It was all smiles as the dirt flew at Station 33 in St. Elmo on Saturday, Dec. 13. | Photo by Mark Gilliland via Trust for Public Land
The Tennessee Riverwalk is one of the Scenic City’s best assets, and pretty soon, more Chattanoogans will have easy access to it. Enter: The Alton Park Connector.
What is it?
It’s a 2.6-mile trail that’ll connect South Chattanooga communities like Alton Park, Clifton Hills, and East Lake to the Riverwalk.
“The connector will help residents get to parks, schools, jobs, and essential services more safely and easily while opening doors for new economic activity and community investment,” said Mayor Tim Kelly.
What’s happening now?
Construction is underway after city officials and the Trust for Public Land (TPL) broke ground last month. Phase 1, connecting Broad Street and St. Elmo Avenue, is expected to wrap up this summer.
How’s Phase 1 being funded?
Construction for Phase 1 will be paid for with city funds and a $500,000 grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
Winner of every Best Musical award, including the Tony®, Grammy®, and London’s Olivier Award, “Kinky Boots” captivates and entertains audiences around the world with a Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and original direction and Tony-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell. | Photos by Matthew Murphy
Looking for the perfect night out? “Kinky Boots” delivers joy from the first note to the final bow.
With dazzling choreography, show-stopping numbers, and heart to spare, this big Broadway hit is guaranteed to lift your spirits (high kicks + high heels included).Bursting with joy, heart, and unmistakable Cyndi Lauper flair, this score will stay in your head — and your heart — long after the curtain falls.
Snag tickets to this unforgettable night of theater on stage at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium stage Friday, Jan. 16 through Sunday, Jan. 18 below.
Nightcap Cocktails and Sweets has closed less than a year after opening in West Village. While it’s never easy to say goodbye, there’s already buzz about what’s next for the downtown spot — a piano bar and speakeasy-style cocktail lounge is rumored to be moving in. Stay tuned.
Traffic
Drivers rejoice — the finish line is in sight for construction on the I-75/I-24 interchange. Crews still need to wrap up paving, drainage, and wall work, but the goal is to be done by spring. Read where things stand near the interchange by Hamilton Place mall. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Real Estate
A new partnership aims to add more mixed-income housing across Chattanooga. Invest Chattanooga will work with American South Capital Partners to build apartments that will stay affordable over time. The first projects are expected to start taking shape this year. (Chattanoogan)
Quoted
“Any time we can acquire property [near] the airport…for future development, we do try to buy that,” said Chattanooga Airport CEO April Cameron. The airport recently bought the University Motors property on Lee Highway, but doesn’t have any immediate plans for it. See what is in the works. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Edu
The Chattery is coming home.Classes will resume Monday, Jan. 12 at its original Southside location: 1800 Rossville Ave. While it’s the same address, it’s a whole new space, rebuilt after an August 2024 fire and now double the size.
Environment
Red Bank is looking for volunteers to help clean up the community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The cleanup will be Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sign up online.
Health
Know anyone who’s under the weather? Erlanger says flu cases are surging in Chattanooga right now. The health system is reminding the community to get flu shots, keep those hands washed and sanitized, and cover your mouth when you cough. (Chattanoogan)
The Buy
Don’t let chilly temps keep you cooped up all winter. Bundle up with one of our favorite scarves:
Anyone love a mood board? The City of Chattanooga certainly does. Take a look at what it hopes to accomplish in 2026. If we’re being honest, we’re most excited about the Walnut Street Bridge reopening in the fall.
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