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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.
December 15, 2025 02:26 PM
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Go on an exploration with Chattanooga Tourism Co.’s Spring Break Safari
Get ready for Spring Break fun with the Chattanooga Tourism Co. and local attractions.
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The need-to-knows of Con Nooga 2024
Con Nooga is returning this weekend to take over the Chattanooga Convention Center, and we’re here to help you get all the important information you need.
February 20, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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Get ready for the Road to Nightfall
Registration is now open for local bands to participate in the annual Road to Nightfall competition.
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Change with the Rock City Seasons
Lookout Mountain attraction Rock City recently announced it will bring intentionality with its programming based on the seasons. Read on for the changes you can expect as Rock City Seasons takes over the grounds.
February 6, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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City Editor Kristen’s 28 favorite things in Chattanooga
To celebrate her 28th birthday, City Editor Kristen wanted to share her 28 favorite things about Chattanooga.
February 5, 2024
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Chattanooga Zoo releases 2024 schedule of conservation days
Visit the zoo on these days to learn more about the zoo’s conservation and preservation efforts.
February 1, 2024
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Ruby Falls debuts Skyline Lofts
The Skyline Loft venue space is the newest addition to Ruby Falls.
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Holiday help: Where to take visitors this season
Have friends or family in town this year? We’re here to help plan their visit.
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Kristen Templeton
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