🌱 Concern About Chattanooga Bridges + Chattanooga Pastor At C-N

Chattanooga TN

30 January, 2022

5:33 PM

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Good day, neighbors! It's me again, Kayla Harrison, your host of the Chattanooga Daily. First, today's weather: Plenty of sunshine. High: 57 Low: 31. Here are the top 3 stories today in Chattanooga: After a recent bridge collapse in Pittsburgh, citizens are now concerned about Chattanooga's bridges. According to the American Road and Transportation Builder's Association, Hamilton County has four bridges that are among the most traveled structurally deficient bridges in the state. People are calling for the construction industry to be held more accountable. (WTVC) A Chattanooga pastor will kick off Black History Month at Carson-Newman University. Dr. Ternae Jordan Sr., pastor at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church, will present a biblical insight into the role of the Black church as he shares his well-documented experiences. The public event will be Feb. 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will also be live-streamed at cn.edu/live. (TimesNews) Former Tennessee Chief of Police, Anthony Bean, has been found guilty of civil rights offenses. He was convicted for using excessive force against two arrestees while he was a law enforcement officer. Bean's sentencing has been set for June 24, 2022, and he currently faces a maximum penalty for 10 years of imprisonment. (WSMV) From our sponsor: Today's Chattanooga Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Chattanooga: Chattanooga Organized for Action - Renaissance Presbyterian Church (6:00 PM) From my notebook: Friday, Mayor Tim Kelly announced the four finalists in the search for Chattanooga's next Chief of Police. Over the coming weeks, Mayor Kelly and an interview panel of diverse community voices will go in-depth with each candidate to identify the best fit for Chattanooga residents. Learn more about the finalists and the selection process at cha.city/chiefsearch. (Instagram)Making brunch plans this week? NOOGAtoday suggests beloved local bakery, Niedlovs, which recently made the list in Food & Wine Magazine's article on the best bread in every state. (Instagram)Located on the Blue Blazes Trail on Moccasin Bend, the rainbow effect of rainbow swamp is caused by a rare natural phenomenon that happens in shallow waters when decaying plants release natural oils. The oils form a thin layer of film on the surface of the water, and the sun's reflection on the film results in the rainbow coloration. (Instagram) Loving the Chattanooga Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another 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.