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THE FALL ISSUE

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

“Follow your passion; it will lead to your purpose.” - Oprah Winfrey In our fall issue of CityScope® magazine, we’re proud to share inspiring stories of passion and purpose from the eyes of local business owners, artists, athletes, students, and more.

For starters, in “The Heart Behind It,” we highlight area businessmen and women who have dedicated years to pursuing careers that are meaningful. In their own words, they share their ‘why.’ In “5, 6, 7, 8,” local dance instructors speak about their love of dance and what it means to teach others. You will be inspired by their perseverance, their dedication to give back to the community, and their fresh and uplifting outlooks!

In business article, “Changing with the Times: Business Now & Post-COVID-19,” we summarize tips from leading consultants on how businesses can navigate the everchanging landscape that is our new normal.

In a heartwarming feature, “Therapy Pets,” we see compassion from locals who have chosen to dedicate their time and efforts to making the world a better place – all with the help of their certified therapy animals. The power a dog (or cat!) can have is incredible!

Always a pleasure to include are charming local homes, and in this issue, you will be treated to four lovely dwellings, each with their own unique designs and architectures.

As fall approaches and a new school year begins, we celebrate the graduation of high school seniors who are beginning their first year of college. We also lift up teams and individual athletes who were crowned state champions in the last year. Congratulations!

Further building on the spirit of this issue, in “Fall Fun,” we detail ways you can take advantage of the excitement the Scenic City has to offer when the temperatures drop and the leaves change colors. In the section “Perfect Pairings,” we share beautiful visuals of authentic, delicious foods prepared by local restaurants.

“Luxe Living” features stunning fashions, compelling art, and tasty spirits, and “First Impressions” gives you a glimpse into the best styles, colors, and accents for your home.

We hope that you will find the fall issue of CityScope® magazine to be beautiful, entertaining, and informative, and most of all, a wonderful and relaxing way to lift up your day.

Blessings to you and your family,

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- Kenyatta Ashford, THE HEART BEHIND IT

Features 24 The Heart Behind It

Passionate Local Leaders

Share What Drives Them 38 Changing with the Times

Business Now and Post-COVID-19 50

5, 6, 7, 8 Area Dance Instructors on Why They’re Passionate and What Inspires Them

60 Therapy Pets

Local HABIT Teams

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Life Well Planned.

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Contents 87

73 Luxe Living 73 Elegant Fashion,

Coveted Gifts, Unique

Art, & More

Premier Living 88 Modernizing

the Family Farm

The Hammond Home 100 A Modern French

Country Marvel

The Ambrosetti Home 116 A Traditional

Family Find

The Dinger Home 128 A Heartfelt Undertaking

The Motlow Home

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139 First Impressions – Furnishings, DÊcor, Design, & More A Collection of the Best Styles, Colors, & Accents for the Home

Celebrated Students 150 Off to College

Rising 2020 College Freshmen 156 State Champions: Teams

Local High School

Championship Teams 161 State Champions: Individuals

Local High School

Championship Athletes

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Fall Shopping.

Fine Dining.

Friendly Faces.

1 1 1 0 M a r k e t St. Wa r e h o u s e Row. c o m

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Special Autumn Section 163 Fall Fun Autumnal Activities in the Scenic City 175 Flavors of Fall Perfect Pairings 189 Annual Best Restaurant Ballot Vote for Your Favorites!

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Art, Creative, & Design

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SEO/Digital Marketing

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Contributing Writers George Christian Photographers Creative Revolver Philip Slowiak

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Local Events & Announcements

190 Working in the City

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22 Ask Hamilton

The Read House & Room 311

192 Toast of the Town

Harvest-Inspired Hosting 194 Last Look Fall

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Chattanooga CityLights

LOCAL EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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StarNight 2020

Siskin Children’s Institute’s 58th annual StarNight will go live Saturday, September 26, at 7 p.m.

This year’s virtual event will feature inspiring stories, amazing families, strong kids, and a private, onetime-only performance by Kodi Lee – singer-songwriter and winner of America’s Got Talent Season 14. Participants will also enjoy a special gift package featuring gourmet treats, gift cards, complimentary keepsakes, and more. All proceeds benefit children and families served by the Institute. siskin.org/starnightkids

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Chattanooga Pup Crawl

Register now for the second annual Chattanooga Pup Crawl benefiting the Humane Educational Society. On September 25, ticket holders can pick up their tasting kits – which include a keepsake cooler bag, five locally brewed beers, a bottle of Chattanooga Whiskey, and more – from the HES from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On the day of the event, attend the Pup Crawl tasting experience virtually at the emailed link!

