The University of Tennessee’s Pride of the Southland Marching Band will perform at Finley Stadium this Friday, November 15, at 12:00 pm.Each year, the University of Tennessee Vols and the University of Georgia Bulldogs football teams play each other in November, and as UTK travels to Athens this year, the Pride of the Southland Band will stop in Chattanooga to perform.This Friday, the Pride of the Southland Marching Band will perform a concert including fan favorites. The event is hosted by Chattanooga UT Knoxville Alumni Chapter and the Office of Alumni Relations.For those interested in attending:This is a free event that ...read more...

The theme for Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!"The Chattanooga Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association, the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 100 years, to promote this year’s FPW campaign. The campaign works to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in their home.According to NFPA, smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (54 percent). Meanwhile, roughly three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no ...read more...

Office Furniture MarketThe office furniture market is estimated to be valued at USD 67.08 Bn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 99.53 Bn by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% from 2024 to 2031.The latest market intelligence report published by CMI with the title "Global Office Furniture Market 2024, Growth Opportunities, and Forecast" provides actionable insights on Consumer Goods industry. The report provides demand analysis, industry insights, competitive intelligence, and customer database.The Research report on Office Furniture Market presents a complete judgment of the market through strategic insights on future trends, growth factors, ...read more...

Blood Assurance of Chattanooga[1] is encouraging community members to donate blood this Labor Day by offering gift cards to all donors.Between August 26 and September 3, all donors will receive a $20 e-gift card.If you give in August, you also get a tote bag, and if in September, you will receive a '9/11 Memorial' t-shirt.You must be 17-years old, or 16-years old with parental consent, weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good health to donate."Historically, the holiday weekend sees a significant drop in blood donations," a release from the organization said. "[A]nd this can lead to critical shortages ...read more...

Delta Air Lines has announced the addition of flights from Chattanooga, enhancing connectivity to both Atlanta and Detroit. Currently, Delta operates 46 weekly departures to Atlanta. With the addition of new flights, this number will increase to 59 weekly departures. In addition, Delta will be adding another flight to Detroit, increasing service from six to 13 departures each week. "Delta is proud to expand its partnership with Chattanooga Airport by reinstating nonstop service to New York City’s LaGuardia airport and adding more daily trips to existing Detroit and Atlanta service," said David Hart, Delta's managing director – Network Planning. "With ...read more...

INTRODUCING THE LOCALS ONLY MUSIC FESTIVAL: CELEBRATING CHATTANOOGA'S HOMEGROWN TALENT Chattanooga, TN – In response to the cancellation of two of Chattanooga's major music festivals, Five Wits Brewing Company and Barrelhouse Ballroom have proudly stepped up to fill the void with the first annual Locals Only Music Festival. Taking place on October 12th and 13th, 2024, this two-day event will showcase 16 of some of the best local bands and musicians Chattanooga has to offer. "Given how Chattanooga lost its two main music festivals this past year, we decided to step up and throw one of our own," said Mike Monen. "The vision ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga fans of the city that never sleeps may lose some sleep over this news. This October, Delta Airlines will once again offer non-stop flights from the Scenic City to New York City.The flights to LaGuardia Airport will be available starting October 7th.This route was cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic.A release from Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly says "this has been a priority" for the mayor since taking office.The release points out that in addition to increasing tourism dollars for both cities, ..the flight is a key economic tool, allowing Chattanooga businesses to recruit investment and forge partnerships ...read more...

Ten years ago, the Makerspace - a place for local artists and makers to learn, create and share - opened on the fourth floor of the downtown Chattanooga Public Library.This Saturday, to celebrate that milestone, Maker Day returns to the Library from 10 AM to 5 PM.Will O’Hearn is the Library’s executive director. Chattanooga Public Libraryread more...

Climbers spend $12.6M annually in the Chattanooga area, supporting 113 jobs  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

From Chattanooga to Paris: Local boxing referee heads to the Olympics  WTVCread more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga area has a special relationship with the numbers "423".It's our area code, but in some ways, it's also our identity.However, starting in August, we're going to have to make room for a new 3-digit number: 729[1].Don't worry about your number changing, though -- 729 is only for new phone numbers.What's happening is called an area code overlay. That happens because there's only a finite number of numbers available, while demand for new phone numbers continues to go up.You may not realize it, but the 423 area code exists in 2 non-contiguous areas of Tennessee. In ...read more...

This is part of the zoo’s Hellbender Headstart program, which aims to rehabilitate the disappearing local hellbender population. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — In May, a team from the Chattanooga Zoo[1] in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and Lee University released 31 Eastern Hellbender Salamanders in the Cherokee National Forest. This is part of the zoo’s Hellbender Headstart[2] program, which aims to rehabilitate the disappearing local hellbender population. This is the largest conservation program[3] at the zoo. Efforts begin when hellbender larvae are collected in the wild to be raised at the Chattanooga Zoo. “They collect eggs and juveniles when they're ...read more...

The magic of the holiday season has arrived in Chattanooga, and residents and visitors alike are invited to embrace the spirit of the season as you journey through Chattanooga's 2023 Holiday Trail of Lights with your loved ones, showcasing the Scenic City’s fluorescent wonder and joyful experiences.The Holiday Trail of Lights features experiences with millions of twinkling lights throughout Chattanooga’s top attractions. Climb aboard for a festively decorated train ride; zip around the rink at Ice on the Landing; take in a live performance of The Nutcracker ballet; drive through holiday-themed light displays; and more. From Santa sightings and Christmas ...read more...

Friends of the Festival announced that the highly successful Riverfront Nights series will be expanded in 2024. Riverfront Nights will span “Fourteen Saturdays of Summer,” and will provide free music on Chattanooga’s scenic riverfront on Saturday evenings from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.Guests will enjoy offerings from food trucks, more family activities, an expanded kids play area, activities, and music that has been attracting record-breaking crowds throughout the recently ended season. Friends of the Festival also noted that they will be putting Chattanooga’s original music festival, Riverbend Festival, on hiatus for the upcoming 2024 season. “Like other independently owned and ...read more...

The 4th annual Chattanooga Motorcar Festival in the West Village is Friday at 7 p.m. Performing will be Cindy Wilson, Fred Schneider and Katie Pierson of The B-52s. photo by Courtesy of The B-52s and The Chattanooga Motorcar Festival Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Oct. 19, plus the fall music festival schedule. Check the CLM Facebook event page for details. Send your event co-host invites to Chattanooga Live Music to amplify your events.  12-Oct The FEED co. Table & Tavern with Courtney Holder 6:30 PM 12-Oct Memorial Auditorium - Travis Tritt w/ Kenny Wayne Shepherd at ...read more...

GRATEFULL, Community Thanksgiving Luncheon, set for November 16Luncheon is FREE and ALL are Welcome to AttendChattanooga, Tenn. (October 5, 2023) -- Thanksgiving is a time for gathering and celebration! Area residents along with visitors will have an opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving exactly one week before the actual holiday feasting on a traditional Thanksgiving meal at one long table at Gratefull. The citywide luncheon will be held on November 16 from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm in the middle of 200 block of East Martin Luther King Boulevard. There is no fee to attend, no expectations, and no agenda—just an open ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The first day of fall was September 23, and that means all things autumn have returned. Specifically, it is now time for fall festivals and other fall events.Here are some of the upcoming events around the Chattanooga area for this fall season.September 30October 1October 6October 6-7October 6-8Vintage Market Days[1] from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, at the Chattanooga Convention Center.October 7October 13-14Haunted Trail[2] from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Enterprise South Nature Park.October 14October 14-15Prater’s Mill Country Fair[3] from 8 a.m. until 5 ...read more...

Things get wonderfully weird around the Tennessee Aquarium during ODDtober – a month-long celebration of strange creatures from around the world and in our own backyard. Learn odd facts about Aquarium animals and look for fun fall touches inside our exhibits. See pumpkins flicker with an eerie glow, flashing along with the pulses of an Electric Eel. Find out why some “scary” species are not-so-creepy after all. At the end of your tour, grab a free sticker in the gift shop when you mention “ODDtober” (while supplies last).PLUS – Underwater pumpkin carving is back for 2023! Watch SCUBA divers slicing ...read more...

The  annual community favorite is back, with spooky fun for those 21 and up. Get ready for a scary good time as the Chattanooga Zoo invites adults (21+) to Boo’Z in the Zoo on October 19th, from 6 PM to 9 PM.WITH EVENT ADMISSION, GUESTS WILL ENJOY:The Zoo will transform with Halloween decorations, specially curated reZOOdents enrichment, animal meet and greets, photo ops with your favorite spooky characters from Magic Lamp Entertainment[1], trick-or-treat stations, costume contests, DJ dance parties with Scenic City Sounds, and more.EXTRAS:Local food vendors will be on-site with food to tantalize your taste buds! Beer, wine, and specialty cocktails will ...read more...

On Saturday, September 30, the Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, Basics Chattanooga, Safe Kids SE Coalition, and the City of Chattanooga Department of Early Learning are teaming up to host the FunFair Festival.The free event will focus on educating families about preventive measures to keep their children safe and injury-free, and have games, food, and activities for the everyone.“We hope this free event allows families to enjoy a fun day together while learning about Basics Chattanooga, which helps prepare children to have a safe and successful start in life,” says Lindsay Smith, Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator at Children’s ...read more...

Riverfront Nights continue Saturday at 6 p.m. with Southern Culture on the Skids and Paul Childers Band photo by RFN and Mark A Herndon/CLM 2023 Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Aug. 31, plus the Summer Festival schedule. Check the CLM Facebook event page for details. Send your event co-host invites to Chattanooga Live Music to amplify your events. 22-Aug 1885 Grill (St. Elmo) w/Fiesta Tuesday with Smitty at 6 PM 22-Aug Barrelhouse Ballroom The Heavy Heavy with Joelton Mayfield at 8 PM 23-Aug Barking Legs Theater w/Lisa Baker & Friends at 7 PM 23-Aug Songbirds Foundation ...read more...

Blood Assurance and Chattanooga FC (CFC) are partnering for an upcoming initiative, with an ultimate goal of raising awareness and saving lives.During Chattanooga’s home soccer game at 7 p.m. on Thursday against Apotheos FC, Blood Assurance will be the club’s Cause of the Match. Through the partnership, the blood bank is able to offer discounted tickets to the game. A portion of every ticket sale will power Blood Assurance’s lifesaving efforts in the community. Additionally, Blood Assurance representatives will be at the match, providing fans with information on the importance of donating blood.“Blood Assurance is incredibly proud to join forces ...read more...

School is back, fall sports are coming, and no doubt pumpkin spice will be seen soon, but summer is still here.Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors is inviting all to their inaugural Chatt Town Cool Down at Ross's Landing and Coolidge Park on August 25th and 26th. Chattanooga’s end-of-summer riverside celebration. Join in or spectate as they showcase various outdoor adventure and action sports:  Paddle, bike, climb, skate, water games, disc golf, music, and more! Daily activities include entry-level to expert opportunities – there’s something for everyone.This two-day event starts Friday, August 25th with a Splash Down into the Tennessee River, where you ...read more...

Blood Assurance is offering attendees at an upcoming Chattanooga health fair the opportunity to find out if they carry the trait that can lead to a devastating blood disease.The free sickle cell disease trait test will be available at this Saturday’s 22nd Annual Hamilton County Minority Health Fair. The event, being held inside the UTC University Center from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., will provide educational resources, health screenings and health insurance options to those who may not have the opportunity to access them otherwise.The CDC states that sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 Americans, and occurs among about one out of ...read more...

Find us indoors during December weekends at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Our Holiday Market features 200+ local food vendors, artists, and crafters each Saturday & Sunday in December. Offering unique gifts and festive preparations – everything you’ll need for the holiday season! Shoppers will be able to find one-of-a-kind pottery, custom pieces of art, handcrafted jewelry, local foods, natural bath and body products, locally designed and made apparel, wood furniture, and so much more. Ask vendors about commissioned pieces for that special touch. Chattanooga Holiday Market has become a shopping tradition for the whole family!Enjoy live holiday music performances daily!Saturdays ...read more...

In the Company of Wolves | West 44th St. Concert Series is at 44th Street Art Center on Sunday at 5 p.m. This singer/songwriter duo, Sydney and Brayden (siblings) originally from Portland, Maine, now calls Chattanooga home. photo by ITCW/CLM 2023 Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Aug 3, plus, the summer festival schedule.  Check the CLM Facebook event page for details. Send your event co-host invites to Chattanooga Live Music to amplify your events. 26-Jul The Dark Roast w/ Heartsick with Fight from Within and More 6 PM 26-Jul 1885 Grill - St. Elmo for Sips, ...read more...

Chattanooga is known for its vibrant nature scenes and as a haven for those who love all things outdoor recreation. We get asked often where to participate in activities like stand up paddleboarding, kayaking, mountain biking, camping, etc. Today, we’re sharing five local spots you can check out if you’re wanting to try out a new outdoor activity. Chattanooga Guided AdventuresThis organization offers a variety of educational and seasonal kayak + bike tours[1]. We recommend trying out the Nickajack Bat Cave and the Chickamauga Dam Lock through kayak tours. Additionally, you can check out the Outdoor Skills Development classes[2] to ...read more...

5-Jul 1885 Grill - St. Elmo Sips and Dips with Catfish Hill 6 PM 5-Jul Barking Legs Theater - Wednesday Jazz: Alan Wyatt Quartet 7 PM 6-Jul The FEED co. Table & Tavern - Gino Fanelli at 6 PM 6-Jul Puckett's - Chattanooga Song Circle with Josh Wheeler, by Richard Daigle 6 PM 6-Jul 1885 Grill - St. Elmo - Andrew Witherspoon on the Patio at 6 PM 6-Jul The Diving Mouse (Cleveland) Open Mic/Stage w FRO at 8 PM 6-Jul Cherry Street Tavern - Bed K., The Howlers, Concrete Paradise at 9 PM 7-Jul Nightfall Music w/ The New ...read more...

"Scenic Roots" offers conversations that matter in the heart of Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.From the mountains to the river, our conversations are rooted deep within every corner of our community - reflecting who we are, who we were and who we can become.We engage with the news that affects our community, behind and beyond the headlines. We build bridges that span from creators and innovators to storytellers and the outdoors. We focus on our challenges as many communities in one - as we celebrate what inspires us. We resonate with countless voices - in words and spaces, sounds and ...read more...

