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Your horoscope in Chattanooga neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
January 16, 2026 02:06 PM
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Haley Bartlett
Families outside on a lawn celebrating Juneteenth and a family smiling at the camera.
Culture
Nine days of the Juneteenth Festival in Chattanooga
Chattanooga Festivals of Black Arts & Ideas is back with a full month of programming to commemorate and celebrate during its Juneteenth Festival.
June 5, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Meet the Community Association of Historic St. Elmo
We’re back with another edition of our Neighborhood Association series, diving into the historic St. Elmo and what the goals of the CAHSE are.
April 30, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
The exterior of the historical Felker House, with light brickwork and pointed roof with a porch on both the first and second floor, a brick walkway, and large trees and bushes in the front yard.
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The historical Felker House in nearby Dalton, GA
Let us take you on a virtual tour of the Felker House, a historical piece of North Georgia that resides only ~30 minutes from downtown Chattanooga.
February 28, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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History
Chattanooga’s history: 3 Black residents who helped shape the city’s architectural footprint
Let’s uncover some of the stories within the Chattanooga Public Library’s Black residents archives and how they shaped the city in their own way throughout history.
February 26, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Culture
Commemorating the 160th Anniversary of the Battles for Chattanooga
Join the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park for a series of educational programs commemorating the 160th Anniversary of the Battles for Chattanooga.
November 13, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | A crew dressed in pioneer period clothing are showing children how to make their own candles the way they did back in that time period.
Culture
Pioneer new skills with Audubon Acres
Audubon Acres will host its annual Walker Farm Pioneer Days festival, teaching elementary school students skills to help provide an educational tool on how the pioneers lived.
November 6, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
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Asked: What zodiac signs would Chattanooga neighborhoods be?
If you had to give neighborhoods in Chattanooga a zodiac sign, what would its chart say?
August 28, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
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Ruby Falls and Tennessee Whiskey Trail to host Bootleg Bash
Tickets are on sale now for the inaugural whiskey tasting event.
August 3, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Exclusive look at the Raccoon Mountain Dam
Get an inside look at the Raccoon Mountain Pumped-Storage Plant that helps generate power in our community.
June 23, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
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History of the Tennessee flag
Most of us probably don’t have our state flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flag’s design reflects centuries of history.
May 31, 2023
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The most unique places to stay in Chattanooga
From luxury treehouses to cozy cottages, Chattanooga is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
November 17, 2025
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Food
Community luncheon Gratefull returns for its 10th year
Thanksgiving season is here — fill your plate with community and gratitude.
November 12, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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City
How bad is the traffic in Chattanooga?
Spoiler alert: It’s not great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
November 11, 2025
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Where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Chattanooga
Check out some dine-in and carry-out options for Thanksgiving dinner this year.
November 10, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
A tall utility pole supports power lines against a blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Below, a white pickup truck drives past, with trees lining the road.
City
Chattanooga installs smart traffic systems to ease congestion
New vehicle detection technology is expected to help traffic flow more smoothly and improve safety across the city.
November 10, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
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Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
November 10, 2025
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Veterans Day deals in Chattanooga
Whether you’re a retired service member or active-duty, these places are extending a “thank you” with special offers.
November 6, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
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Chattanooga turkey trots and holiday runs in 2025
Run or walk for a cause this holiday season.
November 5, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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City
How to help Chattanooga food banks
Local food banks are seeing a surge in demand — here’s what you can do to help.
November 4, 2025
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Sarah Dickson
Aerial view of a blue truss bridge spanning a wide river. Green trees and a rocky shoreline are visible, with distant hills under a partly cloudy sky.
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Walnut Street Bridge renovations are right on schedule
Nearly eight months into its 18-month closure, the iconic blue bridge is showing fresh color and steady progress toward reopening in 2026.
November 3, 2025
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Sarah Dickson