Upcoming road closures and construction that could impact locals
The following are road closures that could impact individuals from Friday, March 27 to Thursday, April 2. Newell Ave between N Hickory Street and N Hawthorne Street will be closed from Friday, March 27th, through Tuesday, March 31st for a sewer repair. Detours will be posted. 819 Broad Street β...
Chattanooga VA opens new oncology center, bringing cancer treatment to veterans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. β Veterans seeking cancer treatment in Chattanooga will now have access to care closer to home. The VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System held a grand opening for its new Oncology Services and Infusion Center on Friday. The new clinic has specialized nurses and oncologist on staff to...
Breezy and colder start to the weekend & fire danger continues
Red Flag Warning (Fire Danger) through 8pm ET Saturday for many counties locally. A continuation of windy and dry conditions resumes on Saturday once again elevating the fire risk. Patchy frost is possible away from the city early Saturday and a few of those isolated spots near 32. Still breezy...
π Seniors Dance Night at The Harrison Center β April 4
Enjoy an evening of music and dancing at the Seniors Dance on Saturday, April 4, 2026, starting at 6 PM in the Multi Purpose Room (Former Cafeteria) at 5637 TN-58, Harrison, TN 37341. The event features The Country Connection Band playing Classic Country, Waltz, Cha-Cha, Line Dance, and 50s/60s Rock βnβ Roll...
πΆ Playful, Gentle & Loyal Dogs Ready for Adoption in Chattanooga
Looking for a loyal friend to share your days with? These wonderful dogs in Chattanooga, TN are waiting for loving homes. Each one has a unique story and plenty of love to give.
City of East Ridge names Brian Koral as City Manager
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. βThe City of East Ridge has selected Brian Koral as its next City Manager, succeeding longtime City Manager J. Scott Miller, who retired earlier in 2026. The City of East Ridge says Koral will serve as the Cityβs Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing municipal operations, strategic planning,...
Memorial Hospital Awards Health Grants
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) β CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital awarded nearly $220,000 this morning to six local nonprofit organizations as part of its community health improvement program. The funding will support programs aimed at improving access to health care, strengthening mental and behavioral health resources,...
Walker County Animal Shelter Launches Puppy Adoption Special
The Walker County Animal Shelter is making it easier for families to adopt a new furry companion with a limited-time puppy adoption special aimed at helping more animals find homes this spring. Shelter officials announced that adoption fees for puppies under four months old will now be based on the...
EPA tested 21 schools: 3 campuses required lead remediation in Chattanooga’s Southside
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. β We're getting more answers from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as we continue to follow lead clean up efforts in Chattanooga's Southside. The EPA is focused on eight neighborhoods in Chattanooga, known as the Southside Superfund site. But those areas include more than homes. The EPA...
This ICONIC Burger Spot Is Hiding Inside an 1870 Railway Building in Chattanooga, TN
In a city as full of character as Chattanooga, Tennessee, it takes something truly special to become a downtown institution β and Urban Stack has been doing exactly that since 2011. π. Housed inside the Southern Railway Baggage Building, a landmark structure dating back to 1870*, this locally-owned burger...

