36 places in the Chattanooga area to see fireworks, celebrate Independence Day  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Things to do in Chattanooga area this week include fireworks, free ice cream  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

The 2023 Chattanooga Film Festival[1] will return for its tenth year as a hybrid event. The festival will be held in person from Friday, June 23-Sunday, June 25, with online streaming available. Additionally, events will virtually continue through Thursday, June 29 for folks all around the US to join in on the fun. With the festival quickly approaching, we wanted to share our must-see screenings and events to check out. Make sure to read the full in-person[2] + virtual[3] schedule of events to plan accordingly. Note: You can purchase a badge[4] for the film festival online (which grants full access ...read more...

Chattanooga-area weekend events include bird and butterfly walks, cocktail toasts, corgi parade  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Opening Riverbend on Friday afternoon at the Coke stage was LUCIUS - what an amazing performance photo by MAHerndon / Chattanooga Live Music ©2023 After the performance, Jessica Wolfe and Holly Laessig (Lucius) met Ben Vanderhart with Yellow Racket Records for a brief meet/greet with fans and signed autographs photo by MAHerndon / Chattanooga Live Music ©2023 After the performance, Jessica Wolfe and Holly Laessig (Lucius) met Ben Vanderhart with Yellow Racket Records for a brief meet/greet with fans and signed autographs photo by MAHerndon / Chattanooga Live Music ©2023 LUCIUS with Yellow Racket staff photo by MAHerndon / Chattanooga ...read more...

Blood Assurance and the Chattanooga Lookouts are partnering again this year for a competition against MEDIC Regional Blood Center (Knoxville) and the Tennessee Smokies. The competition runs May 29-June 4. Blood Assurance or MEDIC will win a trophy and bragging rights depending on which blood center collects the most units during those seven days.   Blood Assurance is trying to get back in the win column. In 2022, the Chattanooga-based company lost to MEDIC by just five units of blood. “This is a fun competition that we look forward to every year,” said J.B. Gaskins, CEO of Blood Assurance. “It’s also ...read more...

Memorial Day is right around the corner on Monday, May 29. Honor those who died while serving in the US military with these commemorating celebrations around the Scenic City, while also getting a chance to enjoy the holiday weekend with these fun events and deals.Memorial Day Ceremony[1] | Monday, May 29 | 11 a.m. | Chattanooga National Cemetery, 1200 Bailey Ave. | Free | Join the Chattanooga Veterans Association to “honor the patriotism and sacrifice” of those who have served in the armed forces. Memorial Day Picnic[2] | Monday, May 29 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | McCoy Farm & Gardens, ...read more...

Rock City’s Summer Music Weekends is back!Enjoy live country, folk and bluegrass music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., including Memorial Day, Labor Day and Fourth of July week.Nothing compares to Rock City’s spectacular seven-state view, but the talented musical lineup is sure to compete for the spotlight! Matt Downer, the Old Time Traveler, plays traditional American folk music on several instruments, including his one-of-a-kind “See Rock City” banjo, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.A variety of musical acts gives each day its own distinct sound: on Fridays, Amber Carrington, a top-five finalist on ...read more...

As downtown Chattanooga’s economic development organization, River City Company is announcing the next series of Summer events for Downtown Chattanooga.Highlighting art, culture and a diverse set of entertainers, River City Company is partnering with a variety of non-profits to host free events for the community to enjoy.Upcoming events include:Event: Art Car Street PartyDate & Time: May 12, 7pm – 10pm Location: Patten Square, 818 Georgia Ave Activities: Put on your best merrymaking attire and join the Art 120 crew for a fun night of music, fire sculptures and a whimsical array of art cars. Cost: Free To Attend Event Link: ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga’s annual Armed Forces Day Parade is set to take place this Friday.The Chattanooga Area Veterans Council is hosting this parade on May 5.This year’s parade will start at the intersection of Market Street and MLK Boulevard at 10 a.m. It will feature military service units, local veterans’ groups, high school bands, patriotic organizations and others.The parade highlights a different service branch each year, according to Choose Chattanooga[1].The Chattanoogan also reported that this year’s parade will feature the U.S. Air Force.To get involved, RSVP with the Chattanooga Area Veterans Council. [2](Courtesy: MGN) References^ Choose Chattanooga (choosechatt.com)^ Chattanooga ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Erlanger held a Donor Remembrance Ceremony this morning.The guest speakers explained how organ donation can saves lives.Danyelle Stone was seven years old when her dad died and became an organ donor. Then, her 4-year-old son Grayson died in the 2020 Easter tornado.So, she chose to make him a real superhero and save the lives of others.Another speaker is an organ recipient.Anthony Spears was healthy, a football player and he worked out often.But he found out he had kidney failure, and needed a transplant. “You’ve got to be a donor. Not just for me, you know, family, ...read more...

The Road to Nightfall is at the Granfalloon photo by Mark A Herndon / Chattanooga Live Music Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through April 21.  Check the CLM Facebook event page for details. SoundCorps announces the following local bands will present their original content to the Road to Nightfall / Nightfall Music Series. 13-Apr Road to Nightfall - Granfalloon - Starts at 7 PM - 11 PM RTNF - Fellzog Max RTNF - Magic Birds RTNF - Lee Martin Band RTNF - Point of Reference RTNF - COLE RTNF - Daizy Skies 13-Apr The Diving Mouse Open ...read more...

An essential part of Chattanooga’s creative capital, the 4 Bridges Arts Festival will return to the First Horizon Pavilion the weekend of April 22-23. The 4 Bridges Arts Festival has cultivated and inspired an appreciation for the visual arts by bringing in artists from around the country to interact with our local community and display and sell their work. 4BAF is the result of the year-round hard work of The Association for Visual Arts, whose mission is to strengthen and promote the artistic ecosystem of Chattanooga’s visual artists, art enthusiasts and arts-based institutions.  The highly-anticipated 4BAF is a juried art show that ...read more...

April events at Barrelhouse Ballroom photo by Mark A Herndon / Chattanooga Live Music Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through April 14.  Check the CLM Facebook event page for details. 5-Apr Barking Legs Theater Wednesday Jazz: Alan Wyatt Quartet at 7 PM 6-Apr 1885 Grill St Elmo   Sangria Flight Night with Cody Harris at 6 PM 6-Apr The Dark Roast w/ Escuela Grind at 7 PM 6-Apr The Diving Mouse w/ Open Mic/Stage w FRO at 6 PM 6-Apr RTNF Granfalloon - Ida York (7-11 PM) 6-Apr RTNF Granfalloon - Alex The Band 6-Apr RTNF Granfalloon - ...read more...

Blood Assurance and Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly are calling on residents to donate the gift of life during National Volunteer Month. Since 1991, the month of April has been dedicated to honoring all volunteers throughout the United States, as well as encouraging volunteerism, like giving blood.  In recognition of the occasion, Kelly is featured in a new Public Service Announcement produced by Blood Assurance that can be found by clicking here.[1]“It’s critically important that Chattanoogans donate blood at Blood Assurance,” Kelly said in the video. “Chattanoogans rely on these donations during their most critical medical emergencies.”Blood Assurance is the sole supplier ...read more...

Rock the Riverfront continued with week two setting a record turnout.To date, an estimated 15,000 people have attended the interactive art, music and culture festival. The event will be hosted in the Riverfront District on the Chattanooga Green until April 16 and open for play from 8am – 8pm daily.The third weekend will feature:Friday March 31:Music by DJ Tony Dub from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.Saturday April 1:La Rumba Band on the stage from 6:00pm – 7:00pm Light Up Chatt Parade: Participants will meet at Renaissance Park at 6:45 to parade to the Chattanooga Green with individually made lanterns and the new ...read more...

The Association for Visual Arts announces that the 4 Bridges Arts Festival is returning to the First Horizon Pavilion on the southside of downtown Chattanooga this April.The 2023 4 Bridges Arts Festival will take place April 22 & 23, 2023. Gates will be open 10am – 5pm both days, and admission is $5 for adults and FREE for children under 18.We encourage everyone to come enjoy browsing and shopping with artists from around the country, who create beautiful work in a variety of media and price ranges – there’s something for everyone!2023 marks the 23rd year of the festival, which has ...read more...

The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) is partnering with Blood Assurance to host a blood drive on Wednesday.The drive begins at 8:00 a.m. and lasts until noon on March 15 at the training center located at 3200 Amnicola Highway.Proud to partner with @bloodassurance for a blood drive on 3/15/23 at our training center from 8a-noon. Since 2009 at our location, donors have given 534 units of blood, saving 1,602 lives in our community! The blood drive is open to the public. Thanks for your continued support! pic.twitter.com/YWuq2Kgkky[1][2]— Chattanooga Fire Department (@ChattFireDept) March 14, 2023[3]According to CFD, donors have given 534 units ...read more...

Weekend events in Chattanooga area look toward spring, Easter, St. Patrick's Day  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

The Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Weekend kicks off Friday, bringing over 4,000 runners and spectators and a projected $1 million economic impact to the Scenic City. The weekend will offer five events, an expo, live music, and more. Online registration [1]closed Wednesday,  and in-person registration will be available at the expo as space allows. It will be held at First Horizon Pavilion, 1826 Reggie White Blvd., and various locations across Chattanooga. The Expo opens with packet pickup and registration on Friday from 3-7 p.m. On Saturday, the 5K starts at 9 a.m. and the expo opens. Awards for the 5K will ...read more...

An outdoor art installation + multi-weekend event you can bring the kids to? Details, please.From March 17-April 16, Noogans are invited to Chattanooga Green to enjoy Rock the Riverfront featuring Los Trompos,[1] a free family-friendly event centered around a large-scale, interactive “Los Trompos” (“Spinning Tops”) installation, plus:Live music — we’re talking a new DJ every FridayOversized gamesWeekly themed activitiesArtist + food truck vendors on the weekends (think: face painting, balloon animals, and a bar for the adults)And more[2]* References^ Rock the Riverfront featuring Los Trompos, (bit.ly)^ And more (bit.ly)read more...

This spring break, the Tennessee Aquarium Plaza will be bustling with activity as the Chattanooga River Market is returning for four weekends.They'll be offering locals and visitors alike the chance to shop from dozens of local and regional artisans.The market will feature a variety of items, such as jewelry, crafts, woodworking, soaps/candles, and artisan foods. Plus, there will be live music and a local food truck to enjoy each day.The market will be open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Sundays.For more information about the market: https://www.facebook.com/events/1891799867853060[1]  References^ https://www.facebook.com/events/1891799867853060 (www.facebook.com)read more...

UPDATE: Maren Morris, Nathaniel Rateliff and Trombone Shorty are the newly-announced headliners for the 2023 edition of Riverbend.The 40th anniversary of the waterfront music event also includes acts such as Big Boi, Blackberry Smoke, Mavis Staples, Strung Like A Horse and The Afternooners.Wristbands are now on sale at the Riverbend website[1].PREVIOUS STORY: Friends of the Festival is planning to announce the lineup for the 40th anniversary of Riverbend on Friday.The festival is scheduled to take place in June.According to a press release, the announcement will happen at 10:00am on Friday.The release says, "The 40th anniversary of Chattanooga’s original music festival is ...read more...

The Chattanooga Public Library and the Hunter Museum of American Art are excited to announce that all library locations now have museum passes that can be checked out for free with a library card.The Hunter and the Library first partnered in 2022 to offer free admission with a library card once a month during the museum’s Sunday Studios. While this program will continue, the Hunter and the Library wanted to offer more opportunities for the public to experience art. The Hunter currently offers free admission for all children and teens under 18 years of age, as well as discounted rates for ...read more...

This unique state, located in the heart of the South, is one of the best places to explore. Shutterstock Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Tennessee Widely known for its music scene, high-quality whiskey, and not to mention the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee is filled with Southern charm, culture, and unique experiences[1]. The state is ideal for families[2], couples, and solo trips alike, making it a highly sought-after tourist destination each year that brings in thousands of visitors.From Nashville to Chattanooga to Memphis and in between, Tennessee is the epicenter of all things Southern[3]. This is emulated through its various ...read more...

Looking to get out and enjoy the local and regional music scene a little more this year? Reader Marsha B. suggested we share some upcoming music events coming to Chattanooga and the surrounding areas — and we think that’s a great idea. Here are 21 recurring local music events, concerts coming to town + the dates for some upcoming music festivals to add to your calendars for 2023. Recurring music eventsMonday Night Blues Jams[1] | Mondays, 8-10:30 p.m. | Gate 11 Distillery, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Come out for a night of blues + bring your own ...read more...

The New Year means many new opportunities to support athletes of all abilities across Tennessee."This year we're really hitting the ground running," said Special Olympics TN Law Enforcement Torch Director Jennifer McAfee. "We've got a lot of great opportunities and we're super excited about what's coming up for us."Organizers with Special Olympics TN spent the last few years struggling to support athletes during the pandemic.However, McAfee said this year is the first year things are back to normal."Locally, we have basketball coming up, we have swim coming up, state level we have winter games coming up at the end of ...read more...

Need a New Year's resolution? Your donated blood is critically needed in Chattanooga  WTVCread more...

A crowd gathered at the Chattanooga National Cemetery for Wreaths Across Chattanooga.CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Thousands descended on the Chattanooga National Cemetery Saturday to honor those who have sacrificed for our country.Saturday was Wreaths Across Chattanooga Day. This is a part of Wreaths Across America. The program honors the veterans laid to rest by placing Christmas wreaths for the holiday season. Captain Mickey McCamish, a U.S. Navy Veteran and Organizer for Wreaths Across Chattanooga said that, “(The goal) is to honor the veterans that are laid to rest here. To remember these veterans, but also engage students because it is a ...read more...

Barrel House Ballroom presents Atlanta base Drivin N Cryin with Michelle Malone Friday at 9 p.m. photo by BHB & Chattanooga Live Music ©2022 Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Tuesday. Check the CLM Facebook schedule page for details of each event. 9-Nov Backstage Open Mic w/ Raul Enrique at 7 PM 10-Nov Backstage on Station St w/ Joey Winslett Band at 7 PM 10-Nov Buds Sports Bar w/ Misfit Toyz Weekend at10 PM 10-Nov The Diving Mouse (Cleveland) Open "STAGE" w Dj FRO at 8 PM 10-Nov Wanderlinger Brewing Company w/ Jess Goggans & Friends at ...read more...

