Part of MLK Boulevard in Chattanooga is temporarily shut down for construction until further notice. It is part of an initiative to revitalize and modernize Miller Park. The remodeling was also brought up as a solution to the many complaints about the local homeless population living in the park and …
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This weekend promises to be an entertaining weekend in the scenic city! Anime Blast returns to the Chattanooga Choo-Choo for the seventh annual anime convention! The event will take place starting today and run all weekend. A weekend pass costs $45 and $20-$30 per day. Check out the website to …
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The God of Thunder is back in theaters! Thor: Ragnarok hits theaters today. Ratings are overall positive so far, but you can head on over to our Facebook page to see where our Jake Taylor has to say about the movie. Want to party at a unique place? Sculpture Fields …
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You can find rainbows, flags, and more at Chattanooga’s Pride Parade. Many people gathered at the Sculpture Fields to celebrate the annual Pride Parade. After being set back, the parade happened this past Sunday, and the turnout was substantial. Hosted by Tennessee Pride, the parade consisted of sexualities of all …
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“Be bold. Be fearless. Be more than pink.” It is probably something you have heard or seen around the Chattanooga area for the last month or so. As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our local Susan G. Komen hosted the annual Race for the Cure event. This year’s race …
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For its fifth year, Take Back the Night takes a stand against violence. Community members gathered at Chamberlain Field to enjoy music, crafts and free food, before taking the annual march through the Historic Fort Wood District to raise awareness about these issues. This event is internationally recognized as a …
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Cannons flew through the air this week at UTC. Workers closed Oak Street as the giant crane hauled the cannons 25 feet up in the air in front of Patten House. The cannons are now in Lookout Valley for rehab work that will include repainting with weather-resistant green epoxy. The …
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This weekend is filled with thrills. Starting tonight and running the rest of the weekend is the return of the seventh annual Frightening Ass Film Festival (FAFF). The event will take place at the Palace Picture House on Georgia Avenue, and will also feature live music from Nick Lutsko. Cost …
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The UTC History Club learned about the history of racism in Downtown Chattanooga. Students toured through Chattanooga starting at Martin Luther King Boulevard. The group talked about the city’s early slave market and labor force. They also covered the violent reactions to the Brown vs. Board of Education case and …
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Chattanooga mourns the death of a local tv personality. Don Welch died at 75 years old, ending his battle with Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia. In the 1960’s, Welch began his broadcasting career as a newsreader and disc jockey. Many recognize Welch from his work at News Channel 9 …
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