Plus, Tech Goes Home program receives grant for expansion.
 
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NOOGAtoday |Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail
The connector trail is part of Walker County’s commitment to enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities for residents + visitors. | Photo provided by Walker County Government
Pedestrians and cyclists will soon be able to enjoy a direct connection between the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park + downtown Chickamauga, GA — thanks to a grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC).

ARC has awarded nearby Walker County $434,131 to fund the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail, a means to not only enhance outdoor recreational opportunities for residents but also connect visitors of the park to the downtown area.

Fun fact: The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park saw over one million visitors in 2023.

“This project will significantly impact our community by linking a population center with a popular natural and cultural asset,” said Chair of the Walker County Board of Commissioners Shannon Whitfield.

NOOGAtoday | Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail

The trail will aim to provide additional access to the natural assets in north Georiga.

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Photo provided by Walker County Government

Currently, a major highway stands in between the battlefield and other parts of the community, meaning folks have to use their vehicles to travel to and from the sites.

The one-mile, multi-use pathway will provide a safer pathway for pedestrians + cyclists by connecting two existing surfaced trails — completing a 2.2-mile trail from the Chickamauga Battlefield (at Wilder Road) to downtown Chickamauga.

Construction on the trail is anticipated to begin as early as late summer, with a potential to be completed by the end of the year.

Folks can keep up with the project by following Walker County Government’s Facebook page for updates.
 
 
Events
 
Wednesday, May 8
  • Wednesday Jazz | Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave., Chattanooga | $10 | Enjoy an evening of music performed by the Mike Salter Quartet.
Thursday, May 9
  • Thrillville Fair | Thursday, May 9-Sunday, May 19 | Times vary | Camp Jordan Park, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy., East Ridge | $0-$45 | Ride over 30 rides, snack on fair food, play carnival games, enjoy a petting zoo, and more at this family-friendly event.
Friday, May 10
  • Free Movie Night | Friday, May 10 | 8-11 p.m. | Chester Frost Park, Buffalo Run Stage, 7989 Causeway Rd., Hixson | Free+ | Enjoy free popcorn, games, and a screening of “Finding Nemo” in the park — bring your own chairs + blankets.
Saturday, May 11
  • Dolly Day | Saturday, May 11 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Locations vary, Downtown Ringgold, GA | Free+ | Celebrate the country music star with live music, line dancing, the Dolly Dash 5K, contests, and more.
  • BrickUniverse | Saturday, May 11-Sunday, May 12 | Times vary | Chattanooga Convention Center, 1 Carter St., Chattanooga | $16.90-$34.09 | Join fellow enthusiasts to see LEGO works of art created by artists from around the country + have a chance to build your own masterpiece.
  • SAFE and Conservation Awareness Days | Saturday, May 11 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave., Chattanooga | Price of admission | Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day + highlight the importance of conservation work in our community and beyond.
  • Chattanooga Lookouts Princess Knight | Saturday, May 11 | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Field, 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga | $6-$11 | Meet + greet your favorite princesses at this fairy tale-inspired theme night.*
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News Notes
 
Traffic
  • Due to renovations and construction on UTC’s campus housing, University Street (between East 8th and Flynn Streets) + Campus Drive (between McCallie Avenue and East 8th Street) will be closed now through Friday, Aug. 2. Note: The south sidewalk on McCallie Avenue will also be closed.
Announced
  • A launch meeting for this year’s Make Music Day (slated for Friday, June 21) will be held via Zoom tomorrow, May 9 at 10 a.m. Those interested in participating as hosts or musicians can register online for the meeting. Stay tuned for full event details in a future newsletter.
Biz
  • The Enterprise Center was recently awarded $1.9 million in state grants to expand its Tech Goes Home program. The funds will be used to provide 3,300 residents across 10 counties (from Hamilton to Grundy) with digital literacy training and workforce development initiatives.
Cause
  • The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer is hosting its annual “Monday After the Masters” fundraising golf tournament on Monday, May 13 at the Farm Golf Club in nearby Dalton, GA. While registration is full, folks can still stop by the tournament to bid on the nonprofit’s silent auction.
Edu
  • UTC recently received a ~$150,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, which will help create an Environmental Studies major at the university. The first year of this three-year project will be “dedicated to passing the curriculum for the program to launch in 2025.” (University of Tennessee Chattanooga)
Outdoors
  • Tennessee State Parks has announced its “Salute to Service” days, offering complimentary camping and golf to veterans. From August through June 2026, “on each service branch birthday leading up to the 250th Anniversary of the US,” veterans can enjoy a free one-night stay and waived green fees.
Festival
Wellness
  • Purple Carrot delivers plant-based meals right to your door. This month’s chef-prepared meal kits are spring-themed + filled with seasonal ingredients (think: Super Greens Fried Rice with Peanut Drizzle).*
 
 
Theater
 
🎭 What’s on CTC’s upcoming playbill?
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga Theatre Centre
See what’s in store for CTC’s upcoming season. | Photo provided by Chattanooga Theatre Centre
Exciting news, theater-goers. The Chattanooga Theatre Centre (CTC) has released the production lineup for its 101st season. Folks will be able to see 10 productions starting in September and running through August 2025.

There will be a mix of productions suitable for different ages, including three titles performed by CTC’s youth theater program.

Want to go ahead and snag your seats? You can purchase individual tickets or a 101st Season Anytime Ticket Package (which comes in bundles of four, six, eight, or 10).

Bonus: Package holders also receive up to 20% off the ticket price, a year-round parking pass + discounts on other CTC events.
 
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Which theater production are you most looking forward to seeing?
 
The Buy
 
Sunglasses under $100, because we’re heading into the brightest months of the year (yay). We like these tortoiseshell Ray-Bans or this cat-eye Jimmy Choo pair.
 
 
The Wrap
 
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I recently stopped by The Barn Nursery to pick up some soil for my upcoming gardening endeavors. If you’re looking to get plants + materials for the summertime, head over to their Instagram page to check out the “Barn Buster Pricing” posts — there are some pretty solid deals you can take advantage of.
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