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John Shearer: Joel Belz Was Pioneer At Both CCS And Covenant College

  • 5/3/2024

Two important Christian educational institutions closely related to Chattanooga have been Covenant College on Lookout Mountain and Chattanooga Christian School. Joel Belz, who died on Feb. 4 at the age of 82, was uniquely connected with the early days of both. And this imprint on education was just a part of his story, as the energetic Mr. Belz would also enjoy some notable accomplishments in journalism by starting the well-known Christian publication, WORLD magazine, and receive some national attention. A look back at his life in connection with his recent death and as both CCS and Covenant are winding down another school year shows that his connection with both involved ... (click for more)

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Joel Belz was a pioneer at both Chattanooga Christian School and Covenant College. See story by John Shearer.
Joel Belz was a pioneer at both Chattanooga Christian School and Covenant College. See story by John Shearer.

Nic & Norman's Expanding Its Footprint At The Choo Choo

  • 5/3/2024

Nic & Norman’s is expanding its footprint at the Chattanooga Choo Choo, 1386 Market St. Like several other restaurants in the complex, the new beer permit that was approved for the business on Thursday, will allow customers to take beer out to the gardens and into the dome area of the lobby. David Valentine, with the restaurant, ... (click for more)

Lake Sturgeon Release Links Tennessee With Wisconsin's Wolf River

  • 5/2/2024

Just across from the iconic peaks of the Tennessee Aquarium on the shore of the Tennessee River, a group of scientists with the Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute gathered Thursday to restore a primordial fish to the state's primary waterway. One by one, they carefully navigated down a boat ramp at Coolidge Park before gently ... (click for more)

The Hunter Museum Presents Art Deco Glass From The David Huchthausen Collection
The Hunter Museum Presents Art Deco Glass From The David Huchthausen Collection
  • Happenings
  • 5/3/2024

The Hunter Museum announces its upcoming special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection. Opening the evening of May 23 at 6 p.m., this exhibition ... more

The Salvation Army Launches ‘Beat The Heat’ Campaign To Provide Relief During Summer Months
  • 5/3/2024

As temperatures begin to rise, The Salvation Army of Greater Chattanooga is announcing the launch of their ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign, aimed at providing relief to those in need during the scorching summer months. The public is invited to join this vital effort by participating in the Fan Drive, which will run from May 6 to June 3. The campaign seeks to address a critical need in the community, particularly with those without access to air-conditioning. According to the US Energy Information ... more

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