Best of all, your participation makes a difference for shelter pets at HES. heschatt.org, 423.624.5302

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Autumn Children’s Festival

The Autumn Children’s Festival is now in its 31st year and going virtual for the first time ever. The festival will be held live via Facebook starting September 29. The whole family can join the Chattanooga Ronald McDonald House from 6 to 7 p.m. daily for magic tricks, martial arts, face painting lessons, and more. The event wraps up on October 3 with a fun and interactive virtual cooking class from 9 to 10 a.m. rmhchattanooga.com, 423.778.4359

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Dare to Dance 2019

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Save the date for Dare to Dance, hosted by the Kidney Foundation of the Greater Chattanooga Area. Based on the popular television show Dancing with the Stars, this dazzling event pairs local celebrities with professional dancers for an unforgettable performance. All tickets include a full dinner as well as a keepsake program and admission to the after-party. The evening will take place at the Chattanooga Convention Center. kidneyfoundation.com, 423.265.4397

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Tennessee Craft Week at Shuptrine’s Gallery

Join master craftsman Alan Shuptrine at Shuptrine’s Gallery for three different free events celebrating Tennessee Craft Week.

On October 6 at 12 p.m., Alan will provide a carving and water gilding demonstration.

The next day, the gallery will host an Open House taking place from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

And on October 8, guests can create their own petite floral arrangement, using a gilded glass bud vase and flowers, with instruction from a local florist beginning at 4 p.m. Space is limited, so call ahead or email thegallery@ shuptrines.com to reserve your spot. shuptrinesgallery.com, 423.266.4453

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Celebration of Life & Hope

Livestream the 13th annual Celebration of Life & Hope from the comfort of your home! This event, which benefits the Austin Hatcher Foundation, will begin at 8 p.m. with Mike and Traci Otterman serving as co-chairs, and their daughter, Simone, is this year’s honoree. Registration includes access to the livestream and auctions, a $25 donation

to Austin Hatcher, a discount code to the Lodge Cast Iron website, and a chance to win a Lodge Cast Iron basket valued at $500. celebrationlh.com

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Tennessee Valley Heart Walk

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Susan G. Komen® More Than Pink Walk

While the Tennessee Valley Heart Walk won’t be held in person this year, it could be the biggest Heart Walk yet! Share your support – and continue the fight against heart disease and stroke – by registering for this event online; then, on the day of the walk, lace up and walk where you are beginning at 8 a.m. With the hashtag #TNValleyHeartWalk, participants can share selfies and stay connected via social media. chattanoogaheartwalk.org

The Chattanooga RMHC Golf Classic 2020 is set for October 19 (rain date October 26) at Black Creek Club. This tournament will celebrate its 21st year of helping the Chattanooga Ronald McDonald House keep families close to their sick children. Staggered tee times start at 8:30 a.m. Contact Tiffany Commons at tiffany.commons@rmhchattanooga.com to reserve a tee time for your team. rmhchattanooga.com, 423.778.4338

The More Than Pink Walk, Susan G. Komen’s signature event, is going virtual for 2020. Help fund breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatments by getting involved and walking where you are.

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Dear Hamilton, With Halloween just around the corner, I was wondering if you knew of any spooky ghost stories that I can share with my friends when they come to town. I’d love to show them around the city and impart a tantalizing tale or two.

Sincerely, Ghost Getter Dear Ghost Getter, Any chance your friends are staying at The Read House during their visit to Chattanooga? It just so happens that the historic hotel is also home to one of the city’s most haunted locales.

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To paint the full picture of what is today The Read House, we’ll need to rewind to 1847. It was in that year that Thomas Crutchfield, Sr. began constructing the Griffin House. Renamed the Crutchfield House several years after its construction, the hotel sat just across the street from a train station and constantly catered to the hustle and bustle of travelers.

Crutchfield’s son took over ownership of the hotel in 1853 and operated the building until he ultimately sold it in 1861, fearing that the Civil War would result in the building’s demise. While the hotel did survive the Civil War (during which it served as a hospital), in 1867 a

fire broke out in the oil room, and the building burned to the ground.

