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What happens when ballet meets bluegrass? See for yourself.
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Parks and Recreation
Swimming holes and pools in Chattanooga
Beat the heat by taking a refreshing dip in one of these local spots around + nearby town.
May 23, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Development
South Broad stadium gets named Erlanger Park in Chattanooga
Erlanger scored a home run in becoming the naming rights partner for South Broad stadium, the new home for the Chattanooga Lookouts.
May 22, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Hiking guide for Chattanooga
Check out these 25 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Chattanooga, TN for outdoor adventures.
May 21, 2025
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Culture
Join the Little Debbie Muffin Man’s Birthday Tour
The mascot for Scenic City’s Little Debbie muffin snacks is celebrating his birthday in his hometown of Collegedale.
May 20, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Answering Reddit’s burning Chattanooga questions
The popular social media site has many ongoing conversations, so we found responses to some trending questions in Chattanooga.
May 16, 2025
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Why Chattanooga is the best city in Tennessee
We know we’re the best, but here’s some proof.
May 15, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
NOOGAtoday’s adult summer reading list
Get ready for the summer by finding your next page-turner, including books by local organizations and recommendations from local bookstores.
May 14, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Our readers’ favorite Lake Winnie memories
The local amusement and water park is celebrating its 100th year — take a look back at some of the wholesome fun.
May 14, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Everything you need to know about the 2025 Ironman
Whether you’re participating, cheering the athletes on, or looking to avoid the crowds — here’s what you need to know about Ironman weekend in Chattanooga.
May 14, 2025
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Chloe Morrison
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Development
Building community with Fountain Avenue Cottage Homes
A new single-family residential neighborhood is coming to the Belvoir area.
May 13, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Massive wastewater project coming into view in Chattanooga
How the $153M e2i2 project will help keep local waterways clean during heavy rain.
October 8, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Go picking in these pumpkin patches around Chattanooga
It’s the season of the pumpkins, so we’re rounding up a list of places to go picking. Check out these patches, farms, and nurseries.
October 7, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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What to expect at this year’s Highland Park Porchfest
See your neighbor’s porch become a stage at this annual festival, offering free live music.
October 2, 2025
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Chattanooga’s must-see museums
Chattanooga has an incredibly rich history that is showcased in museums throughout the area. From the Hunter Museum of American Art to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, pay a visit to these various spots to learn all there is to know about the Scenic City.
October 1, 2025
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Real Estate
Trending this fall: Porch pumpkins
Skip the pumpkin patch and hire these local businesses to come and spruce up your landscaping with a seasonal touch.
September 29, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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City
The blueprint to preserving the Cradle of Southern Appalachia
A new tri-state collaboration will work to conserve natural areas found in Tennessee, Georgia + Alabama.
September 25, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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Get ready for the 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival
Your favorite free bluegrass festival is almost here — check out the lineup.
September 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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City
How to celebrate National Public Lands Day in Chattanooga
Two ways to get your hands dirty for a good cause this Saturday, Sept. 27.
September 23, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
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Travel and Outdoors
Five ways to see fall colors in Chattanooga
Whether you’re hiking, cruising, or road-tripping — these are the best ways to fall for Chattanooga this season.
September 22, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
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Give these Chattanooga live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
September 19, 2025
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