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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Chattanooga

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we spoke with some members of Chattanooga’s Latino community to find out what they love about living in Chattanooga. Hear from them about where to eat, what to do, and hidden Chattanooga secrets you should check out. What do you love about Chattanooga? Marco…

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Ask a Local: Burt Casey

Owner of Fountainhead Taproom ( a self-pour beer & wine bar) Tell us about yourself. I grew up in Virginia but lived in Chicago for the past 14 years. I also lived in Vienna, Austria for a couple of years, and that’s really where I fell in love with beer. My family and I moved to Chattanooga in…

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CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga Zoo's Makizi Ya Twiga Habitat

Who: Anyone who loves animals, especially giraffes! What: The new Makizi Ya Twiga Habitat at the Chattanooga Zoo features three amazing Giraffes. George, the oldest of the herd, Porter from New Orleans, and Hardee Star the youngest and shortest of them all. The Chattanooga Zoo is proud to house…

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50 Outdoor Things to Do in Chattanooga

It's official—Chattanooga is the coolest city in the country. (Okay, maybe it's not actually official, but if you're reading this, then you probably think it's at least partly true.) In order to make the most of what the Scenic City has to offer, we've compiled a list of 50 must-do outdoor-related…

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Ask a Local: Efren Ormaza

Tell us about yourself. My love for racing cars has been with me all my life. The first incursions in the sport happened in Ecuador in 1988. I moved to Chattanooga with my wife and two small children back in 1992. I had to pause the racing for a few years while settling down. Shortly after opening…

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Ask a Local: Tammy Tanyell

Who do you perform with? The Malemen Show Band Tell us more about you. I was born in Alexandria, Virginia, and raised in Chattanooga. I started my singing career at the World’s Church of the Living God. I grew up performing in local theaters, ballets, and commercials. I’m now raising my son here…

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Ask a Local: Shawanna Kendrick

Tell us about yourself: I’m the director of community engagement for the District Attorney General’s Office by day. By night, I’m the founder/owner of The H2O Life. It’s a business created for the purpose of providing guidance and resources to facilitate natural and spiritual healing in outdoor…

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