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City's 1st New Parks Plan In 25 Years Calls For Miles Of New Greenways, Urban Ecological Areas

6/20/2023

The city of Chattanooga’s first new parks plan in 25 years calls for miles of new greenways, new neighborhood parks and large areas of urban ecological areas. Scott Martin, parks director, told members of the City Council that completion of the plan would bring the city from a C+ parks grade to an A. He said the goal is to be ‘a city in a park,’ where all residents and guests have access to a system of quality parks, greenways, and recreational facilities that are designed, built, and maintained with intention. The new plan builds upon visionary planning documents including the Nolen Park Plan for Chattanooga (1911), the Riverfront Plan (1985), and the ReCreate 2008 Plan (1998), ... (click for more)

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EPB dedicated new murals by 10 local artists to its 10th Street Substation wall. This year’s murals illustrate the theme “Traditions on MLK,” which honors the history, heritage and significance of downtown Chattanooga’s Martin Luther King Boulevard neighborhood. See photos of murals in Happenings article.

Finley Stadium Is $150,000 In The Black And Planning Many Improvements

6/20/2023

Brian Wright has served as executive director of Finley Stadium for almost a year. At the board of directors meeting Tuesday, he talked about the progress that has been made during that time and plans for the future. He said the first year will be used to establish a baseline. During that time, incremental changes have been made. Moving into ... (click for more)

Dr. Ty Stone Resigns As Cleveland State President; Dr. Ray Brooks Named Interim

6/20/2023

Dr. Flora Tydings, Chancellor of the Tennessee Board of Regents, has accepted the resignation of Dr. Ty Stone as president of Cleveland State Community College, effective June 30, 2023. Dr. Stone became the college’s seventh president on July 1, 2022. Chancellor Tydings has appointed Dr. Ray Brooks as Cleveland State’s interim president as ... (click for more)

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Latest Hamilton County Arrest Report

6/21/2023

Here is the latest Hamilton County arrest report: BAKER, CHYNA AYANNA 2911 NORTH CHAMBERLAIN CHATTANOOGA, 37406 Age at Arrest: 20 years old Arresting Agency: Chattanooga PD POSSESSING A FIREARM WITH INTENT TO GO ARMED POSS OF FIREARM DURING A FELONY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES IN SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE IN SCHEDULE II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE IN SCHEDULE II POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA POSSESSION OF METH (SELL, DEL. OR MANUFACTURING) POSSESSING A FIREARM WITH ... more

Mayor Kelly's 3rd Budget Gets Approval On Final Reading

6/20/2023

City Council Approves Going Forward With Economic Impact Study On TIF At The Bend

6/20/2023

City Council Delays Decision On Help For Ukrainian City Until July 11

6/20/2023

Aaron Tyler, 43, Arrested For 2 Assaults On Women In Dalton

6/20/2023

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Scenic City Summer Showcase Brings Large Number Of Teams To Chattanooga

6/20/2023

The Scenic City Summer Showcase by Connect Sports is set this weekend featuring a large number of out-of-town select softball teams. The Chattanooga-based event management company said last year, 484 out-of-town teams with over 13,500 people descended on the Chattanooga region to play select softball in front of over 400 college softball coaches, and this year should exceed that. The 484 teams pumped over $14 million in estimated economic impact into the local community, it was stated. ... more

Brent Tucker Takes Reins As Cleveland Baseball Coach

6/20/2023

Unbeaten Ooltewah Defeats Rival Stuart Heights

6/19/2023

Chattanooga Area Swim League Results

6/19/2023

PHOTOS: CASL Swim Meet Big Ridge At Cumberland

6/19/2023

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LSU Deals 2nd Loss To Tennessee To End Vols College World Series Hopes

6/20/2023

LSU defeated Tennessee, 5-0, in Omaha on Tuesday night to end the Vols College World Series hopes. The Vols mounted several threats, but never could push a run across. The Tigers now face top-ranked Wake Forest with the challenge of having to defeat the Demon Deacons twice. Lefty Nate Ackenhausen was a surprise starter for LSU out of the bullpen, limiting Tennessee to four hits. Tennessee's best chance came when Cal Stark was hit by a pitch and Maui Ahuna doubled over the left ... more