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What happens when ballet meets bluegrass? See for yourself.
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Culture
15 ways to embrace a Hygge life in Chattanooga
This Danish trend emphasizes all things comfortable and cozy.
March 27, 2025
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Staff
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Culture
Nightfall announces its 2025 season
The Scenic City’s original summer concert series is back for another year — let’s take a look at its past + present.
March 26, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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City
Proposal created to preserve Chattanooga’s tree canopy
The Kelly Administration has introduced a tree ordinance change — read along to learn how it could affect Chattanooga’s urban forest.
March 26, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Ballet meets baseball in this Chattanooga performance
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Culture
How to get into birdwatching in Chattanooga
From wrens to finches, and feed to houses, here’s the ultimate guide to bird watching in Chattanooga.
March 25, 2025
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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
Spring at Rock City blooms with new programming
Rock City Gardens is planting fresh blooms for its 93rd spring, find out what you can experience.
March 20, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Events
2025 Riverfront Nights lineup announced
The free summer concert series at Ross’s Landing will take place every Saturday night in late May through August.
March 20, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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History
Take a tour with Preserve Chattanooga to see 65 historic buildings
Take in the history of the Scenic City by foot on a self-guided tour to see some of the oldest and most memorable buildings the city has to offer.
March 18, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Travel and Outdoors
Prepare for the return of cicadas in Chattanooga
For the first time in 17 years, Eastern states like Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio + North Carolina will see the return of Brood XIV.
March 18, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Plan Ahead: Chattanooga Outdoor Festival
Celebrate our green spaces with the Chattanooga Outdoor Festival, slated later in April.
March 14, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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It’s not summer without the Chattanooga Cocktail Festival
The Chattanooga Cocktail Festival is on the horizon salted rim — get ready to sip under the pavilion.
June 20, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
What’s in Rebecca Barron’s kitchen?
We sat down with Rebecca Barron, the culinary director for 5th & Taylor, Alleia, and 2nd American. She told us what she keeps in her fridge, plus the one ingredient that makes everything taste better.
June 20, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
Master plans revealed for renovations of Finley Stadium
In a project titled Finley Stadium 2.0, the Stadium Corp. plans to give this beloved facility a fresh major upgrade.
June 19, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Play
Rainy day activities in Chattanooga
Don’t let the rain get you down, here’s a list of activities to do when the sun isn’t out in Chattanooga.
June 18, 2025
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Culture
Spending the longest day of the year in Chattanooga
The Scenic City is ready for the official start of summer — here is how to spend a full day around town.
June 17, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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City
Communities Speak within the City of Chattanooga
A NYC-based research project has made its way to the Scenic City, allowing residents to provide feedback on local policies.
June 17, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Experiencing the Chattanooga Film Festival like a cinephile
The Chattanooga Film Festival is back for its 12th year, bringing local, regional, and international films to the Scenic City.
June 16, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Food
Foodie Favs: Pasta in Chattanooga
Check out this list of locally loved pasta dishes around the Scenic City.
June 16, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Meet Swimply: the Airbnb of pools
Explore unique, rentable pools across Chattanooga for a refreshing getaway, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just enjoying some solo relaxation.
June 12, 2025
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Staff
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Culture
Celebrating the Chattanooga LGBTQ+ community through the arts
Here are two ways to get out and show pride within the local LGBTQ+ community this summer.
June 10, 2025
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Haley Bartlett