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Music
Nightfall returns to Miller Plaza this Friday
What to know before heading downtown for the free Friday night concert series.
April 27, 2026 12:00 AM
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Sarah Dickson
Aerial shot of East Ridge Shopping Center where you can see some cars in the parking lot and the sign that says "Tennessee's First Shopping Center"
City
Tennessee’s First Shopping Center to be redeveloped in Chattanooga
Urban Story Ventures has big plans for restoring this East Ridge shopping center.
February 28, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Travel and Outdoors
Help River City Co. make this year’s plan for Miller Park
Share your ideas on how to utilize this downtown park space.
February 27, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Yarn Co.
City
Locally owned alternatives to big box stores
With some major retailers closing here in Chattanooga, we’re highlighting the local shops you can support.
February 25, 2025
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Grace Powers
NOOGAtoday | East Main Street Small Business Week
City
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at NOOGAtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | T&T Produce
City
Meet Chattanooga’s locally-owned food distributor T&T Produce
Learn more about this family-owned produce wholesaler that has been operating in the Chattanooga area for 36 years.
February 21, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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City
Local media matters — so does your support
When you choose to support NOOGAtoday, you’re investing in more than just a daily newsletter — you’re investing in a stronger, more informed community.
February 19, 2025
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Staff
People pulling into the water via kayaks
City
Help create the Chattanooga Comprehensive Recreation Program Plan
The City of Chattanooga + its Parks and Outdoors Department have opened a public survey to create a new plan for recreation.
February 18, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
A marshland showing water and trees
City
Help Loftis Middle School build The Marshland Project
The 8th graders of this Hixson school are leading a project to create outdoor learning that promotes conservation — join the efforts.
February 12, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Scenic view of Foster Falls waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush forest. A stream with moss-covered rocks and tree trunks lining the waterway.
Travel and Outdoors
Applications now open for Water and Environment Grant Program
This grant program will help support projects that help keep Tennessee clean.
February 11, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
The outside of the Chattanooga Airport with the CHA sign
City
How to get your REAL ID in Chattanooga
The deadline to obtain your REAL ID is coming up on May 7, 2025 — here’s how and why to get one in Tennessee.
February 7, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Where to shop for international food around Chattanooga
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A towering pulled pork sandwich with slaw on a rustic tray beside creamy pasta sprinkled with pepper. A glass of beer is in the background. Cozy atmosphere.
Food
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Culture
What you need to know about IRONMAN Chattanooga
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LGBTQ+ organizations and nonprofits in Chattanooga
A guide to the groups supporting, celebrating, and advocating for the city’s LGBTQ+ community.
September 3, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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City
After-work plans for every night of the week in Chattanooga
Need a reprieve from your usual 5-9 p.m. routine? Make after-work plans with these activities and events at local Chattanooga spots.
September 2, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
A UTC football player in a blue and white uniform dives over an opponent in red and white at the goal line, focusing on intense action and competition.
Sports
Football is back: What to know about home openers
We’ve got the key info you need for the Mocs’, Vols’, and Titans’ first home games.
August 26, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
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Chattanooga’s five most expensive homes
Whether you’re just dreaming or actually house hunting, here’s a peek inside the most expensive listings currently for sale in the Scenic City.
August 21, 2025
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