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Posted: Saturday - Nov. 7, 2009
Faith briefs
Weaver new pastor at Rock Spring * The Rev. Kevin Weaver, a 1991 graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School, has been called as pastor of Rock Spring Baptist, 194 Turnipseed Road, in Rock Spring, Ga. Prior to coming to the church, he was assistant pastor of Sequ
Posted: Saturday - Nov. 7, 2009
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Chaplains A-OK
When it comes to health, physicians are happy for any help they can get, especially when it comes to spirituality.
Posted: Thursday - Nov. 5, 2009
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Cutting edge
One day, somebody somewhere suggested he and a few buddies could take the blades off their riding lawn mowers and have a race. Thus, the All-American Mower Championships were born.
Posted: Thursday - Nov. 5, 2009
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Battleground change
The reenactment of the Battle of Missionary Ridge won't be anywhere near Missionary Ridge this weekend.
Posted: Thursday - Nov. 5, 2009
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Black says early revival styles tied to country's changes
Contrary to popular belief, religious revival meetings in the South in the late 1700s and early 1800s weren't all shake, rattle and roll.
Posted: Tuesday - Nov. 3, 2009
Google software program may help people with autism express creativity
Developers at Google didn't create SketchUp, a 3-D software drawing program, with autism spectrum in mind.
Posted: Sunday - Nov. 1, 2009
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The state of faith
The sound of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" is not what most people would expect to hear in a religious setting.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 31, 2009
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Spooktacular Halloween
You've scheduled a Halloween party but left the decorating until today.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 31, 2009
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Elevate
Casey Magouirk said skating changed his life.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 31, 2009
FAITH BRIEFS
Enrichment opportunities * Dr. Jerry Wright, an ordained Presbyterian minister, pastoral counselor and licensed professional counselor in Flat Rock, N.C., will be the featured speaker for the fall conference on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7, at Church of Go
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 29, 2009
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Market lauds entrepreneurship
Think of Sunday as a placeholder in the schedule of weekly events at Chattanooga Market.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 29, 2009
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Murder-mystery served with dinner at Olivet Kingdom Center
How about a little murder with dinner?
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 29, 2009
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Halloween Mischief Baby boomers recall past pranks
For Chattanooga-area baby boomers, graduating from Sugar Daddies, Hot Tamales and Candy Cigarettes at Halloween often meant graduating to pranks involving toilet paper, eggs and flaming paper sacks.
Posted: Tuesday - Oct. 27, 2009
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UTC, Armenia university linked for remote lab access
Students at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and students at the State Engineering University in Armenia now can run experiments in each other's labs.
Posted: Sunday - Oct. 25, 2009
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Tips and topics for pet lovers
When I get home each night from work, I have a 12-year-old and 3-year-old eagerly awaiting my arrival. I'll be greeted with excitement, kisses and adoration.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 24, 2009
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Little local impact seen by easing of restrictions for Anglicans to join Catholic Church
Area Catholic, Episcopal and Anglican officials don't see any immediate upheaval from the decision by the Vatican earlier this week to make it easier for Anglicans to convert to Roman Catholicism.
Posted: Friday - Oct. 23, 2009
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Newcomers abound in 'A Sanders Family Christmas'
It's just not Christmas at the Cumberland County Playhouse without the Sanders family.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 22, 2009
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Choral Arts seeking 25 years of music makers
Molly and Jim Sasse aren't the only married couple to have sung with Choral Arts of Chattanooga, but they may be the only couple to have met there.
Posted: Wednesday - Oct. 21, 2009
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'Classic' never out of style for men, but new wrinkles add to the mix
A classic look is always in style for men, according to Bruce Baird of Bruce Baird & Co., but suit trends for fall 2009 include both double-
Posted: Tuesday - Oct. 20, 2009
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Former UTC basketball player now 'playing' for FCA
Zach Ferrell, the new Fellowship of Christian Athletes area representative for inner-city ministry and for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, didn't waste any time immersing himself with his flock.
Posted: Sunday - Oct. 18, 2009
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Signal Mountain couple learn to be frugal on their visit to Switzerland
Charles and Brenda Neal of Signal Mountain want others to see what they've seen of the Swiss Alps. And, they insist it won't cost and arm and a leg if travelors plan ahead.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 17, 2009
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Renovated Camp Glancy ready for visitors
Camp Glancy, a once-thriving, 40-acre retreat on the banks of the Little Sequatchie River in Marion County, is back in business.
Posted: Friday - Oct. 16, 2009
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Master illusionist to suspend belief tonight
Spring City residents ought to watch their wallets and their ring fingers. There's a master illusionist in town.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 15, 2009
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Lymphedema a treatable sideline of obesity
Chances are, if a patient sees Rhonda Haley, the patient's obesity already has turned into lymphedema.
Posted: Tuesday - Oct. 13, 2009
Memorial offers new patient connection
Ever wanted to offer a hospitalized friend or family member good wishes but couldn't find time to visit?
Posted: Monday - Oct. 12, 2009
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Collaborative course allows ministers, others to walk the walk
The School of Theology at the University of the South is offering a course this fall to help those who talk the talk to walk the walk.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 10, 2009
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women pastors
You can't tell it by Chattanooga, but one church in 10 employs a female pastor, according to a new survey by the Barna Group.
