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CHATTER Magazine – October 2026
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Photos: Just One More Foundation Fundraiser
A group of Chattanooga philanthropists indulged in hors d'oeuvres and spirits at a fundraiser held at the condo of Richard Rogers, founder of Just One More Foundation. This organization provides financial assistance for local residents who have struggled with mental health, drug misuse and health challenges.
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Photos: Go Red for Women luncheon
The annual Go Red for Women luncheon, hosted by the American Heart Association, was themed "Be the Beat" to educate people on the importance of learning CPR and being informed about the health disparities that exist for women. The luncheon raised funds to further the research on cardiovascular disease in women.
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Photos: Goodwill’s Centennial Celebration
Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area celebrated their 100th anniversary with an awards banquet for their employees and the installation of an exhibit that features the milestones and charity that Goodwill has accomplished. Chattanooga Goodwill was founded in 1923 and now has 17 locations in the Chattanooga area.
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Photos: Chattanooga Music Club Banquet
The Chattanooga Music Club gathered at the Walden Club for their annual banquet, enjoying dinner and live music. Scholarship recipients Ewan Manalo (cello) and Colette Smith (voice) performed, and inspirational speaker Jimmy Cooley addressed the audience.
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Exploring Chattanooga drag with Alyvia St. Claire and Bambii Montice
Chattanooga has long been known for its picturesque landscapes and Southern charm, but it has been quietly undergoing a transformation. In recent years, this city nestled in the Tennessee Valley has emerged as a hub for diverse art forms, and one captivating genre has been gaining in popularity: drag.
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Brent Sanders: The artist behind Chattanooga’s Southern Expressionism
Chattanoogan Brent Sanders grew up frequenting the downtown skateboarding scene in the mid-'80s. Pre-aquarium, he said there was nothing going on in downtown Chattanooga on Saturdays, allowing a group of local skaters to kickflip to their heart's content.
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Artists Susan Parry and Matt Thomas talk about the craft of glassblowing
Glassblowing is a kind of ballet of the dying swan. When the artist pulls 1,700-degree molten glass from a kiln, it's glowing and alive, a shape dancing among harsh forces, like gravity, pressure, resistance, but ever cooling toward a frozen end.
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Photographer Steven Llorca sees Chattanooga through the lens of his camera
When Steven Llorca takes a photo, he's looking for spaces or structures that are iconic, well-composed or interestingly juxtaposed.
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Local tattoo artists and the people they’ve worked on discuss Chattanooga’s tattoo scene
Meagan Dare was raised on the buzz of tattoo guns and the "biker dude" atmosphere of her father's traditional street shop. She moved from Blue Ridge, Georgia, to Chattanooga two years ago, deciding to bring her second-generation tattooing to the Scenic City.
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Tracy Beamon is welding happiness, one piece of jewelry at a time
In a world where adversity can sometimes dim the brightest of stars, Tracy Beamon's story shines as a testament to resilience and creativity.
The Seen
Have you been seen? A look at local events
