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Arts
What happens when ballet meets bluegrass? See for yourself.
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Culture
Apply to be one of ArtsBuild’s Opportunity Fellows
The Opportunity Fellows Program is in its fifth year of connecting young artists with community leaders and organizations.
December 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Rock City
Culture
Where to see holiday lights in Chattanooga
The Scenic City is looking merry and bright this holiday season.
December 9, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Try This: A wild encounter at the Chattanooga Zoo
Get up close to some of your favorite animals at the zoo — like a red panda, porcupine, or anteater.
December 6, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Ignis Glass Studio
Culture
5 places to make handmade gifts for the holidays
Nothing beats a handmade holiday present.
December 5, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Real Estate
Real estate round up: Chattanooga homes with cozy fireplaces
We’re taking you on a virtual tour to some of the market’s coziest + warmest corners.
December 4, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Business
Introducing The Reading Room, Chattanooga’s newest bar + bookstore
Looking to shop used books while sipping on a cocktail? We’ve got just the place for you.
December 2, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Stamp your passport for Chattanooga’s first Make Music Winter
The folks behind Make Music Chattanooga are bringing 21 days of live entertainment this season.
November 27, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Bike Box
City
Bike Box distributes refurbished bikes in Chattanooga
Check out how a refurbished shipping container will help White Oak Bicycle Co-op’s mission of increasing community access to bikes.
November 25, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Bleu Fox Cheese Shop
Culture
Shopping small in Chattanooga
Chattanooga is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 25, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Nighttime at Ruby Falls, decorated with twinkle lights and a sight of Santa flying in the sky.
Events
5+ things to do the weekend after Thanksgiving in Chattanooga
Let us help you transition from one holiday to the next with these fun events.
November 22, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Check out this list of locally loved Southern food in the Scenic City.
April 1, 2025
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Remembering the Chattanooga Mocs Sweet 16 run
Learn more about the Mocs’ longest progression in NCAA tournament history.
March 31, 2025
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Explore these dog-friendly places in Chattanooga that span from places to eat, drink, exercise, and stay the night.
March 31, 2025
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City
The Riverfront Parks project enters final draft planning
The ongoing project to transform Chattanooga’s Riverfront has entered its final stages in the planning process + the community is invited to leave feedback on the updates.
March 28, 2025
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Culture
Fiber Arts Bash returns to the downtown library
Calling all fiber arts enthusiasts, needle-less to say, this event is for you.
March 27, 2025
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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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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
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga
City
Make your voice heard with Engage Chattanooga
The City of Chattanooga wants your input, here’s a new way you can share it.
March 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | A white, yellow, brown, and black bird sitting on a small tree branch.
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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