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Union Gospel Mission hosts Easter dinner for Chattanooga's unhoused community
1+ week, 1+ day ago (389+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) " The Union Gospel Mission hosted its annual Easter Community Dinner this afternoon, serving Chattanooga's unhoused community with food, resources, and a message of hope. More than 500 warm meals were served during the event, along with toiletry items…...
Chattanooga Zoo hosts Asian Lantern Festival
5+ mon, 4+ day ago (96+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) " The Asian Lantern Festival, Forest of Fantasy, kicks off November 21 with our friends at the Chattanooga Zoo. Communications Director Jake Cash says visitors can expect to see an entirely new collection of lanterns this year, featuring dragons,…...
Asian Lantern Festival Nears Its Final Nights at Chattanooga Zoo
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (190+ words) If you're looking for something fun to do before winter break winds down, the Chattanooga Zoo is giving families one last chance to step into a glowing world of fantasy. The Asian Lantern Festival is nearing the end of its…...
Asian Lantern Festival: Forest of Fantasy will come to Chattanooga Zoo
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (309+ words) Fire-breathing dragon " Asian Lantern Festival | Courtesy: Chattanooga Zoo CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) " The Chattanooga Zoo has announced this year's Asian Lantern Festival theme: Forest of Fantasy. "This is our fourth time hosting the Asian Lantern Festival, and I think it's the…...
Corgi's take over St. Elmo for Chattanooga's Corgi Parade
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (424+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) " The streets of St. Elmo were packed with paws and people as community members and their corgis showed off their costumes and charm during Chattanooga's annual Corgi Parade. The beloved event once again brought smiles to the…...
Chattanooga Airport to conduct full scale aircraft emergency drill
17+ hour, 37+ min ago (169+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. " The Chattanooga Airport will be conducting a full-scale aircraft disaster drill at The Chattanooga Airport on Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026. They say beginning at 9: 00 a. m. , the mock exercise will simulate the crash of a jet aircraft and involve multiple emergency…...
13th Annual Chattanooga Autism Celebration Walk
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (247+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) " The 13th annual Autism Celebration Walk was held Saturday at Coolidge Park, bringing together members of the community for a day centered on autism acceptance. The event is hosted each year by the Chattanooga Autism Center, and more…...
City of Chattanooga Stormwater Management Division to host annual rain barrel distribution day May 2nd
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (111+ words) The City of Chattanooga Stormwater Management Division has announced the return of their annual Rain Barrel Distribution Day on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, from 9: 00 a. m. to 1: 00 p. m. at 1001 E 12th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403. They say Chattanooga residents can purchase a 50-gallon Ivy Rain Barrel at…...
Volkswagen stops ID. 4 production at Chattanooga plant
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (77+ words) Volkswagen emblem | MGN Volkswagen has announced they are stopping ID. 4 production at the Chattanooga plant. This comes as the company wants to prioritize the launch of the new 2027 Atlas. Volkswagen says they have informed employees and the local union of the…...
Celebration of life held for Stroud Watson, whose vision shaped downtown Chattanooga
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (448+ words) A picture of the late Stroud Watson, who was honored Wednesday evening in a celebration of life at Miller Plaza, one of the many spots he had influence over its design. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A visionary who helped Chattanooga transform…...