Chattanooga recent news
Here are some recent news stories from Chattanooga, Tennessee:
Local News
- New Riverwalk Extension: The City of Chattanooga has announced plans to extend the Riverwalk trail by 1.5 miles, connecting the trail to the Tennessee Aquarium and the North Shore. (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
- Chattanooga Zoo Expansion: The Chattanooga Zoo has broken ground on a new $5 million expansion project, which will add new exhibits and habitats for animals. (Source: WRCB-TV)
- New Hotel Coming to Downtown: A new hotel is set to open in downtown Chattanooga, bringing 120 rooms and a rooftop bar to the area. (Source: Chattanooga Business Chronicle)
Regional News
- TVA Ash Spill Cleanup: The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has announced plans to begin cleaning up a coal ash spill that occurred in 2008 at its Kingston Fossil Plant. (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel)
- I-75 Construction: The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced plans to begin construction on a $150 million project to widen I-75 in Hamilton County. (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
- Chattanooga Area Schools Receive Grants: Several schools in the Chattanooga area have received grants from the Tennessee Department of Education to improve student achievement and teacher training. (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
National News
- Amazon to Open New Fulfillment Center: Amazon has announced plans to open a new fulfillment center in Chattanooga, creating 1,000 new jobs in the area. (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press)
- Chattanooga Named One of the Best Cities for Jobs: Chattanooga has been named one of the best cities for jobs in the United States by Forbes magazine. (Source: Forbes)
- Chattanooga to Host International Cycling Event: Chattanooga will host the 2023 UCI Road World Championships, a major international cycling event that is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the area. (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press)