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The Seen: Blueprints for the Future
Building Brighter Futures was the theme Sept. 24 as Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga welcomed supporters to First Horizon Pavilion for Blueprints for the Future. Featuring music,…
The Seen
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The Seen: 2026 Chattanooga Heart Ball
The 2026 Chattanooga Heart Ball, hosted by the American Heart Association, celebrated local survivors, community milestones and lifesaving health care initiatives. The black-tie gala was held at The Chattanoogan Hotel, and honored local survivor Jay Elliott. Proceeds from the campaign will help fund lifesaving research, CPR education and access to nutritious foods in underserved neighborhoods.
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The Seen: 14th Annual Chambliss Mardi Gras Gala
Guests celebrated at the 14th Annual Chambliss Mardi Gras Gala at The Read House in downtown Chattanooga, a festive fundraiser benefiting the center's childcare, early education and foster care programs. The evening brought together community supporters for a night of tradition, music and recognition. Melvin and Kimberly Bowen were crowned the 2026 Mardi Gras king and queen.
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Food Scene: The Spritzeria opens in Red Bank
In January, when the Spritzeria build-out was still under construction, when the days were gray and cold, hearing Julie and Dru Galea describe the vision for their forthcoming restaurant felt like a dream.
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Food Scene: Where to find the best baked goods in Chattanooga
Here's where to find the best baked goods in Chattanooga.
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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.
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Photos: Dinner of Firsts
Chattanooga State's 60th "Dinner of Firsts" celebrated first-generation college students who are changing the trajectory of their family.
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Photos: Choices Banquet
The annual Choices Banquet, held at the Chattanooga Convention Center, brought together community in support of those facing unexpected pregnancies.
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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.
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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.
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Dining Review: You can expect beautiful food and expert service at Camila
Dinner at Camila is like a walk through the French countryside.
