Walden’s Ridge Park, a 200-acre mountain biking, climbing and hiking destination, is set to open
Almost a decade in the making, Walden's Ridge Park is set to open Saturday with a ribbon-cutting and public celebration.
Stories by Emily Crisman
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Red Bank proposes alternative location for consolidated elementary school
The Red Bank City Commission has unanimously passed a resolution to inform the Hamilton County school board and Hamilton County Commission of the city's positi…
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East Ridge Police Department launching drone program
The East Ridge Police Department is joining a growing number of law enforcement agencies using drone technology.
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How to find out if your property is affected by changes to federal flood risk maps
Flood risk is changing in portions of the Chattanooga area, and representatives from the federal and Tennessee state emergency management agencies are hosting …
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How to make the Passionfruit Mule Mocktail from Cashew in Chattanooga
While Cashew is well known as a destination for plant-based vegan cuisine, the restaurant is also beginning to build a stellar reputation for its beverages — w…
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Out-and-back day trips northeast from Chattanooga
For years, drivers of Ferraris and Porsches and Shelby Cobras have quietly slipped into Chattanooga on their way to points unknown. Well, at least "unknown" to…
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Chattanooga Paddlesports owner hopes to make paddling a more accessible sport for all
Chris Murphy, owner of mobile paddleboard rental business Chattanooga Paddleboards, is working to start a nonprofit organization to support and develop paddle …
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Former Chattanooga health care exec now leads wildlife photography workshops across the world
Following a successful career as a health-care executive at Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, Donna Bourdon is spending her retirement traveling the world…
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Greenway Farms dog park users still waiting on city of Chattanooga to make improvements with grant awarded in July 2022
When the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Department opened a dog park inside Enterprise South Nature Park last month, Hixson resident Craig Ruff had mixed…
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Chattanooga’s Naughty Cat Cafe forced to take down sign before holiday weekend
Chattanooga code enforcement officers recently informed the owners of the Naughty Cat Cafe that the mobile sign reading "30 cats inside" it uses to draw in vis…
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Subscriber ExclusiveEast Ridge alters plans to widen roadway to Red Wolves stadium development
The city of East Ridge is moving forward with plans to widen North Mack Smith Road between Ringgold Road and the development known as the Gateway that includes…
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Dog park with unique splash pad feature opens at Chattanooga’s Enterprise South
The dog days of summer may be over, but Chattanooga dogs and their parents can still find relief from the lingering summer heat at the new Barks and Trails dog…
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Soddy-Daisy criminalizes camping on city property
The city of Soddy-Daisy has passed an ordinance prohibiting camping on city property, raising concerns as to where the unhoused people camping in city parks wi…
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How to make the Monty Hugo, one Chattanooga restaurant’s version of the Hugo Spritz
If you're looking for a refreshing summer cocktail that's relatively easy to make, look no further than the Hugo Spritz.
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New boutique fitness studios expand exercise options in Chattanooga-area neighborhoods
With more people now working from home for at least part of the week, many people are working out closer to home as well. Online classes and home exercise equi…
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Riding the Ferris wheel, playing mini golf and strolling the boardwalk are Myrtle Beach must-dos
While I generally choose more secluded beach destinations, I also love to indulge in kitschy tourist attractions by the sea — the likes of which only Myrtle Be…
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Signal Mountain residents complain town failed to communicate plans to install sewer pumps
Signal Mountain residents Ed and Allison Coach say they were unaware of plans to put a sewer pump near the end of their driveway until July 13, when a neighbor…
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Subscriber ExclusiveResidents complain Hamilton County new short-term rental regulations not being enforced
A group of residents in unincorporated Hamilton County are unhappy with the lack of enforcement of the county's new short-term rental regulations passed by the…
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Former employees allege unsanitary conditions, abuse at Chattanooga animal hospital
Former employees of Brainerd Hills Animal Hospital claim the clinic was unsanitary and two of its veterinarians abused animals.
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Camp Swann is an eclectic, photo-friendly getaway that’s not just for kids
Chattanoogans Adam and Cortney Swann are now booking guests at the former summer camp on Monteagle, which they purchased and spent the last year renovating, tr…
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Stock up on Sonic ice this summer; where to find ‘the good ice’ in Chattanooga
Summer and ice go hand in hand, and this summer, everyone is reaching for Sonic ice. The drive-in restaurant has been serving up sodas and slushies in its perf…
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Visit the ‘land of waterfalls,’ a short drive from Chattanooga
Brevard, North Carolina, has several claims to fame, including the "Land of Waterfalls," named for the 250 cascades dotting its landscape; the summer camp capi…
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Subscriber ExclusiveWhat you should know about automated license plate readers, as more Chattanooga area agencies employ the location tracking technology
An increasing number of area law enforcement agencies are using automated license plate recognition technology to identify and track vehicles, generate leads a…
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Subscriber ExclusiveHeat spurs flying squirrels to seek shelter in Chattanooga area homes
As the heat intensifies this summer, property owners are likely to have more frequent encounters with critters such as flying squirrels that are making their w…
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Large black bear spotted in Signal Mountain
Earlier this week, a black bear was spotted in various places on Signal Mountain, where bear sightings are fairly uncommon.
