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WTCI Lights, Camera, Auction Is May 18-21, June 1-4

Wednesday, May 10, 2006

The WTCI "Lights, Camera, Auction" is set for May 18-21 and June 1-4.

"Lights, Camera, Auction" broadcasts live on WTCI beginning at 8 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Offering a signature blend of live television excitement and bidding and buying action, the WTCI Auction is the Tennessee Valley's favorite way to support quality PBS programming while shopping at home for both the practical and the unusual: from tickets to toys, travel to timepieces and more, said officials.

"Our annual spring auction gives our viewers the opportunity to purchase unique, one-of-a-kind items, as well as practical items they use everyday while supporting their local PBS station, WTCI," said Paul Grove, WTCI President and Chief Executive Officer. "It's an exciting, interactive way to help WTCI continue to broadcast the outstanding national and local programs our members depend on."

During the eight evening broadcast, viewers will be able to bid by phone or online at www.pbsauctions.com on over 5,000 items and services. All items have been donated by local, regional and national businesses and individuals. The value of the items exceeds $500,000.

Among the highlights of this year's WTCI spring auction are "getaway" packages at several hotels and bed & breakfast inns, jewelry, original artwork by local and regional artists, fine handcrafts, toys, home decor, collectibles, food and entertainment packages, and "one-size-fits-all" gift certificates.

Featured items up for bid include a Chattanooga wedding package, valued at $4,800; a hand-blown glass vessel, valued at $5,000, from Glass by James Michael; full-school tuition for the massage therapy program, valued at $7,000, from Tennessee School of Massage; and a romantic cruise for two on the Danube River, valued at $4,598, from Viking River Cruises.

Auction items may be viewed and bids can be made now at pbsauctions.com.

The WTCI "Lights, Camera, Auction" underwriters include the following: Chattanooga Coca-Cola Bottling, Chattanooga Sewing Machine Center and Chattem.


February 13, 2012

Arbor Day Celebrations Scheduled For March 2-3

February 13, 2012

Rep. Graves Holds Outreach Event For Veterans Feb. 23

February 13, 2012

Identity Theft Summit Set For Feb. 23


Lookout Valley, Tn. recorded the first tornado on what would become a historic 2-day tornado outbreak, at 7:55am on April 27, 2011. An EF 2 tornado with winds up to 135mph, damaged buildings, ... (click for more)

U.S. Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-09) announced thathis Dalton district office will hold an outreach event on Thursday, Feb. 23 for veterans of the U.S. military.  The event will be held from ... (click for more)

LifeLock and the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association will present a free, one-day identity theft summit bringing together local, regional and state law enforcement officials ... (click for more)


Happenings

Arbor Day Celebrations Scheduled For March 2-3

Lookout Valley, Tn. recorded the first tornado on what would become a historic 2-day tornado outbreak, at 7:55am on April 27, 2011. An EF 2 tornado with winds up to 135mph, damaged buildings, uprooted hundreds of trees and left one dead. Lookout Valley continues to rebuild from that day. Mayor Ron Littlefield will celebrate Arbor Day at the City of Chattanooga Parks and ... (click for more)

Rep. Graves Holds Outreach Event For Veterans Feb. 23

U.S. Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-09) announced thathis Dalton district office will hold an outreach event on Thursday, Feb. 23 for veterans of the U.S. military.  The event will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Dalton City Hall, 300 W. Waugh Street.      Veterans will be able to seek guidance on the following topics:  Education, VA loans, compensation ... (click for more)

Breaking News

Mother Of Man Charged With Killing Sgt. Chapin Given Prison Sentence Of 30 Years, 6 Months

The mother of the man charged with killing Chattanooga Police Sgt. Tim Chapin was sentenced Monday to serve 30 years and six months in federal prison.  Judge Sandy Mattice said the sentence for Kathleen Mathews, 57-year-old mother of Jesse Mathews, as a packed courtroom watched.  Ray Mathews, 51-year-old father of Jesse Mathews, must serve 20 years and 10 months. ... (click for more)

Vince Dean Picks Up For Senate Race; Tommie Brown Headed For Contest With JoAnne Favors

Rep. Vince Dean has picked up papers to run for the Senate District 10 seat now held by Democrat Andy Berke. And Rep. Tommie Brown picked up papers to retain her District 28 seat. That sets up a clash with Rep. JoAnne Favors, who picked up for District 28 earlier. Under Republican redistricting, Rep. Favors wound up in the Brown district. Rep. Dean, a Republican from East ... (click for more)

Opinion

Thank You, Judge Mattice And Chattanooga

I would like to thank Judge Mattice for handing down a 30.5 year sentence for Kathleen Mathews.  Obviously, no amount of jail time, fines, or lashings can bring back Tim Chapin.   A 30-year sentence will, however, make the world just a little safer.  That's what Sgt. Chapin would have wanted.  He was a protector and sacrificed his life so the rest of ... (click for more)

Roy Exum: What 17 Pills Did To Me

Ah, step into my parlor of first-hand wisdom because, in the School of Hard Knocks, there are priceless lessons that you should know before it becomes your turn to dance. Never in my life have I ever had any back problems but, in early December, I came down with what is called sciatica and I have been a miserable man ever since. There are two big nerves that sprout out of the ... (click for more)


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