness Week. The week will offer tips and resources for reducing food waste, as well as a statewide food drive. It will culminate with End Food Waste TN events at local breweries in Chattanooga, Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. (Chattanooga Pulse)
3. If you're thinking about adding a new furry friend to your family, take a look at these adorable pets available in Chattanooga shelters. Whether you're seeking a dog, a cat, or a hamster, there's sure to be a perfect pet for every household. Visit the link to view all available animals and adoption details. (Chattanooga Patch)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Get Fit With Greg Family Fun Day - River City Company (9:00 AM)
• Learn To Skateboard - City of Chattanooga (9:30 AM)
• Chattanooga River Market - Chattanooga River Market (10:00 AM)
• Kolby Cooper Ft: James Tucker - The Signal (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Chattanooga State Humanities Department's Writers@Work program will welcome Pulitzer Prize-finalist Karen Russell to Chattanooga for a celebration of her short story collection, "Orange World." (Chattanooga Pulse)
• Here's what's happening at the Chattanooga Chamber Of Commerce from Mar. 21-Mar. 25. (The Chattanoogan)
• Head over to Area 61 Gallery today to enjoy a live clay sculpting demonstration by local artist Bob Fazio. (The Chattanoogan)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.