Author: Kim Carson

       (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…

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.…

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…

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…

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 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.…

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…

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…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots Live music Fridays! Nightfall in Chattanooga-Free Off the Rails Dalton Music Festival-Free Apollo 11: First Steps Edition Launch party at the Imax Audiences will once again experience the thrill of one of humanity’s greatest…

Nala 41381319 Nala is a big, fluffy, 3-year-old Siamese mix. Nala is a sweet girl, but she does sometimes get a little bit of that fluffy, beautiful diva cattitude. Nala doesn’t mind having adoring kitty friends around her, but she…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots D-day Screenings at the Imax To mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, the Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater will present three special screenings of "D-Day 3D: Normandy 1944" starting Thursday, June 6, through Saturday,…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots Riverbend 2019 Riverbend Festival has been one of Chattanooga’s signature events for 37 years, drawing an annual crowd of nearly 650,000. The festival is held at Ross’s Landing on the beautiful downtown riverfront. Headline…

Gouda 41331410 Gouda is a beautiful long-haired buff tabby. She’s about 8 years old, which makes her a senior in the kitty world. Gouda is a sweet, shy girl. She enjoys being petted and will nudge you when she wants…

James and Kim’s Memorial Weekend Bright Spots AirPower History Tour of the Commemorative Air Force A B-29 Superfortress FIFI and B-24 Liberator Diamond Lil, will be heard over the skies of Chattanooga this week when they visit Lovell Field Airport…

Oakley 38902518 Oakley is a fun loving, playful fella.  Even though he’s considered a senior because he’s 7 years old, he still has some get-up-and-go left in him!  Oakley enjoys exercise and play, but he’s also perfectly content to cuddle…

Wet Nose Wednesday with the Humane Educational Society Bonnie 41397569 Bonnie is a gem in the making. If you are a patient, loving person, then Bonnie is the kitty for you. She is shy and just needs someone to show…

Say hello to your new favorite uncle! Uncle Ted is a beautiful 2 year old domestic short hair mix. Uncle Ted came to us as a super shy little guy but has quickly come out of his shell. He is…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots 70th annual Armed Forces Day Parade Make plans to attend the 70th annual Armed Forces Day Parade! It's a free event featuring military and veterans groups, JROTC units, high school bands, local businesses and…

Wet Nose Wednesday!! Gigantor isn't really gigantic. He's a pretty normal size cat. Very curious, must explore the whole room. Gigantor is outgoing and people friendly. He seems fine around other felines, you may want to introduce him slowly just…

Kim’s Mexican Cornbread   2 cups Martha White Buttermilk cornmeal with hot rize 1 egg ¼ cup Crisco pure vegetable oil 1 tbs Crisco pure veg oil (for the skillet) Heat your skillet before adding corn bread mix 1/3 cup…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots 23rd Annual National Cornbread Festival On Saturday and Sunday over 27,000 festival-goers from throughout the southeast gather in South Pittsburg to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the 23rd Annual National Cornbread Festival. …

Wet Nose Wednesday Oatmeal 41347893 Oatmeal is a little 8-month-old tabby with lots of personality. Even though she is small, she thinks she’s a big cat. When she first meets you, she’ll give a “ferocious” hiss to let you know…

Amber 41212946 Just look at that beautiful face and happy smile. How can you resist being happy when you see Amber? Amber is a 2-year-old Shepherd mix with a wonderful personality. She can be a bit shy sometimes, but she’s…

The big news in science yesterday was the first ever photo of a black hole.  It looks like a blurry, glowing, orange donut.  It's 55 million light years away, and took a global team of astronomers years to capture.  And…

Lana 41051469 Lana is a very pretty 2-year-old Collie/Shepherd mix. She is sweet, loving, and full of spunk. She likes being with people and getting lots of love, but she seems to like romping with her dog friends even more.…

6th Annual St. Chatty's Day Parade March 16, 1-2pm, The parade will step off at 1:00pm onto Main Street, take a right on Market, take a slight right onto Georgia Ave ending at Miller Park on MLK. The 6th Annual St.…

Lola 40579908 Lola is a sweet senior. At 10 years old, she’s just perfect for taking relaxing walks through the neighborhood or snuggling on the couch with you. Lola enjoys being petted and has a lovely little smile whenever she’s…

Leilani 40507722 This girl with the sweet, pinchable cheeks is Leilani. She’s a 5-year-old Bulldog mix who is outgoing and loving. Leilani is such a happy girl that you’ll almost never see her without her tongue sticking out. It’s just…

A suicide game called “Momo” is spreading on social media, prompting police in multiple countries to issue warnings about it. The "Momo" challenge asks people to add a contact via WhatsApp. They are then urged to hurt themselves or commit…

Meet Layla and Watermelon! Layla 37610536 Layla is a fun, spunky, active 5-year-old Pit mix. She loves butt scratches and enjoys a nice bouncy romp around the yard.  Layla makes cute little snorting noises when she eats and when she…

Make the Most of your Weekend!   Navy Band America's Navy is coming to Soddy-Daisy, one of 25 cities in 10 states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during its 2019 tour -- one of the…

Grampy 39727670 Grampy came to Tennessee from South Carolina during last September’s hurricane season. He’s been patiently waiting for a forever home ever since. Grampy is a sweet senior, about 8 years old. He loves being with people, cuddling, and…

James and Kim’s Bright Spots Masquerade Ball Father Daughter Dance A Masquerade Ball is the theme of the 12th annual dance for fathers and daughters that benefits Four Points Inc. This nonprofit assists families involved in domestic violence as well…

Just in time for Valentine’s Day – a couple of pets who want to be your one-and-only!! Alex 40690231 Alex is a wonderfully huge 8-year-old puffball of a cat. He is 18 pounds of purring, loving, furry kitty cat. Alex…

James and Kim’s Weekend Bright Spots DCappella Disney Music Group’s new a cappella group featuring 7 world class vocalists, will perform at the Tivoli. Created by Disney and contemporary a cappella legend Deke Sharon (Pitch Perfect, The Sing Off and…

Mojo 35823684 Do you need a little Mojo this year? How about 70 pounds of Mojo? Well, we have just the guy for you. This is Mojo, a 4.5-year-old terrier mix who would love to be your new pal. Mojo…

If you're always late to stuff, here are five strategies that can help . . . 1. When you estimate how long it'll take to get somewhere, always round up to the nearest 10. Like instead of saying, "It'll take…

Lookout Wild Film Festival Jan24-27th at the Tivoli Theatre at 7pm and 2pm featuring some of the best outdoor films. Tickets $12.50 *you can get the book Oli Kai by James Howard and family with 100% of proceeds going to…

Dollie 38884611 Dollie is a cute and cuddly 10-month-old kitty who would love for you to adopt her. She is outgoing and full of personality. Dollie likes to have fun and is super playful. She's fine around other cats but…

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It is the last weekend for Ice on the Landing at the Choo Choo Gardens Time: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM The 2019 Sandhill Crane Festival is Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hiwassee Refuge…

Galena 40029221 Galena is a gorgeous 2-year-old Tortoiseshell. She tends to be a little shy in new places and around new people. If you just give her a minute to get used to you, you’ll see that she is a…