Bliss Zechman
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Former News Anchor. Outnumbered by 4 dogs. Born and raised in the Volunteer State. Aspiring Jeopardy Jr. Champ
Chattanooga, TN
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This is Fez’s form of playtime. The kind where he exerts zero effort.
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Our house is completely destroyed.
@MariahRockNC9
and I are safe, but very scared. We can’t get through to 911. Please pray for us and everyone affected.
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All 4 dogs are also ok. We’re at our very kind neighbor’s house. Still no word on when we can get help. I’m sincerely praying others aren’t hit as hard. Please continue to pray for us.
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Here is a quick photo I grabbed. It completely blew our door off. But we couldn’t get out the front, because trees are blocking the entire entrance.
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The moment you realize your dog is wayyy cuter than you’ll ever be.
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“I do not like the cone of shame.” Poor Fez has a cornea ulcer, so now this cone has to be hitched to his head for most of the day. Any suggestions on how I can make this recovery better for my little nugget?
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GOOD NEWS! The nurse practitioner called me a little while ago. My results are negative! I do NOT have the coronavirus!! 🥳
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Playing pup-arazzi to show off these doggies for
#NationalDogDay
! At least this army of animals is sweet when you’re holding a box of treats over your head 🐶🐶🐶🐶
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Stopping for pup cups before we hit the road to McMinnville ☕️
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Please send your love, prayers, thoughts and ANYTHING positive to my dear friend Bill Race.
Bill tested positive for COVID-19 and has been battling the virus in the ICU since early last week.
You’ll never meet a more selfless, kind, or charismatic person.
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I know this is a tumultuous time, so let me start by saying I by no means want to diminish any movement or seriousness of the moment.
However, I would like to share some personally exciting news! I am stepping into a new role as the Weekend Morning Anchor at NewsChannel 9!
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I came back to help cleanup to find half a dozen volunteers already hard at work. THIS is why Tennessee is the Volunteer State! I am very grateful to these kind folks!
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There are many thanks that need to be given for the response to last night’s devastating tornadoes. But first I’d like to thank
@StormTrack9Bill
,
@ErinThomasWx
,
@StormTrack9Dave
, &
@StormTrackBrian
for their life-saving coverage.
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For those feeling down, know chivalry still exists in Tennessee! My tire completely blew out on the highway. I called AAA, but within minutes, a Good Samaritan pulled over to help. He changed my tire in 5 minutes and would not let me pay him. God bless you, kind stranger! ❤️
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BIBLE BRINGS HOPE: 2 TN Tech students found this Bible while they were helping cleanup after a deadly tornado ripped through Cookeville. Even though the home was leveled, the Bible was practically untouched. It was open to Jeremiah 46:27.
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Help! Apparently
@MariahRockNC9
is a wizard and turned Fezziwig into a unicorn. Can I still celebrate
#NationalDogDay
if my dog has magical powers?!
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Do you ever feel inclined to be a tourist in your own city? 😉
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It’s no better in the light of day. Downed power lines are running across Jenkins Rd. I don’t think there’s a way to drive out of it. I mean this in the most literal sense: I am blown away.
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One and done!
Here’s to hoping this shot brings us one step closer to normalcy. I opted for the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. It burned a bit, but so far so good!
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New headshot!
Glad to see this photo finally hit the wall.
My last headshot was from 2+ years ago, and was the result of 1.) forgetting it was photo day 2.) forgetting that, because I was commuting from McMinnville - battling a time zone change and limited sleep 🙃
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HUGE s/o to the kind woman who brought our little NC9 crew hot chocolate tonight in Fort O! She noticed we looked a little chilly in the first show, so she ran over to McDonald's to bring us these.
Her random act of kindness warmed both my body and my heart!❤️❤️❤️
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His mother tells me Jordan was on his way to church with his pregnant wife Aileen when the couple was taken hostage at gunpoint.
His mom says Jordan begged the Dorsey not to harm his wife and baby, and to take him instead.