Posted: Friday - Oct. 9, 2009
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Hamilton County leaders among first Chattanooga High School inductees
The value of an education at Chattanooga High School over the years was such that people came from across the area -- from Lookout and Signal mountains and even from out of state -- to attend, former students remembered.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 8, 2009
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Casting Crowns to cast musical shadow over McKenzie Arena
Fans of Christian band Casting Crowns will get a sneak peek at the band’s new album at Saturday’s concert at McKenzie Arena.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 8, 2009
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'Kids Like You, Kids Like Me' finds common ground
A child with a disability may awaken to a vibrating pillow, while another may rise to a clanging alarm clock.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 3, 2009
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Signal Mountain man to present Signal Mountain church with intricate work
Phil Johnson of Signal Mountain didn't think twice about how difficult it would be to create a type of wood inlay known as intarsia of Leonardo da Vinci's painting of "The Last Supper." He just did it.
Posted: Saturday - Oct. 3, 2009
100TH ANNIVERSARY -- Central Church of Christ
CELEBRATION Central Church of Christ will celebrate its 100th anniversary in a weeks-long celebration known as the Central Century. Its initial anniversary event Sunday will include 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. services led by Billy Smith, dean of the School of
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 1, 2009
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CTC Youth Theatre pokes ‘Holes’ in summer camp scenario
When Stanley Yelnats is sentenced to a camp after being falsely convicted of stealing a pair of shoes, he’s not so worried because he’s heard camps can be a lot of fun.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 1, 2009
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Alhambra Shrine Circus features action from acrobats to Zerbini
Cavorting canines, aerial artistry, clever clowns, along with lions and tigers and elephants (oh, my), will be among the featured acts in the 47th annual Alhambra Shrine Circus starting Thursday at Camp Jordan Arena.
Posted: Thursday - Oct. 1, 2009
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'The Twilight Zone' debuted 50 years ago today
What does Jesus Christ have in common with "The Twilight Zone"?
Posted: Tuesday - Sept. 29, 2009
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Itching to tell a family secret? Tell it to a blog
Are you carrying the guilt of a family secret? Is something in your past too embarrassing to reveal?
Posted: Saturday - Sept. 26, 2009
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Decorative stones add pizzazz as farm transforms to retreat
Ray Burnfin said he hopes to create a scene reminiscent of the bucolic settings of artist Thomas Kinkade.
Posted: Saturday - Sept. 26, 2009
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Works of C.S. Lewis remain popular in theology and culture
He died nearly 46 years ago, his death overshadowed by that of President John F. Kennedy on the same day, but Christian apologist C.S. Lewis lives on today on stage and screen and in pulpit and classroom.
Posted: Friday - Sept. 25, 2009
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Season-opening 'Beauty and the Beast' reprise bigger, brighter
Patrons who saw "Beauty and the Beast" at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre in 2005 shouldn't think they've seen it all, said director Scott Dunlap.
Posted: Thursday - Sept. 24, 2009
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Canine cavorting
Who can resist disc-catching dogs?
Posted: Thursday - Sept. 24, 2009
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Many city schools didn't fade away after 1989 mass closing
When the Chattanooga Board of Education closed 16 schools in 1989, it wasn't necessarily the end of the line for the buildings.
Posted: Tuesday - Sept. 22, 2009
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New Web site is emoticon central for kids
How do you like your emoticon? Smiling? Quizzical? Screaming?
Posted: Monday - Sept. 21, 2009
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Project Ready for School touts 66 percent book saturation
Gloria Hill said Project Ready for School has been a boon to her children's education.
Posted: Saturday - Sept. 19, 2009
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Opening the door
The attention from men with the "funny-looking equipment" was startling, according to David Ivey, but what emerged from the recording in a tiny northeast Alabama church 50 years ago eventually raised Sacred Harp singing to national prominence.
Posted: Saturday - Sept. 19, 2009
Faith briefs
Community assistance * Community Baptist Church, 145 Pin Oak Drive in Rock Spring, Ga., will give away winter coats and outer ware for all family members until supplies last at the church on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, Rock Spr
Posted: Friday - Sept. 18, 2009
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'Dearly Departed' puts the 'fun' in 'funeral' and 'dysfunctional'
Audience members who attend performances of "Dearly Departed," which opens tonight at the Catoosa County Colonnade, may recognize themselves or somebody they know well, said director Alan Stamey II.
Posted: Thursday - Sept. 17, 2009
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Battle of Tunnel Hill
If Tunnel Hill's Clisby Austin House could talk, it would recall its varied Civil War history as the site of Union and Confederate camps, as a hospital, as the site of three brief skirmishes and as a planning area for Gen. William T. Sherman's March to the Sea.
Posted: Thursday - Sept. 17, 2009
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Diets 50 years ago no secret: Eat less
Fifty years ago, a low-calorie diet was at the top of recommendations doctors would give patients who needed to shed pounds, a retired Chattanooga internal medicine physician said.
Posted: Monday - Sept. 14, 2009
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Online master's degree allows teachers flexibility
Derek and Mary Beaty earned their master's degrees in elementary education while sitting at home.
Posted: Saturday - Sept. 12, 2009
FAITH BRIEFS
Community assistance * Central Church of Christ, 400 Vine St., will give away clothing, shoes, toys, household items, linens and furniture today from 9 to 11:30 a.m. For information, call the church at 266-3619. Community development * Noel Castellanos,
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