The reigning AFC South champions, along with Tennessee’s local blood supplier, are teaming up to support high school students.The Tennessee Titans and Blood Assurance have announced a new initiative where a portion of ticket sales from select games will benefit Blood Assurance’s Heroes Grant Program. Blood Assurance awards grant funding to area high schools that have hosted blood drives with the organization over the past year.“To collaborate with the Titans truly is a touchdown,” said J.B. Gaskins, Blood Assurance’s CEO. “Through this fundraiser, administrators at dozens of high schools will be able to invest in their curriculums, ultimately benefiting their ...read more...

Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Nov. 3. Check the CLM Facebook schedule page for details of each event. 27-Oct Bar Watson Biker’s Nite at 6 PM 27-Oct Joey Winslett Band at The Backstage Bar at 7:30 PM 27-Oct The Diving Mouse · Cleveland Open STAGE w FRO at 8 PM 27-Oct Gate 11 Choo Choo Open Mic w/ Courtney Holder at 8 PM 27-Oct Barrelhouse Ballroom w/ St. Owsley at 9 PM 28-Oct Diving Mouse w/ Music Express at 9 PM 28-Oct Gate 11 Choo Choo w/ Ryan Oyer at 8 PM 28-Oct Rome River Jam ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-Blood Assurance is asking for the public’s health as their blood supply is running dangerously low.They’re saying in recent weeks, donations have been lower than normal putting them and local hospitals in a difficult situation. Donors of all blood types are needed to help get them back to the needed supply.The CEO of Blood Assurance, JB Gaskins, said that, “Right now we are critical on most blood types, especially O positive and O negative. We have less than a day supply of O negative and less than a half a day supply on our shelves right now in ...read more...

Two Chattanooga breweries are partnering with Blood Assurance to help save lives in a competition this week.WanderLinger Brewing Company and Hutton & Smith Brewing Company will be competing in the first Battle of the Brews at their respective locations Wednesday and Friday.The brewery to bring in the most blood donations will be declared the winner.WanderLinger will be hosting its blood drive at 1208 King St. Donors on Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Appointments can be made by visiting www.bloodassurance.org/wanderlinger[1]Hutton & Smith’s blood drive will take place Friday from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at 431 E. MLK Blvd. #120. Donors ...read more...

Coolidge Park will host artists’ booths and family fun at the new Chattanooga Art Fest yearly event on Nov. 12 and 13 and promises colorful and whimsical exhibitors as well as a creative Kidz Zone and tasty festival cuisine.   "Producers of the Event, Splash Festivals, also run seven outdoor art shows in the Atlanta area, and Chattanooga seemed like the perfect city for a unique shopping experience for all ages," officials said.  “We are so excited to showcase local, regional and national artisans and makers to the Chattanooga crowds, and we can’t wait for festivalgoers to enjoy strolling along ...read more...

For six weeks, Chester Frost Park will be transformed into an immersive drive-thru lighting experience for all ages as NoogaLights lightens up the holiday season.This magical winter light experience, located on Dallas Island inside Chester Frost Park, is the perfect destination for families, friends, and work groups looking for a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate this holiday season!Opening November 14 and running daily through December 31 (except for Christmas Day), bring your family and friends to experience a magical half-hour drive thru the 1.5-mile electrifying route.“Installing Christmas lights is like eating ice cream, everyone is happy,” says ELF (Extreme Lighting Fanatic) John ...read more...

The city of Chattanooga’s Outdoor Chattanooga division is once again hosting its Fireside Outdoor Concert Series every Thursday this October, from 7-9 p.m., at the City’s Greenway Farm Park in Hixson.  All ages are invited to enjoy an evening in a rustic setting to listen to live local music gathered around a couple of small campfires behind the reconstructed 1850’s Sniteman Cabin. Bring blankets, chairs, marshmallow roasting sticks and dancing shoes. There are no food vendors, so pack a picnic dinner to enjoy during the show. Fireside is a free, outdoor concert series that began in 2011 with the simple ...read more...

The Greater Chattanooga Navy League is sponsoring a speaker for our Community Outreach Program on Sept. 29 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Mission BBQ on Gunbarrel Road.  In July, the Greater Chattanooga Navy League held their first Community Outreach Program with the Chattanooga Police Department’s new Co-Crisis Response Unit with Officer Watson and Jeanna Parker.   Officials said, "For September’s Outreach Program, we are hosting the speaker for Rescue 82, Inc.  Rescue 82 Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by Chattanooga Police Officer Jeremiah Cook. Rescue 82's roots stem from past trips to Brazil to distribute emergency medical supplies and train law ...read more...

Natural colorful displays create the perfect backdrop to fall events in Chattanooga. This fall, event goers will cheer on over 2,900 athletes in the 2022 Little Debbie IRONMAN Chattanooga, taste over 200 wine varieties and local cuisine at Wine Over Water, and speed over to enjoy the family-friendly Chattanooga Motorcar Festival in the West Village.    Chattanooga's Upcoming Fall Events: Sept. 14-18 | Association for Rural & Small Libraries Conference[1]  A conference designed specifically for libraries with smaller budgets and limited staff packed full of unique learning and collaboration opportunities.   Sept. 16-17 | Hyperflite Skyhoundz World Canine Disc Championship[2]  More than 120 teams ...read more...

The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum has been awarded $200,000 toward restoration to display and operation of historic Pullman sleeping car The Maitland.The Maitland, built in 1925 with twelve open sleeping sections and one drawing room, is a true time capsule of the famed Pullman sleeping car fleet. Southern Railway donated the car to TVRM in March of 1965, when it was retired, having formerly carried passengers in peacetime as well as wartime service on the WWII home front.  Though they were once a mainstay of travel by rail, functional and original Pullman sleeping cars are few and far between. To have the ...read more...

United Way of Greater Chattanooga's Impact Days and Block Party  WTVCread more...

The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is inviting the Tennessee Valley back to its premier event to boost physical and mental health through healthy habits while supporting the lifesaving mission.On Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 8:30 am, Tennessee Valley Heart Walk participants and teams are invited to Coolidge Park in Chattanooga to celebrate heart and stroke survivors, raise lifesaving funds, and encourage physical activity.This year’s theme, Heart Walk Here, invites participants to walk on the event path, starting at Coolidge Park. This year’s walk, Heart Walk Here, is led ...read more...

Chattanooga Blood Assurance reports shortage following traumas over Labor Day weekend  WTVCread more...

(TNS) — Gig City leaders say they are boosting Internet speeds again, and they say it will make Chattanooga the first community anywhere in the world to offer citywide 25 gigabit per second broadband service to all homes and businesses.EPB, Chattanooga's municipal utility, announced Wednesday it's boosting its Internet connection speeds to offer 25G service through its fiber optic division."The world's fastest Internet just got faster," EPB President David Wade announced during an event at the Chattanooga Convention Center, which signed up as the first customer of the higher-speed Internet service. "Our goal is to future-proof our community network so ...read more...

City wants to see residents engage with, get creative with public realm CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Have you ever wanted to set up an entertainment system, a sofa and a grill on the side of the road while watching college football?In just under a month, that possibility and so many others can become reality. Chattanooga’s upcoming Parking Day next will be the first time that residents will really be able to let loose with the event since pre-pandemic times in 2019.For the festivities, the city is encouraging local participation, outreach, and creativity.When a parking space sits empty, what else could it ...read more...

Guests are invited to the 14th annual National Treasures: Party at Point Park on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Officials said, "Presented by First Horizon Foundation, this unique fundraising event benefits National Park Partners in the work to preserve and enhance the resources of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, including Moccasin Bend National Archeological District. Guests revel in the stunning views from Point Park during an evening filled with outdoor ambience, live music from the New Dismembered Tennesseans, complimentary beverages, and a wonderful southern-style BBQ dinner from C&W Café, featuring comfort food classics as well as delicious plant-based ...read more...

Remember When, Chattanooga? Chattanooga's Farmers' Market emerged during the Great Depression  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Your weekly planner of Chattanooga-area events (including hot-air balloon glows, World's Longest Yard Sale)  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Venue hosts 8th Annual American Heroes Dinner CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Convention Center played host Friday night to some of America’s best and bravest.The 8th Annual American Heroes Dinner was hosted again by the Honoring the Sacrifice Foundation, which supports severely wounded veterans and their families. One wounded warrior says this yearly event is like coming home to see old friends.“I lost my older brother in Iraq and that led me to serve in the Army, as well,” said Retired Sgt. Franz Walkup. “I ended up getting injured. Having a nonprofit like this putting on an event downtown Chattanooga, ...read more...

Your weekly planner of Chattanooga-area events (including top tomatoes, spooky melons, ice cream crawl)  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Ring in Independence Day in Tennessee this July 4. Spend the weekend surrounded by rich history, special celebrations and southern charm with these festivals, events and fireworks shows across the state by region.East TennesseePatriot’s Festival – Pigeon ForgeCountry music artist Josh Turner will headline Pigeon Forge’s 31stannual Patriot Festival on July 4 in Patriot Park. The festival’s activities kick off at 4 p.m. with various food vendors. The free concert begins at 8 p.m. followed by a holiday fireworks spectacular.Fourth of July Midnight Parade – GatlinburgEscape the summertime blues in Gatlinburg this Independence Day weekend with the “first July 4thparade ...read more...

United Way of Greater Chattanooga marks 100th anniversary with appeal for 100 days of service  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Tennessee Aquarium anniversary, racing Chihuahuas fill Chattanooga-area weekend  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Five festivals and so much more on Chattanooga-area weekend entertainment calendar  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Honoring Veterans in Chattanooga  WTVCread more...

Ways you can help support the Chattanooga Area Food Bank  WTVCread more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department hosted a blood drive to aid in the blood shortage.Blood assurance blood donation bus was outside Fire Station One accepting blood donors this afternoon. Highway 58 volunteer Fire department wanted to help with the blood donation shortage and was more than happy to allow blood assurance to use the space.The Fire Department says with there being such a short supply you never know when blood is needed to save a life.There will be a full health screening next week at Southern Day Adventist church on Orchard Drive next weekend.read more...

Sight and sound seesaw installation, 'Rock the Riverfront' coming to downtown Chattanooga  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music events through Tuesday. Check the CLM Facebook schedule page for details of each event. 20-Jan Gate 11 Distillery - Movie Night 6 - 9 PM 20-Jan Farm To Fork (Ringgold) Matt & Jeff at 7 PM 20-Jan Carrabelle’s (Dayton) - Maya Tripp & Scott McNabb at 7 PM 20-Jan The Diving Mouse (Cleveland) Open Mic with FRO at 8 PM  20-Jan Arts Avenue Night Glide Midnight Roller at 7 PM 21-Jan Naked River Brew with Webb Barringer at 6:30 PM 21-Jan The Signal w/ US101 presents Parker McCollum at 8 PM (Sold Out) ...read more...

The dealerships of Chattanooga Auto Square are hosting a blood drive from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. this Friday to assist Blood Assurance in meeting their "critical need" for blood.  Team members from INFINITI, Jaguar, Land Rover and Porsche of Chattanooga will be on hand to welcome donors.  The event will be held closest to the Jaguar and Land Rover dealerships, 2915 Yerbey Dr.   Donors coming to the dealership will be treated to lunch by Mission BBQ and Blood Assurance is providing a long-sleeve 50th anniversary commemorative t-shirt.  Auto Square and Blood Assurance team members will be practicing social distancing and will ...read more...

Here are the upcoming Chattanooga Live Music weekend events through Tuesday. Check the CLM Facebook schedule page for details of each event.    9-Dec Gate 11 Distillery - Local Live Music w/ Rick Rushing’s Open Mic night at 7 PM 9-Dec Carrabelle's (Dayton) w/ Joe C. Deville debuts at 7 PM 9-Dec Farm To Fork (Ringgold) - Thirsty Thursday w/ Jacob Johnson at 7 PM 9-Dec The Diving Mouse (Cleveland) - Open Mic w/ FRO at 9 PM 9-Dec The FEED co. Table & Tavern w/ Barron Wilson at 7:00 PM  10-Dec Bitner's RV Park, Game Room and Pub w/ ...read more...

Chattanooga teacher selected as CMA Music Teacher of Excellence  WRCB-TVread more...

Chattanooga-area restaurants offering freebies for Veterans Day  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Erlanger Health System Foundation announces two local women have joined the philanthropic arm for the region’s nonprofit health system. Ashley Evans has joined as the director of Major and Planned Giving for Erlanger and Stefanie Wittler-Beavers has been appointed the director of Major and Planned Giving for Children’s Hospital at Erlanger. Ms. Evans, who grew up on Signal Mountain, earned a bachelor’s degree in art history from the University of Georgia. Prior to joining Erlanger, Ms. Evans was the executive director for Volunteers in Medicine, Chattanooga where she helped raise more than $3 million in private funds for the general ...read more...

The Tennessee Aquarium is swimming, flapping and hopping ever closer to its 30th anniversary, but in the meantime, there’s another important moment to celebrate in its storied history on the Chattanooga riverfront. This afternoon, Aquarium staff were delighted to welcome the 26-millionth guest to visit since the doors of the River Journey building opened on May 1, 1992. The Suttle Family from Bowling Green, KY visited Chattanooga expecting to follow in the footsteps of millions of others as they embarked on an adventure from the mountains to the sea. Instead, their trip was made even more special when they were surprised with ...read more...

The Hamilton County Health Department encourages all eligible residents to get their COVID-19 vaccination. You do not have to make an appointment to get your shot.The COVID-19 vaccine has been administered to over 2.8 billion people worldwide and is a safe and effective tool at preventing hospitalization and death. Please stop by our Tennessee Riverpark, Sequoyah Health Center and Birchwood Clinic locations during regular business hours to receive your free shot.For any further questions, please call our hotline at 423-209-8383[1] or visit our online calendar at vaccine.hamiltontn.gov[2] to see where the Health Department is offering an event today. Vaccination Events ...read more...

Concerts, comedy, history lessons on Chattanooga-area weekend event calendar  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

In New York City, these words from the Roman poet Virgil are inscribed underground:  “No Day Shall Erase You From the Memory of Time.”   They are part of the National September 11th Memorial and Museum - I have been there and I have seen those words. On Saturday, this nation marks twenty years since the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. On that day - and for many years after - New York was my home. Here in Chattanooga, a 9/11 remembrance will be held Saturday at Ross’ Landing on Riverfront Parkway, starting at 10 AM - hosted by ...read more...

