🌱 Washed Ashore Exhibit + Free Family-Friendly Summer Concert

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Chattanooga these days.

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First, today's weather:

Heavy rain and a thunderstorm. High: 72 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories in Chattanooga today:

1. The Tennessee Aquarium will be exhibiting an art exhibit made out of recovered plastic debris. The exhibit is appropriately titled "Washed Ashore." The new exhibit will be on display for aquarium guests to enjoy until Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. (Chattanooga Pulse)
2. A family-friendly free concert will be at the Southside Community Park this summer. The concert will be on Saturday, Jun. 25 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The concert will feature local food, retail vendors, a DJ, and a live band. Proceeds from the concert will be used to support the Net Resource Foundation's Leadership for Life program. (The Chattanoogan)
3. The Chattanooga City Council has approved the construction of two apartment complexes. According to the Chamber of Commerce Vice President, housing availability is one of the main factors in increasing the city's job growth. The two new apartment complexes will provide housing for new residents moving to Chattanooga to pursue a job. (WDEF News 12)

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Today in Chattanooga:

• Chattanooga Public Art Commission At City Council Conference Room (1:00 PM)
• Ridgedale Neighborhood Association At 1102 S. Watkins Street (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a fire at 3900 Hooker Road on Wednesday morning. The fire was reported by a bus driver. The department was able to condemn the fire within minutes of arriving. (Facebook)
• The Tennessee Aquarium celebrates World Otter Day. Click to watch the video and plan your next trip to the aquarium. (Facebook)
• The City of Chattanooga is inviting residents to join their local Community Advisory Committees. Click here to apply today. (Twitter)

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

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.