Your Tuesday at a glance:
- Weather: High of 48.
- What to see: Yesterday, the Chattanooga area commemorated Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and our photographers captured these photos of different events in the community.
- What to know: Have you gotten a little green card in the mail recently from the election commission? Here’s what to know about these Hamilton County confirmation notices ahead of the May primary.
- What to avoid: A long wait. The new blue Tennessee license plates have made their way to Hamilton County. If you want one, here’s how to avoid long lines.
Good morning, Chattanooga!
If you were to ask my mom what to do about a headache, she’d probably recommend some Advil coupled with diffusing lavender and an assortment of her favorite essential oils.
Growing up it was always a mix of conventional and traditional remedies for everyday ailments, and while studies may be inconclusive, like my mom, some Chattanoogans believe in the therapeutic benefits of essential oils.
Essential oils can be inhaled or used topically for medical benefit, according to Chattanooga’s Good Fortune Soap and Spa owner Jennifer Strain.
Local Keily Blair said she uses peppermint oil to help with her cluster headaches.
“I’ve found peppermint essential oil works wonders for treating the pain until I can get to my migraine medication,” she said, adding lavender and orange-scented oils have been helpful for anxiety and energy, respectively.
Now for some recent stories:
REMEMBER WHEN, CHATTANOOGA?: This former Miss Chattanooga is now a Cleveland, Tennessee, grandmother.
COURTING A NEW SITE: The federal government is looking for a new site to build a new courthouse in downtown Chattanooga.
TV SPOTLIGHT: A Memphis restaurant owner is slated to appear on Jay Leno’s comedy game show next week.
-Tierra Hayes, thayes@timesfreepress.com
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