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Chattanooga’s do’s and don’ts

Unwritten rules of Chattanooga
The Walnut Street Bridge during sunset
Every Chattanoogan knows the Walnut Street Bridge is the scenic place to be, but what are the other unsaid rules? | Photo by @wandering.anhbao
Whether you were born in Scenic City or a relative newcomer, there are just some things every Chattanoogan understands to be true.

We asked our readers to share Chattanooga’s unwritten rules, from common city knowledge to relatable trends and local lingo. You won’t find these rules in a handbook, but they are undoubtedly absorbed by the community — and if you’re not from Chattanooga, these might be a little difficult to explain.

The unspoken rule everyone knows

“Rule #1: Chatt-a-noo-ga has *four* syllables. Not three… four.” — WTVC NewsChannel 9

We’ve learned a thing or two from commuting

“Be like the I-24/I-75 and never stop working on yourself.” — Amy M.

“If you don’t need to be on the W Road, don’t take the W Road.” — Katie R.

“Honking in tunnels for fun and friendly back-n-forth.” — Kristin S.

“Know where the free parking is and if you give yourself enough time to circle the block you’ll find a spot. Haven’t paid for parking in YEARS.” — @shopsugardaddy

“Get @bikechattanooga‘s early pass for $50 instead of buying individual rides.” — @waltbfilmin

NOOGAtoday | Roads and buildings at sunset

Need more driving tips? Lots of our followers seem to recommend the zipper merge method.

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Photo by @emily_k_lester

Sometimes you just have to laugh

“Breathe through your mouth in Southside.” — @whatkaitmakes

Chattanoogan pro tips

“Going to the farmers markets and getting awesome food products. They taste better, they are healthier, you get to shop outside, chat with interesting people and support local businesses.” — @theluckycajun

“Don’t miss the FREE 3 Sisters Bluegrass Festival… always the first weekend in October at Ross’s Landing.” — @lizzergraham

“Mmmm...probably dropping the corporate bank account and joining a local credit union that invests back into the community!” — @tvfcu

“LIVE LOCAL MUSIC!!!” — @_fawley

We remember when...

“Unspoken rule was that even if you didn’t buy a flower from Sandy, he’d give it to you for free.” — Wendy F.
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Events
Monday, Aug. 19
  • Puzzling Adventures | Monday, Aug. 19 | 160 Riverfront Pkwy. | $50-$95 | Take a self-guided 2.5-mile scavenger hunt around downtown Chattanooga to learn facts + discover corners of the city — cost is per team.
  • Yoga for EveryBODY | Monday, Aug. 19 | 5-6 p.m. | Chattanooga Fitness Center | Free | All skill levels are welcome to enjoy a class with other community members — bring your own mat and water.
Tuesday, Aug. 20
  • Night Ranger | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Walker Theatre | $60-$112 | Spend an evening back in the 1980s with this American hard rock band known for hits like “Sister Christian.”
Wednesday, Aug. 21
  • Computer Literacy Workshops | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 10-11 a.m. | American Job Center | Free | Learn the basic functions of your computer, from navigating the keyboard to saving files, through hands-on activities.
  • Culinary for Adults | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Creative Arts Guild | $80 | Join Chef Courtney Coffey for a hands-on instructional class on preparing Southeast Asian small plates while sampling flavorful dishes.
Thursday, Aug. 22
  • ChattaBrunch Food Tour | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 11 a.m. | Locations vary, Chattanooga | $109 | Travel to three local spots along the city’s Historic District to enjoy food, art, history + mimosas.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Outdoors
  • As Chattanooga works to become the first National Park City in the US, the city is seeking letters from community leaders + organizations, sharing ideas and assets from neighborhoods that could help the initiative. Use a template or write your own by Saturday, Aug. 31 and share via email.
Number
  • $2.9 million. That’s how much the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development will award seven teams a part of the Transportation Network Growth Opportunity. Notably, UTC will use funds to demonstrate “Electrovia’s system, efficiently charging medium-and heavy-duty vehicles in dynamic and stop-and-go scenarios.”
Environment
  • If you’re looking to learn more about the quality of our waterways + impacts to the area, check out The Land Trust for Tennessee’s newest water quality analysis for the state. Notably, Chattanooga shows some of the most impaired impervious surfaces within stream buffers, but the highest quality for agricultural runoff.
Biz
  • EPB has appointed Janet Rehberg as president of its newly created Strategic Initiatives business unit. Rehberg will work to ensure the unit, established to keep Chattanooga “on the cutting edge,” is spearheading future-facing initiatives that benefit the community.
Watch
  • Local station WTCI PBS will host a special broadcast of feature film “The Light We Share” on Thursday, Aug. 29. The film follows 50 Chattanooga artists through dance, music, visual art, etc., showcasing the tales of everyday life. Bonus: See the making of the film in a documentary by WTCI right after the broadcast.
Community
  • Remember us talking about the decline of Reflection Riding’s treehouse? Well, we’re rooting for this update — the treehouse is now open back up to the public + the nature center wants to hear from you. Share your memories and suggestions for the tree’s future.
Try This
  • Itching for an adventure? Build your dream excursion at Reflection Riding’s new Behind the Scenes Experience and go face-to-face with animal ambassadors, canoe down Lookout Creek, conquer challenging hikes, and more.*
 
Business

📰 This week in business:

Fastest growing companies in Chattanooga
Chattanooga
See who’s the best in the biz. | Photo by Tyler Johnston
15 local companies made the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, determined by the percentage of revenue growth over three years. Meet the top five local growing companies that made the cut.

No. 416 — Big Sky Landscapes
  • Est. 2019
  • Industry: Construction
  • Growth: 1,066%
  • What they do: Provide landscaping installation for residential and commercial properties.
No. 735 — MOCA Logistics
  • Est. 2018
  • Industry: Logistics + transportation
  • Growth: 654%
  • What they do: Design, build, and equip state-of-the-art facilities + provide third-party logistics in the e-commerce space.
No. 1,038 — Steam Logistics
  • Est. 2012
  • Industry: Logistics + transportation
  • Growth: 491%
  • What they do: Third-party logistics provider offering multi-modal solutions globally.
No. 2,283 — Waypoint TV
  • Est. 2016
  • Industry: Media
  • Growth: 228%
  • What they do: Streaming service featuring outdoor lifestyle, fishing, and hunting programming.
No. 2,640 — Taimen Transport
  • Est. 2012
  • Industry: Logistics + transportation
  • Growth: 193%
  • What they do: Provide world-class technology for shippers + carriers.
See who else made the ranks
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Today’s edition by:
Haley
From the editor
If you’ve noticed anything about me, it’s probably that I love markets and thrifting. I’ve been patiently waiting for the next Chattanooga Vintage Market to take over Coolidge Park — thankfully I only have to wait until this weekend on Sunday, Aug. 25.
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