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ORANGE you glad to be waking up a Vol this morning?! Like if you’re still celebrating!
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GOODBYE, FOR NOW 🩷
As someone who’s had a love for journalism since childhood, I didn’t think this day would come.
But, after much prayer & consideration, I have decided it’s in my family’s best interest that I leave
@newschannelnine
. Tomorrow will be my last broadcast.
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4 YEARS!
This post comes a few days late, but I’ve officially been at NewsChannel 9 for a full presidential term! Many thanks to the Tennessee Valley for letting me tell your stories these past four years!
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20/20 vision in 2020. 🤓
Here’s to hoping my new glasses give me a better outlook on this crazy year!
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BEFORE AND AFTER A COUPLE’S BATTLE WITH ADDICTION. Brent & Ashley Walker used meth for a several years. Nearly 3 years ago, they stopped using. The photo on the left shows a couple battling addiction, while the one on the right shows a couple thriving in sobriety.
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It’s good to be back with y’all for Good Morning Chattanooga Weekend! The last few weekends, I’ve been recovering from tornadoes. Please join us in about one minute for the show!
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PLAYING “DIXIELAND DELIGHT” AT NEYLAND!!
I‘M NOT OK!!!! VOLS WIN!!! VOLS WIN!!!! 😭😭😭
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✌️2 YEARS ✌️
This week marks my two year anniversary at NewsChannel 9. From fighting for tornado survivors to get fair insurance settlements, spending countless hours covering city council and seeing a stranger’s kindness save a mother from homeless...(Pt. 1)
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Mohammad Sharifi’s fiancé, Sara Baluch, says the couple was suppose to be married less than two weeks from now. Now, she’s dealing with the loss Mohammed, who she says was her soulmate.
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I’m wearing green today, so during my break, we had a little fun with the green screen...
It turned out pretty cool!
❄️ Ice cool ❄️
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SNAKES IN THE ROOF! A LaFayette man says there are snakes in his rental home. Harry Pugliese says problems have persisted at this house on East Villanow Street since February, but the landlord won't fix them.
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💗 MY HEART IS SO FULL 💗
Bill Race was back on the air tonight for the first time in two months. No surprise, he weathered the storm and came back with a full force forecast! I feel honored to be back by your side. Love you, Bill!
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What a difference just a couple of days make. Our neighbors have worked tirelessly to clear a path so that we can get to some of belongings. My hat is off to them and all the first responders for letting in a little light.
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Chick-fil-A just gave me a free milkshake that I did not order, that’s got to be God telling me that I shouldn’t worry about dieting until after the holidays. Right?
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I got to work from home part of the day this Friday. So, Fez said “me too!”
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Everyone wish my amazing GREAT-GRANDMOTHER a happy birthday! She’s 92 years young, and still knows how to boss all of us around 😉Love you, Grandmama!
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“I want everyone to know Jordan died a hero.”
I just finished speaking with Michelle Stevens. The TBI says her son Jordan was held hostage and shot to death by Dangelo Dorsey yesterday.
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I’m very excited and honored to announce I’ll be setting my alarm clock Monday-Friday to join the Good Morning Chattanooga and Fox Chattanooga team as an Anchor!!
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My story this evening has restored my faith in humanity. Yesterday,
@SydEdwardsNews
told you about a Chattanooga mother who was lured into paying $1,400 by a man posing as a realtor. When she went to move in, the locks were changed, and the "realtor" was nowhere to be found.
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I might be wearing the wrong color, but y’all know it’s football time in Tennessee! Go Vols goooooo! 🧡🏈🧡
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We’ve talked a lot about high school sports look different during the pandemic. Today, we’re changing the tune. This morning, I marched around with Walker Valley High School’s Band to see how they’re social distancing while staying in formation.
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So, I am about to get tested for COVID-19. Yesterday, I started showing several hallmark symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath. I’ve had asthma since I was a kid, so respiratory illnesses are fairly common for me.