Chattanooga soccer phenom Kennedy Ball of GPS gains major recruiting attention  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga weekend calendar includes last chance for Riverfront Nights, first chance to tour the Pinta  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Nightfall 2021 continues its 34th season Friday at Miller Plaza, and will continue every Friday through Sept. 10. Chattanooga’s longest-running outdoor concert series, Nightfall features music on the Miller Plaza stage, with food trucks, local artisan vendors and lawn games in Miller Park. This Friday’s show features a headline performance by Latin folk rock band Radio Free Honduras and local opening band Telemonster. Review for Radio Free Honduras: Radio Free Honduras is a Latin folk rock group hailing from the windy city of Chicago. Fronted by Honduran guitar virtuoso, singer, and songwriter Charlie Baran, Radio Free Honduras is dedicated to ...read more...

Motorcar festival expects to draw 40000 car enthusiasts to Chattanooga  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

More than 100 charitable events in Chattanooga to mark your calendar for  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

NewsA $1 million grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation will allow for transit shelters, ADA accessibility improvements, and more bike stations. Thursday, July 1st 2021, 10:17 AM EDTUpdated: Thursday, July 1st 2021, 10:39 AM EDTBy Caroline Corriganread more...

Where to see Fourth of July fireworks in the Chattanooga area in 2021  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga jobless claims drop to a 14-month low  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Community art project, Chattanooga Market among upcoming events  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga-based Blood Assurance in 'critical need' of donors  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Metal of Honor recipient Charles H. Coolidge has died. He was 99.Coolidge died Tuesday in Chattanooga, the Congressional Medal of Honor Society announced in a statement.Coolidge received the Medal of Honor for actions he took in October 1944 during WWII. He was assigned to 2d Platoon, Company M, 3d Battalion, 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division in the U.S. Army.A German infantry attacked the heavy machine gun unit in France and with no officer present, Coolidge assumed command. Over three days, Coolidge exposed himself to enemy fire to inspire and support others and his leadership ...read more...

The Chattanooga Goodwill in East Brainerd will celebrate its grand reopening after the 2020 Easter EF3 tornado destroyed the store.  Much more than a store reopening, this event is a testament to the tireless work of a team determined to triumph over two devastating blows in 2020 - first the Pandemic and then an EF3 tornado, said officials.  The donated goods retail program at 7601 East Brainerd Road was Goodwill’s busiest location, drawing shoppers from across the region. Revenue from the sale of goods at this store, as well as Goodwill’s 16 other locations, all stays local and funds employment ...read more...

The Tivoli Theatre opened as a movie picture palace in 1921, so it’s only fitting that 100 years later the Tivoli Theatre Foundation continues the tradition in the historic venue.Starting Friday, April 9, the Tivoli Theatre is thrilled to welcome a limited, in-person audience back to for the Bobby Stone Film Series presented by West Village!With the health and safety of our patrons and staff as our number one priority, "A Star is Born"  kicks off a run of 14 films across 16 showings this month.Friday, April 9 - Sunday, April 11Friday, April 9 - 7:00pm - A Star Is ...read more...

Chattanooga Market[1] will have its season opener on Saturday, April 24, and Sunday, April 25. “The 2021 season for our farmers and artists market is much more promising than last year,” said Chris Thomas, executive director of Chattanooga Market. “We will open at a limited capacity, but are hopeful to be back to normal by this summer.” And ‘normal’ includes live music and themed events. Beginning April 24-25, the Market will be operating in a modified format which includes socially distanced vendors and masks for everyone—as long as the Hamilton County Health Department mandates. But the large campus, including the ...read more...

Chattanooga Public Library and Hamilton County Schools have formed a partnership to increase students’ access to e-books and digital audiobooks by combining the library’s and school’s digital reading resources in one app.    The library-school partnership provides safe access to thousands of age-appropriate titles for students’ use inside the classroom, at home and anywhere 24/7. Through Sora, the new student reading app for Hamilton County Schools, students can now borrow from the school’s collection of classroom and pleasure reading, as well as from Chattanooga Public Library’s juvenile and young adult digital collection. Students can log into the library’s digital collection ...read more...

Cooper Taylor is proud to be a “bowtie guy.” His mother, Stacey, has had breast cancer not once, but twice in the past five years and because of this, he knows the importance of bringing awareness and raising funds for this terrible disease. Did we mention he’s only 10 and he’s determined to be the Top Fundraiser? The annual Pink Tie Guy campaign, which gets underway today, provides an opportunity for local men to show support for the women in their lives — and in their community — who have been affected by breast cancer. “One in eight women in the U.S. ...read more...

The Performing Arts League is hosting Bon Appetit: A Culinary Evening at Home, a virtual fundraiser to benefit PAL’s ongoing work supporting youth involvement in the performing arts. Taking place on Thursday, Feb. 25, at 6 p.m., the event features a three-course gourmet menu and wine pairing that participants will prepare under the expert guidance of award-winning chef, Amanda Nelson Varnell. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at the PAL website: https://www.palchattanooga.org/bon-appetit.html. Patricia Daniel, chair of the culinary fundraiser, said, “’We have created an entertaining and educational evening with award-winning caterer and family dinner table specialist, Amanda Nelson Varnell. Using her foodlove philosophy ...read more...

Tennessee, Hamilton County expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to teachers, ages 65 and up starting next week  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

After taking a year off due to health concerns, the Tennessee Aquarium announces redesigned summer camp programs, now in partnership with Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center and presented by Children’s Hospital at Erlanger.  "From sun-drenched team games and dirt-stained clothes to hand-made crafts and friendship pacts, a week at summer camp is a quintessential part of growing up for many kids," officials said. "Thanks to months of being cooped up in the house and only zooming around on a computer, kids need the release of this summertime tradition now more than ever."   “In 2021 we feel confident that ...read more...

Stop dealing with back pain and sore wrists, and become more productive at work. Business professionals and entrepreneurs worldwide understand the reasons why ergonomics matter. Whether you are working from home, traveling the world, or sitting in an office, your health is at stake.Know About ErgonomicsErgonomics is the practice of making your workspace work for you. The average worker spends at least a third of their day on the job, which adds up over time. Like any workplace, offices come with hazards both predictable and unforeseeable.Know Ergonomic BasicsThe basics of ergonomics come down to posture. If you work at a ...read more...

The research found the project's value exceeded costs by more than $2.2 billion. Some impacted categories include business investment, startup funding, real estate development, the smart grid, business productivity, consumer surplus, residential bill savings, health care, telecommuting, education and publicity.read more...

Girls Inc. Girls Inc. of Chattanooga is celebrating their sixtieth anniversary. The organization was founded in the 1960’s. It was first meant for teaching young girls about becoming a good homemaker.Girls inc. has evolved throughout the years and is now a place that teaches girls ages six through eighteen life skills.Toccora Johnson, Interim Chief Executive Officer says, “Our mission is to inspire and equip all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. That is healthy, educated, and independent. And, we strive through our programs and activities and services to have these young ladies be strong, smart, and bold in their ...read more...

Scenic City Collection: The Chattanooga Artists of the 2021 4 Bridges Arts FestivalCOVID-19 completely disrupted the lives of artists who depend on festivals like the 4 Bridges Arts Festival. AVA is thrilled to be able to offer some of our local artists an opportunity to showcase their work. Chattanooga is blessed with so many talented artists, come by AVA and show them your support.read more...

Chattanoogans are projected to have snow for Christmas, but not that much. The National Weather Service says to expect very cold air that is accompanied by rain that turns to snow on Thursday afternoon. Accumulations are expected to be "very limited" however. The forecast says: "Wintry and Turning Much Colder for Thursday and Christmas Day... A strong storm system will approach the area Tonight and Thursday and exit the region Christmas Day. Very cold air will build into the area during the day Thursday and linger through Friday night. Rain will change to snow Thursday afternoon. Snow showers will linger ...read more...

7 ways to spend the holidays around Chattanooga  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Weekend festivals in the Chattanooga area put the emphasis on Christmas shopping  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

The Bessie Smith Cultural Center’s leadership realizes the importance of telling the true story of Chattanooga African American history and allowing every individual the opportunity to walk the path from slavery to civil rights to today’s current events. The Bessie’s leadership commenced with a visioning process to obtain input from the community, its partners, funders, artists, creators, and makers to better prepare the organization for the future. For the Bessie Smith Cultural Center strategic planning begins by creating a vision of the future, analyzing the organization and its environment as it is today, and developing a formal program for guiding ...read more...

Dec. 9, 2020A food truck alley will be up and running in downtown Chattanooga come the start of the new year.Karol Brighany is opening the food truck spot at the corner of Market and 5th, according to a Chattanooga Times Free report[1].The park will be home to about six trucks and the idea came from a cross-country trip Brighany took with her husband."Food trucks have such a great variety and vibe and we saw a lot of great places where they all worked together and really built a community," Brighany told the news outlet. "We sat on the idea for ...read more...

By Mary Kate Sheppard, Staff Writer—With the COVID-19 pandemic still going strong in the United States, a ton of events which were scheduled for this year had to be cancelled, but some events, such as Chattanooga Choo Choo’s Ice on the Landing, are full steam ahead for the winter season. Ice on the Landing has been around for years and is one of Chattanooga’s most popular seasonal ice skating rinks. For 2020, the ice is set to open Nov. 13 and continue operation into January. A single 80-minute skating session will cost $10 for adults and $8 for children under 12. Additional ...read more...

The Chattanooga Zoo's Wild About Zoo online auction is now live. In these extraordinary times, the Chattanooga Zoo is counting on the community to sustain its mission. The goal of Wild About Zoo is to raise $20,000 through charitable giving and an online auction. More than 60 auction items are up for bid, including “zoonique” experiences such as a family photography session at the Zoo, private class of fennec fox flow yoga, naming opportunities for the Superb starlings and baby Rock hyraxes, and a chance to be a zoo trainer for a day. Even the animals joined in on creating auction items, including a set ...read more...

Due to the pandemic, The Chattanooga Ballet was forced to cancel all live performances of The Nutcracker at The Tivoli Theatre for the 2020 season. However, fans will not miss out on this holiday tradition because Chattanooga Ballet has partnered with WTCI Chattanooga to broadcast The Nutcracker throughout the month of December on the following days/times:Saturday, December 19 at 7 pm Sunday, December 20 at 3:30 pm   Thursday, December 24 at 9 pm Thursday, December 24 at midnight Friday, December 25 at 4:30 pm “It was critical to Chattanooga Ballet that we find a way to deliver this holiday tradition ...read more...

Music, arts and other entertainment in the Chattanooga area this weekend  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

The Hamilton County Health Department, in partnership with the Maclellan and Benwood Foundations, will offer a free flu vaccine clinic this Saturday, October 31st from 10AM – 2PM, at Stoney Point Baptist Church, 9129 Dayton Boulevard in Soddy Daisy as long as supplies are available.This is part of a series of flu vaccine drive-thru clinics hosted at African American churches this fall to reach some of the community’s most vulnerable people. A complete schedule of the flu vaccine locations and dates will be updated regularly on the Health Department’s online calendar, social media accounts and electronic newsletter[1][2]. The flu shots will be free ...read more...

The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Chattanooga residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday. The Chattanooga Walk to End Alzheimer’s continues, but instead of hosting a large gathering, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging participants to walk as individuals or in small groups on sidewalks, tracks and trails across the city. “This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be everywhere,” said Wendy Vizek, vice president, constituent events at the Alzheimer’s Association. “The pandemic is changing how we walk, but it doesn’t change the need to walk. This year, more than ever, we need to come together to ...read more...

NCAA chooses Chattanooga for 6 championships through 2026  WTVCread more...

Chattanooga Armed Forces Day ParadeMake plans to attend the 71st annual Armed Forces Day Parade! It's a free event honoring our military and first responders.The parade will start at the intersection of MLK and Market St. and will move north on Market toward 4th Ave.This year's parade will look a little different due to the pandemic. Here are some things to expect:Parade entries will be mobile (no groups walking or marching)Viewers and participants should wear masksWe will follow social distancing guidelinesWe are NOT holding our usual luncheonWe ARE honoring our Armed Forces and first respondersread more...

Nearly 40% of Americans are working from home. While some were working from home before the pandemic, millions more now find their home to be their new office. Many companies plan on keeping things this way for a while. Here are some tips to help make working from home[1] more comfortable and efficient.Create Your SpaceFind a designated area in your home to set up your office space. Try to keep it in an area that is fairly quiet, especially if you will be on calls and meetings. If you are going to be on-camera for meetings, look for a space ...read more...

The Chattanooga Theatre Centre is reinventing what the live theatre experience looks like as we move forward with an abbreviated season of three live productions—two that reflect social issues at the forefront of the national consciousness—coming to our stage this fall.After closing our doors over five months ago, we're excited to announce a lineup of three plays with small casts that can be performed with social distancing on stage for our actors’ safety. And, with a set of rigorous safety protocols in place for our audiences—including limiting capacity to 30 percent, we're confident in our ability to provide an enjoyable ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The City of Chattanooga is making plans to open their Youth and Family Development Centers for students.Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the centers have been closed.In one of the Chattanooga City Council meetings Tuesday, Councilman Anthony Byrd asked city Chief Operating Officer Maura Sullivan about when the centers would open back up.Sullivan did not give a timeline, but said they are monitoring COVID numbers.She did say that they have been working on a plan to open the centers for virtual learners.“If we do that we need to keep them safe for those environments. So they won’t ...read more...

Business surging for Chattanooga-based Assemblers Incorporated during COVID-19 crisis  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Where can I get tested for the coronavirus, and what happens next?  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga Airport lands $1.35 million grant for terminal expansion  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga Red Wolves open season by earning point on road  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

'Has COVID-19 impacted your summer plans?' we asked. Here, Chattanoogans share their answers.  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Photos: Chattanooga's Incline Railway reopens with new cars  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Flag Day in the Chattanooga Area  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Reopening Lodging, Hotels, & STVRs Safely WebinarMany of Chattanooga's lodging and accommodations establishments have maintained continuous operations as essential businesses, but the State of Tennessee recommends such establishments implement an assortment of measures to protect consumers and employees.The City of Chattanooga is partnering with Chattanooga Tourism Co. to host a 1-hour webinar to talk through the guidelines set forth by the State of TN and best practices suggested by the CDC and other industry leaders. As various businesses and attractions begin to reopen in Chattanooga, it is important that our lodging establishments, hotels, and STVRs are operating and reopening as ...read more...

Operation Get Active goes online, giving away free soccer balls Operation Get Active (OGA), a program of the Chattanooga Football Club Foundation, is launching an online version of its soccer program for youth to stay active at home this summer.In partnership with the City of Chattanooga Youth and Family Development department, OGA will be releasing weekly follow along soccer videos, conducted by OGA staff, coaches and special guests like the Chattanooga Football Club players. No soccer ball, no problem. OGA is also going to be giving away 512 free soccer balls so that children can follow along to the videos at home if ...read more...

