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Greetings Chattanooga! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $27 million rebuild will change Chattanooga's police headquarters
  • How Chattanooga is stepping up for domestic violence survivors this month
  • How an 18‑month riverfront shutdown could reshape Chattanooga's biggest events

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, James W.!

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 84 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Chattanooga city council backs $27 million plan to rebuild, expand former police HQ (newschannel9.com) — Chattanooga is moving ahead with a nearly $27 million rebuild and expansion of the former police headquarters on Amnicola Highway to fix severe, long-term mold problems that have sickened staff. Funded from the city's reserves, the project will reuse the existing foundation, add new space, and keeps the public lobby closed for now while remediation continues.
   

2. Council Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness (wdef.com) — Chattanooga City Council has officially proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, spotlighting the Family Justice Center's role in helping local survivors. Leaders shared that more than 1,388 domestic violence cases have been reported this year and emphasized coordinated support from police, courts, health providers, and advocates. Residents are encouraged to recognize abuse in all forms and support survivor-focused services.
   

3. McCamish Says River City Plan To Shut Down Riverfront 18 Months Causing Major Problems; Emily Mack Responds (chattanoogan.com) — Chattanooga's Ross's Landing riverfront is slated for an 18‑month closure for a $50‑million-plus makeover, worrying organizers of Riverfront Nights, Head of the Hooch, and IRONMAN about lost access and economic impact. River City Company's Emily Mack says years of public input shaped the plan, full closure is cheaper and faster than phasing, and promises improved infrastructure, restrooms, and preserved parking lots through at least 2030.
   

4. Chattanooga Police remind public that move over law includes tow trucks after driver breaks both legs in disturbing video (newsbreak.com) — A tow truck driver was seriously injured on I-24 in Chattanooga last week when a passing car struck him as he worked on the roadside, breaking both his legs, both feet, and a hand. Chattanooga Police are using the disturbing dash-cam video to remind local drivers that Tennessee's move over law also protects tow trucks, not just police and emergency vehicles.
   

5. TN Lottery Mega Millions, Cash 3 Morning winning numbers for Oct. 6, 2026 (tennessean.com subscription) — If you bought a Tennessee Lottery ticket in Chattanooga, you can check the Oct. 6 winning numbers here and, for larger prizes, claim them at the Gunbarrel Road district office. The article lists all the day's winning combinations plus step‑by‑step instructions for mailing or bringing in winning tickets. Office hours and prize limits are clearly outlined for local winners.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Tito, a dog who went missing in Chattanooga, TN, has been safely reunited with their family after 18 hours, 52 minutes. Message from Owner: "My… (Nextdoor Hilltop)
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    This is our cat Nikki. We live in the Bella Vista neighborhood. He is an indoor/outdoor cat and oddly we haven't seen him in several days. Note: I… (Nextdoor Bella Vista)
  • USAuto Sales posted a job opening for Porter in Chattanooga. Apply here.
  • BoxLunch / Hot Topic posted a job opening for Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2 in Chattanooga. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chattanooga here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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