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Hey everyone! I’m so sorry, I was hacked! No, I have not had a career change. Don’t buy the sunglasses! 😬
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ALL ABOARD? Tennessee lawmakers are considering a new train service between Atlanta and Nashville. The route would have several stops, including one in Chattanooga.
Amtrak made a presentation at the Transportation and Safety Meeting on Tuesday in Nashville.
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Hello Scenic City! My name is Bliss Zechman and I’m excited to be the newest Multimedia Journalist
@newschannelnine
! I love spending time with my MUCH younger siblings, traveling, and wrangling my 3 dogs. I’m happy to be back reporting in my home state of Tennessee!
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PRAISE THE LORD!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Eggsey is CANCER FREE!!!
The vet says the lump on his chest was a benign fatty tumor and what they thought was a carcinoma on his tonsil is “consistent with a bee sting.” 😂🐝
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TODAY IS THE DAY! Everyone please wish
@StormTrack9Bill
a HUGE happy birthday! 🥳
He’s been through one heck of a year. Even during his most difficult days, he somehow manages to think of others first. That’s just Bill. One of a kind. I’m honored to call you a friend. 💗
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It’s
@gfunderburgNC9
’s last week on Good Morning Chattanooga 😭. While we’re going to miss him, we are so excited to see him grow and share his talents with a new audience.
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LIFE UPDATE: This will be my last weekend on Good Morning Chattanooga Weekend. It’s been an honor to wake up with you all on Saturdays and Sundays for the past two years.
Keep reading, because you’re not getting rid of me that easy!
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Fez says brrrrrrr-humbug! It’s too cold out here! Please bring your pets inside (unless it’s for a quick little photo) 🥶
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It’s a bittersweet day
@newschannelnine
. Please join us this morning as we celebrate
@StormTrackBrian
on his last day. ❤️
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A BIG happy birthday to my friend (and yours) the ONE and ONLY
@StormTrack9Bill
! Your sunny personality blows me away 😉 I hope you have the most spectacular day celebrating 60 years around the sun!
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Anna Frierson is graduating with not one but TWO degrees today! The standout is part of the first group from Red Bank High School to receive a Tennessee Occupational Diploma!
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Well, I tried….
Got this hand towel all the way home from a local store before I realized there’s a slight problem. This is why you proofread, folks. 😂
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Now, Mitchell will be able to start a new life with her family, all thanks to a person she may never know.
Holding back tears, she says she only hopes one day she can return the favor.
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OBSESSED with our engagement photos!! 💍
Can’t wait to marry this man!
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Had to show y’all one of my favorite Christmas ornaments before I put all of the decorations away! 🧡🙃
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Full disclosure: 95% of the time, I anchor in sandals. Comfort is key, people!
@BIRKENSTOCKUSA
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What a breathe of fresh hair!
Gotta love that moment when you step out of the salon. I’ll see y’all on the desk tomorrow feeling all shiny and new.
#nomakeupchallenge

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BY THE NUMBERS: Children now make up 36% of Tennessee’s reported COVID-19 cases, according to the state's health commissioner.
Dr. Lisa Piercey: “We had 14,000 pediatric cases in the last seven days, which is a 57% increase over the week prior."
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BREAKING: Tennessee's Safer at Home Order will expire on April 30th, with the majority of businesses in 89 of the 95 counties allowed to reopen on May 1st, Governor Lee announced today.
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I’ve been filling in this position for a few months now, but it is officially permanent! I can’t wait to continue my journey as a journalist in this new role.
Please wish me luck!
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FIGHTING FLOODS: Flash flooding off of East 23rd Street in Chattanooga trapped several vehicles. You can see several good Samaritans coming to the rescue to push one car out!
Thanks to Lamone Stewart for sending this video in.
Be careful!!!
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Happy birthday to THE
@gfunderburgTV
!!!
Thank you for being the best friend, wedding officiant, work husband, broadcaster and human around!!
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The sirens have not stopped sounding. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our first responders for your relentless help.
