From Chattanooga’s waterways to sloths that can be found around the globe, UTC’s staff is on the path of discovery. | Photo by Angela Foster via UTC
We’re taking you to the labs today. UTC has been making national headlines over the last few months for research being done by its professors. Let’s learn something new from four unique studies.
Assistant Professor Dr. Rich Walker (Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science) was recently awarded a $5,000 grant to continue his research on how cicada broods can affect aquatic species.
During the super brood of 2024, Walker and a team traveled to Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa to study freshwater streams. Once he relocated to Chattanooga, he continued researching our local waterways. With the grant, Walker will implement a streamside mesocosm — an enclosed outdoor environment that mimics natural conditions — to simulate cicada decomposition, determining the ripple effects of the surge of nutrients and carbon that fall into the streams.
Assistant Professor Rahul R. Bhosale (Department of Civil and Chemical Engineering) will use a $199,734 grant to research renewable energy systems — particularly those focused on global challenges related to energy, materials + the environment.
If you were in college today, which department would you want to study under?
A. Department of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science B. Department of Civil and Chemical Engineering C. Department of Engineering Management and Technology D. Other
Scott Miller | 7 p.m. | Songbirds | $25 | Come out for an intimate show with this singer-songwriter who was inducted into the East Tennessee Writers Hall of Fame.
Thursday, June 26
Take A Break | 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Miller Park | Free+ | Step away from the monitors and take your lunch break in the park with food truck offerings from Kosha Hibachi & California Smothered Burritos.
Margaritaville Night | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Field | $8+ | Watch the sun bake + the Lookouts take on the Blue Wahoos during this specially-themed Thirsty Thursday — you can even purchase a Hawaiian Shirt Ticket Package.
Friday, June 27
Make Your Own Ceramic Wall Pocket | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery | $66 | Learn hand-building techniques to craft and decorate a unique piece for your wall, including choosing your glaze colors.
Bieber and a Beat | 9 p.m. | Barrelhouse Ballroom | $15+ | Keep an eye out for Selener + dance to a Justin Bieber party with a DJ who will be spinning all of the hits, including music from One Direction, Miley Cyrus, and more.
Saturday, June 28
Wellness Way | 9 a.m. | Renaissance Park | Free | Celebrate Black Men’s Mental Health Day with a morning of yoga, meditation with a drum circle + a nature walk.
Fungus Among Us | 1-2:30 p.m. | Greenway Farms | $29 | Take to the woods with local environmental educator and mycologist Skye Webb to locate + learn about different mushrooms.
Get ready for effortlessly elegant summer entertaining with seasonal goods from Haley Reynolds Home. | Photos provided by Haley Reynolds Home
If you’re hosting Fourth of July celebrations, graduation parties, or any kind of summer soiree, get inspired to impress your guests with these Haley Reynolds Home finds.
Drop in to their Summer Sip & Shop event on Saturday, June 28 to find everything you need to create vibrant summer tablescapes, like:
We know you’re feeling these high temps — the East Tennessee Valley is currently under a heat advisory + Hamilton County EMS is sharing some tips on how to prepare. You can also help connect folks in need to the Salvation Army of Chattanooga’s Beat the Heat resources.
Closing
Taco Mac + Thai Smile on Market Street are joining Ernest Chinese in closing their doors permanently. While Taco Mac — a Tex-Mex spot — already served its last customers, you can head over to Thai Smile until Sunday, July 6. (Local 3)
Open
Okay, now here’s some food scene news that’s more on the positive side. Taco Mamacita has reopened its NorthShore location after closing for renovations in December. Pro tip: You can make any taco at this Tex-Mex spot into a bowl.
Civic
District 6 City Council member Jenni Berz will host a summit at the Family Justice Center tomorrow, starting at 8:15 a.m. RSVP to attend the breakfast + networking event where you’ll hear about projects centered around public safety, job creation, housing, transportation, and more.
Cause
Bye, bye miss American Pie, and hi, hi miss Patriotic Pie. MoonPie will match designated Mini MoonPie donations placed through Friday, July 4 + ship fresh batches to active-duty service members via the USO. Send the troops a care package.
Arts
Thanks to a sponsorship from the First Horizon Foundation, those ages 17 and under can visit the Hunter Museum of American Art for free. The admission is applicable to see all exhibitions + participate in programming like Sunday Studios and Art After Dark.
Try This
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your job on NOOGAtoday Job Board and get connected to top local talent. Psst — it’s completely free.
Post of the Day
A year ago, we welcomed Pilatus into the Scenic City, marking the first red panda cub to be born at the Chattanooga Zoo in eight years. Now, it’s time to say goodbye.
Pilatus will be relocated to the Beardsley Zoo in Connecticut to keep its one-year-old female, Ponya, company as part of the Red Panda Species Survival Plan. You can say goodbye by heading to a farewell party on Friday, June 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. Bonus: There will be a raffle where one lucky guest will get to meet Pilatus + feed him grapes through a wild encounter.
Printer ink that’s shipped to your house when you’re running low (yes, it’s a thing). HP Instant Ink makes printing worry-free by delivering ink before you run out automatically. Save up to 50% compared to buying cartridges the old-fashioned way.*
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Not to fangirl, but one of my favorite bands, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, has added Chattanooga to their “Thanks For Coming” tour + will be playing at Memorial Auditorium in October. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. — I’ve seen them live twice, and you don’t want to miss it.
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