Four years later, Dr. John Read, alongside his wife Caroline, opened another hotel on the former Crutchfield House site. This three-story structure had rooms starting at $1 per day, and it featured a restaurant, café, grill, and Turkish bath.

It even had a ticket office for the railroad located within the building for added convenience. The Reads’ son, Samuel, took over the hotel in 1879 at the young age of 19. Seven years later, Samuel Read ordered a renovation of the hotel, and in 1925, the majority of the structure was demolished to make way for the present 10-story building.

Photos Courtesy of Chattanooga Public Library, The Read House

Not long after the rebuild, a crime allegedly took place in room 311 of the hotel, leading many to deem the unit as one of the most haunted hotel rooms in the Southeast – and perhaps even the nation.

It is rumored that in the late 1920s, Annalisa Netherly was beheaded in the bathtub by a jealous lover. In the years following the incident, visitors and employees alike have reported flickering lights, running water, shadowy figures, and unexplained noises among other paranormal experiences in room 311.

And there’s more! The same room housed Al Capone in the early 1930s when he was en route to Atlanta for a federal trial. At the time, rebar was se-

cured to the room’s windows to prevent Capone from escaping. Recently, the hotel reinstalled rebar to allow visitors a glimpse into the past.

In 2018, The Read House underwent a renovation, and during the process, restored room 311 to the style that would have been reflected when Annalisa Netherly was a guest herself. Today, you will notice that modern amenities, such as a TV or hairdryer, are nowhere to be found. Instead, ornate Victorian furniture, a clawfoot tub, and even a pull chain toilet can be found in the room.

The 2018 renovation also had its share of strange occurrences surrounding room 311. In addition to experi-

encing several busted pipes, the hotel’s ownership group had issues accessing the room on demolition day. When keys, and later brute force, didn’t work, construction crews had to saw the door open to get into the room.

With a flurry of reported activity, paranormal enthusiasts from across the nation flock to The Read House for their chance to have a unique experience, and while an overnight stay in room 311 is possible, it’s not for the faint of heart.

Hope this helps!

Hamilton Bush Resident History Hound Chattanooga, Tennessee

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These locals have put their entire hearts and souls into what they do.

Here, we asked them to share what drives them in their own words.

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y name is Kenyatta Ashford, and I am a husband, father, and chef. In my former career, I was a high school teacher and coach, but I have always been a native New Orleanian. We recently opened our restaurant Neutral Ground, which is in residence at Proof Bar & Incubator.

Our business was born at the intersection of deep passion and necessity – like many restaurant workers, I was furloughed due to COVID-19. Neutral Ground marries the tastes and tales of my childhood to the traditions of my hometown with the care for craft that I learned at Culinary Institute of America. The concept is built around staples of New Orleans daily life, and the menu is intentionally created to be accessible to all.

Neutral Ground was conceived with the ethos of including everyone and being a place where people can come together, no matter their race, creed, or class, and share together in the joy of food conceived and cooked with great care. The Neutral Ground name unto itself is a value statement and an invitation for what I feel is most needed in these very charged times.

This commitment to our community is based on my experience in New Orleans. As the city embarked upon its second century, it was a city divided. On one side, in the city’s First Municipality – the present-day French Quarter, for the most part – lived the French Creoles, with traditions dating to the city’s founding. On the other side, in the Second Municipality – today’s Central Business District – was the Anglo-American section. The two didn’t particularly get along, so each stuck mostly to their respective side of Canal Street, the center median of which was declared to be “The Neutral Ground.”

We are opening in a place that is similar for Chattanooga. Martin Luther King Boulevard, 9th Street, or the “Big Nine,” was the epicenter of Chattanooga’s Black culture for many years and has become a place frequented by many people in modern Chattanooga.

Kenyatta Ashford EXECUTIVE CHEF & OWNER NEUTRAL GROUND

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’m passionate about my work at the Northside Neighborhood House (NNH) for several reasons. First and foremost, I simply love people and serving others. When I first started here as a Children’s Program Director, my call was to serve the children and families of the NNH. When I moved to a leadership role, however, my focus became ensuring our team feels supported and is equipped and empowered to execute their roles. I love seeing people grow, learn, and succeed.

