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🎞️ Look out for this wild film festival

Your guide to the 2026 Lookout Wild Film Festival
An empty, large cinema auditorium with rows of red seats facing a big screen showing a nature scene. The lighting is dim, creating an inviting atmosphere.
The screen at UTC’s Roland Hayes Concert Hall will be twice the size of last year’s. | Photo via Lookout Wild Film Festival
The 12th annual Lookout Wild Film Festival is returning to set up camp at the Walker Theater this Thursday, Jan. 11 through Sunday, Jan. 14. Let us direct you on how to make the most out of this event.

Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or just really love a good independent film, this festival has it all. From surfing in Norway and rhino conversation to rock climbing in Afghanistan and gravel biking in East Tennessee, these movies will take you on a different adventure with each new title screen.

NOOGAtoday | Mecca in the Making Film Still of a man on bike

“I’m also proud to hear every year from folks that aren’t ‘outdoorsy’ but who fall in love with the stories and the characters in these films.” — LWFF Founder + Festival Director, Andy Johns.

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Lookout Wild Film Festival

The festival will showcase 60+ films (shorts and features) — check out the full lineup for each day. For a sneak peek of what to expect, here are four films that are based on our very own Tennessee Valley.

“A Couple of Screws Loose” | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 7 p.m. | 32 minutes | Travel with two bike-packers who take on three of the hardest gravel bike rides in the southeast in just three days.

“Mecca in the Making” | Friday, Jan. 12 | 7 p.m. | 16 minutes | Get a glimpse of the “remarkable rebirth of Chattanooga” through collective action.

NOOGAtoday | The Conservation Kid Film Still of a kid at the public fishing pier

Get a glimpse at conservation and adventure seekers from across the globe, including those in our city.

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Lookout Wild Film Festival

“The Conservation Kid” | Sunday, Jan. 14 matinee | 1 p.m. | 11 minutes | Watch the story of local Cash Daniels who began cleaning the Tennessee River at the age of six + his continued efforts over the last few years.

“Walls of Faith” | Sunday, Jan. 14 matinee | 1 p.m. | 17 minutes | See the chronicles of Zach LeClerc as he scales some of Chattanooga’s most scenic sites.

Bonus: Get an opportunity to meet the folks behind some of the films with special dinners offered on Saturday + Sunday.
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Events
Monday, Jan. 8
  • Monday Movie Night | Monday, Jan. 8 | 8-10 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $10 | See a special screening of the 1986 French dance film “Mammame” at this inaugural film night.
Tuesday, Jan. 9
Wednesday, Jan. 10
  • “Blank Canvas-Make Your Mark!” | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 5-8 p.m. | In-Town Gallery, 26 Frazier Ave., Chattanooga | Free | Stop by for the opening reception of this interactive installation where visitors can express themselves on a large canvas.
Thursday, Jan. 11
  • Locals Appreciation Days | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. | Ruby Falls, 1720 S. Scenic Hwy., Chattanooga | $15.95 | Take a Cave Walk tour of Ruby Falls at a discounted price to celebrate its 95th anniversary.
  • Signs of Spring: Challenges Our Plants & Pollinators Face | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St., Chattanooga | Free | See a presentation on how the changes of climate are affecting our area pollinators + community-driven solutions.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Development
  • A new price has been estimated for the development of the mixed-use stadium that will be home to the Chattanooga Lookouts. Originally projected at $80 million, the facility is now expected to be around $120 million. Stay tuned for an update on the South Broad project in a future newsletter. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Traffic
  • Crews will be conducting utility work on the ramp from Georgia Avenue to Riverfront Parkway today, Jan. 8 from 9 a.m. through Friday, Jan. 12 at 4 p.m. This is one of four construction closures starting this week — see all detours.
Community
  • Plan Chattanooga will conduct two online public meetings to solicit input on the future of Chattanooga’s neighborhoods. Folks can sign up to share their thoughts in the session tomorrow, Jan. 9 or on Thursday, Jan. 11.
Cause
  • The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is seeking volunteers for its annual MLK Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 15. Volunteers will meet at 9 a.m. to clear debris and vegetation at the intersection of Woodland View Circle + Hooker Road.
Arts
  • AVA has announced its first exhibit of the year. An opening reception for “Outside | Inside” will be on Wednesday, Jan. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. at its gallery location at 30 Frazier Ave. Folks can see the display through Friday, Feb. 23.
Civic
  • Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Women’s Policy Conference on Thursday, Feb. 1 + Friday, Feb. 2. The conference hosted by Mayor Tim Kelly’s Council for Women will be held at The Westin and will feature several keynote speakers, discussions, and workshops.
Biz
  • See Rock City Inc. has announced Greg Scheid as its new chief operating officer. Scheid has served over 40 years in the entertainment industry + previously held leadership positions at the Cedar Point amusement park. (Chattanoogan.com)
Edu
  • Did you know you can earn a certificate that gets you into the healthcare field in as little as one semester? (Looking at you, New Year’s resolution.) See ChattState’s Nursing & Allied Health program to view certificate, degree + career options, like EMT, Dental Assisting, Physical Therapy, Registered Nurse, and more.*
Trending
  • Looking for your new favorite water bottle? The Owala Travel Tumbler combines the best of Stanley’s viral tumbler with Owala’s smart design. We’re liking color “Bunny Hop.”*
 
Education

🚀 Design Challenge: Space exhibit edition

National Medal of Honor Heritage Center’s Design Challenge for students
NOOGAtoday | National Medal of Honor Heritage Center Dick Scobee exhibit
Design your own exhibit for Space Medal of Honor recipients. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center has launched a Design Challenge to inspire K-12th grade students this spring.

To connect kiddos to the design engineering process + give them insight into the real-world career of a museum exhibit designer, students will form teams of 3-4 members (with the help of a teacher representative) to create and present a prototype of a 60-sqft exhibit to be featured in the center’s Dick Scobee Space Medal of Honor Gallery.

Bonus: A monetary prize will be awarded to the classroom/school of the winning team in each category.

Get more acquainted with “The Mission” with information on the goals, roles, and audience. Pro tip: Important documents + FAQs can be found at the bottom of the webpage.
    Design your team and register online.
    Design approaches + important dates
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