People & Scenes

Photos: Best Cellar

Wine and food lovers visited the Hunter Museum of American Art to help Preserve Chattanooga in their mission to protect historic architecture around the city.

By Mark Gilliland February 28, 2026

Photos: Dinner of Firsts

Chattanooga State's 60th "Dinner of Firsts" celebrated first-generation college students who are changing the trajectory of their family.

By Photography by Mark Gilliland February 28, 2026

Photos: Choices Banquet

The annual Choices Banquet, held at the Chattanooga Convention Center, brought together community in support of those facing unexpected pregnancies.

By Photos by Mark Gilliland February 28, 2026

Photos: Spectrum Hunter Museum

Art Deco design, flapper fashion, and jazz music set the zeitgeist as Chattanooga turned out to support the Hunter Museum of American Art at its 2025 Spectrum fundraiser this fall.

By Photos by Mark Gilliland February 28, 2026

Photos: Women of Distinction

The Chattanooga Convention Center was buzzing with anticipation for the 2025 Tennessee Women of Distinction. Janet Ayers, the co-founder of Ayers Foundation Trust, was honored for her contributions to charitable organizations in health care and education. The Women of Distinction Award honors women who display selflessness and excellence in various areas of their community. Proceeds benefited Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which provides free books to children in Tennessee.

By Photos by Zachary Cross February 28, 2026

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By Anne Braly February 10, 2026

Photos: WCAAHAA’s Trailblazer Awards

To commemorate 60 years of racial integration in Walker County, Georgia, and WCAAHAA's 25th anniversary, guests reflected on the progress and continued mission of the WCAAHAA (the Walker County African American Historical and Alumni Association). Speaker and special guest Mr. Luther Ingram, the CEO of Roper Corporation, engaged guests, and students and teachers who've made a lasting impact on racial integration were honored. The event was a standing testament to the fight for freedom and equality.

By Photos by Zachary Cross December 31, 2025

Photos: National Medal of Honor Heritage Center’s Patriot Awards Gala

The Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center honored living Medal of Honor recipients for their sacrifices. Held in the Chattanooga Convention Center, the ceremony was one of respect, serenaded by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan band. Four Americans who exemplify the core values of America -- patriotism, citizenship, courage, integrity, sacrifice and commitment -- received awards, helping inspire future generations to act as upstanding members of the United States and Chattanooga community.

By Photos by Mark Gilliland December 31, 2025

Photos: Northside Neighborhood House’s Not So Silent Auction

The Signal was alive and bustling as guests bet on items, played games and enjoyed delicious food. Proceeds went to Northside Neighborhood House's mission of empowering people in Northern Hamilton County with vital resources, including working utilities in their homes, academic opportunities for students in disadvantaged positions and childcare that offers parents the chance to pursue their goals. Behind this fun evening was a greater mission: giving community members the chance to invest in families like theirs so everyone can thrive.

By Photos contributed by Northside Neighborhood House December 31, 2025