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Local love: NOOGAtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
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Laura Figi
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Local libations: A round of Chattanooga-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Chattanooga nod there — these craft beers found around Scenic City take local pride seriously.
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Monica Garske
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
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Monica Garske
NOOGAtoday | Overlooked Materials
City
Glass recycling options expand in Chattanooga
Learn more about Overlooked Materials, a local company bringing curbside glass recycling services to residents and businesses in Chattanooga.
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Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Chattanooga, TN from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
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Monica Garske
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Happy hauling: flea markets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in Chattanooga
Here’s the deal — the flea markets and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Scenic City.
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NOOGAtoday | HEADSPA'ce
City
Try This: Head treatment and massage at HEADSPA’ce
Check out the recently opened HEADSPA’ce, a head spa in St. Elmo that specializes in a variety of services.
June 26, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Small Business
Supporting local through Rêve Coffee and Books
A new coffee (and book) shop has come to town in the Hixson area, let us brew the details for you.
June 25, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Food
Coming Soon: The Chattanooga Vegan Chef Challenge
See local chefs compete for the most creative + delicious plant-based menu options during the inaugural Chattanooga Vegan Chef Challenge.
June 24, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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Food
Taste the local flavors of Clumpies Maker’s Collection
Celebrate Clumpies Ice Cream Co.'s 25th anniversary with a special Maker’s Collection pint pack, featuring products from local businesses.
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