Chattanooga's Scoop-6/2/25

📋 This Week’s Lineup

• 🌟 Good News – Feel-good stories from around the city

• 🏡 Real Estate – Market updates + featured homes

• 🎉 Events of the Week – What’s happening in and around Chattanooga

• 🏢 New Businesses – Local spots worth checking out

• 🍽️ Restaurant of the Week – A tasty highlight you’ll want to try

"Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you."
— Walt Whitman

Lets go!!

📰 GOOD NEWS

🎉 Walnut Street Bridge Festival Returns!

The beloved Walnut Street Bridge Festival is back for its third year! Due to bridge construction, the event has moved to Coolidge Park. Enjoy food trucks, local music, a KidZone with pony rides, and handmade goods from local vendors. Entry is free, so bring the family out for a day of good food, music, and local fun. Choose Chattanooga

🐝 Bee Organized Celebrates One Year in Chattanooga

Bee Organized, a professional home and life organizing company, marks its first anniversary in Chattanooga. Since launching in June 2024, the company has been helping residents simplify their lives and spaces. Chattanooga Times Free Press

✈️ Nonstop Flights to Chicago Coming This Fall

Big travel news! Starting October 6, American Airlines will offer nonstop flights from Chattanooga to Chicago O’Hare. This marks a major win for local travelers with more direct options out of CHA.
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🛠️ Firefighters Step Up for a Hero

Chattanooga firefighters traveled to Georgia to help build an accessible, mortgage-free home for a wounded veteran. Their hard work was part of a mission to support those who’ve sacrificed so much.
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🌄 WEEKEND ADVENTURE: Cloudland Canyon + Thatchers BBQ

We took a quick drive down to Cloudland Canyon State Park, and let’s just say—wow. The views were breathtaking, the hike to the waterfall was well worth it, and the weather played along just right. There’s something special about disconnecting in nature that hits the reset button in the best way.

And of course, we couldn’t leave without grabbing some amazing BBQ in Trenton. We stopped by Thatchers BBQ and loaded up on pulled pork, mac & cheese, sweet potato tots, and one of the biggest baked potatoes we've ever seen. Absolute comfort food win.

Here's a glimpse from our little escape:

📍 Cloudland Canyon Lookout
📸 Waterfall trail photo op
🍴 BBQ feast at Thatchers

🏡 REAL ESTATE SPOTLIGHT

🆕 New Listings

Explore the latest properties hitting the market in the Chattanooga area. From cozy bungalows to spacious family homes, there's something for every buyer.
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✅ Recently Closed Listings

Take a look at homes that have recently been sold in your neighborhood. This is a great way to stay informed about the local market trends and property values.
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🏠 Listing of the Week: 3511 Hawks Creek Drive, Apison, TN 37302

This stunning new construction in the Hawks Landing subdivision offers modern farmhouse charm with contemporary amenities.

• Price: $759,900

• Bedrooms: 5

• Bathrooms: 4

• Square Footage: 3,088 sq ft

• Lot Size: 0.5 acres

• Features: Vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, gas fireplace, and a spacious bonus room.

• Community Amenities: Playground, sidewalks, street lights, and a pond.🔗 

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📢 Thinking About Buying or Selling?

Whether you're ready to make a move or just have questions, I'm here to help every step of the way. Reach out anytime — no pressure, just honest answers.

💬 Contact Dan Hicks at RE/MAX PROPERTIES
📞 (423) 605-0773
📧 [email protected]

Let’s talk real estate!

🎉 EVENTS OF THE WEEK

📅 Monday, June 2

• Improv Chattanooga Monthly Open House
  Join Improv Chattanooga at the Downtown Library for a free open house. Adults of any age are invited to drop in to watch, participate, and try new things.

📅 Tuesday, June 3

• Capital Conversations Chattanooga
  Join Launch Tennessee at The Daily Ration for a morning of networking and discussions on capital investment in Chattanooga. thecomedycatch.com

📅 Wednesday, June 4

• Alan Wyatt Quartet at Barking Legs Theater
  Experience an evening of jazz with the Alan Wyatt Quartet at Barking Legs Theater.

📅 Thursday, June 5

• Throwback Thursday at Hunter Museum
  Enjoy a nostalgic evening at the Hunter Museum with classic art and activities.

📅 Friday, June 6

• Nightfall Concert Series
  Kick off the weekend with live music at Miller Plaza. The Nightfall Concert Series features local and national acts every Friday night.

• National Day of Caves & Karst at Ruby Falls
  Celebrate the wonders beneath the surface at Ruby Falls with guided cave tours and interactive activities.

📅 Saturday, June 7

• Paw Palooza 2025
  McKamey Animal Center hosts their annual Paw Palooza in Coolidge Park, featuring dog-friendly games, contests, local vendors, and food trucks.

• Chattanooga FC vs. Inter Miami II
  Cheer on Chattanooga FC as they take on Inter Miami II at Finley Stadium.

📅 Sunday, June 8

• Top Tomato Festival
  Join the Chattanooga Market for the Top Tomato Festival, featuring a Bloody Mary sampling event with various participants.

• Chattanooga June Brunch
  Brown Skin Brunchin' presents a delightful brunch at Sidetrack Restaurant. Connect with others over good food and conversation.

📅 Monday, June 9

• The Allman Betts Band at The Walker Theatre
  Enjoy a night of Southern rock with The Allman Betts Band at The Walker Theatre.

• DealMaker Chattanooga: June In On Money Making
  Network with contractors, investors, agents, and tradespeople at this free event focused on business growth.

🏢 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK

🐾 McKamey Animal Center

Dedicated to the welfare of animals in Chattanooga, McKamey Animal Center provides shelter, adoption services, and community outreach programs. Support their mission by attending Paw Palooza or volunteering. mckameyanimalcenter.org

🍽️ RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK

🔥 Thatchers BBQ – Trenton, GA

If you're ever headed toward Cloudland Canyon or just craving serious Southern comfort food, Thatchers BBQ in Trenton is a must-stop.

From massive stuffed baked potatoes piled high with pulled pork and BBQ sauce, to crispy sweet potato tots and creamy mac & cheese — it’s the kind of meal that leaves you full and happy. Pair it with a classic burger or smoked wings and you’ve got a plate worth talking about.

This spot delivers casual, delicious eats in a relaxed setting that hits the spot after a hike or road trip.

📍 13049 N Main St, Trenton, GA
📸 Here's what we ordered:

Thanks for reading. I’d Love to shout you out in a future email. Let me know what GOOD has happened recently. [email protected] or reply to this email. See you this time next week.

Dan