Chris Lyons+FollowChattanooga creek raises health alarm after goat deathsFive goats were found dead and decomposing in a storm drain behind the Aldi on Mundy Street, and now Chattanooga officials are worried about water safety for everyone nearby. The McKamey Animal Center is still investigating how the goats died, but the bigger issue is the risk of water contamination. Decomposing animals can release harmful bacteria and chemicals into the creek, which could impact the health of local families and pets. The city and state are now testing the water and looking for answers. If you know anything about this, the community is being asked to speak up. #Health #BodyHealth #Chattanooga00Share
Timothy Bird+FollowBlueCross layoffs shake up ChattanoogaChattanooga just saw a major shift as BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee let go of 150 employees, starting September 1, 2025. As the state’s largest health insurer, this move is bound to affect many local families and the city’s job market. While BlueCross says member health coverage won’t change, it’s hard not to wonder how this will impact the community and the local economy. How do you think these layoffs will affect Chattanooga’s future? Let’s talk about what this means for our neighbors and the city as a whole. #Business #Chattanooga #BlueCross00Share
Gary Mayer+FollowThrift store prices spark outrage in ChattanoogaSeeing worn-out sneakers at a Chattanooga Goodwill priced at $13.39 each has shoppers questioning if thrift stores are losing touch with their mission. Locals are noticing that prices for secondhand items, even those in rough shape, are creeping up to match retail stores. Some say they now shop at discount retailers for new clothes at similar prices. While thrifting is still a great way to save money and reduce waste, people want transparency and fair pricing—especially when donated goods are meant to help the community. What’s your take: are thrift stores still a good deal, or are they crossing the line? #Shopping #Chattanooga #ThriftStore00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowPeyton Manning’s son joins Chattanooga’s BaylorPeyton Manning’s son, Marshall, is heading to The Baylor School in Chattanooga this fall, and the buzz is already building. While many expect Tennessee to be a frontrunner for Marshall’s college commitment, there’s a twist: Baylor’s head coach, Erik Kimrey, is a former South Carolina Gamecock and ex-coach at the SEC rival. With the Manning family’s history of letting their kids choose their own path, nothing’s guaranteed for the Vols. It’s going to be fascinating to see how this plays out—especially with such deep SEC ties in the mix. What do you think: Will Marshall follow in his dad’s footsteps or carve his own legacy? #Sports #Football #Chattanooga00Share
