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Situated high atop Lookout Mountain, McLemore seems to have it all: an 18-hole championship golf course, a master-planned gated community of homes, a Skye Lawn for hosting weddings and events, not to mention some of the most scenic views our area has to offer. The Scenic Land Company community also has its eyes on the future, with plans for a brand-new lodge currently in the works. The lodge will mirror many of the elements found in the new McLemore Clubhouse, which opened in November 2020.

The Moon River Music Festival made a big splash when it relocated to Chattanooga in 2018 – tickets were sold out within 24 hours. In 2019, the festival experienced its highest attendance to date, with approximately 24,000 music lovers taking over Coolidge Park to enjoy a weekend of the best in indie, folk, and Americana. Although the COVID-19 pandemic waylaid plans for 2020’s festival, Moon River recently announced its return to the Scenic City on September 11 and 12, 2021.

If you’ve taken a drive through Chattanooga in the last few months, you have probably noticed a surge in colorful, eye-catching street art. These imaginative additions not only beautify our already scenic city, but they also seek to inform, inspire, and bring people together for a common cause. Here, we’re taking a closer look at three brand-new murals and the innovative artists who brought them to life.

It’s no secret that Chattanooga has some of the best views in the Southeast. Add to that a unique line-up of local restaurants with delicious culinary creations and you have some of the best outdoor dining this side of the Mississippi. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing view of the river or an energetic spot to people watch, Chattanooga really does have it all. With hot spots spread out all across the city, there’s something for everybody. Here are a few of our favorites!

Vinyl sales have been growing 27 percent year over year for the last decade, says Ben VanderHart, owner of Chattanooga’s Yellow Racket Records. And Chattanooga hasn’t missed a beat by way of growing its availability of both vintage and new vinyl. Here’s where to shop.

From Chattanooga, it doesn’t take much of a drive to enjoy a sip (or a flight) of locally made wine. Whether you prefer something sweet, dry, sparkling, or slushie-style, these four family-owned wineries have got you covered.