🗞️ Agenda This Week

• Good News

• Real Estate

• Events of the Week

• Restaurant of the Week

Major shout out to my Mom! She sent me a ton of good positive news to help share!

“Happiness and freedom begin with a clear understanding of one principle: Some things are within our control, and some things are not.”
— Epictetus

Let’s get to it.

Good News

💧 Water Safety Skills Saving Lives

A local program is equipping families with water safety knowledge—and it's already making an impact.
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📚 Literacy Garden Promotes Lifelong Reading

A new “Literacy Garden” is inspiring all ages to fall in love with books through nature and creativity.
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🌸 Flowers Reimagined for Nursing Home Residents

A local group is giving old flowers new life—and brightening the days of nursing home residents.
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🎖️ Red Bank Student Earns Scholarship & Quilt

A Red Bank High School student receives a prestigious JROTC scholarship—and a handsewn quilt to match.
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⚾ Meet the Lookouts’ Inspiring Bat Boy

David, the Lookouts’ bat boy, is lifting spirits with his energy and joy—on and off the field.
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🧡 Young Girl Raises Thousands for the Homeless

A remarkable Chattanooga 10-year-old is proving that age doesn’t limit impact—she’s raised thousands for those in need.
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🍻 Cracker Barrel Now Serving Alcohol

Cracker Barrel surprises fans by rolling out beer, wine, and mimosas at select locations.
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🚌 6-Year-Old Surprises Her Bus Driver

A kindergartner’s thoughtful act toward her bus driver is melting hearts all over Walker County.
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🏡 Real Estate

🔹 New Listings
Explore the newest homes hitting the market around Chattanooga and nearby.
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🔹 Closed Listings (Last 7 Days)
See which single-family homes closed this past week.
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🔹 Listing of the Week – Dunlap Dream
📍 770 Jack Smith Road #15, Dunlap, TN 37327
This move-in-ready home offers scenic mountain views, modern finishes, and plenty of outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. A rare find in Dunlap!
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📢 Have Questions about buying or selling? 💬 Contact Dan Hicks at RE/MAX
📞 (423) 605-0773 | 📧 [email protected]

Events

🎶 Music & Festivals

Nightfall Concert Series – Friday, June 27
Free live music, food trucks, and artisan vendors at Miller Plaza every Friday night.
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Chattanooga Cocktail Festival – Friday, June 27 (6–9 p.m.)
A ticketed 21+ event at First Horizon Pavilion featuring craft cocktails, music, and summer vibes.
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🌿 Outdoors & Recreation

River Market – Saturday, June 28 (10 a.m.–?)
Weekly market featuring food, crafts, live music, and community atmosphere at Tennessee Aquarium Plaza.
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Five‑Star Food Fight – Sunday, June 29 (11 a.m.–4 p.m.)
Local chefs compete live at First Horizon Pavilion during the River Market weekend.
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Midsummer Solstice Celebration – Sunday, June 22
A seasonal kickoff event from River Market, featuring themed activities to start the week.
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Sierra Club Meeting – Monday, June 23 (6–7:30 p.m.)
Join the Cherokee Chapter at the Outdoor Chattanooga Center for local conservation planning.
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Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Clinic – Wednesday, June 25 (6–8 p.m.)
Part of Outdoor Chattanooga's Rapid Learning series for beginners on moving water.
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Sunset Kayak Tour & Learn-to-Ride Bike Class – Friday, June 27 (6:30–9:30 p.m.)
Paddle downtown at dusk and learn to bike at Rivermont Park—great for families.
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🎨 Arts & Family Fun

“Color Our World” Teen Art Drop-In – Wednesday, June 25 (9 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Eastgate Library offers art activities, bingo, and more for teens aged 12–18.
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🍔 Restaurant of the Week: Dub’s Place

📍 4408 Dayton Blvd, Chattanooga (Red Bank), TN

Why we’re loving it:

• A charming, retro-style diner serving standout hand-pressed burgers, smoky BBQ specials, crispy fries, and creamy milkshakes—perfect for nostalgia-filled meals

• Loved by locals: reviewers call it a “hidden gem,” praising friendly staff,

• The Original “Dub’s Crumble Burger” with mustard, pickles & onion

• BBQ-loaded fries (“Dub’s Spud”) topped with smoked pork or chicken

• Thick milkshakes and soft-serve ice cream for dessert lover.

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