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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 | Nightfall
Culture
The 2024 Nightfall season announced
The free Friday night concert series Nightfall will return to Miller Plaza in May.
March 28, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A collage of four photos — from left to right: a man mountain biking in creek-like area, a white house on the side of the mountain with green trees, a view of a city, and folks lining up on the side of a beach.
City
The Chattanooga area joins the Coalition of Hip Hideaways
As a way to continue its mission of responsible growth for the tri-state Chattanooga region, Thrive Regional Partnership has joined national partners to be a part of the Coalition of Hip Hideaways.
March 25, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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NOOGAtoday | pizza bracket
Culture
Vote in NOOGAtoday’s pizza bracket
We want to know: Where is the best pizza in Chattanooga? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 25, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Chatt It Up Sports podcast being taped with 4 guys at a table with microphones and sports merch on the table.
Sports
Tune in to the “Chatt It Up Sports” podcast
We’ve got a new local podcast for you all to enjoy, giving listeners weekly sports talk, guest appearances, and more — let’s chat about “Chatt It Up Sports.”
March 21, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Sip TN Wine Festival
Food
Sip TN Chattanooga Wine Festival returns to First Horizon Pavilion
Sample + purchase over 100 wines at this year’s Sip TN Chattanooga Wine Festival on Saturday, March 23 at the First Horizon Pavilion.
March 20, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Stream bank
Culture
Join WaterWays for a Watershed Scavenger Hunt
In celebration of World Water Day on Friday, March 22, local nonprofit WaterWays is hosting a scavenger hunt throughout the Chattanooga area — read along for tips on how to discover the hidden painted rocks.
March 19, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | bike repair station
City
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op donates bicycle repair stations to Red Bank
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op recently donated two bicycle repair stations to the city of Red Bank to help provide support for cyclists.
March 18, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A stack of books on a wooden porch swing.
Education
How to submit to our 2024 poetry contest
It’s National Poetry Month, and our readers are invited to submit original poems in a special NOOGAtoday contest.
March 14, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Turning the soil over at Lupton Mills Meadow
Once a textile mill, this site will now serve as a public park and urban ecological reserve for Chattanooga + the Lupton City area.
July 23, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Chattanooga-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Chattanooga nod there — these craft beers found around Scenic City take local pride seriously.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
A rendering of the Hawk Hill site showing towers and buildings for mixed-use of residential and commercial spaces, lined with trees and the views of the mountains.
City
Envisioning Hawk Hill’s future
River City Co. has created a vision board for Hawk Hill, the current site of AT&T Field — see what the future could hold once the field gets demolished.
July 19, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
A pink cocktail with a strawberry on the rim and funky wallpaper behind with a retro pattern.
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Chattanooga.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
NOOGAtoday | Overlooked Materials
City
Glass recycling options expand in Chattanooga
Learn more about Overlooked Materials, a local company bringing curbside glass recycling services to residents and businesses in Chattanooga.
July 18, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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NOOGAtoday | Songbirds
Culture
Updated Arts Venue Guide released to support local arts
ArtsBuild has released its updated and expanded Arts Venue Guide, aimed at connecting local artists with helpful resources.
July 18, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
A man diving in to the Tennessee River with the Tennessee Aquarium behind him
Sports
Extreme sports takes over the Chattanooga River Games
Get ready for three days of internationally recognized extreme sports during a brand new festival that will take over the Tennessee River.
July 17, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
An aerial shot of a park showing food trucks lined up on the perimeter and folks strolling along the green.
Culture
“Take a Break” from work in Miller Park
River City Co. is launching a new series to give working folks a break in their day and enjoy fresh air.
July 17, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Teacher Supply Hub
Education
How Hamilton County teachers can receive free supplies
Learn more about the Teacher Supply Hub, a resource that provides teachers with free supplies ahead of the new school year.
July 16, 2024
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Kristen Templeton