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We’re hoping this adorable rodent brings good news today. | Photo provided by Anthony Quintano via Wikimedia Commons
Groundhog Day, when Punxsutawney Phil emerges to predict whether we’ll be shivering for another six weeks. The tradition dates back to Feb. 2, 1887, when a Pennsylvania newspaper editor crowned the groundhog the official predictor of an early spring.
But Groundhog Day also brings to mind the 1993 movie of the same name, where Bill Murray’s character gets stuck reliving the same day over and over again. That got us thinking: If you could relive one day in Chattanooga, what would it be and why?
Editor Sarah here: I’ll go first. I’d relive Friday, June 15, 2012 — the night the Goo Goo Dolls headlined Riverbend Festival. Watch this shaky video to reminisce with me. I danced with my best friend, scream-sang every lyric at the Coca-Cola Stage, and wolfed down a footlong corndog to recharge. It was perfect.
Events
Events
Monday, Feb. 2
Spanish Circle Time | 10:30-11 a.m. | Katie Lamb Public Library, Ooltewah | Free
It’s official — Chattanooga will be the base camp for Spain’s National Football Team during the first rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer. The top-ranked team will use Baylor School’s facilities for training before playing its first two matches in Atlanta on Monday, June 15 and Sunday, June 21. (Local 3 News)
Transit
CARTA is asking the City of Chattanooga to consider an ordinance that would allow the agency to boot vehicles with large numbers of unpaid parking tickets. CEO Charles Frazier says some drivers have more than 100 unpaid tickets, contributing to ongoing financial losses for the agency. (WDEF and Chattanoogan)
Coming Soon
Attack of the Tatsu is expanding with a new restaurant next door called Mumashika, opening in late March. Located in the former Lil Mama’s space, the dinner-only restaurant will offer a higher-end experience, with chefs cooking over a charcoal yakitori grill in front of guests. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Arts
Scenic City Clay Arts will no longer purchase a new downtown facility that was slated to open this spring. SCCA says it was unable to secure financing for the studio, despite raising more than $560,000 toward expansion. The organization is actively searching for a new space. (Chattanoogan)
Sports
Super Bowl LX is locked in — the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet Sunday, Feb. 8 at Levi’s Stadium in the San Francisco Bay Area. Consider this your cue to text the group chat and pick a Chattanooga sports bar for game day. (USA Today)
Mansion Monday
When you think of a private island, you probably imagine palm trees, gently lapping waves, and a favorable UV index. That’s not exactly the case with this piece of land in Maine. If you want a place with some water, check out the pool at this recently listed Chattanooga home. (Realtor.com)
Read
Irish novelist and poet James Joyce was born on this day, Feb. 2, 1882. As he once wisely said, “life is too short to read a bad book.” Find a good one instead at one of Chattanooga’s local bookstores.
Jobs
Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, our Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles + watch the applications roll in.
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of Nourish patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian covered by their insurance. You could be covered, too — check your coverage + get matched with a dietitian who can cut through the food noise and build you a plan to thrive.*
Do not try this at home. Storied rock climber Alex Honnold recently climbed the tallest skyscraper in Taiwan without ropes or a harness, and Netflix livestreamed the event. If he ever came to the Scenic City, which of our iconic landmarks would he scale? Share your thoughts.
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