Author: Kim Carson

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“The 1890s Jamboree” is coming back, this Memorial Day Weekend. The hours will be from 6pm-10pm this Friday night the 28th, and from 9am until 10pm this Saturday the 29th, in downtown Ringgold! Golfer Phil Mickelson made golfing history, when…

A Look at Local

   The largest Mega-Millions Jackpot ever won, on a single ticket, was $1.5 billion  dollars, in 2018. The second-biggest was $1 billion dollars, won earlier this year with a ticket that had been purchased in Wisconsin.     It was this week…

Can you see the Optical Illusion?

A photo of a little girl who appears to be buried up to her waist in CONCRETE is making the rounds online. And it's not photoshopped. But don't worry, she's fine. Can you spot the optical illusion?      

Spot the International Space Station

You can see the International Space station tonight!  Here is the exact time and location! Isn't it cool that we arranged for it to happen at 923????????  Yeah.... the power of Sunny 923...... ha!!!!! Fri May 14, 9:23 PM 6…

The Local Scoop: Let’s Talk Gasoline!

How are you responding to the temporary gas shortage?  We are taking callers from around the area and want to hear from you.  So far we have been talking to local gas haulers, school bus owner operators and frustrated listeners…

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Kennedy 25283 Kennedy is a handsome Russian Blue mix and is around 7 years old. He is the sweetest purring machine you will ever meet. He loves head scratches, back scratches, chin scratches, belly scratches, and after that a couple…

The Local Scoop

The Ironman 70.3 needs volunteers for May 23rd. Visit Ironman.com/volunteer, and click “Chattanooga”, if you would like to help.     The Tennessee Titans will reveal their 2021 football schedule, on May 12th (this Wednesday). The NFL has added one extra game…

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Elton 25927 Oh, my goodness, does this guy have a great smile and the cutest ears! Elton is a 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix, and he is ready for his forever home. Elton seems to enjoy playing with toys, especially…

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Beau 25153 Beau is a sweet and happy 4-year-old hound/boxer mix that really just wants to make you happy! He has many interests such as being petted, showing you how fast he can run around in the grass (especially when…

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Millie 24953 Millie is an adorable petite 9-year-old kitty. She may be a senior and a bit shy, but that doesn't mean she doesn't have a wonderful personality. Millie is fun-loving and absolutely loves playing with her toys. She will…

The Local Scoop

                                  This Saturday April 17th, you can help “Keep Soddy Daisy Beautiful”, with their Litter Clean-up Event.  The event will start at Sequoyah High School at 9am this Saturday. Bring some gloves and trash bags and get to work! This…

The Local Scoop

 The Masters Tournament begins this Thursday April 8th, and continues through Sunday, at Augusta National (Dustin Johnson is favored to win).     The word "strengths" is the longest word in the English language with only one vowel. Which two words have…

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Almond 25562 This handsome little fluff is Almond, a 1.5-year-old long-haired white and brown tabby. Almond knows he's a handsome boy and can typically be found lounging around, waiting for his admirers to visit him. He seems to get along…

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Some movie theatres are re-opening, and “Godzilla vs. Kong” was huge over the weekend. Final numbers are in, and “Godzilla vs. Kong” made $48 million dollars at the box office, over the long Easter weekend.  The “Friends” Reunion Special is…

The Local Scoop

 Beginning April 9th, the Tivoli Theatre will offer limited, in-person movies again - it’s been a year.   Your health and safety will still be their #1 focus. Tickets start at $12; visit TivoliChattanooga.com for information and tickets.       You’re invited…

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The Tennessee Titans will hold cheerleading auditions, April 25th at Nissan Stadium. For more info, visit TennesseeTitans.com/cheerleaders Blood Assurance is in critical need of O negative and O positive blood. Can you donate this week? It takes about an hour.…

