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Your horoscope in Chattanooga neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
January 16, 2026 02:06 PM
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Public Library books
Culture
These were the most popular books in Chattanooga in 2024
According to the Chattanooga Public Library, you couldn’t get enough of these titles last year.
January 8, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
An overview of a park at night with a festival going on showing folks in the green spaces and bustling city streets
City
Ranking Chattanooga throughout 2024
We’re taking a look back at some of the major headlines + lists the Scenic City was featured in, from “Friendliest City” to our food scene.
January 7, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
A Dolly Parton book for kids titles "I am Dolly Parton"
Culture
Dolly Days: Celebrate Dolly Parton’s birthday in Chattanooga
We’re celebrating “9 to 5" for a full week as Signal Centers partners with local businesses to honor this Tennessee legend’s birthday.
January 7, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga
Culture
25 reader questions for 2025 in Chattanooga
For the upcoming new year, we’re asking our readers to submit their top questions about Chattanooga for us to answer.
December 19, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A large outdoor metal sculpture resembling a bent, elongated spider or abstract structure is set in a grassy field with mountains and trees in the background. The sculpture consists of thick, rusted steel beams connected at various sharp angles, giving it a fragmented and geometric appearance. The beams stretch outward and create a visually dynamic and sprawling shape on the ground. The surrounding landscape features an open, natural setting under a clear blue sky.
Culture
Unwrap these 3 gifts given to the City of Chattanooga
These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 18, 2024
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Katie Molck
Clothes on a rack
Culture
Thrift your NYE look from the racks of local stores
Looking to match the theme at a party this year? Thrift your outfit with us.
December 18, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Common House NYE
Culture
25 parties for 2025 on New Year’s Eve in Chattanooga
Celebrate the end of another year and new beginnings at these local happenings around Chattanooga on New Year’s Eve.
December 16, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
2024 predictions bingo card — top row: "Temps hit 100 in June," "Dolly Parton concert announced," + "City Cafe reopens on Broad Street in May, second row: "Featured on a best food list," "free space," + "Walnut Street bridge repairs get delayed until 2025" third row: "Nominated for a Best Bathroom award," "I-24 interchange construction is complete," + "Your bestie subscribes to NOOGAtoday"
Culture
Answered: Our readers’ 2024 predictions
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
December 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
NOOGAtoday | Coolidge Park Snow
Culture
The history of snow in Chattanooga
We’re taking a look at some of the most historic snowfalls in Chattanooga.
December 13, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Inside of The Space Store showing NASA apparel like T-shirts and hats and an astronaut outfit.
Business
The Space Store brings out-of-this-world shopping to Chattanooga
The biggest e-commerce retailer for space merchandise in the world has opened up its first brick-and-mortar, right here in the Scenic City.
December 12, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Outdoor concert by a river with a vibrant crowd in colorful summer clothing. A band performs on stage under bright lights, with boats visible in the water.
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
An outdoor gathering in Miller Park with people of various ages relaxing on a grassy lawn. Two women and two children are holding hands, forming a circle as they dance together. In the background, people sit on folding chairs under umbrellas and chat. Tall buildings and greenery frame the park.
Key takeaways from the Chattanooga Tourism Co. 2024 Annual Report
See how Hamilton County’s tourism impacts the local economy.
March 18, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Reflection of a red-brick building with ornate details in wavy glass panels, creating a distorted effect. Green trees and traffic lights in the foreground.
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
Dozens of cicadas sit on the branch of a tree
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
NOOGAtoday | Culture Coffee
Work
Your guide to local coffee shops around Chattanooga
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
March 17, 2025
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Staff
NOOGAtoday | South Broad Stadium
City
A first look at the South Broad stadium site
See the progress that’s been made on the mixed-use stadium site.
March 17, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Overlooked Materials
City
How to keep hard-to-recycle items out of landfills in Chattanooga
From car batteries and laptops — here are some ways to properly recycle uncommon items in the Scenic City.
March 17, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Musician on stage with guitar faces a large, outdoor audience seated on grass. It's a sunny day, creating a lively, festive atmosphere.
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
A St. Patrick’s Day-themed dessert with a swirl of green and chocolate ice cream, drizzled with chocolate sauce, and topped with Lucky Charms marshmallows. A black pot is tipped over in the background with gold coins, chocolate pieces, and leaves spilling out of it on top of a dark green tablecloth.
Food
Green food and drinks for St. Patrick’s Day in Chattanooga
From green beers and seasonal treats, here are some festive treats to enjoy in the Scenic City.
March 13, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
Tiffany Haddish smiles at the camera. She is wearing a sparkling red dress and earrings. The background is light beige with partially visible text.
Culture
Chattanooga Public Library to host Tiffany Haddish
The actress, comedian, and author will make a pitstop at the library before her show in the Scenic City.
March 13, 2025
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Kristen Templeton