🌱 NCBW Chattanooga's Mardi Gras Ball + Job Opps In Chattanooga

Happy Tuesday, Chattanooga! Let's get this day started off right. Here's what's happening in Chattanooga today.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 65 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW), Chattanooga Chapter will be hosting its annual Mardi Gras Ball on the evening of Mar. 12. The now sold-out event will take place at The Chattanoogan Hotel. The Mardi Gras Ball is one of the NCBW's annual signature fundraisers, with the money raised going toward academic scholarships for Chattanooga's female high school seniors, as well as other community-driven initiatives. If you wish to support the organization's efforts, you can make a donation at ncbw-chattanooga.org. (The Chattanoogan)
2. The Chattanooga Tourism Co. has announced that Susan Harris will be joining the company as Chief Operating Officer on Apr. 18. Harris, who currently serves as president and CEO of See Rock City, Inc., brings 30 years of experience, knowledge, and passion for the travel and tourism industry, according to Chattanooga Tourism Co. CEO Barry White. The company is the official destination marketing organization for Chattanooga and Hamilton County. (The Chattanoogan)
3. Looking for a new job opportunity close to home? Lots of employers in the Chattanooga area are currently hiring for full- and part-time work. Whether you're interested in a role in customer service, business services, sales, truck driving, or something else, there's likely an opening here for you. Check out Patch's latest employment roundup to get the details. (Chattanooga Patch)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• String Theory: Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center on Tour "Magical Schubert" At Hunter Museum of American Art (5:30 PM)
• How To Turn Your Family Story Into A Novel - In-Person Class At The Chattery (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Hunter Museum of American Art recently purchased a significant piece from the American artist Abelardo Morell's iconic and long-running "Camera Obscura" series. Take a look! (Facebook)
• The Tennessee Aquarium invites you to the premiere of Ocean Odyssey 3D with a special presentation by one of the world's foremost oceanographers, Dr. Sylvia Earle! (Facebook)
• Yesterday, one of Tennessee Humane Animal League's Pet Placement Center's most cherished and deserving dogs had her dreams come true by finding her forever home. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up 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.