Health + Wellness

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From Military Boxing Classes to a Thriving Women’s Fitness Community Article by Eve Crabtree | Photography by Golden Hour Images When she was in the Navy, Sara Bailey took boxing classes whenever she was not working. “I loved going out to this boxing gym,” Sara shares. “I worked out a lot on the ship and helped women with their fitness on the ship too.” At 27 years old, Sara completed five years of service in the military. Shortly after the end of her service, she moved to Chattanooga to be...

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Traveler’s Caffè

Beyond the Bucket List: Extraordinary Places Worth Discovering Article by Annette Morejon | Photography by Traveler’s Caffè Some of the world’s most unforgettable journeys are not found in the places everyone is already talking about. While iconic cities certainly deserve their fame, the destinations that stay with me most are often the quieter corners — the hidden coastal villages, wine regions, mountain towns, and lesser-known landscapes where authenticity still thrives. These are the...

Travel

Beech Mountain

One of the South's Most Underrated Mountain Escapes Article by Belinda Martin | Photography by Beech Mountain TDA & Belinda Martin Some places impress you with attractions. Others win you over with experiences. For my husband and me, Beech Mountain managed to do both. Perched at 5,506 feet above sea level, Beech Mountain is the highest town in Eastern America, but what struck us most during our visit wasn't its elevation. It was the feeling that somehow, despite its growing popularity, it has...

Life + Culture

Exploring Chattanooga with Lookout Living

A Local Family’s Guide to Chattanooga’s Favorite Neighborhoods, Hidden Gems, and Everyday Adventures Article by Eve Crabtree | Photography by Golden Hour Images & The Dorsa Family Steve and Alex Dorsa are longtime Chattanooga residents and the husband-wife duo behind The Lookout Living Team of Epique Realty. Along with their three children—two young boys and a baby girl—they spend their free time exploring Chattanooga as a family and have the season passes to prove it. “We go to the parks all...

Arts + Culture

The Pottery Place Chattanooga

Two Locations, One Mission: Joy, Impact, and Community Article by Demi Guillory | Photography by Golden Hour Images Following your passion can lead you to many places and that’s exactly what has taken Jessica Cowan to cities across the Deep South. Originally from Alabama, Cowan has relished every stop on her journey leading her to where she is today as the owner of The Pottery Place in Chattanooga. “I grew up bouncing around the deeper south,” says the Mobile native, who also grew up in East...

Food + Beverage

Torikaya

Modern Japanese Cuisine Finds its Home in Downtown Chattanooga Article by Kate Robertson Parrish | Photography by Serena Smith Chattanooga’s culinary scene continues to evolve with the opening of Torikaya, a modern, chef-driven traditional izakaya restaurant behind Warehouse Row. It’s the newest concept in the Kals Restaurant Group, which owns and operates local favorites Totto Sushi & Grill, Zaya 1943 Korean Steakhouse, and Rodizio Grill at Hamilton Place. Led by Executive Chef Eric Cielo...

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Waterways

Protecting Chattanooga’s Greatest Natural Treasure  Article by Kristi Sellers | Photography by Waterways Here, water is more than a resource. It’s part of the region's identity. From the Tennessee River winding through downtown to the countless streams, creeks, and tributaries that feed it, local waterways provide recreation, beauty, and a connection to nature that residents enjoy year-round. Helping protect these valuable resources is WaterWays, a Chattanooga-based nonprofit dedicated to...

Home Services

2026 Landscape Lighting Trends

As we move through 2026, landscape lighting trends in Chattanooga are evolving to focus on energy efficiency, smart technology, and seamless design integration. If you’re planning to install a new landscape lighting system, take a look at some of these trends! Working with Limelight ensures your home looks stunning while also being functional and eco-friendly.1. Energy-Efficient LED Landscape LightingOne of the most significant trends in Chattanooga this year is the continued shift towards...

Life + Culture

Five Local Men You Should Know

Local Men Making a Meaningful Impact Through Leadership, Service, Business, and Community Involvement Article by Demi Guillory Bryan Bunch Dealinked If Bryan Bunch could turn back time, he says he would have started helping Chattanooga drivers navigate the car-buying process much sooner. “I spent over 20 years in the auto industry,” Bunch shared. “A lot of that was within a dealership, but the last seven years was selling products and services to dealers and training [them] across the...

Professional Services

Robert Lee Barber

The Journey Shaping an Entrepreneur, Author, and Leadership Coach Article by Eve Crabtree Robert Lee Barber originally began his career as an engineer in West Palm Beach, FL. After three years, he moved to the job that would set the course for the following years of his career.  “I was good at project management and working with people,” Robert says. “I got a job in human resources and built my career in HR and labor relations.” During that time, the company he was with grew exponentially. “It...