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Elgar 24979 Elgar is a handsome guy with a great smile. He is a 4-year-old Lab mix. Elgar is a little shy at first meeting, but he warms up quickly. He is sweet, gentle, and loving. He enjoys being in…

The Local Scoop

    Favorite Easter treats? In Tennessee, it’s Starburst Jelly Beans;  in Alabama, you love Chocolate Bunnies the most; and in North Carolina, YOU love peeps         7 new E-Labs will be up and running at Hamilton County elementary schools, by August. An…

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Ace 35044 Ace is a 2.5-year-old, 70-pound terrier mix who is sure to win your heart with his cute face and sweet personality. Ace enjoys a variety of activities including going for car rides, going for walks, and snuggling. Ace…

Road Closures and Flooding

As of 7am Thursday morning A landslide happened on the East Ridge side of the Bachman Tunnel on Ringgold Road. Closed: Spring Creek Rd near Parkridge East Camp Jordan Pkwy @ Bass Pro Dr Provience Rd @ Airport Rd Ringgold…

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Griff 24289 Griff is a 4-year-old English Chocolate Lab. He is a big hunk of a dog, weighing in at 103 pounds! He's also a very smart boy and has already learned several basic obedience commands. He's currently working on…

Oscar Nominations

Best Picture The Father Judas and the Black Messiah Mank Minari Nomadland Promising Young Woman Sound of Metal The Trial of the Chicago 7 Best Directing Thomas Vinterberg, Another Round David Fincher, Mank Lee Isaac Chung, Minari Chloe Zhao, Nomadland…

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Vlad 23304 Vlad is our featured foster pet. Even though he is 8 years old, he still has plenty of energy when it is time to play. Mostly, though, he lives for snuggles. He is smart, trainable, and wants nothing…

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Famon 23041 Famon is a super sweet boy who has HUGE purrrr! He's a gorgeous orange tabby and is about 3 years old. While Famon may not be the kind of guy to run up to you when you walk…

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Help a Local Fireman’s Family

The Chattanooga Fire Department and other local public safety agencies are doing what they can to help a fellow first responder and his family. Battalion Chief David Thompson Jr.’s daughter, Makayla, 22, has special needs. Her family is attempting to buy…

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Mags A-6592 Mags is one super-cute Pit mix. She's about 5 years old, but you wouldn't know it judging from how playful and bouncy she is. When Mags gets to be with her favorite people or do her favorite things,…

Stress Eat on Election Day

Election Day may be a stressful or emotional time for many, and a bunch of fast-food chains are stepping up with free comfort food to help you cope. Are these deals little more than gimmicks to get you in the…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots

The Chattanooga Ballet will stage socially distanced, outdoor concerts on Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th at 5pm in White Oak Park, 798 Ben Miller Parkway, Red Bank, TN 37415. Ballet in the Park will be FREE but with…

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Here’s another way to help a local Breast Cancer non-profit raise some money. This Saturday the 24th, starting at 12noon, take part in a fun Darts & Pool tournament, at the VFW on Lee Highway. It’s kid-friendly, $10 entry fee…

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Elsa 41725379 Elsa is one beautiful girl with white fur and pale-yellow eyes. She looks like she belongs in the movie Frozen. Elsa is friendly with people, though she can be very shy at first meetings. Sometimes when she gets…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots

Boo In The Zoo The Chattanooga Zoo’s Boo in the Zoo event will feature timed ticket entries for safety, a costume contest, scavenger hunt, candy stations, and more. ,Oct. 16 + Sat., Oct. 17 4-8 p.m. 301 N Holtzclaw Ave.…

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Ice Man 45361962 Ice Man is one of our sweet seniors. He's a 10-year-old Pit mix all the way from Louisiana. Ice Man is just about as cool and chill as his name implies. Whether he's going for walks, getting…

Movie’s that are still going to be released this year

Disney just announced that the new Pixar movie, "Soul", will skip a theatrical release and go straight to Disney+ on Christmas Day.  Free to subscribers, by the way.  They're not charging extra like they did with "Mulan". But several movies…