In the 20 years I’ve worked within this community, I’ve been blessed to watch “my kids” grow up, chase their dreams, and start careers and families. I’ve witnessed adult students obtain their high school equivalencies and have access to better

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paying jobs. I’ve seen neighbors in the midst of crisis find hope, encouragement, and stability. The NNH motto of “a hand up, not a hand out” has always driven me, and I feel privileged to have helped empower individuals of all ages. Lastly, this work has become a “family affair,” and I love having a role that provides my husband and our two girls an opportunity to serve alongside me.

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ithout fail, every time I observe an infant, toddler, or pre-K aged child in communities where children typically are not positioned for lifelong success, I instantly reflect on what life could look like for them in the future. While those communities vary by race, culture, and many other factors, what remains the same in each setting is my almost immediate drive to educate and share resource information with parents in those communities about the power of early learning. I must admit, there has been a time or two when I took the liberty to stop in unfamiliar settings to forge a conversation with parents about the benefits of quality early childhood learning experiences and the significance of strong foundations that influence success in life.

As parents in impoverished communities begin to understand that high-quality early learning education can change the trajectory of life for young learners, a harsh reality sets in. The reality is that oftentimes these parents do not have access to high-quality early learning programs

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in their community. It is very disheartening to know that access to resources that shape future success is often limited for our youngest underserved children residing in the most vulnerable communities. This is my WHY. Supporting families and childcare providers in a way that positions all of our babies to have a fair shot at a good life gives me great purpose and drive. Being a champion in this arena pushes me every day to wake up and work to create a system that broadens equitable access to high-quality early learning opportunities for all Chattanooga families.

Angela Hayes DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR OFFICE OF EARLY LEARNING CITY OF CHATTANOOGA

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y father started a business after having a very experimental eye surgery. He was legally blind nearly half his life. The surgery gave him sight, and after years of struggle, he was ready to work and make up for lost time. He was optimistic, a tenacious fighter, worked incredibly hard, never gave up, and would find a solution to any problem.

What started as simple carpentry grew into remodeling and ultimately developing homes and neighborhoods.

My father overcame poverty, blindness, and the struggle to provide for his family by starting a business. His experience taught me that starting something is more than just generating revenue. It allows someone to pursue their dreams and serve others, it has unlimited upside, and it can mean doing what you love every day of your life.

I co-founded LAUNCH about the same time my father died, and it has been a great way for me to stay connected to his life and work. Helping others in our community start businesses is a passion for me. My

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dad would have greatly benefited from the kind of support our community offers entrepreneurs now.

In my own entrepreneurial journey, I’ve learned from the businesses I’ve started, especially the importance of supporting people who feel they haven’t had a fair shake or the tools, knowledge, relationships, or capital to begin. Those are all things my dad felt when he was starting.

LAUNCH is in the business of helping people find something they truly care about and building a revenue-generating business from it. I’m incredibly grateful to be able to help people pursue their dreams, work with an amazing team, and serve our community.

Hal Bowling CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR LAUNCH

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My favorite quote is: “Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire.”

My whole career has been about lighting that fire by connecting museums to people. My work days have included participating in maple sugaring demonstrations at the Rochester Museum and Science Center, coordinating Fossils of Fifth Avenue tours with a renowned paleontologist at AMNH, launching a speaker series that included Jane Goodall at the Dallas Museum of Natural History, and playing Father Time

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at Creative Discovery Museum’s (CDM) annual New Year’s at Noon event.

I love museums and especially CDM, where our mission is to inspire all children to explore, innovate, create, and play. We send out thousands of sparks every day knowing that these sparks can ignite passions that last a lifetime. I love seeing the joy as children learn by doing, watching them transform into scientists, artists, makers, and engineers.

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t has all been a spectacular challenge when I think about it. It begins with family. I grew up in Chattanooga’s inner city with my father and his mother. I spent time with my mother, grandmother, and extended family on weekends. My mother, father, and grandmothers had true passion for helping others and helped me understand that competition was less important than compassion.

Entering adulthood, I began to see the disparities experienced by inner-city populations as I was afforded opportunities to grow. I discovered that outside my childhood community, the voices I heard all my life fell silent. I knew then that I had to be an advocate for the less fortunate. God led me forward while family, teachers, and church guided me.

