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What happens when ballet meets bluegrass? See for yourself.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Add to cal: Broadway masterpiece “To Kill a Mockingbird”
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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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Meet the local author spicing up our TBRs
Bestselling author Kandi Steiner recently celebrated a major milestone: 10 years as a published author— and she isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
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Culture
“Make. Play. Read. Learn.” gets Ride & Read bus passes
In a partnership with CARTA, the Chattanooga Public Library will offer Ride & Read bus passes during its annual Make. Play. Read. Learn. summer challenge for kiddos.
May 14, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
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Cruise over to the annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival
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CHA Hip-Hop Week to celebrate new and returning talent
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October 2, 2024
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City
Chattanooga organizations offering support in the wake of Hurricane Helene
As nearby towns and states are assessing damage done by Hurricane Helene, local businesses and organizations are hosting drives for flooding relief supplies.
October 1, 2024
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Celebrate local art at the Between the Bridges Festival
Enjoy live music and art from local makers at the annual Between the Bridges Festival.
September 30, 2024
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Moccasin Bend preserved from proposed development
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