Free Press Editorials
The latest Free Press Editorials coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Editorials section.
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Opinion: Hamilton County commission should approve transition plan, Janie Varnell as next county attorney
We hope Hamilton County commissioners agree unanimously next week on a gracious timeline set forth to replace the county attorney at the end of his contract in June.
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Opinion: It’s been nearly 30 years since city was put on short list for a new federal courthouse
Word is, the United States General Services Administration (GSA) will select a site for the city's new federal courthouse early next year.
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Opinion: Clint’s Corner – Though county voters eye marijuana legalization, state worst in substance abuse
A nonscientific survey of nearly 500 Hamilton County voters last month noted that more than half supported legalizing marijuana.
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Opinion: Legislative bill wants to rein in authority of Tennessee Historical Commission
A bill filed in the Tennessee General Assembly by Sen. Adam Lowe, R-Calhoun, would weaken the authority of the Tennessee Historical Commission (THC) to recommend the removal, destruction or relocation of historic buildings and monuments.
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Opinion: Variety of service opportunities available on city boards, commissions — not just for the well-connected
"You have to be rich to serve on one of those boards."
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Opinion: Hazlewood’s impact on legislature would go on with passage of Marsy’s Law
Widely respected state Rep. Patsy Hazlewood, who was defeated in her bid for a sixth term in August's state primary, may have her presence felt in Nashville in 2025 even if she's not there.
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Opinion: Walmart’s DEI about-face properly emphasizes helping everyone belong
Will your holiday shopping be affected by a retailer's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs?
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Opinion: You can offer a hand at a time ‘when Want is keenly felt’
Americans were living well in 1924.
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Opinion: 72 years of better oral health, thanks to fluoride, not a bad track record
A.F. Porzelius, the manager of the Chattanooga City Water Company, was opposed to fluoridating the city's water supply in 1952, but he said the citizens of the area demanded it as a deterrent to tooth decay in children.
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Opinion: Book some reading time with these suggestions for holidays or as an election distraction
Looking for distractions after an election that didn't go your way (or maybe even if it did)? Need Christmas present suggestions for your favorite book lover? Open to ideas for something a little different to watch?
