🌱 New Chief's Modern Vision + Arrest Made In Armed Robbery Case

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

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and nice. High: 78 Low: 59.

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Here are the top three stories today in Chattanooga:

1. Chattanooga's new police chief, Celeste Murphy, has outlined her vision for the Chattanooga Police Department. The chief reportedly wants to modernize the department while focusing on victims, crime prevention, and the city's increasing overdose issues. She also discussed a program she wants to bring to the department meant to address quality of life issues - the pre-arrest diversion program. (MyFox Chattanooga)
2. Esteemed Hamilton County EMS Training Lieutenant Marita Thatcher retires after serving with the department for 31 years. She has been the department's training lieutenant since 2019 but has retired to spend time with her family. The community wishes Thatcher a happy and healthy retirement. (The Chattanoogan)
3. The Chattanooga Police Department has arrested Abraham Emmanuel Jackson, 49-years-old, in the armed robbery of a Dollar General store. The incident occurred on Mar. 28 with the entire incident being recorded on surveillance cameras. Jackson has been charged with aggravated robbery and aggravated kidnapping after being identified by multiple people through Crime Stoppers. (The Chattanoogan)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• 55+ Friday Club At City of Collegedale Parks and Recreation (5:30 AM)
• Good Friday At City of Chattanooga (8:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Tennessee Humane Animal League shares a video of its second Walking Wednesday. Click to watch. (Facebook)
• How will you be spending National Gardening Day? Click to see the beautiful blooms featured at the Tennessee Aquarium. (Facebook)
• The Chattanooga Public Library has tons of volunteer opportunities for children needing service hours for school, scholarships, and community engagement. (Chattlibrary.com)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday! See you tomorrow for your next 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.