School Reopening Task Force begins planning for the children's return to school in the fallHamilton Count School Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson on Tuesday announced the formation of a School Reopening Task Force to begin plans for children to return to school this fall.Keith Fogleman, chief talent officer for Hamilton County Schools, and Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) William T. Brooks, director, JROTC for Hamilton County Schools, will lead the work to plan for the children's return to school in the fall.  Fogleman and Lt. Col. Brooks will work with staff, parents, students, business leaders, health professionals, and the community to formulate the ...read more...

Tennessee National Guard to fly over downtown Chattanooga, other major cities in a salute to health care workers  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga City Council approves funding for coronavirus grant program to help small businesses  WRCB-TVread more...

Work is set to start June 8 on a reworked plaza near the Walnut Street Bridge as well as the site work for the Ed Johnson Memorial, City Council members were told on Tuesday. Officials said funding includes $1.3 million from Rivercity Company (mainly from Benwood Foundation and Lyndhurst Foundation funds), $780,000 of city hotel/motel tax funds, and $290,000 raised by the Ed Johnson Committee. Katelyn Kirnie, who directs city public art, said the sculptor is nearing completion on the art work that will be at the memorial in relation to a Chattanooga citizen who was lynched on the bridge ...read more...

More than $260,000 donated to help Chattanooga tornado relief efforts  WCYBread more...

Community Foundation raises $1 million to help Chattanooga groups on the frontlines of coronavirus impact  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Mayor Andy Berke said Chattanoogans should continue to stay home for everyone's safety - even though Easter is around the corner. He said, "This Sunday is Easter, which is one of the most important religious holidays of the year for many people in our region. Our recent executive orders related to the coronavirus strictly prohibit large gatherings of any kind, and this, unfortunately, includes worship services. This is another deeply sad decision that I have had to confront in the last several weeks: the very things that give us so much joy and life -- community and fellowship, particularly through ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Ballet Company is now offering online ballet classes due to COVID 19.Anyone is welcome to tune into the free, online classes via the Chattanooga Ballet Youtube Channel.Classes run through Monday to Friday with different classes each day for all age groups and skill levels.Classes are primarily taught by teachers within the ballet company.But they have Friday master classes taught by prestigious ballerinas across the country.The Chattanooga Ballet Company talked with us about why its important to continue their ballet program during this crisis.Artistic Director Brian McSween tells us “Ballet is in a way, a very ...read more...

How to stay safe at Chattanooga grocery stores during the coronavirus crisis  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Kickin’ Up Your KiltsSt. Paddy’s Day is upon us and there’s more to do than you can shake a shillelagh at…This Saturday, SoundCorps and the Honest Pint present the 7th annual Paddy’s on the Parkway celebration, one of downtown’s favorite parties of the year. Music starts at six and the lineup includes Luke Simmons & The Lovestruck, Magic Tapestry Belly Dance Troupe, Lenox Hills, Fire Cabaret, The Communicators, Behold The Brave, Stringer’s Ridge, WalkOrRow, The Molly Maguires, Slim Pickins, and The 9th Street Stompers.The 2020 Great Southern Old Time Fiddlers’ Convention, under the expert curation of Matt Downer (one of ...read more...

Story Links Student-athletes from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga took part in the annual Read Across America event on Monday, March 2.  Members of various Mocs Athletics programs visited Hillcrest Elementary School in Chattanooga to read to students as a part of the National Education Association event.Read Across America took place on Monday, March 2, the 23rd year of the reading celebration that started on Dr. Seuss's birthday.  It has engaged millions of educators, parents, and students nationwide with school and community celebrations from coast to coast. The events were originally designed to pay homage to the beloved children's ...read more...

On Memorial Day weekend, the eighth annual Chattanooga Street Food Festival is expected to bring around 15,000+ hungry visitors to the weekend-long food celebration. The festival is a two-day event, with Saturday being the primary Food Truck day."The Chattanooga Street Food Festival boasts a weekend-long gathering of the best food trucks and street food vendors from all over the region," officials said. "These food-passionate individuals and teams of food-trucks come together in Chattanooga to celebrate a diversity of food that is uniquely theirs, one that Chattanoogans have grown to look forward to each year."Admission to the festival is free to ...read more...

Raney: Elevator operator Ruth Thomas earned the title 'Mayor of City Hall'  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Newborns and neonatal intensive care babies got a special gift on Valentine’s Day at Erlanger East Hospital and Children’s Hospital at Erlanger.They’re red yarn caps, handmade by local knitters.“Everybody loves an adorable baby in a red hat,” Genuine Purl Store Manager Dana Chadwell said.Every year yarn and needlework store Genuine Purl rounds up knitters to make the custom caps for the babies.“We put together kits of washable, dryable baby yarn all in red, and we get an incredible response from our community,” Chadwell said.This year they got over 150 hand crafted hats.Some of them were made ...read more...

The year was 1960.Furlow-Cate, Inc., at 315 Broad Street in downtown Chattanooga, billed itself as the "The South's Finest Ford Dealership."Located in the Broad Street block now occupied by the AMC Classic Majestic Theaters, the car store in 1960 was brimming with Fairlanes and Galaxies, two of Ford's best-selling sedans of the era. There were also Ranch Wagons and Country Squire Wagons for families with greater cargo needs. In the early 1960s, a new Ford automobile in Chattanooga could be financed for as little as $39 a month, according to newspaper advertisements of the day.According to records at th the University ...read more...

Remember when, Chattanooga? Loveman's was a downtown Chattanooga institution  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Chattanooga riverfront revamp: First Street makeover, new riverfront plan in play as changes eyed  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Remember when, Chattanooga? Can anyone identify this mystery photo?  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

As many urban areas adopt “smart city” initiatives, Chattanooga is doing so with a slightly different approach—and now, the city is being recognized for its ethical practices. The Smart 50 Awards, created by US Ignite, Smart Cities Connect and Smart Cities Connect Foundation listed Chattanooga’s data analytics practices as a winner in the Digital Transformation category, which recognizes projects that deal with data, artificial intelligence, sensors, IoT (or Internet of Things), cybersecurity, privacy and blockchain (data security). “Chattanooga is pioneering smart solutions that can improve people’s lives, and we are proud that we’re doing that in a way that keeps ...read more...

Innovation grant helps return 'some manufacturing back to Chattanooga' from Asia  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

Here are Chattanooga's top stories of 2019  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

East Brainerd pottery studio helps new Habitat homeowners turn house into home with free, personalized art  Chattanooga Times Free Pressread more...

This week’s featured adoptables at McKamey Animal Center include: Flex, left, is a four-year old mix. She’s a happy girl who is ready to be your best friend, along with everyone else’s, as well. Flex always has an upbeat outlook on life, as evidenced by her ever-wiggling tail. On the right is Thora, a beautiful three-year old firecracker, who knows what she wants. A quiet home with a consistent routine is very important for this wonderful cat to feel happy and secure. You can meet Flex and Thora, as well as the other lovable adoptables, at the McKamey Center, at ...read more...

We saw one 7th-grader not only win his match, but do it while solving a Rubik’s cube. (Image: WTVC)CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Usually school is the last place kids want to be on the weekend.But these students couldn't wait to stop by Chattanooga Preparatory School for a chess competition.The school hosted its first tournament inviting kids K-12 all around Tennessee to show just how smart they are.We saw one 7th-grader not only win his match, but do it while solving a Rubik’s cube.12-year-old Brandyn Craig is focused on his next move.He's thinking hard, planning out how to beat his opponent."It's interesting -- ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The State of Tennessee will honor the Chattanooga roots of the international hit makers, The Impressions.On Tuesday at 10 AM, a Tennessee Music Pathways Marker will be installed at the Bessie Smith Curltural Center.Chattanooga born Fred Cash and Sam Gooden from the singing group will be there, along with family members of the late Curtis Mayfield.The group began as The Roosters in Chattanooga with Gooden and Cash.They moved to Chicago, adding singers Jerry Butler and Curtis Mayfield.The Impressions would score 17 pop hits from 1958-1974 with even more soul & r&b hits, including People Get Ready, Amen ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – One of Chattanooga’s most popular attractions is the Incline.It’s been there on the eastern slope of Lookout mountain 124 years.We’ve been riding the 2 rail cars that were installed 32 years ago, but that will change next February.CARTA will be spending 4-million dollars on new cars that will offer a better view of the world class scenery.CARTA says the new ones will have a lot of improvements, including more access for wheelchairs, and air conditioning.It will take about 2 months to make the transition.read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Visitors at the Tennessee Aquarium learn about the importance of recycling used oil and plastics.Different events were held at the aquarium in honor of America Recycles Day.Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation experts say used motor oil is insoluble and slow to downgrade.They say it is one of the top pollutants in our rivers, lakes and streams.It can be refined as motor oil or used as fuel oil.Environmental scientist Brianna Rives says it’s important for people to recycle it.“One gallon of used oil can contaminate a million gallons of water, which is a lot of water. So ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A seven acre piece of land off Harrison Pike will be the new home for Humane Educational Society’s 35,000 square foot facility.Broken air conditioning, a leaky roof and sewage in the basement, are all problems that have plagued the building that has housed HES for years.Humane society staff says this new building will be a much-needed upgrade from the current animal center.Completion for the new Humane Society Building is set for fall of next year.read more...

  ( How to Make Your Office More Efficient ) Some companies would seldom look at the workplace set-up as directly proportional to their employees' productivity. Workers are always presented with deadlines, daunting workload and piles of tasks with less consideration to the kind of workplace they provide for their people. However, is it productive for the company overall? Will working on the Office make companies more efficient? What are the factors we can consider to improve our office space?LightingLighting gives high impact in our work areas. With ample amount of light, our eyes will not get tired easily. Tired eyes ...read more...

By Joe BaileyLast weekend, the Chattanooga Balloon Festival kicked off November with its fleet of hot air balloons lighting up the crisp night air.  Friday Nov. 1 and Saturday Nov. 2 marked the city’s first balloon festival of this scale, as the 13 balloons, erected at Riverpark by Chattanooga State Community College, attracted an estimated 10,000 attendees on the second night alone. Lines of hundreds formed for the opportunity to hitch a ride on one of the precarious and unconventional flying machines, but balloons weren’t the only attraction on offer. Along with rows of local vendors and food trucks, carnival rides, ...read more...

A Veterans Day Program to remember and honor all military members who have served or are currently serving the nation on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Chattanooga National Cemetery Pavilion. Keynote speaker will be Major Kevin Beavers, department head, military science at UTC. "Today, we celebrate the service, sacrifice and enduring achievements of almost 22 million living Americans who served our nation in uniform—at home and abroad—during times of both war and peace," organizers said. "On the 11th day of the 11th month, as we have in so many years past, Americans will reflect on our way of ...read more...

Glass Street LIVE 2019 Steering Committee in partnership with Glass House Collective have just announced their first national act to be on the entertainment stage at the annual Block Party happening Saturday, Nov. 9 from noon-5 p.m. Citi Limitz, a trio of teen cousins from East Chattanooga who broke big recently when they appeared as part of the Ellen DeGeneres Show in September, are coming back from publicity trips to Los Angeles and New York City to perform for the neighborhood. Dre, Marion, and AT have been singing together all of their young lives, but only took the leap and ...read more...

The Chattanooga Theatre Centre’s Youth Theatre program opens its 2019-2020 season with a kid-friendly twist on Disney’s beloved coming-of-age tale “The Lion King,” opening Oct. 25 and running through Nov. 3. Review for "The Lion King": The original “The Lion King” has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world. In this junior adaptation, the African savannah comes to life on stage with a familiar cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again. “The Lion King, Jr.” is the story of the epic adventures of an adventurous and endearing cub named Simba as ...read more...

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association have selected the Chattanooga Public Library to be one of 50 libraries nationwide to host a new travelling exhibition: Americans and the Holocaust. The touring library exhibition — based on the special exhibition of the same name at the Museum in Washington, D.C. — examines the motives, pressures and fears that shaped Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.  More than 250 libraries applied for the 50 spots. Chattanooga’s library was selected through a peer-reviewed application process that considered community demographics, library ...read more...

The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer and the Lee University women’s soccer program will wrap up their tenth annual “Kickin’ It For Kids With Cancer” fundraising initiative on Friday night, as the Lee women’s soccer team hosts Spring Hill College at the Lee Soccer Field in Cleveland. This will be the last of three Kickin’ It games this year resulting from the Austin Hatcher Foundation’s new relationships with local soccer teams, the Chattanooga Football Club and the Chattanooga Red Wolves. The Austin Hatcher Foundation will have T-shirts on sale at the game to raise funds and awareness of the ...read more...

Chattanooga Area Food Bank to distribute USDA food commodities today  WRCB-TVRecipients must be Tennessee residents and provide their name, address, monthly income and the number of people in their household per USDA regulations.read more...

UTC’s Office of Development and Alumni Affairs will commemorate the 50th reunion of the University of Chattanooga Class of 1969 on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28, as part of the 2019 Homecoming celebration. Graduates of 1969 marked the last class of the University of Chattanooga before it merged with the University of Tennessee that same year. Alumni from this class, as well as preceding classes, are invited to reconnect with classmates and friends from the University of Chattanooga. Reunion activities for the Class of ’69 begin on Friday, Sept. 27, with a luncheon and tour of the campus followed by ...read more...

Hamilton County Schools Campus Support Specialist and Athletic Director Bradley Jackson received the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association's Distinguished Service award for August 2019. Jackson is a long-time educator, administrator and coach. Photo courtesy of Hamilton County Schools. Contributed Photo/Times Free Press Hamilton County Schools Campus Support Specialist and Athletic... Photo by Contributed Photo /Times Free Press. Chatt State mentoring program supports minority students Chattanooga State Community College has launched a new effort to connect underrepresented minority students to faculty and staff and provide students with more support. The pilot program, the Chattanooga State B.O.S.S. Mentorship Program, will pair 20 ...read more...

Gallery: What could be included in Hamilton County's parks master plan? Here's a look at one recommeded project +6 more photos Hamilton County, Chattanooga and private organizations have worked for years to complete a trail system connecting Georgia's Pinhoti Trail to the Cumberland Trail. The segment would be a crucial piece of the Great Eastern Trail: one of the largest ongoing trail projects in the U.S. When completed, it will stretch from Alabama to New York. The city council adopted a plan in the late 1980s to create a greenway that would eventually become part of the roughly 1,600-mile trail, ...read more...

