Chattanooga's Scoop-8/18/25

Check out what good went on in Chattanooga this week..

Agenda This Week

  • Good News

  • Real Estate

  • Events of the Week

  • Restaurant of the Week

“Waste no more time arguing what a good person should be. Be one.” — Marcus Aurelius

🎉 GOOD NEWS

🌟 Honoring Local Philanthropy
ChattState celebrated Erlanger & Unum with TBR Excellence in Philanthropy Awards for their lasting community impact.
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🌟 Rock City’s First Rebrand in 20 Years
Meet the whimsical gnomes behind Rock City’s exciting new look—the first update in two decades.
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🌟 Teaching Garden Grants Open
Hamilton County’s Step One Program is now accepting applications to fund teaching gardens that inspire healthy living.
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🌟 Helping Moms in Crisis
Foundation House Ministries reports a record number of calls from moms battling drug dependency—stepping up support in a critical time.
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🌟 IKEA Expands Nearby
Good news for shoppers—IKEA is opening a new store in Huntsville, AL early next year, making stylish living closer than ever.
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🌟 Volunteers Needed for Teens
A Northwest Georgia nonprofit helping teens grow is looking for passionate volunteers to make a difference.
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🌟 Composting for a Greener Future
From table to garden—New Terra Compost is helping communities turn scraps into sustainable growth.
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🌟 A Lemur Love Story
At the Tennessee Aquarium, two lemurs are stealing hearts with their playful and affectionate bond.
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🏡💥 REAL ESTATE SPOTLIGHT

✨ Fresh on the Market
👉 🔥 New Listings – Click Here

✅ Just CLOSED
👉 🎉 See This Week’s Closings

🌟 FEATURED LISTING OF THE WEEK $239k!!!!
👉 💎 406 Osborne Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421

📢 These homes are moving FAST – don’t wait to make your move.

📲 Dan Hicks – RE/MAX Properties
📞 423-605-0773 | ✉️ [email protected]

🎶 EVENTS OF THE WEEK

August 18 – 25, 2025

🚴 Chattanooga Bike Club Meetup – Monday, Aug 18 | 6:00 PM

Meet at Outdoor Chattanooga Center for the monthly ride & gathering—fun, social, and all skill levels welcome.
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🎵 Riverfront Nights – Saturday, Aug 23 | 7:00 PM

Free live music under the stars at Ross’s Landing—bring a chair or blanket and enjoy Chattanooga’s riverfront vibes.
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🛍️ River Market – Saturday, Aug 23 | 10:00 AM

Local makers, food vendors, and live entertainment at First Horizon Pavilion.
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🛶 Chickamauga Dam Kayak Tour – Daily thru Aug 25

Guided paddling adventures on the Tennessee River—perfect for outdoor lovers.
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🍽️ RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK

Metzcla – Chattanooga, TN

Looking for bold flavors and a creative twist? Metzcla brings a fusion of Latin-inspired dishes with a modern edge—packed with fresh ingredients, spice, and heart. From tacos that wow to unique small plates and cocktails that hit just right, this spot is all about vibrant food + atmosphere.

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