⛳️ Re-envisioning the Valleybrook Golf and Country Club
New vision for Valleybrook Golf and Country Club
The golf course resides just outside of the downtown Chattanooga area in Hixson, TN. | Photo by Lanewood Studio provided by Urban Story Ventures
Local commercial real estate agency Urban Story Ventures recently acquired the Valleybrook Golf and Country Club, formally owned by Luken Holdings, and has plans to revitalize the property back to its historical glory.
The Hixson golf course has a rich history dating back to 1963. Here are some quick facts about the green space:
Spans over 130 acres
One of the first 18-hole residential golf course communities in the country
Has previously hosted nine PGA tour events + various nationwide tournaments
Installed TifEagle Bermuda greens in 2020
Has amenities like a driving range, pro shop, full-service restaurant + more
The redevelopment will be led by the President of Urban Story Ventures Jimmy White, who has overseen other projects including the current development of The Bend.
While this might be the company’s first golf course, Jimmy has extensive knowledge as a former professional golfer who spent his early years at Valleybrook + has worked on golf developments across the Southeast.
The vision of the new Valleybrook encompasses the idea to reinstate the prestigious brand it had in its history by honoring “the past and embraces the needs of the next generation of members.”
The club currently exists on a semi-private membership basis, but the requirements are under review to elevate the member experience, update amenities + create a premier social club on the green.
The new owners will be in touch with current and prospective members in the coming weeks via official club communications to disclose the changes.
Note: Members + interested parties are recommended to be on the mailing list for updates as the project continues — subscribe in the “Get In Touch” section at the bottom of the club’s website.
Events
Today, May 17
Urban Appalachian Wildcrafting | Wednesday, May 17 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $65 | This intro-level mini-course will teach you how to gather herbs, plants, and fungi from urban environments.
Photography Walk & Talk | Wednesday, May 17 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Renaissance Park Pavilion, 133 River St., Chattanooga | $30 | This beginner photography class will focus on composition techniques as you take a walk around Renaissance Park.
Thursday, May 18
Interviewing Tips & Mock Interviews | Thursday, May 18 | 5:30-6:45 p.m. | Downtown Library, 1001 Broad St., Chattanooga | Free | Learn interview tips and skills + practice in a mock interview setting.
BEAVERLAND: An Evening with Leila Philip | Thursday, May 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd., Chattanooga | $25-$250 | Hear from award-winning author Leila Philip as she takes you into the world of the beaver.
Strike Out Stroke with Erlanger | Thursday, May 18 | 7:15 p.m. | Chattanooga Lookouts AT&T Field, 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga | $6-$11 | Visit the Erlanger booth at the Lookouts game for giveaways + potentially life-saving information on stroke.*
Friday, May 19
Bike to Brunch | Friday, May 19 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Coolidge Park (Under the Market Street Bridge), 150 River St. | $89 | Take a beginner-friendly bike ride from the bridge to Hello Monty + enjoy brunch — bike equipment and brunch (with one drink) included.
Kris Bespalec “Acts of Preservation” Opening Reception | Friday, May 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Houston Museum of Decorative Arts, 201 High St., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | See the work of the museum’s first-ever artist-in-residence, Kris Bespalec.
Saturday, May 20
Jfest | Saturday, May 20 | 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | Tennessee Riverpark, 4501 Amnicola Hwy., Chattanooga | $10-$45 | Enjoy a jam-packed day with a full lineup featuring different Christian artists.
Good Neighbor Market | Saturday, May 20 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Northside Neighborhood House, 211 Minor St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Shop from local makers, vintage sellers, and artists.
Chattanooga officials announced the city will spend ~$4.3 million to replace the No. 15 Fire Station located at 912 Shallowford Rd. The facility will be upgraded from a single-bay station to a 9,500-sqft building, accommodating more personnel + vehicles. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Announced
The IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga triathlon will return to the Scenic City on Sunday, May 21. See top professional triathletes from around the world take a 1.4-mile swim down the Tennessee River, a 56-mile bike ride through Chickamauga + a 13.1-mile run through downtown.
Sports
Women’s professional soccer is coming to Chattanooga under the USL Super League. Chattanooga is one of ~10 markets across the US that comprise the newly developed league that is set to kick off in August 2024, with Chattanooga’s team beginning play in 2025. (The Pulse)
Biz
Southside neighborhood bar and restaurant Flying Squirrel will celebrate 10 years of operation this month. The spot will host a family-friendly party with food, drinks, yard games like cornhole, prizes + free cake on Saturday, May 20 from 12-5 p.m. in its side yard.
Outdoors
Nooga Splash, a floating water park at Chester Frost Park beach, will open for the season on Saturday, May 20. The water park has added three major pieces to its previous 31-section inflatable obstacle course + has extended its season through Sept. 17.
Arts
The Hunter Museum of American Art has announced its summer exhibition, “In Nature’s Studio: Two Centuries of American Landscape Painting.” The exhibit — which features 65+ paintings created over the course of two centuries — will go on display from Thursday, May 25 through Sept. 4.
Health
Erlanger will host a Summer Outreach Safety Fest on Saturday, June 3 at the South Chattanooga Community Center. This free event is where community members can learn health + safety tips from health experts and first responders in the area.
Cause
Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful will partner with Hamilton County leaders for a day of community service on Saturday, June 10. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes + bring extra water. Register to volunteer.
Fun Fact
The Chattanooga Lookouts offers a Little Debbie Little Lookouts Kids Club membership for children ages 12 and under. For $15, you receive free digital general admission tickets to all of the Sunday home games, three COPA games, and merch for the kiddos. Learn more + sign up.
ICYMI
In case you missed it, the second annual Juneteenth National Freedom Day Parade will be held on Monday, June 19. Registration for group, organization, and individual participation is still open.
Edu
Looking to expand your career horizons? ChattState can help. The first step: identify your student type (think: first-time, returning, workforce development, or lifelong learner). The next step: Enrollment information customized to your education journey — and a start to a new career.*
Community
Did you know? BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (BCBST) doesn’t just ensure community members have what they need to take care of their health — BCBST employees volunteer countless hours to ensure the whole community thrives. See how their TeamBlue Volunteers gave back to TN in 2022.^
Travel
How does Going work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and get notified when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a ~$575 round trip to Fiji).*
Today Is
Today Is World Baking Day. To celebrate, shop our online store (Six & Main), which features Sourhouse, a company that creates simple tools for sourdough bakers to care for their starters. You might just knead it. Start shopping now.
Outdoors
🌸 Grow big, grow home
Become an expert on native flowers
Plant some of this, and you may find yourself playing host to monarchs. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
You love local food, music, business, and art — so while you’re planning your garden this spring and summer, why not choose local plants, too?
Native plants are naturally adapted to the local climate, provide sustenance to native wildlife, and save water by thriving on normal rainfall. Plus, they’re more visually diverse than, say, ordinary lawn grass.
Consider planting some Tennessee flora this spring. We’ll get you started with some ideas.
Growing tips: Butterfly weed attracts aphids, which you can deal with by spraying with soapy water, blasting with high-pressure streams, or by leaving the aphids for ladybugs.
Water needs: Moist
Light needs: Sun, part-shade
Bloom time: March-May; may see blooms again in early fall and December
Growing tips: Make sure your soil is never completely dry. Use elastic stretch ties and prune Jessamine early in its blooming season to train and maintain your desired shape.
If you want to start enjoying summer days a little early, look no further — River City Co. just announced its Buskers at Patten Square event series. The events are free and open to the public + will feature street performances by SoundCorps Sidewalk Stages’ buskers Tuesdays-Thursdays during the remainder of May and June.
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