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Collegedale police rescue fawn found on roadway, but wildlife agency says citizens should leave fawns alone
As human populations grow and development spreads, humans and wildlife are more likely to encounter one another as they increasingly coexist in the same spaces.
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Chattanooga’s McKamey Animal Center at "breaking point," seeks relief for overcrowded shelter
McKamey Animal Center is asking for the public's help to alleviate space issues at the shelter, where overcrowding is worse than ever before, Director of Advan…
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Red Bank commissioners approve tax rate increase of 52%
Red Bank city commissioners have voted 3-1 to approve a proposed 57-cent increase in the municipality's property tax rate, going from $1.10 to $1.67 per $100 o…
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Subscriber ExclusiveAs costs skyrocket, some Chattanooga-area governments are scaling down their July Fourth celebrations
With the increasing cost of fireworks — and cost of living — many governments across the Chattanooga region are planning smaller Fourth of July celebrations th…
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Chattanooga Zoo breaks ground on Cape of Africa expansion
The Chattanooga Zoo is charging forward with the capital campaign for its Cape of Africa expansion, featuring warthogs, servals and Cape porcupines as well as …
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Chattanooga Electric Bike Co. owners work toward making Chattanooga a more bike-friendly city
Chattanooga Electric Bike Co. owners John Mathna and Diana Davies are working to improve the bikeability of Chattanooga and promote micromobility, which involv…
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Pickleball: It’s not just for adults. Young players now the fastest-growing age bracket in the beloved sport
The fastest-growing sport in America for the third year in a row, pickleball is continuing its reign as the biggest sports trend to come out of the COVID-19 pa…
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Why you need a custom tea blend, and where to get one in Chattanooga
When you step into a store's tea section, you're likely to find a selection of teas that address a wide variety of general issues, from teas that coat a sore t…
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The best secluded beaches in the South
If you're really looking to get away from it all, the following beach destinations will provide the seclusion you're looking for along with rare perks like hor…
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Chattanooga-area librarian continues to ‘push back’ after cancellation of inclusive Mother’s Day lesson
Alpine Crest Elementary librarian Caroline Mickey chose to plan a lesson around Mother's Day because she thought it would be an easy way to fill 50 minutes wit…
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Floating litter collection device installed on Chattanooga Creek
Chattanooga Creek is now home to a litter boom, a floating trash collection device installed Tuesday near the Wheland trailhead of the Tennessee Riverwalk.
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Soddy-Daisy OKs new vacation rental regulations
The Soddy Daisy City Commission has passed new regulations for short-term vacation rentals.
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‘Cruelty to turtles is not OK,’ says Chattanooga wildlife rehabilitator treating turtle thrown from moving car
The Chattanooga Police Department earlier this week transported a turtle to local wildlife rehabilitation facility For Fox Sake after she was thrown from a fas…
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Signal Mountain dipping into reserves to cover $700,000 budget shortfall
The town of Signal Mountain is avoiding a tax increase despite a revenue shortfall of nearly $700,000 in its budget for next fiscal year by dipping into its fu…
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Hamilton County school board draws complaints regarding cancellation of Mother’s Day lesson
A handful of people shared their views Thursday at the Hamilton County school board meeting on the administration's cancellation of an Alpine Crest Elementary …
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Chattanooga area elementary school cancels Mother’s Day lesson after complaints from conservative organization
A Mother's Day lesson planned by a librarian at Alpine Crest Elementary School was canceled after it drew the attention of the local chapter of the conservativ…
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Opie Acres cares for Chattanooga’s orphaned, injured possums, small mammals
Chattanooga is home to one of the nation's largest possum rehabilitation facilities, Opie Acres, where the number of possums and other small mammals is growing…
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Rezoning request for Walden’s Ridge RV storage facility denied by Chattanooga-Hamilton County planning panel
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission on Monday voted unanimously to recommend denial of a request to rezone property on Walden's Ridge …
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MAC Cares Fund established after Lilo’s viral story helps keep Chattanooga pets with their families
A Chattanooga dog named Lilo touched the hearts of people all over the world when the dog's story was shared in January by McKamey Animal Center, which establi…
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Walden’s Ridge residents concerned about rezoning of property for RV storage
The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission is scheduled to vote May 8 on the rezoning of property on Walden's Ridge, where a developer plans …
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Try the boozy orange cream cocktail from Amada Tapas in Chattanooga
There's nothing like the nostalgic feel of pushing orange sherbet through a cardboard roll on a hot day. Well, except for the orange push-pop cocktail at Chatt…
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How to learn more about your Enneagram type in Chattanooga
The Enneagram, a personality typing system with origins traced to South America in the mid-20th century, is having a resurgence in popularity, and Chattanooga …
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Boost in Chattanooga area sewer upgrades from federal funds may lessen impact of upcoming rate increase
East Ridge and Red Bank are among the Tennessee cities receiving American Rescue Plan funds for sewer repairs in the most recent round of grants awarded earlie…
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Students in Chattanooga and the Caribbean find common ground in polluted waterways
Plastic bottles. Juice boxes. Baby diapers. These are just a few of the items students at both Calvin Donaldson Elementary in Chattanooga and Dame Pearlette…
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Soddy-Daisy’s KelCurt Farms builds first of many hoop houses to help feed community
KelCurt Farms is launching a food security program in Soddy-Daisy with the first in a series of hoop-style greenhouses the organization is building to grow veg…
