Chattanooga's Scoop-3/31/25

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

✨ This Week's Agenda

  • 🌞 Good News – Start your week with something positive

  • 🏡 Real Estate – Market updates + featured listings

  • 🎉 Events of the Week – What’s happening locally

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

“If you want to be steady, if you want to be clear, if you want to be happy—focus on what’s in your control.”
Ryan Holiday

Let’s get to it.

🌞 GOOD NEWS

🚒 Chattanooga Fire Department Builds for the Future

The CFD has invested $3 million into a brand-new training tower off Amnicola Highway to better prepare firefighters for real-world scenarios.
📹 Take a peek at the tower in action

🧢 Baseball’s Back: Lookouts Opening Week

Opening Homestand Schedule:

  • April 8, Tuesday: Home Opener vs. Birmingham Barons at 7:15 PM

  • April 9, Wednesday: vs. Birmingham Barons at 7:15 PM

  • April 10, Thursday: vs. Birmingham Barons at 7:15 PM

🦷 Early Roots Pediatric Dentistry is Expanding to Dunlap!

Recognizing a need in the community, Early Roots Pediatric Dentistry is coming to Dunlap, TN, offering services once a month to start.
👶 Keep your little ones smiling! Follow their updates here

✈️ Delta Expands Seasonal Flights to NYC

Ready for a summer getaway? The Chattanooga Airport announced that Delta Air Lines will expand nonstop service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, with seasonal Saturday flights from June 7 – August 30.
🗽 Big Apple, here we come!

🍅 Fresh from the Farm: Davis Family Farm Stand

We love locally grown goodness! The Davis Family Farm Stand is bringing farm-fresh produce straight to your table.
🌽 Check them out on Facebook and tell them The Scoop sent you!

🛍️ Mast General Store is Coming to Town!

Exciting retail news! Mast General Store is setting up shop in downtown Chattanooga, bringing classic charm, outdoor gear, and nostalgic finds.
🧢 Get a preview here

🏠 WELCOME HOME

Your Weekly Guide to Chattanooga Real Estate

🔑 New Listings Just Hit the Market
Explore the latest properties available:
👉 View New Listings

🏡 Homes That Closed Last Week
Take a look at the recently sold single-family homes:
👉 View Closed Listings

🌟 My Favorite Listing This Week
Check out this stunning property in Dunlap, TN – it’s a must-see!
📍 45 Lightning Lane, Dunlap, TN 37327
👉 View Listing

💬 Real Estate Questions?

Whether you're buying your first home or selling your fifth, I’ve got you covered.

Dan Hicks | RE/MAX Properties
📞 Call/Text: (423) 605-0773
📧 Email: [email protected]

🌟 EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Your Guide to What's Ahead

Get ready for an exciting week in Chattanooga! From March 31 to April 7, 2025, the Scenic City is buzzing with events you won't want to miss. Here's your curated guide to the top happenings around town:​

🎭 Dreamgirls at Chattanooga Theatre Centre

Dates & Times: April 3–5 at 7:30 PM; April 6 at 2:30 PM
Location: Chattanooga Theatre Centre
Description: Experience the Tony Award-winning musical "Dreamgirls," chronicling the meteoric rise of an African American female singing trio in the 1960s and 1970s music industry.
Tickets & More Info: Dreamgirls at Chattanooga Theatre Centre

🦉 Owl Odyssey at Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center

Date & Time: April 4 at 1:00 PM
Location: Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center
Description: Learn about barn owls, the enigmatic "ghosts of nature," in this educational and interactive session.
Tickets & More Info: Owl Odyssey Event Details

🎶 Wilco with Waxahatchee at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

Date & Time: April 11 at 8:00 PM
Location: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
Description: Catch the acclaimed band Wilco, joined by special guest Waxahatchee, as they perform live in Chattanooga as part of their 2025 tour.
Tickets & More Info: Wilco and Waxahatchee Tour Announcement​Chattanooga Tourism+2Pitchfork+2CHA Guide -

🌌 SeaLight Festival at Sculpture Fields at Montague Park

Date & Time: April 3–4 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
Description: Enjoy a family-friendly night walk through mystical light installations, creating an enchanting evening experience.
Tickets & More Info: SeaLight Festival Details

🎨 AVA 4 Bridges Arts Festival

Dates: April 12–13
Location: First Horizon Pavilion
Description: Celebrate 25 years of art and culture at the Association for Visual Arts' annual festival, featuring works from local and regional artists.
Tickets & More Info: AVA 4 Bridges Arts Festival

🍽️ RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK

Eating Local, enjoying every bite!

Restaurant of the Week: Pizzeria Cortile

Nestled in the heart of Red Bank, Tennessee, Pizzeria Cortile has become a beloved destination for those seeking authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza. The name "Cortile," Italian for "backyard," reflects the warm and inviting atmosphere that owners strive to create—a place where guests can enjoy delicious cuisine in a comfortable, communal setting.​

Located at 4400 Dayton Blvd., Red Bank, TN 37415, Pizzeria Cortile welcomes guests Wednesday through Sunday, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Whether you're a longtime resident or just passing through, this neighborhood pizzeria promises a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of community and culinary craftsmanship.​

For the latest updates on specials and events, follow them on Instagram: @pizzeriacortile

Where should we try next?

🚛 Now Hiring: Dump Truck Driver at Ooltewah Nursery

Love plants and horsepower? 🌿 Ooltewah Nursery is on the lookout for a reliable Dump Truck Driver to join their team! If you enjoy staying active and being part of a local business that keeps Chattanooga blooming, this might be the perfect fit.

📍 Location: Ooltewah, TN
📩 Interested? Stop by the nursery or reach out for more details!

Appreciate you reading!
Got some good news, a win, or something worth sharing? Hit reply or drop me a note at [email protected]—I’d love to include it in an upcoming issue.

Catch you next week!
– Dan