Chattanooga Live Music

Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music weekend events. Check CLM Facebook schedule page for details of each event. Reminder - mask on during entry and social distancing required. 7-Oct 2RB - Raul Enrique / Neff Luciano - El Toril…

Goodbye Eddie Van Halen

VAN HALEN guitarist EDDIE VAN HALEN died yesterday, after what his son WOLFGANG called a "long and arduous battle with cancer."  He was 65. Wolfie added, quote, "He was the best father I could ask for.  Every moment I've shared with him on…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots

Autumn Children’s Fest The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga hosts an Annual Autumn Children's Festival every year. However, this year it is a virtual event from September 29 – October 3, there will be online fun, family-friendly activities…

Six Things To Look Forward to in October

.  Halloween candy.  A new report found spending is way up compared to last year.  And you won't have as many trick-or-treaters.  So a lot of that candy is up for grabs. 2.  Lots of sports:  The NFL season continues. …

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Delaney 45170914 Isn't Delaney just an adorable, fluffy girl? Don't you just want to take her home today and love her? Delaney would love to find her forever family and get out of the shelter. She's still a young gal,…

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        The Tennessee Titans will allow fans to be in Nissan Stadium during home games.  October 4th, about 10% will be allowed;  October 11th about 12.5% capacity will be allowed; and October 18th about 15% capacity will…

Enjoy your weekend!

       (As of Wed. Sept. 30th at 12noon)   The Tennessee Titans/Pittsburgh Steelers game that was going to be played this Sunday, October 4th,  has been postponed, due to a high number of positive Covid-19 results at the Titans camp. The…

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In the NBA, the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers will meet in the Western Conference Finals, for the first time since 2009. The games begin this weekend. / The Atlanta Braves are at The Mets this Friday, Saturday,…

Are you eligible?

A 2017 breach of personal information has Equifax setting aside $425 million to financially compensate their customers. 147 million affected in total and more than 3 million here in Tennessee with over $3.5 million going to those Tennessee customers alone.…

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Raul 42117472 If you’re looking to adopt a kitten, now’s the perfect time. Raul is a 3-month-old orange and white tabby, and he’s available for adoption. He’s cute, playful, outgoing, and would love to be the newest addition to your…

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Chenzi 40351224 Chenzi is a 7.5-year-old Terrier on a mission. She has the determination and excitement of a lab, the energy and smile of a terrier and the heart of (you guessed it) a lion! Chenzi enjoys long walks with…

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Cuddles 35237709 Cuddles is a clever 4-year-old Terrier mix who is looking for his forever home. Cuddles is smart and very food driven, which means training would be a breeze for him! The shelter life is becoming more and more…

James and Kim’s Weekend Picks

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots Live music Fridays! Nightfall in Chattanooga-Free Off the Rails Dalton Music Festival-Free Friday Festival, Summer on the Square 155 N Ocoee St. visitclevelandtn.com 7pm-9pm Free Movies in the Park Movies in the Park, a…

Plan your Fourth with Fireworks and Fun!

James and Kim’s Bright Spots Fireworks & Celebrations   July 2nd Rossville, GA-Lake Winnie, Tuesday, July 2nd 10 p.m.   July 3rd Pops on the River- Coolidge Park with the CSO music starts at 8pm Fort Oglethorpe-Patriotism at the Post.…

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Arthur 41343669 Arthur is a 1-year-old Great Pyrenees mix and weighs about 85 pounds. He’s a big, goofy, playful boy. Give Arthur a tug toy or tennis ball and he’ll keep himself (and you) entertained! Arthur likes to go for…

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Favian 40691445 This handsome guy is Favian, a 4-year-old Hound/Cur mix. Favian is fun-loving, playful, and sweet. He loves being around people and just wants to snuggle up as close as he can. Even though he’s a great cuddler, he’s…