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Local love: NOOGAtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
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Chattanooga Zoo to host Bidders for Critters to support expansion
The Chattanooga Zoo will host its inaugural Bidders for Critters online auction to raise funds for its ongoing Cape of Africa expansion.
April 19, 2024
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Celebrate Earth Day with local makers
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We’re already writing about Chattanooga — why not you, too?
April 12, 2024
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Get your dream yard with ServeScape’s $1,000 Garden Giveaway
One lucky Noogan is about to win the garden of their dreams.
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8 local projects secured by Community Project Funds
Through federal Community Project Funds secured by Chattanooga’s congressman, eight local development and expansion projects will soon begin throughout the city.
March 27, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Top-500 Chattanooga firm announces major merger
JHM Certified Public Accountants is joining forces with CPA firm Harting, Bishop & Arrendale.
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Learn how to lead with empathy during this community event
Young professionals are invited to attend Great Conversations, an annual event fostering meaningful connections + discussions with other emerging leaders in our region.
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Go on an exploration with Chattanooga Tourism Co.’s Spring Break Safari
Get ready for Spring Break fun with the Chattanooga Tourism Co. and local attractions.
February 23, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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February 22, 2024
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