This story was updated at 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 12. Matt Whitaker, a landscape architect with WMWA, talks about the design for the Patten Parkway redesign at The Camp House Monday, April 15, 2019 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The renovation project was designed to reflect the cityճ past and promote its innovative future Matt Whitaker, a landscape architect with WMWA, talks... Photo by Erin O. Smith A major renovation that will overhaul one of downtown Chattanooga's most historic areas is underway. Work started Monday on the first phase of a $4.9 million project that will add trees, elevated sidewalks, public ...read more...

Chattanooga gas prices have fallen 2.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.30/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 170 stations. Gas prices in Chattanooga are 6.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago, yet stand 27.4 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Chattanooga is priced at $2.17 per gallon on Monday while the most expensive is $2.69, a difference of 52.0 cents per gallon. The lowest price in the state today is $2.09 while the highest is $2.99, a difference of 90.0 cents per gallon. ...read more...

Gallery: Chattanooga Prep students and staff look forward to second year, new leadership +22 more photos   Fisto Irakiza looked away as David Strickland leaned down and tied the boy's navy blue tie outside Chattanooga Preparatory School. The sixth-grader's dark brown eyes were wide, his smile tight. Fisto said he was nervous. It was his first day at a new school - and he wasn't alone. School officials at Chattanooga Preparatory School, the city's newest public charter school, greeted more than 70 new students this week as they celebrated the beginning of the school's second school year with double the ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The second annual Chattanooga 300 event kicked off at 7 A.M. at Chattanooga Preparatory School. This is the second year the school has been open [1]as an all-boys charter school. The event started with the arrival of the students getting out of cars and then men entering into the auditorium for instructions. To kick off the school year, hundreds of men dressed in suits and work attire, along with a mix of parents, cheered on young boys as they made their way through a crowd of high fives and clapping.For many of the boys, it's their first day ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga Public Library[1] is not only planting members of the community with opportunities to check out books, but now library card members will now have the opportunity to check out seed packets.The seed exchange program is a new initiative where members can check out packets of vegetable, fruit and flower seeds for free.Residents can now check out and keep up to five seed packets at a time, just by visiting the first floor of the downtown branch.Although these packets do not have to be returned, the library encourages users to learn proper seed saving techniques so that ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – 120 years ago, a bottling empire started right here in Chattanooga.News 12’s Kaylee Nix shows us the history behind one of the world’s favorite soft drinks.“When a bottle of Coca Cola is manufactured or sold, there really is a little bit of Chattanooga in every one of those bottles”And a little bit of Chattanooga has been in coke now for over a century.Coke executives celebrated the milestone by sharing a coke with employees and the community.“The community is so excited with partnering with us in this. We visited with the mayor earlier today. I think Chattanooga and Coca ...read more...

This week’s featured adoptables at McKamey Animal Center: Kira. left, is a 2 year old curious and very loving beauty who is waiting for her forever family, while Bo is a young coon hound mix, who is quiet, walks well on a leash, and needs a home with no cats. Meet them, as well as many other adoptable animals, at McKamey Animal Center, 4500 N. Access Road in Chattanooga, phone number (423) 305-6500.  Our hours are: closed Monday; open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.  Other days: Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 ...read more...

The online travel web site Hotwire analyzed more than a dozen travel criteria in all major U.S. cities for cost, distance, climate, entertainment and hotel facilities to compile its list of the best cities for a 3-day or less getaway. For mid-size cities (population 150,000-299,000) the best cities for quickie getaway visits are: 1. Orlando, Florida 2. Richmond, Virginia 3. Boise, Idaho 4. Salt Lake City, Utah 5, Reno, Nevada 6. Chattanooga 7. Madison, Wisconsin 8. Birmingham, Alabama 9. Springfield, Missouri 10. Spokane, Washington Source: Hotwireread more...

The Department of Revenue has announced the dates for Tennessee's annual sales tax holiday. Shoppers can save nearly 10 percent on more than 150 different items, including clothing, school supplies and computers from 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 26 until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, according to a news release from the Tennessee Department of Revenue. The holiday weekend isn't just for students and Tennesseans. Anyone who wants to shop in Tennessee during the last weekend of July will be eligible to save on sales tax. "The sales tax holiday means hard-earned dollars go back into the hands of Tennessee families," ...read more...

(Image: NewsChannel 9 SkyCam)CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — As downtown Chattanooga continues to grow, some developers are hoping the West End of town could see the next big explosion with a land swap between the developers and the county.The folks that own the old Alstom plant property want to make a deal with Hamilton county: A square parcel of Alstom land for roughly three acres of riverfront property.“I think this is the next big spot in Chattanooga,” George Lewallen owns Parkway Pour House. "When he first looked into building the restaurant on Riverfront Parkway, his new neighborhood looked much different."“When I came to ...read more...

Photo of the Williams family provided by the Creative Discovery Museum.CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Creative Discovery Museum (CDM) in Chattanooga has been around long enough to welcome a total of 5 million visitors.And a family from Signal Mountain managed to put that visitor count over the top, and the museum says they credit their luck to recent rainy weather.The Williams family discovered their good fortune shortly after arriving at the museum on Monday. To celebrate the 5-millionth visitor, CDM gave the family free admission to the Museum, a year-long family membership, $50 gift certificate to the Museum, a VIP pass granting ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Father’s Day is just a few days away.And let’s be honest, Dad can sometimes be hard to shop for.We’re making it a little easier on you this time to find a gift he’ll love.Verizon’s Zachary Nelson says Dad can definitely take advantage of Apple’s newest iPad mini, which has only been out for a few weeks.He says it’s a huge improvement to the original, and very portable.“It’s all the benefits that come with an iPhone, or really any kind of phone that you want out there,” Nelson said. “Super fast processor. Big beautiful HD screen. A ...read more...

City Council members, Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association Local 820, and the Muscular Dystrophy Association will kick-off the Fill the Boot fundraiser for MDA. It will kick-off Thursday at 9 a.m. at Fire Station 1, 218 E. Main St. (click for more)[1] The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, Chattanooga, 7620 Shallowford Road, is hosting a silent auction to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, the 2nd Annual Clutch for a Cause, on June 7 from 5-6 p.m. This event is open to the public. Participants are encouraged to donate new or gently used brand name purses or wallets, and bring ...read more...

CLOSETennessee is making strong improvements in raising academic achievement among its students, but Bill Gates [1]believes there is plenty of work still ahead for the Volunteer State.Improvements for the state over the last several years include changing its academic standards, curriculum and feedback to teachers, Gates said.But low academic achievement in concentrated sections of urban areas and poor rural counties continue to plague the state. Tennessee is near the middle when compared nationally on academic achievement[2] in math and reading.Buy PhotoBill Gates sat down with the Tennessean for an interview on Friday, May 24 in Nashville. (Photo: Larry McCormack / The Tennessean)"On a relative basis, Tennessee is still below ...read more...

Editor's note: The following is a guest post from Christy Gillenwater, president and CEO of the Chattanooga, TN Area Chamber of Commerce.As global smart city initiatives transition from concept to reality, mid-sized cities play a large role in this revolution. While the nation’s most populated metro areas benefit from big budgets and resources, mid-sized cities like Chattanooga, TN listen effectively to the voices within their communities[1] by using the power of their size — and ability to collaborate — to their advantage.Mid-sized cities have the opportunity to boost their competitive offerings as the tech industry decentralizes. While this cannot happen ...read more...

Image from WTVC video of artist's renderingCHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A $5 million grant from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation will provide residents and students in Highland Park a new place to stay healthy.The Healthy Place Project will be near the campuses of Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and Chattanooga Preparatory School.The project will provide students as well as neighbors a new outdoor space, which includes a pavilion for community gatherings, a walking track, sports courts and inclusive playgrounds.Students we spoke to say they're beyond excited."I think the track, when they were talking about the two side lanes... I am very competitive ...read more...

Gallery: Ironman 70.3 is this weekend: Here's what you need to know +6 more photos This weekend's Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga is going to be the most participated in non-world championship Ironman event in North American history, adding to the city's history of breaking records for the grueling triathlon. MORE INFORMATION For spectator information and course maps, visit timesfreepress.com. The more than 3,800 athletes from 21 countries and every state except Montana will race the 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride and 13.1-mile run (half of a full Ironman) Sunday morning through Chattanooga and Walker County, Georgia. Only the 2015 Ironman 70.3 ...read more...

The Walnut Street Bridge will not be scheduled for maintenance or closure until the city receives approval from the Tennessee Historical Commission, contrary to a report by an online local news site earlier this week. According to city of Chattanooga Communications Director Richel Albright, the bridge will undergo several cosmetic improvements in the near future, but the project cannot be scheduled until the commission approves changes, since it is a historical monument. The planned work will include repairs to the wood decking, pressure washing and repainting the superstructure and other improvements. According to Albright, the bridge is structurally sound, but ...read more...

The Chattanooga Zoo is hosting its annual Spirits in the Wild event on Saturday, May 18 from 6-10 p.m. Event guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the zoo underneath the stars, encounter animals, learn about the Zoo’s future plans and conservation efforts and groove to music provided by the  Peter Moon Band. The evening will include tastings of a variety of liquors, craft beers and wines, along with sampling different cuisines from some of Chattanooga’s restaurants and eateries, all while raising funds for the Zoo. Some fan favorites will be back this year including Henna tattoos and live art ...read more...

A vegetable garden is seen behind the Chattanooga Area Food Bank on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017, in Chattanooga, Tenn. A vegetable garden is seen behind the Chattanooga... Photo by Doug Strickland /Times Free Press. The Chattanooga Area Food Bank will be adding five positions aimed at combating hunger across the region thanks to a federal grant. The one-year assignments are part of the Volunteers in Service to America program and funding for those comes from the Corporation for National and Community Service and AmeriCorps. "Positions will have responsibilities in several different areas, all of which will directly benefit our mission ...read more...

A future episode of "Ask This Old House" will include a segment on some Chattanooga do-it-yourselfers. General contractor Tom Silva and a film crew from the PBS home improvement show are in the Scenic City to follow Bea Lurie and a cadre of her instructors from Women Repair Zone, a business Lurie opened last June. Its mission is to have women instructors teach other women home improvement and auto maintenance skills, which many women traditionally are not taught. In a walk for the camera along the Walnut Street Bridge on Monday afternoon, Silva chatted with Lurie about her reasons for ...read more...

Gallery: Chattanooga Zoo's Nature Play playground +6 more photos Chattanooga Zoo will hold the grand opening of its new, interactive Nature Play playground on Monday, April 22, at 10 a.m. The zoo is located at 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave. Nature Play will include a honeycomb jungle gym, giant insects to climb, multiple musical components, a gazebo hut, a dig pit, a crawl-through tunnel, boulders and more activities. The new playground is designed to encourage outdoor physical activity, provide a fun, educational environment for play and fulfill the zoo's mission to connect children with nature and wildlife. "We are so excited ...read more...

Gallery: Patten Parkway +5 more photos One of Chattanooga's most historically significant downtown blocks will be getting a new look in the next year with a $4.9 million renovation designed to reflect the city's past and promote its innovative future. The city unveiled plans Monday night for Patten Parkway that will bring a new tree-lined canopy, elevated sidewalks and new public art, walkways and street fares to serve as a gathering space for pedestrians and vehicles. The redesign of Patten Parkway, which was done for the city by WMWA Landscape Architects and Asa Engineering & Consulting, is part of the ...read more...

The Chattanooga Zoo announces its annual Hug-a-Bunny Days to celebrate the arrival of spring and the Easter Holiday on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20.     From 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, the Zoo will be offering many springtime activities; some included in admission and some at an additional price. With regular zoo admission, guests will enjoy a golden egg hunt, special animal enrichment activities, photos with costumed characters and daily keeper chats. In addition to these activities, the Zoo will also be offering Zoo Choo for an additional cost. The zoo’s Wild Burger restaurant and snack carts will ...read more...

Chattanooga musicians to perform during National Police Week  WRCB-TVThe pair has been asked to perform a song called "On and On They Stand" and the National Anthem in Washington, D.C..read more...

The American Lung Association is offering a free Lung Health Community Day in Chattanooga on Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.   The event will be at East Dale Community Center, 1312 Moss Street, Chattanooga, Tn. 37411.read more...

With the upcoming completion of the Fallen Five Memorial at the Tennessee RiverPark, officials with the Chattanooga Heroes Run/Walk are announcing 2019 will be the last year for the event.     The Fallen Five Memorial will honor Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, Staff Sgt. David Wyatt, Sgt. Carson Holmquist, Lance Cpl. Squire K. Wells and Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Randall Smith, who lost their lives during the shootings at the Armed Services Recruiting Center on Lee Highway and the U.S. Naval Operational Support Center and Marine Corps Reserve Center on Amnicola Highway on July 16, 2015.    Four years later, thousands ...read more...

This story was updated March 7, 2019, at 4:54 p.m. with more information. Gallery: United Way exceeds campaign goal +10 more photos Despite a decrease in workplace giving last year, leaders of the United Way of Greater Chattanooga announced Thursday that they exceeded a lofty $11.5 million campaign goal in 2018. Michael Mathis, United Way's 2018 campaign chairman, said that numbers were still rolling in from last year, but that as of Wednesday afternoon, the nonprofit organization had raised $11,506,420 - the highest amount in the local agency's 96-year history, he said. The announcement was made to a room full ...read more...

In partnership with Hamilton County Schools, the Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga is offering a district-wide $25,000 matching campaign to fund the classroom needs of Hamilton County public school teachers through DonorsChoose.org. For every donation made to Hamilton County teacher projects this year, the Community Foundation will match that donation, until the $25,000 grant is expended.  “We are excited to continue our partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga,” said Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson. “Our teachers know our students’ unique needs better than anyone. This matching program empowers teachers by providing them the necessary resources to tailor their classroom ...read more...

The Cherokee Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America will host the 15th Annual Friends of Scouting Luncheon on March 6 at the Chattanooga Convention Center. The annual luncheon acts as a fundraiser for the Council and is expected to be a sell out. Each year, 700 Chattanooga area business and community leaders attend the Friends of Scouting Luncheon to support local Scouting programs and camps. This year, the Cherokee Area Council will welcome Captain Richard Phillips as its luncheon speaker. Captain Phillips is the hero of the high seas and real life inspiration for the movie, Captain Phillips.“We are ...read more...

