Red Bank postpones vote on city manager’s employment agreement
The Red Bank City Commission this week postponed a vote on departing City Manager Tim Thornbury's employment agreement until next week.
Catoosa County banks on tournaments for big returns on $2 million baseball complex investment
Catoosa County will make improvements to the Poplar Springs Baseball Complex, a move officials hope will bring money in to the community.
LaFayette, Georgia, ‘story walk’ provides interactive reading experience
The recently installed "story walk" along the LaFayette Recreation Department Nature Trail offers the opportunity to simultaneously do two beneficial activities, exercising and reading, while staying safe outdoors during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
5 destination restaurants near Chattanooga that are worth the drive
Don't be afraid to splurge - as cities begin lifting their COVID-19 restrictions, the fine dining experience is sure to make a comeback.
Wine + picnic + views = perfect day trip from Chattanooga
There are plenty of local spots to enjoy wine and picnic, but there's something extra-special about drinking wine and picnicking en masse - in separate groups at a distance these days - and the vineyard setting at Arrington Vineyards offers the perfect spot.
What to consider when shopping for a high-end grill
Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer - and, of course, grilling season - is quickly approaching, so it's time to get your outdoor kitchen in order.
Consulting contract for departing Red Bank city manager raises questions
A majority of the Red Bank City Commission voted Monday to accept the terms of City Manager Tim Thornbury's voluntary resignation, including paying him his full $110,000 annual salary and benefits to serve as a consultant on an as-needed basis until next March.
Ringgold, Georgia, marks 10th anniversary of EF-4 tornado
Ten years after an EF-4 tornado hit Ringgold, most homes and businesses that were destroyed have been rebuilt, and residents and officials feel they're better prepared for similar disasters.
LaFayette, Georgia, food pantry anticipates high need will outlive pandemic
While the country seems to be creeping closer to a sense of normality as millions of Americans get the COVID-19 vaccine each day, the increase in hunger seen during the pandemic shows no signs of slowing.
Catoosa and Walker counties see 60-70% increase in weapons carry permits issued during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a busy time for Northwest Georgia probate court clerks, who issue weapons carry permits for residents of Georgia counties. Catoosa and Walker counties both saw big increases in the number of weapons carry permits they issued in 2020 compared to 2019.
