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More SNAP Benefits + National Dental Hygiene Month + Gun Safety

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Happy Thursday, people of Chattanooga! Here's what's happening in town today.


First, today's weather:

Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 78 Low: 68.


Here are the top stories today in Chattanooga:

  1. Chattanooga State College is celebrating National Dental Hygiene Month this month with some free services! Student dental hygienists will be providing free services including cleanings and x-rays for children. Call (423) 697-4444 for more information and to set up your appointment today! (Chattanooga Pulse)
  2. The executive director of the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera has announced their resignation. This has prompted a nationwide search for a replacement. (The Chattanoogan)
  3. Chattanooga city and Hamilton County leaders are planning to meet with the community to discuss some solutions to end gun violence. (WRCB-TV)
  4. Chattanooga used car prices have skyrocketed in the past year. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
  5. Many families in Chattanooga are now getting more SNAP benefits as of this week. (WTVC)



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Today in Chattanooga:

  • Beer & Wrecker Board Meeting (Virtual) (9:00 AM)
  • Throwback Thursday at Hunter Museum of American Art (4:00 PM)
  • Sensory Night at Creative Discovery Museum (5:30 PM)
  • Chattanooga Bike and Brew Tour (5:30 PM)
  • Fireside at the Greenway Music Series (7:00 PM)


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Lyndsay Kendall Oxley (she/her)

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