🌱 Low COVID Risk In Hamilton + Chattanoogan Starts Ukraine Fund

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First, today's weather:

Milder with sunshine. High: 64 Low: 40.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. The CDC has officially changed the COVID-19 risk level for Hamilton County to "low." This means individuals only need to wear a mask if they want to, based on their personal preference. Privately owned businesses may still require individuals to wear masks on their property. Health officials advise it is still important to take precautions if you are sick, like wearing a mask and social distancing. (WTVC)
2. Chattanooga native and communications expert Vlada Galan has launched an international Ukrainian Crisis Fund that has garnered the support of Wladimir Klitschko, a former world heavyweight boxing champion and leading Ukrainian sports figure. The International Ukrainian Crisis Fund has officially launched and received tens of thousands of dollars in support of the many people who are leaving Ukraine in search of safe refuge. (The Chattanoogan)
3. Looking for what the local weather will bring to the Chattanooga area this week? You can expect some rain later in the week, but temperatures will be warmer than the weekend. Tuesday and Wednesday both have a high chance of rain. Thursday is expected to have the highest temperatures at 72 degrees. (Chattanooga Patch)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Learn To Ride A Bicycle Class At Outdoor Chattanooga (4:00 PM)
• Chattanooga Organized For Action Meeting At Renaissance Presbyterian Church (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Chattanooga Police Department is asking for the public's help in their investigation of a Mar. 9 incident at 101 N Howell Road, where a pedestrian was struck. (Nextdoor)
• Looking for a new home in Chattanooga? Check out these four local properties that have just been listed for sale. (Chattanooga Patch)
• On Saturday, Mar. 19, the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra First Horizon Foundation Pop Series will present "Broadway Tonight!" at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium.
  Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. performance start at $15 and are available here. (The Chattanoogan)

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— 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.