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Cozy bookstore with a coral door, striped umbrella, and vibrant flower display. "Books Are Magic" sign evokes a whimsical, inviting atmosphere.
Small Business
Four local bookstores in the Chattanooga area
Where to find your next great read and support small business while you’re at it.
September 09, 2025 03:20 PM
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Sarah Dickson
NOOGAtoday | Here to climb
Culture
Climbing athlete Sasha DiGiulian to visit Chattanooga
Meet climbing athlete Sasha DiGiulian as she visits Chattanooga and be one of the first to watch her HBO Max documentary “Here to Climb.”
June 4, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGA | East Ridge Little Library
Culture
Go scavenger hunting for little libraries in Chattanooga
We’re creating a fun game to help you search for your next book with the help of little libraries around the community.
June 3, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | kayaking
Culture
Where to make friends in Chattanooga, part two
Here are some ways you can make friends in the Scenic City, with suggestions from some of our Instagram followers.
May 31, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
An aerial shot of Coolidge Park and the Tennessee River during a pink sunset.
City
Additional $4.1 million proposed for parks in Chattanooga’s FY25 budget
The Kelly Administration plans to incorporate more funds in its FY25 budget proposal for the Parks and Outdoors Department. Let’s see where the money could go.
May 30, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Hunter Museum mural
Culture
The Hunter Museum unveils new mural on its campus
Read more about the Hunter Museum of American Art’s new mural by local artist Rondell Crier.
May 29, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A team wearing yellow shirts competing in tug-of-war and team mates cheering them on in the background.
Culture
The Corporate Challenge comes to Chattanooga
This Birmingham-based adult field day is bringing Chattanooga-area businesses together for the first time — let’s break down the competition.
May 28, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
five summer cocktails that are yellow, orange, and pinkish with lime garnishes.
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Chattanooga, TN from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
NOOGAtoday | Coolidge Park Fountains with families gathered around the water and animal statues.
Culture
How to spend a long weekend in Chattanooga
Staying in town for Memorial Day? Here are some ideas for how to spend your long weekend in Chattanooga.
May 23, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
An actor stands in a tan suit, pointing off-camera. Two people stand on stage with a door frame and other set pieces around them. Three people stand looking fearfully out of frame.
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Add to cal: Broadway masterpiece “To Kill a Mockingbird”
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Two people recording a podcast with a microphone and sound board.
Culture
Add these Chattanooga podcasts to your playlist
Whether you start or end your day with a podcast, we’ve got some locally-produced shows to add to your queue.
May 20, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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City
New community deal signed for the South Broad stadium
Read along to find out more about Hamilton County’s first-ever Community Benefits Agreement + how it pertains to the upcoming South Broad stadium.
August 28, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Rendering of kids playing basketball at a court with flowering trees around them.
Development
Plans for Chattanooga’s first community schoolyard
East Side Elementary School will become home to the city’s first-ever community schoolyard, opening up the grounds to the public outside of school hours.
August 28, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | T-Rex
A T-Rex takeover the Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater
See “T. Rex 3D” on the big screen at the Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater and attend a premiere party on Thursday, Aug. 29.
August 27, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A view from across a river showing a blue bridge and a building across the way that has triangle peaks.
Live
Cost of Living in Chattanooga
How much does it cost to live in the Scenic City compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
August 27, 2024
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Two yurts with greenish blue siding and white roofs with decks that overlook the water
Travel and Outdoors
Chester Frost Park debuts waterfront yurts + fishing pier
This lakeside park in nearby Hixson has added a new way for folks to enjoy its campgrounds — check out what you can expect.
August 26, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Various members pose on mats during a yoga class.
Culture
Celebrate National Wellness Month in Chattanooga
Breathe in, breathe out.
August 23, 2024
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Aayat Ali
A dog with its tongue out in a fenced in yard
Nonprofits
Build fences and break chains with ChainFree Chattanooga
Learn about this local nonprofit that is working to spread awareness of the impacts of chaining dogs + help provide solutions for neighbors.
August 22, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Sydney and Brayden Catlett performing on stage with acoustic guitars at an event hosting by Be The Change Youth Initiative
City
Eight Red Bank nonprofits receive ARPA grant funding
See which nonprofits the City of Red Bank has awarded grant funding through the American Rescue Plan Act.
August 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Chatt Town Cool Down
Culture
Beat the heat with Chatt Town Cool Down event
Celebrate the end of summer with water-based events along Chattanooga’s riverside.
August 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A man in front of residents explaining a rendering of a residential development
Real Estate
Newest neighborhood in East Brainerd: Heritage Walk
GreenTech Homes will soon launch phase two of its Heritage Walk plan, a resort living-style development in the East Brainerd neighborhood.
August 20, 2024
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Haley Bartlett