Images via Great Smoky Mtns Nat'l Park/Background Photo: Ken Lund / CC BY-SA 2.0KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Chattanooga native has become the first woman tobe named Chief Ranger of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP).GSMNP officials say Hendy will oversee employees in the Resource and Visitor Protection Division who perform law enforcement duties, wildland fire operations, emergency medical services, search and rescue operations, backcountry operations, and staff the emergency communications center.The GSMNP says Hendy brings a wealth of experience to the position after serving at several parks with complex ranger operations including Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Yellowstone ...read more...

This Valentine’s Day specialists with Erlanger’s Heart and Lung Institute are educating new moms on the importance of heart health in a most unusual way.      To create more awareness about heart disease - particularly in women - Erlanger partnered with members of St. Elmo Presbyterian Church and the Genuine Purl yarn shop to knit tiny red caps for neonatal intensive care babies at Erlanger East Hospital and Children’s Hospital at Erlanger on Valentine’s Day.  "Knitters from as far away as Huntsville drove to Chattanooga to deliver red caps and participate in this heartfelt educational program for new moms,' ...read more...

Gallery: Area residents spend MLK day giving back to their community through day of service +12 more photos Chattanoogans braved Monday's blistering cold weather to serve the community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Volunteers spread out across the city, cleaning, picking up trash and holding clothing and food drives. The annual federal holiday marking King's birthday is the third Monday of January and is designated as a "day on, not a day off" national Day of Service. The civil rights leader would have turned 90 on Jan. 15. Students from Southern Adventist University hosted a "street store" at the ...read more...

The Chattanooga Women’s Leadership Institute has confirmed Katty Kay, award-winning lead anchor for BBC News and best-selling author, as the keynote speaker for their 14th annual IMPACT Leadership Dinner. The event will take place on Feb. 21 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at                the Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter St. in Chattanooga. CWLI also announces Gina Dhanani, vice president of The Double Cola Company, as the 2019 IMPACT chair.   "As a British journalist in Washington, DC, Kay looks at Washington from a different angle and offers a fresh perspective on American politics and international affairs ...read more...

A dozen sixth-grade boys - black, Hispanic, white - stood behind classmate Roberth Ventura onstage Monday at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. He was presenting a painting of Martin Luther King Jr. he had created. The audience was rapt, but Roberth was nervous and needed support. Staff photo by Tim Barber. Brandon Kelley, a sixth grade student at Chattanooga Preparatory School, describes his photo project titled "MLK Inspired" during a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Monday at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Staff photo by Tim Barber. Brandon Kelley, a... Photo by Tim Barber /Times Free Press. So ...read more...

Housing affordability is in the dumps. In the final quarter of 2018, the average American's ability to afford a home hit a 10-year low, according to a report from Attom Data Solutions cited by Realtor.com[1]. But not all hope is lost. While first-time homebuyers may struggle[2] in 2019, older homeowners looking for a new place will have more options. Daren Blomquist, a senior vice president at Attom, said, according to Realtor.com: "We're going to hit an affordability tipping point in 2019, where it becomes more affordable to buy. Buyers will have more inventory to choose from and they will be ...read more...

Erlanger Health System on Tuesday cut the ribbon on the sparkling new Children's Hospital Kennedy Outpatient Center. The first patients will be treated next week. There was another large crowd, in addition to Sunday's community open house, to tour the three-story facility that was completed in just a year and a half following groundbreaking. The new center will house more than 50 pediatric subspecialists, including cardiologists, gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, neurologists and orthopedists, who will serve more than 100,000 patients annually. Don Mueller, CEO of Children's Hospital, said, "This building is one of a kind in the nation for not only providing ...read more...

Following last week’s announcement, the Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness has expanded its Healthier Tennessee Neighborhoods initiative with the official launch of the program in Chattanooga. Six neighborhoods have been chosen as pilot communities that are now working towards the official “Healthier Tennessee Neighborhood” designation.Local neighborhoods are convening residents to establish wellness councils and commit to developing and implementing a healthy-neighborhood plan. The six neighborhoods include: Belleau Woods Belvoir Boyce Station Glass Farms Shepherd Southside “With Healthier Tennessee Communities efforts underway in nearly every county in Tennessee, we are excited to launch our third urban program in the state ...read more...

Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will conduct a four-mile, approximately four-hour, ranger-guided hike on Lookout Mountain on Saturday, Nov. 3, at 9 a.m., beginning and ending at the historic Cravens House (1060 Cravens Terrace, Chattanooga). What makes a landmark? Its unique features? Its unusual history? Perhaps it is as simple as an unchanging consistent existence. Join us as we explore the history and lure of Lookout Mountain on this ranger-guided hike along the Hardy, Mountain Beautiful, Bluff, and Cravens House Trails.This hike will cover nearly 600 feet of elevation change over rocky and uneven terrain. Participants should dress appropriately for ...read more...

A Business Improvement Designation (BID) is being eyed for a large section of downtown Chattanooga.Officials at the River City Company said BIDs "are common tools (over 1,000 in North America) that allow downtown property owners, including homeowners, to decide if they would like to receive and fund enhanced services. Most BIDs provide heightened cleaning and beautification services along with safety initiatives. BIDs can also provide a variety of other services including, but not limited to, capital improvements, retail support, marketing assistance, special events and programing."River City, which has hired a BID expert to explain the process here, said, "Chattanooga is ...read more...

The Dome building in downtown Chattanooga from Brian Baggett NASHVILLE (WDEF) – Governor Haslam says Tennessee is grabbing a big chunk of the booming economy in the U.S.And the Chattanooga region is leading the way.He cites numbers saying that Tennessee families are earned 5.8% more last year than the previous year.That is the fastest growing rate in the southeast and 5th fastest in the entire country.The four major cities are leading the growth in the state.And the stats show the Chattanooga region leads the state with an 8% growth in 2017. (The region includes Hamilton, Marion and Sequatchie Counties).Our region’s ...read more...

Ken Kranz, FabLab teacher and Robotics Team coach of the STEM School, Chattanooga, and 15 students have recently partnered with Adventure Sports Innovation on a project to help bring innovative sports to the area.Several student groups chose the ASI projects, and have begun working on fabricating ramps, obstacles, and course features to support ASI’s advanced training programs for personal transport devices, and working with 360 degree and drone cameras to develop and produce high-quality videos that showcase their products in use in the Chattanooga area. "For us, this is a perfect partnership,” said Mr. Kranz. “There’s no better way to ...read more...

Bryan Dumas used to be homeless. He now lives and works at the Union Gospel Mission. (Image: WTVC) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — This Labor Day, a Chattanooga non-profit hosted a fundraising barbecue aimed at helping homeless men get back on their feet. Bryan Dumas spent two weeks preparing the feast, which included slow cooked chicken and pork. He takes pride in his work, and serving our community. "It's what I feel like God has called me to do now," Dumas said. Bryan used to be homeless, but now lives and works at the Union Gospel Mission[1].The fundraiser benefits the mission.Part of the ...read more...

Gallery: Workforce development key part of city's '1,000 Seats' initiative +12 more photos The city of Chattanooga has set a goal of adding 1,000 high-quality, early-learning seats for children in the city, and while much of the attention has been centered on how to better serve children in their early years, officials are also focused on how to better serve the providers who take care of them. Mayor Andy Berke's "1,000 Seats" initiative aims to not just add that many seats by 2021, but it also proposes to make the ones currently available higher quality by offering more resources for ...read more...

Sunday marks one of the tastiest Sundays at the Chattanooga Market. The Beast Feast BBQ Festival, in its eighth year, will bring some of the state's finest BBQ competitors to the Market sampling and serving their best BBQ. There is no better way to celebrate a long weekend than Sunday Funday with BBQ.Chattanooga Market's Beast Feast BBQ Festival is the largest BBQ competition in the area. This year brings returning contestants, new pit masters and local chefs from the AFC (American Federation of Chefs). Each BBQ team will be selling plates of their BBQ meat, unique sauces, and offerings of tasty sides. The teams ...read more...

The Chattanooga Police Department is taking applications for its nine-week law enforcement education program.The purpose of The Chattanooga Citizens’ Police Academy is to create positive interaction and enhance communication between the Chattanooga Police Department and the citizens it serves.The program begins on Sept. 13.The group will meet on nine consecutive Thursday evenings.The Citizens’ Police Academy offers community members an in-depth look inside the Chattanooga Police Department and how it works, according to a news release.Class participants are taught by police officers who cover topics including Use of Force, SWAT, EOD, Patrol, Narcotics and Special Investigations.Applications for the upcoming CPA are ...read more...

STEM School Chattanooga was one of two schools in the United States invited to participate in a leadership cohort for scaling digital fabrication in K-12 education in France. "The opportunity for STEM Chattanooga teachers to attend the Fab14 event was a result of the school’s excellent STEM work recognized by MIT and the Fab Foundation, the world leaders in making and digital fabrication,: officials said.  As part of the leadership cohort, seven STEM School Chattanooga staff traveled to Toulouse, France to participate in FAB14, the international convening of digital fabrication experts from around the world.  Over the course of seven days, ...read more...

Four Tennessee community colleges are each receiving a $250,000 state grant to help high school students earn two-year degrees in the high-demand field of mechatronics. Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor Flora W. Tydings announced that Chattanooga State, Cleveland State, Motlow State and Roane State community colleges will receive the funding. The grants were funded by a $1 million appropriation in the Fiscal Year 2018-19 State Budget proposed by Governor Bill Haslam and approved by the Tennessee General Assembly. Mechatronics is a blend of mechanical, electrical and computerized technologies forming a complex system. The colleges offer associate of applied science degrees in advanced ...read more...

The Walnut Street Bridge. (Photo: Randy Greenway)Nooga.com reader Randy Greenway[1] doesn’t live in Chattanooga, but he spends a lot of time here.He says it’s “a very fun and photogenic place” to practice his photography. He tagged this photo of the Walnut Street Bridge with #NoogaPOTD on Instagram.Want your photo to be featured on Nooga.com[2] as a Photo of the Day? Submit it to [email protected][3] for consideration. You can also use the tag #noogaPOTD when sharing images on Instagram. References^ Randy Greenway (www.instagram.com)^ Nooga.com (nooga.com)^ [email protected]read more...

A new, local nonprofit is hoping to encourage young people to give back by transforming how millennials view community service.“The underlying theme is to change the perception of service in the minds of young people,” Modern Hippie Director Harlan Groves said. “Community service is seen as a punishment and I want to change that.”Modern Hippie[1] began in 2014 as a clothing business that targeted millennials with simply designed T-shirts.As business picked up, Groves decided he wanted to put a purpose to what he was doing.Earlier this year, Groves began Modern Hippie’s transformation into a social enterprise with the goal of eventually becoming ...read more...

If you go What: Manpower of Chattanooga job fair When: 10 am.-2 p.m. today Where: The Bethlehem Center, 200 W. 38th St. More information: 423-954-9500 Mayor Andy Berke talks with Shenika Lewis about her hopes to further her education and get a job in the medical field so she can provide a better life for her son. The mayor was going door-to-door in Alton Park to alert residents that jobs are available in the Chattanooga workforce. Mayor Andy Berke talks with Shenika Lewis about... Photo by Tim Barber /Times Free Press. On the front porch with resident Cathy Whatley, right, ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Some students at the Howard School are getting their hands dirty to create something cool.83 kids on campus built an art car.It’s helping them with problem solving techniques, and giving them some real world experience.And that’s What’s Right With Our Schools this week.read more...

Mayors Andy Berke and Jim Coppinger will be joined by the memorial artists, Shane Albritton and Norman Lee, along with military representatives and public officials for a groundbreaking on Thursday, at 11 a.m. of the Fallen Five Memorial: “Wreath of Honor” at the Tennessee Riverpark, within the Fishing Park segment of the Riverpark — between Shelter 4 and the Boat Ramp — across from the NOSC. The memorial, designed by Albritton and Lee, will honor the five men who lost their lives during the July 16, 2015 tragic shootings at the Armed Services Recruiting Center on Lee Highway and the U.S. Naval Operational Support ...read more...

Gallery: Brainerd alumni, UTC students join forces to spruce up school +12 more photos Generations of Brainerd High School graduates, students and other community members gathered at the school Saturday for the third workday in an ongoing effort to spruce up the campus. Last month, the Brainerd High Alumni Association launched a beautification project and invited other organizations to join alumni in cleaning, painting, putting down mulch, and planting trees this summer. "It keeps the school growing," said Mary Johnson Jackson, a graduate of the class of 1978. "It keeps us together as a community family. Not everyone can donate ...read more...

Area students have the chance to experience an interactive 20-minute virtual reality field trip for free.Researchers from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette are bringing a virtual reality experience to Chattanooga and seeking participation from students ages 13 and older.Students will be immersing themselves in the virtual environment alongside a live teacher from Louisiana joining them through next-generation internet technology, according to a news release.The teacher will take the student on a tour through an energy plant, explaining how it functions.“This is a great opportunity for summer STEM learning, as well as to participate in a cross-city virtual reality experience that can ...read more...

One day last week, I was determined to find, and report some good news.  I had heard of an inner-city program that keeps boys busy during the summer by teaching them to work with their hands.  When I arrived to do the story, I learned there had been a miscommunication, and the kids were on a field trip out of town. I told my news photographer to hang on: I had a Plan B. A nearby middle school was holding a summer learning camp, mixing classroom time with hands-on activities like painting lockers.  I contacted the school and was told, “Not today. ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — It's Navy Week here in Chattanooga - a chance for sailors to show our community what they've been up to around the world. Riverbend sets the perfect stage for just that.All week long, sailors will volunteer at things like boys and girls clubs and local summer camps.On Monday, scientists from the Navy Oceanography and Meteorology Command spent the afternoon at the downtown IMAX.On display - equipment the Navy uses to collect oceanographic and meteorological data."We'll set up at museums aquariums and all these are great out reach places to kind of connect with the public and let them ...read more...

Women of Distinction of Greater Chattanooga is asking the community to nominate outstanding women in the area for the 2018 Women of Distinction award. On October 17, the new Women of Distinction of Greater Chattanooga will hold its inaugural luncheon to recognize 10 female community leaders.   A Woman of Distinction is one who:• Volunteers her time to help improve the quality of life for others;• Establishes standards that inspire and encourage other women to achieve their full potential; and• Provides leadership and influences decisions that shape and define the city and community."These women give of themselves through their time, energy and talents to make a ...read more...

