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How Chattanooga is preparing for power outages
What TVA and EPB are doing to get ready for this weekend’s winter weather.
January 22, 2026 02:28 PM
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Sarah Dickson
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Sports
Chattanooga’s Olgiati Bridge to become a SportSpot
River City Co. is bringing a new pop-up series to the Riverfront District — this time with sports, so get ready to play.
September 3, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Concert
City
Music venue assessment unveils need for new outdoor amphitheater
The findings of the Music Venue Needs Assessment have been released, unveiling a need for a new outdoor amphitheater in Chattanooga.
August 30, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Two yurts with greenish blue siding and white roofs with decks that overlook the water
Travel and Outdoors
Chester Frost Park debuts waterfront yurts + fishing pier
This lakeside park in nearby Hixson has added a new way for folks to enjoy its campgrounds — check out what you can expect.
August 26, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Chatt Town Cool Down
Culture
Beat the heat with Chatt Town Cool Down event
Celebrate the end of summer with water-based events along Chattanooga’s riverside.
August 21, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Swimming
Travel and Outdoors
Remembering Chattanooga’s hottest days on record
Chattanooga’s hottest day on record was July 1, 2012, when the Scenic City hit 107 °.
August 16, 2024
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Students walking in a museum
Culture
Field trip season has begun with ArtsBuild’s “Imagine!” program
ArtsBuild has partnered with seven organizations around the Scenic City to bring arts education to elementary school children — find out how to sign up for a field trip.
August 12, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Over 10 hot air balloons of bright colors floating in the sky in a field as the sun goes down
Travel and Outdoors
Hit the road to the Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival
Float to the sky with us as this annual hot air balloon festival makes its return in nearby Townsend.
August 8, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | outdoor programming
Culture
Outdoors program launched to benefit local area youth
Learn more about this youth outdoors program aimed at providing experiences that benefit physical and mental health.
August 7, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
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The Africa Cape section at the Chattanooga Zoo with gates and a giraffe statue.
Culture
Chattanooga Zoo’s Cape of Africa section opens Saturday, Aug. 31
The $3.9 million expansion will be the Chattanooga Zoo’s biggest addition and feature several new animals guests can visit.
August 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Foodie Favs: Pasta in Chattanooga
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June 16, 2025
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Meet Swimply: the Airbnb of pools
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Celebrating the Chattanooga LGBTQ+ community through the arts
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Two men face a vintage steam locomotive marked "Southern 630." Nearby, videographers film, creating an atmosphere of historical and technical interest.
Culture
Locally made documentary on American railways hits Amazon
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June 10, 2025
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A vibrant swing ride at an amusement park spins riders in colorful seats against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, conveying excitement and joy.
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Step right up to the inaugural River City Fair in Chattanooga
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June 9, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Three singers perform energetically on stage, wearing colorful varsity jackets. Vibrant cityscape backdrop and stage lights add excitement to their act.
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Chattanooga R&B group CitiLimitz makes it on “America’s Got Talent”
This local group comprising three brothers is trading in the Scenic City for the stages in California.
June 5, 2025
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Shop around these farmers markets in Chattanooga
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NOOGAtoday | Mountain biking trails
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Protecting Chattanooga’s trails for National Trails Day
Give back to the trails you love to walk on by volunteering with local organizations.
June 3, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
Lavender fields at Flat Top Mountain Farm during a sunset
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4 places to experience lavender season in Chattanooga
We’re taking you all on a trip to the lavender fields this season — read along for local farms offering a chance to pick the blooms.
June 2, 2025
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A bunch of round sourdough loaves on a table.
Food
Join the sourdough revolution in Chattanooga
The bread type is reaching new heights in popularity, and we’re here to help you find the best loaves in the Scenic City, or start making your own.
May 29, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell