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Tourism and Hospitality
Greenville, SC: The ultimate outdoor destination
Greenville, SC is filled with fun, scenic outdoor activities for the whole family.
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Lake Murray Country, SC: The perfect place to play + stay
Known as the “Jewel of South Carolina,” there’s a lot to do and see in and around Lake Murray.
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NOOGAtoday | Litter boom
Parks and Recreation
Installation of a litter boom at Chattanooga Creek
The City of Chattanooga, in partnership with WaterWays, has begun a new litter initiative to keep the Chattanooga Creek clean.
May 24, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Greeter Falls
Culture
Best practices for interacting with nature in Chattanooga
Help keep Chattanooga’s nature scenes beautiful with these pro tips.
May 11, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
The jet engine of a plane on an airfield.
Travel and Outdoors
Plan your next trip with nonstop flights from Chattanooga Airport
Pack your bags for a trip to one of these popular nonstop destinations. Plus, keep an eye out for new routes.
May 10, 2023
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Anne Tate
NOOGAtoday | Bike
City
Celebrate National Bike Month in Chattanooga, TN
Celebrate National Bike Month in Chattanooga, TN with bike-related events and programs.
May 5, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Try this: watch a movie at the drive-in
Join the Wilderness Outdoor Movie Theater for its 2023 season.
April 28, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Miller Park
Culture
Movies in the Park returns for its 2023 season
Bring your friends and family to watch a movie for free in some of Chattanooga’s parks.
April 19, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
A small white AirFly device next to a passport, headphones, ear buds, and a plane ticket.
Airports and Transportation
Don’t board an airplane without this item
We’ve got a travel hack to make long flights more bearable — meet the Airfly wireless audio transmitter.
April 18, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
MKT Butterfly Milkweed
Travel and Outdoors
Become an expert on native flowers
Keep local love growing this spring with local plants.
April 18, 2023
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Dayten Rose
NOOGAtoday | Coolidge Park
Travel and Outdoors
30+ parks in Chattanooga, TN
We’re highlighting the 30+ best parks that Chattanooga, TN has to offer — complete with playgrounds, walking trails, and historical spots.
April 13, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGA.Ellijay
Travel and Outdoors
The ultimate road trip to Ellijay, GA
Hit the road and head to Ellijay, GA — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 12, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
Ross's Landing trees
Parks and Recreation
Painted trees in Ross’s Landing
Em-bark on a journey with us to reveal why Ross’s Landing is filled with painted trees.
April 4, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
See Rock City barn
Parks and Recreation
Rock City barn gets a commemorative makeover
The See Rock City barn attraction celebrates its 90th anniversary with a fresh coat of paint.
March 31, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
Brown entrance sign surrounded by trees reading "Mammoth Cave National Park" in white letters.
Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
March 31, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Parks and Recreation
Hiking guide for Chattanooga, TN
Check out these 17 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Chattanooga, TN for outdoor adventures.
March 29, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
Two women kayaking on a river
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3 reasons to plan a trip to Columbia, SC
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A boat on the harbor during the Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival.
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Here’s why you should visit Mount Pleasant, SC 👀
These can’t-miss festivals make for fun seasonal adventures.
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Culture
Spring equinox in Chattanooga, TN
Visit a local park, participate in a community event, or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
March 6, 2023
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Emily Shea
A parade during Artisphere in Downtown Greenville
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Spring getaway: 6 Greenville, SC events worth traveling for
Pack your bags, NOOGA — we’re heading to Greenville.
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A two way, narrow bike lane with bicycle symbols and arrows indicating directions.
Travel and Outdoors
How much of your day can you spend on a bike in Chattanooga?
We take a look at our bicycling infrastructure and how we can make the area more bikeable.
February 27, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Enroll in TSA PreCheck ahead of spring travel
Apply online and visit a local enrollment center ahead of spring and summer travel.
February 23, 2023
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Emily Shea
NOOGAtoday | The Crash Pad
Culture
Chattanooga hostel The Crash Pad is up for international award
Chattanooga’s The Crash Pad has been nominated for a HOSCARS award.
February 22, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
A heap of tomatoes and vegetation in a dark brown wooden bin outside.
Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Chattanooga
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
February 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Make the most of the coast in Mount Pleasant, SC 🏖️
Here are four ways to enjoy this slice of coastal paradise
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A bicycle symbol painted on the street.
Airports and Transportation
New US bike route goes through Chattanooga
A new US Bicycle Route designated trail takes cyclists from the Kentucky border through Knoxville and into Chattanooga.
January 20, 2023
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Brianna Williams
people ice skating on an outdoor ice rink.
Travel and Outdoors
Your vacation itinerary for Chattanooga: winter edition
Have family coming in town for the holidays? We’re helping you make plans to keep them occupied.
November 14, 2022
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Brianna Williams
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Airports and Transportation
Tips for the Chattanooga Airport
To help make your entire process at the Chattanooga Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s eight nonstop flights.
September 19, 2022
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Brianna Williams
Food
Hit the Road: a foodie foray to Birmingham, AL
August 5, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Ocoee, TN
July 7, 2022
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noogatoday
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Outdoors
Hit the Road: An outdoor adventure to Highlands, NC
June 10, 2022
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Kristen Templeton
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