Hundreds of volunteers will be collecting spare change on Friday, June 1, from 7-10:30 a.m. at 35 McDonald’s restaurants for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga, a charity focused on creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families. Day of Change is an opportunity to show the importance of giving back, even in the smallest gesture. Other than donating spare change, people may purchase a Chattanooga Times Free Press newspaper at contributing McDonald’s locations. Each newspaper comes with an exclusive McDonald’s coupon and a portion of each newspaper sold will be ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA — The Chattanooga IRONMAN 70.3 is in the books, and it was a day jam-packed with emotion. Andrew Starykowicz took the top spot.It's been a long road back for Starykowicz, who was hit by a truck while on his bike back in August of 2016."It looked like the end of my career, but day-by-day I fought and fought," Starykowicz said.But he said it was ultimately his family who got him to where he is now."Shortly after I got run over, my son ended up in an ICU when he was born, and it was seeing those little kids and their ...read more...

More than 3,100 athletes are traveling from 45 states and 21 countries to take part in this weekend's 2018 Sunbelt Bakery IRONMAN 70.3 in Chattanooga.The event is presented by McKee - A Family Bakery.The annual scenic and fast triathlon event returns Sunday. It takes athletes south of downtown Chattanooga into North Georgia and Walker County, providing incredible views of Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River.Offering a total professional prize purse of $30,000, the race will award a total of 30 age-group qualifying slots for the 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, which will take place in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa. The ...read more...

Here is the latest jail booking report from Hamilton County: AKERY, OCEAN SKYLER  32 HENRY HAWKINS DR LAFAYETTE, 30728  Age at Arrest: 20 years old Arresting Agency: Hamilton County THEFT OF PROPERTY-OVER 1000 VANDALISM/MALICIOUS MISCHIEF --- ALLEN, RANDY  90 WELCH WAY PARIS, 38242  Age at Arrest: 20 years old Arresting Agency:  ... (click for more)[1]The City Council next Tuesday will hear short term vacation rental appeals on Trewhitt Street, Long Street, Kelly's Ferry Road and Tennessee Avenue. Under the new home rental rules, when one or more neighbors objects to a proposed rental the council must decide if it is to ...read more...

The Chattanooga Area Food Bank was awarded a $51,700 grant from the Walmart Foundation to help fight hunger in their 20-county service area in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) education and outreach. "SNAP is the largest federal assistance program working to fight hunger in America. More than 70 percent of SNAP benefits go to households with children. Yet, 17 percent of Americans eligible for SNAP currently do not receive this benefit, and only 41 percent of eligible seniors are enrolled," officials said.  "With this grant, the Chattanooga Area Food Bank hopes to scale access ...read more...

Award Winners & Videos from the ScrappysGoMocs.comThe University of Tennessee at Chattanooga continued the yearly tradition of celebrating its student-athletes with the sevent annual Coca-Cola Scrappy Awards. The event was held Thursday at the Tivoli Theater in downtown Chattanooga and covered the ...and more »read more...

The sixth annual Elizabeth’s Outrun Melanoma 5K and Walk will take place on Saturday, May 12 at Enterprise South Nature Park, 190 Still Hollow Loop in Chattanooga"Skin cancer is the most common cancer and affects men and women of all ages.  Melanoma causes the most skin cancer deaths.  As we gear up for summer when more people are likely to be exposed to the sun’s damaging UV rays, the 6th annual Elizabeth’s Outrun Melanoma 5K and Walk is a perfect family activity to help raise awareness and support a great cause," officials said. "This is a family friendly event that can ...read more...

In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month the community is invited to an open house to be held at the Chattanooga Family Justice Center (FJC) on Wednesday, April 4, from 11 a.m-1 pm. The FJC is at 5705 Uptain Road. April was first declared Child Abuse Prevention Month by presidential proclamation in 1983. Since then, April has been a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse. Every hour of every day, there is allegation of child abuse in Tennessee. Unfortunately, child abuse is a problem in every county and community ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools honored the district’s three teachers of the year today at a lunch at the Public House restaurant. “I don’t know if you’ve heard, we have a Forrest Kindergarten class, and Sam can be found most days outside in what we call our forest.”Samantha Eaton is one of the winners of the school system’s teacher of the year award, and she explains what that means.“I was the first teacher in the State of Tennessee to start a Forest Kindergarten program in a public school. We were the first one in Hamilton County, we’ve had visitors ...read more...

Chattanooga area employers added jobs over the past year at more than twice the rate of the U.S. as a whole, creating a net new 9,287 jobs in the 12 months ended in January, according to new state figures. But pay raises for most Tennessee workers didn't improve much in the past year and the non-seasonally adjusted jobless rate still moved higher in January from the record lows reached at the end of 2017. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development said Thursday that unemployment in metropolitan Chattanooga rose in January by 0.6 percentage points to 3.9 percent - ...read more...

The Chattanooga Public Library has created a platform to collect stories, photos, videos, oral histories and other memorabilia from local residents and organizations. Throughout March which is Women’s History Month, the new stories focus on Chattanooga women. The website, chattanoogamemory.com[1], is open to the public to add their own memories about Chattanooga women who have influenced their own lives. The Library has partnered with Pass It Down to build the user-friendly website and create some of its content. The new stories added about Chattanooga women include: Abby Crawford Milton - Chattanooga’s suffragist leader, Dr. Mary Edwards Walker - a surgeon during the Civil War ...read more...

The New York Times featured Chattanooga in an extensive article. (Screenshot: New York Times)Roving travel reporter Jada Yuan visited Chattanooga as a part of her ongoing “52 Places Traveler” series for The New York Times.The article “Chattanooga is Changing. But Its Charms Remain” can be read here. [1]Yuan’s extensive article highlighted some of Chattanooga’s best aspects: outdoor sports, scenic views, “great coffee shops” and local restaurants.During her stay, she visited The Dwell, enjoyed passing through “the impossibly narrow” Pickle Barrel and “the eternal hotspot” that is Flying Squirrel Bar. She even enjoyed a dinner with locals at Taconooga.She also spent time ...read more...

Instructor Marty Dunagan shows her student Shaw Miller a recorder while teaching her preschool class for deaf and hearing impaired children about instruments Friday at Brainerd United Methodist Church in Chattanooga. Photo by Doug Strickland /Times Free Press. It looks and sounds like a typical school: cubbies, bulletin boards and tiny chairs. Kids run around the gym, a few shriek aloud. Sounds of bouncing basketballs and plastic scooters echo far beyond the basketball court. Except at the Marty Center, there's a good chance some of the kids don't even realize all the racket they're making. The center is designed especially ...read more...

Lonely Planet's Best in the U.S. 2018 1. California's Redwood Coast: "Lose all track of time (and cell signal)" 2. Boise, Idaho: "What cool looks like before the rest of the world has figured it out" 3. Chattanooga: "Meet the New South!" 4. Florida's Space Coast: "Get a taste of outer space on earth" 5. Cincinnati, Ohio: "A new chapter for the city's artistic icons" 6. Midcoast, Maine: "One word says it all: 'Ayuh'" 7. Richmond, Va.: "Flipped from humdrum to happening" 8. Kentucky Bourbon Country: "The state's distilling heritage runs deep" 9. Minneapolis, Minn.: "In the spotlight for this year's Super Bowl" ...read more...

Timeline Round of 32: Ends Friday Sweet 16: Feb. 5-9 Elite Eight: Feb. 12-16 Final Four: Feb. 19-23 National Championship: Feb. 26-March 2 Chattanooga, once named the "Best Town Ever," is now in the running to win a top award for best public library in the nation. The Chattanooga Public Library is currently among 32 libraries vying for the Leslie B. Knope Award, named after Amy Poehler's character on the hit TV show "Parks and Recreation." The competition, hosted by Engaging Local Government Leaders, runs through March 2.  Voting for Round 2 ends Friday. If Chattanooga makes the cut this week, it ...read more...

The Tennessee Aquarium was named one of the top 10 attractions in Tennessee.  (Photo: Ashley Day)The results of a USA Today 10 Best readers’ poll[1] to find the best attractions in each state were announced today.Elvis Presley’s Graceland residence and museum in Memphis was named the top attraction in Tennessee.Locally, the Tennessee Aquarium[2] earned fifth place, and Lookout Mountain[3] rounded out the top 10. Sewanee: The University of the South[4] was the sixth-best Tennessee attraction, according to readers.Click here[5] for the full breakdown of Tennessee.Several Chattanooga attractions were nominated among the 20 finalists, including the Ocoee River [6]and Tennessee Riverpark[7].According to the introduction ...read more...

Where they're from Below are the top 10 metro areas from which Chattanooga gained population from 2010 to 2016: 1. Nashville 2. Atlanta 3. Knoxville 4. Dalton, Ga. 5. Cleveland, Tenn. 6. Memphis 7. San Antonio 8. Clarksville, Tenn. 9. Morristown, Tenn. 10. Detroit Source: Bellhops, Lawnstarter More people are moving from the Nashville area to Chattanooga than any other city, followed by Atlanta; Knoxville; Dalton, Ga.; and Cleveland, Tenn., according to a new study. The report by Chattanooga-based mover Bellhops, which covers 2011-2015, shows people from Nashville and Atlanta see the Scenic City as "a mix of big-city life ...read more...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Monday marks the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination. To honor his legacy, Chattanooga’s Office of Multicultural Affairs organized a Day of Service, where hundreds of volunteers use their off day to serve the community.Those volunteers spread throughout Chattanooga neighborhoods this morning to clean, paint, repair, and beautify, all while embracing one of Dr. King’s famed quotes: “The time is always right to do what is right.”“When I saw the gym today, just the fact that we can need a gymnasium to meet in for all the volunteers that show up is just fantastic,” said Chyela Rowe, a ...read more...

Station Street’s Songbirds Guitar Museum got a nod from The New York Times. (Photo: Jessica Stamey)Chattanooga is on The New York Times’ 2018 list[1] of places to visit.This is the 13th year that the publication has created the guide, and the new edition also includes places such as Tangier, Morocco and Buffalo, New York.Chattanooga is No. 25 on the list, and the write-up highlights the city’s high-speed internet service, local business development, the Tennessee Riverwalk and several businesses, including the Chattanooga Choo Choo, the Dwell Hotel and Songbirds Guitar Museum.[2][3][4]The Gig City isn’t a stranger to being featured in the publication.Chattanooga made the NYT’s ...read more...

The Chattanooga College is hosting its Career and Opportunity Fair today. From 8 a.m.-5 p.m., the front entrance and atrium of Chattanooga College, 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite B38, will be full of vendors from area businesses who are looking to hire. Event organizers invite anyone interested in employment, or learning more about Chattanooga College and their programs, to attend.  The job fair is open to current students and the general public. Vendors who will be at the Career and Opportunity Fair include: the Chattanooga Lookouts, Texas Roadhouse, law enforcement representatives, Tranco Logistics, Peoples Home Equity, Lipsey Logistics, Chattanooga Allergy Clinic, multiple ...read more...

Officials at Erlanger East Hospital announce the addition of a Children’s Specialty Clinic to the East Brainerd facility.  The clinic offers multiple pediatric specialties including gastroenterology, cardiology and endocrinology.  Erlanger’s Childhood Cancer Survivorship program, as well as pediatric Neurology and Pulmonology, will also join the clinic in the next few months.  The Children’s Specialty Clinic provides the same level of care a child would receive at the region’s only children’s hospital in downtown Chattanooga.  It offers a more convenient location for patients living in or near the East Brainerd area. While office visits will be available daily and vary by specialty, procedures ...read more...

» Local Tennessee Ornithological Society meeting: Today, 7 p.m., Ascension Lutheran Church, 720 S. Germantown Road. Contact David Stone at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 413-7033. » Soddy-Daisy chapter of Tennessee Trails Association hikes: Saturday, Savage Gulf south rim, moderate to strenuous, 5 miles in, 5 out (meet at 9 a.m. at Durham Street parking lot in Soddy-Daisy; call George Bonneau at 842-3619); Tuesday, Roaring Creek to McGill Creek & back, moderate 5 miles (meet at 9 a.m. at Durham Street lot; call Bonneau); Jan. 20, North Chickamauga Creek, strenuous 9 miles (meet at 9 a.m. at Walmart parking lot in Soddy-Daisy; call ...read more...

John Wilson, former Hamilton County Historian, has written two volumes on the early families of Hamilton County and also books on Chattanooga and on Lookout Mountain, as well as editing books on Chattanooga's railroads and the Stokes and Hiener photo collections.Railroads In And Around Chattanooga, featuring Chattanooga's intriguing railroad history, has 69 chapters and covers rail history here and in surrounding towns.The book, with many photos by Wes Schultz, has 568 pages and 1,546 photos and maps.It is $35, plus $6 for shipping and handling.There are some remaining copies of the third edition of The Remarkable Stokes Collection of early ...read more...

This Sunday’s Chattanooga City Celebration & Ciclovia[1] kicks off with Blues & Bikes at the Bessie at noon, followed shortly by the Mural Fest & Arts Expo.Blues & Bikes, the first of six block parties scheduled for Sunday afternoon, will take place at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center.“[The first party] will set the tone for the day, with a focus on good food, good music and active lifestyles,” according to a news release. “That’s why we’ll have engaging exercise groups led by Orangetheory Fitness and soccer fun with the Chattanooga Football Club and their kid-focused program Operation Get Active. High ...read more...

Play Wash Pint is located at 113 Johnson St. near the Chattanooga Choo-Choo. (Photo: Contributed)Nooga Paws co-owner Bob Poore has launched two new businesses, one of which allows customers to enjoy dogs and beer at the same time.“We’ve been searching for other opportunities,” he said.Bob and his co-owner/wife, Courtney, recently expanded their North Chattanooga natural pet products retail store[1], doubling the space from 2,000 to 4,000 square feet.And, after a chance meeting at Girls Preparatory School’s Mad, Bad and Dangerous[2] event, Bob saw an opportunity for another business, Nooga Turf[3], which installs and provides synthetic turfs that many animal lovers need, ...read more...

Approximately 4,500 of the world’s top athletes will head to the “Scenic City” on Sept. 9 and 10 to compete in the 2017 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. The event returns to U.S. soil for the first time in four years, and also marks the first time that the event will take place over two days. IRONMAN, a Wanda Sports Holding company, has produced this world-class event since 2006, with global rotation beginning in 2014. “With its dramatic backdrop, striking riverfront and fast swim course through the Tennessee River, Chattanooga is well-equipped to play host to the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship this ...read more...