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Stay cool, Chattanooga
The Blue Hole is great, but so are several other swimming holes in our area. | Photo by Ryan Maum provided by Chattanooga Tourism Co.
In case you missed it, the popular Blue Hole is closed for improvements and won’t reopen for about a year. Lucky for us, there are several other swimming holes to help you beat the heat this summer. Big Soddy Creek Gulf | 11721 Back Valley Rd. | Take a trip along a five-mile out-and-back hiking trail, with multiple stopping points where you can take a dip.
Suck Creek | Suck Creek Road | With several access points around Signal Mountain, this spot offers a great area for hiking and swimming.
Chester Frost Park | 2277 Gold Point Cir. N. | Enjoy a day at the “beach” without having to drive farther than Hixson.
Rainbow Lake | 304 Ohio Ave. | If you don’t mind a steep hike down and back up, you can enjoy this swimming hole near a dam and waterfall.
Nickajack Lake | Near TVA Road | Grab your paddles or fishing gear for a day out on the lake.
A quick round of routine visits — like dental cleanings or a primary care check-up — can help you feel your best for all those warm-weather plans.
Chattanoogans can explore a range of options to support their health journey at Cempa Community Care. You’ll find primary care, dental, and behavioral health services all in one place, so you can get what you need without running all over town. Read: More convenience, less hassle (and more time for the pool).
Additionally, in-house pharmacies make it easy to access necessary medications without additional stops. By integrating various services, healthcare providers simplify scheduling and enhance care quality.
Two Ten Jack has closed its doors after more than a decade in Warehouse Row downtown. In an Instagram post, the Japanese restaurant shared that it never fully recovered from the pandemic, and rising costs ultimately led to the closure.
Active
St. Elmo Flow, a free yoga series, has its next class this Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m. at St. Elmo Park. It’s open to all ages and experience levels. Can’t make it this weekend? It will continue the next four Saturdays — same time, same place.
Outdoors
The Fourth Street exit to downtown Chattanooga has gotten quite the glow-up. Don’t just take our word for it — check out the before-and-after. It’s the first site in a beautification pilot project, and the MLK Boulevard exit is up next. (Chattanoogan)
Try This
Got any unused or expired medication lying around? Get rid of them safely between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. this Saturday, April 25 — National Drug Take Back Day. Hamilton County has several drop-off locations. (Local 3 News)
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60 minutes. That’s how much daylight Chattanooga will gain throughout April, ushering in longer, sun-soaked evenings. Translation: It’s officially patio season, so make plans to enjoy dinner al fresco at one of these local restaurants.
Outdoors
Tonight is the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, which will last until Thursday, April 30. If you want to see it, use this map to find the darkest skies within driving range. The best option appears to be Huckleberry Knob Trail in North Carolina. (USA Today)
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Make the most of your summer by registering for classes at ChattState. The summer term begins on Monday, May 11, and applications are open until Friday, May 8. Courses are offered in three-week to 13-week sessions, in both in-person and online formats.*
The Buy
Three can’t-live-without products we wish we knew about sooner:
🧼 Designed with pet owners in mind, these washing machine cleaning tablets remove built up odor and hair.
🍖 Perfect for grilling season, this silicone basting brush makes it easy to add oil, butter, or your favorite sauce to items while they’re cooking.
👚 Coined as an iron in a bottle, Downy’s wrinkle release spray is the easiest way to ensure you never leave the house looking less than polished.
CARTA is testing some new technology, and it’s all powered by the sun. One addition is the “Sol Stop” that lets riders rest while providing some extra light at night. The other is an e-reader that provides route info and real-time arrival updates. See where you can find the new tech around town.
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