🌱 McKamey Center Rescues 'Terrified' Dog + Help For The Homeless

Get on up, Chattanooga! Here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right. Here's what's going on in town today.

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First, today's weather:

An afternoon t-storm or two. High: 66 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. On Monday, a stray dog was found in Chattanooga with tape around her mouth and a twine rope around her neck. The woman who found the dog reported it to the McKamey Animal Center, whose officers "rescued this terrified, small, mixed-breed dog" to remove the tape and check for other injuries. McKamey is offering a $500 reward for anyone with information about the case and the people who may be responsible. (WTVC)
2. Looking to celebrate Black History Month in Chattanooga? Head to Songbirds Guitar & Pop Culture Museum for two exhibits highlighting African-American musicians, as well as the city's music history and role in shaping these artists. Songbirds Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday; adult tickets are $15. (WDEF News 12)
3. Chattanooga will receive $2.9 million in federal American Rescue Plan funding — more than four times the usual amount received each year — to address homelessness and affordable housing in the city. The City plans to use this money on three main priorities: developing and supporting affordable housing, offering tenant-based rental assistance, increasing local service providers. 15% of the funds will be used for administration, as mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. (foxchattanooga.com)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Throwback Thursday - Hunter Museum Of American Art (4:00 PM)
• Sensory Night - Creative Discovery Museum (5:30 PM)
• Teen Night - Hunter Museum Of American Art (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Congratulations to Joshua Edens, acting principal at Orchard Knob Middle School, for receiving the Golden Apple Award! The award is given to educators who are recognized for going above and beyond for their students. (WDEF News 12)
• Explore Chattanooga history without leaving your home! Detailed maps of the city from 1904 are now available online. (The Chattanoogan)
• Smoked meats and fresh tortillas will soon arrive in St. Elmo with the opening of Little Coyote. (The Chattanoogan)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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.