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UPDATE: I’m learning board games, books, and lots of dog love are quarantine essentials.
My cough has gone down substantially from yesterday, but my breathing is still labored. I appreciate all the love and support I’ve received during this time!
Now, it’s time for a nap 😴
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An ode to her royal highness the late Queen Elizabeth II and the late Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Oh, and Eggsey, first of his name.
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Without their determination and information, I would, at the very least, not be in as good of shape. I heard no sirens, nor did I get an alert on my phone. But I knew huddle my dogs and roommate into our safe space, because of these dedicated meteorologists. Thank you 🙏
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It’s amazing what you can do with a few coats of paint and a little elbow grease!
I spent most of my time off this week bringing new life to this end table and console. I saved them just before they were tossed in the trash!
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I hope I was able to bring compassion and truth to Jordan and Aileen’s story today on Dr. Phil.
Please keep this family close in your thoughts and prayers ❤️
*I do not own the rights to this video*
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BREAKING: CPD says 14 were people shot and 3 three people were hit by vehicles as they attempted to flee gunfire at a bar on McCallie Avenue this morning.
Three people are dead. Two of them died by gunfire, one died after being run over by a vehicle.
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INSPIRING!
This recent UTC graduate use to be homeless. While studying to be an electrical engineer, he was forced to sleep in his car, couch surf and take refuge at the homeless shelter. He graduated a couple of weeks ago and has accepted a job as an electrical engineer!
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It’s my last day at NewsChannel 9 🥹
My first fur-baby is here for emotional support!
Actually, Fez made his live TV debut, helping
@leslie_news9
with her morning live shots!
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It’s Big Orange Friday! 🧡🧡🧡
It’s feeling like 2003 as the Vols are heading to the Swamp!
#gatorhater
#GBO
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After hearing Crew’s story, we reached out to Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. After two days of emails, they responded saying Crew’s air ambulatory transport is now approved. Now, Crew will get the care his parents fought so hard for.
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Happy birthday to one of the best people on the planet. Please wish
@StormTrack9Bill
a VERY happy birthday! You are so loved!
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Again, I am beyond thankful for the attention and care that our health care providers are giving their patients. They sent me home with a mask, cough medicine, and well wishes.
I’ll be under self-quarantine until the results come back!
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IT’S FAT TUESDAY! Mardi Gras festivities are culminating today. Even though we’re a lonnnnng way from New Orleans, Chattanooga has a few celebrations of its own!
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I’ll announce my next steps soon.
I can say that I’ll be staying in Chattanooga. This is home.
Thank you for letting me fulfill my childhood dream. It’s been an honor 🩷
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This morning, I took a quick break from news to show
@StormTrack9Bill
how to do the Macarena!
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Happy to be back at it this morning after a much-needed vacation! To be honest, I was sad to leave the beach, but am happy to come back with that HUGE Vols win and a tan! 🏖
We’re live now on GMCW!
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This shows a portion of the tornado’s path. For reference, our house is where the “x” is.
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Happy happy birthday to my future husband! 🥰
Garrett Tolley, you’re the best dog dad, kickball outfielder, part time podcaster, wedding date, world traveler and the LOVE OF MY LIFE!
Please wish Gary a happy day on his 29th trip around the sun! 🥳🥳🥳
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All Bradley County Schools employees were able to get a COVID-19 vaccine today. Hannah Wilds who is a 7th Grade teacher at Lake Forest Middle School says almost everyone on their team came to get the shot together this afternoon.
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When it’s
#NationalPizzaDay
, but you’re stuck with a parfait because you’re getting married in 5 months.
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Vacation mode! 🏖
Made it to Panama City Beach! Thank y’all for your recommendations. We’re already hitting a few up! 🦪
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My spider-pumpkin vows to squash bad ghouls and gourds 🕷🎃 😉
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This 3-motion hand gesture has become a popular way for domestic abuse survives to signal for help.
Step 1: Palm out
Step 2: Close thumb
Step 3: Trap thumb
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