Tourism and Hospitality

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Culture

Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Chattanooga

Dining in Chattanooga is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

January 28, 2026 01:28 PM

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Events

Keep your spirits high at this year’s Tennessee Whiskey Festival

Sip your way through some of the best spirits Tennessee has to offer in the Choo Choo Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 26.

October 21, 2024

Kristen Templeton

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Take a road trip to the Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort

Hit the road and head to Robbinsville, NC — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.

October 15, 2024

Haley Bartlett

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Events

The Lookout Comedy Festival returns for the laughs in 2024

You’ll want to stick around for the punchline as this four-day festival brings in comedy talent from across the nation.

October 11, 2024

Haley Bartlett

City

What Trostyanets Mayor Yuriy Bova has to say about Chattanooga

We sat down with the mayor of the war-torn Ukrainian town of Trostyanets to get an update on the community-led group that was founded last year.

October 9, 2024

Haley Bartlett

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Travel and Outdoors

All aboard: How to ride Amtrak as a Chattanoogan

Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.

October 7, 2024

Brianna Williams

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Events

Cruise over to the annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival

Get ready for a classic weekend in the Scenic City as this annual event returns to the West Village on Friday, Oct. 11 through Sunday, Oct. 13, bringing luxury cars downtown.

October 7, 2024

Haley Bartlett

Culture

What to expect from the Locals Only Music Festival

Five Wits Brewing Co. + Barrelhouse Ballroom is hosting the first annual Locals Only Music Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13, featuring local area musicians and vendors.

September 26, 2024

Kristen Templeton

City

Hamilton County tourism generates over $1.73 billion

We’re breaking down the 2023 Economic Impact on Travel Report by the number.

September 10, 2024

Kristen Templeton

Editors Kristen + Haley holding care packages they built with local goods and gifts.

Culture

Building a care package with Locals Only Gifts & Goods

Looking to show some love to your friends and family? Join City Editors Kristen + Haley in building care packages with only local gifts and goods.

September 3, 2024

Haley Bartlett

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