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Six strawberry tarts with pistachio sprinkle, arranged on a metal surface. The vibrant red of strawberries contrasts with light pastry, dusted with powdered sugar.
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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Chattanooga
Dining in Chattanooga is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
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Asked: Where would the sorting hat put Chattanooga?
If our Scenic City was in the same realm as Harry Potter, what wizarding house would suite us best?
July 17, 2023
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Asked: Where’s your Chattanooga happy place?
We want to know where your go-to happy spot is in the Scenic City.
July 14, 2023
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History Funhouse: The Wayne-O-Rama Story exhibition
Get a sneak peek into the Chattanooga Public Library’s upcoming exhibit that showcases work from Wayne White.
July 13, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | McDonald Farm
Culture
The Hamilton County Fair makes a comeback
After a multi-year hiatus, folks can now anticipate the resurgence of the Hamilton County Fair this upcoming fall.
July 11, 2023
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Broads cocktail lounge coming to downtown Chattanooga
Check out this sneak peak of a new cocktail lounge coming to the downtown area.
July 5, 2023
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A NOOGAtoday-inspired mocktail
Vote on your favorite mocktail name for NOOGAtoday’s collaboration with Unknown Caller.
July 5, 2023
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Meet the editors behind NOOGAtoday
Say hello to Kristen Templeton and Haley Bartlett, the faces behind your favorite newsletter all about Chattanooga.
June 30, 2023
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NOOGAtoday | UnEarthed Creative Discovery Museum
Culture
Creative Discovery Museum opens its newest exhibit “UnEarthed”
Check out CDM’s latest exhibit “UnEarthed” featuring hands-on activities + tons of educational opportunities for the kids.
June 30, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Artsbuild cohort
Culture
New cohort for artist entrepreneurs
ArtsBuild is accepting applicants for its innagual Periscope CHA: Artist Entrepreneur Training.
June 29, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | library grant
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Chattanooga Public Library receives additional grant funds
The library received funds to further invest in its collections and electronic materials.
June 29, 2023
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