The dates for the 25 th  annual Marie Humphreys Spring Wildflower Festival and Native Plant Sale will be March 30 & 31, and April 1. Admission is free and the hours of the sale will be Friday and Saturday, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, from 1-5 p.m.   Organizers said, "This year we will, again, have guided walks identifying the native flora with regard to its historical ... (click for more)

Here are upcoming outdoor news and events: Winter Workshop: Introduction to Building Wooden Boats Feb. 9 Wooden boat hobbyist Nelson Bennett will offer tips on getting started with building your own wooden boat at this week’s Winter Workshop on Thurs., Feb. 9, 6 p.m. at Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St. in Coolidge Park. Learn where to find plans, space, tools and other ... (click for more)

The Election Commission voted Wednesday to send the city of Chattanooga a bill for its expenses in the Mayor Ron Littlefield recall case. Chairman Mike Walden said, "They've known about the problem (with the city charter's recall provision) for six years and they've done nothing about it. They've known all about this lawsuit and they've done nothing about it." He added, "I ... (click for more)

A Comcast employee, Adrian Lewisson, 47, was directing traffic on Tuesday, when he was struck by a car driven by Justina Mays, 47. Chattanooga Police Officers responded to the scene at 500 Browns Ferry Road, at 1:50 p.m. Mr. Lewisson sustained serious injuries and was taken to Erlanger Hospital for treatment, where he is listed in critical condition. Charges may be filed ... (click for more)

Dear Roy,   I am flattered that you and I think a lot alike and that we both use the same 'Rule Book.'  I also agree with you that it is healthy to offer differing opinions.  However, I disagree with you on the issue of discretionary spending.   I did not see you at the Hamilton County Pachyderm Club meeting on Monday.  Sorry that I did not see you ... (click for more)

Back when I was in my late 20s, still really dumb but all eager to make a difference in the world, I got tangled up in a life-changing caper late one night. A close friend called and frantically asked if I knew anybody who had a private plane. She said a real sick child needed to get to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis  – it was desperate -- and the life-or-death ... (click for more)