Becoming a nurse was my calling; giving time, love, and energy to those who could not care for themselves. After graduating, I went into the ICU, completed my master’s, and worked as an adult nurse practitioner, using my skills to prevent disease, my spirit to pray with those who needed guidance, and my heart to lend an ear to those who needed to be heard.

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MORNING POINTE STRONG AFTER DEVASTATING TORNADO Shallowford Road Assisted Living Location Reopening NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR NOVEMBER START

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n Sunday evening, April 12, the Chattanooga area was awakened to an EF-3 tornado that swept through Hamilton and Bradley Counties. In its path was Morning Pointe of Chattanooga and The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence, both on Shallowford Road. In a matter of minutes, the premier assisted living and memory care campuses were damaged to the point that they were uninhabitable.

The brutal storms left 130 senior care residents displaced. “I never heard noise in my life like I heard that night,” said 82-year-old Rena Miller, a resident at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga. “I’m so glad that no one got hurt.”

In the dead of that night, Morning Pointe associates from across the Chattanooga area rallied together to care for the residents. Nearby hotels opened rooms to provide residents a place to stay and to be cared for. “I could not have been more proud of our staff who quickly mobilized at both locations to ensure that all of our residents were evacuated safely,” says Greg Vital, president of Morning Pointe Senior Living. “It was truly a selfless, heroic effort,” adds Cody Harvey, executive director at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga.

Now, after just five months since the catastrophic event, Morning Pointe of Chattanooga has been completely rebuilt.

Interior walls have been stripped of sheetrock and the flooring removed to build back a whole new resident community. “Going through the tornado has been so difficult for the residents who call Morning Pointe of Chattanooga home,” says community relations director Emily Thibodeau. “They are so excited that the renovations are nearly complete and they get to move back in very soon!”

“This is a story of multiple teams coming together during difficult times created by COVID-19 to restore the homes and everyday lives of residents who are dearly loved at Morning Pointe of Chattanooga and The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence,” says Vital. “Our plan is to welcome current and new residents to Morning Pointe of Chattanooga in November and The Lantern in the summer of 2021.”

At Morning Pointe of Chattanooga, residents will once again enjoy services in a comfortable home-like environment. Along with many others, amenities will include housekeeping and linen services, a barber/beauty shop, library, and Florida room.

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Outside of apartments, common areas such as three covered porches, courtyards, living rooms, and dining rooms will be available for residents to safely socialize. For an enjoyable, restful stroll, walking areas are neatly arranged on the nearly 10-acre facility. “While we are wearing masks, social distancing and following strict safety protocols for our residents and associates, there is still a lot of wonderful At left: Cody Harvey, engagement and activity happening every day from creative Executive Director arts, music, window visits and at Morning Pointe drive by family nights plus reguof Chattanooga; lar FaceTime calls,” says Harvey.

Greg Vital, president Offering the best in asof Morning Pointe sisted living care, residents Senior Living; Emily will experience the benefits of Thibodeau, Community individual health care plans Relations Director coordinated by licensed nurses with health care providers. Additionally, licensed nurses will provide oversight of health, wellness, and medication administration, while licensed clinical staff will be available 24 hours a day.

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“The rebuilding of Morning Pointe of Chattanooga is a story about perseverance, determination, flexibility, and a commitment to care for our residents,” adds Vital. “It is about rising from the ashes to once again welcome our residents and care for each and every one of them as if they were family. This is a homecoming.

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Changing with the Times BUSINESS NOW AND P O S T - C O V I D - 19

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“I CAN’T CHANGE THE WIND, BUT I CAN ADJUST MY S A I LS TO A LWAYS REACH MY DESTINATION.” JIMMY DEAN

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n January, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that a mysterious coronavirus-related pneumonia had been identified in Wuhan, China. By February, the United States had declared a public health emergency, and by March, it was officially considered a pandemic. Travel bans were implemented, borders were closed, schools went virtual, and stay-at-home orders were announced.

Health care systems were thrust into caring for an unknown virus that was rapidly spreading, while more than 10 million workers filed for unemployment, and a $2 trillion economic stimulus bill was passed by Congress.

April, May, and June brought some easing of restrictions, but by the end of the second quarter, the U.S. economy (GDP) had shrunk at an annualized rate of 33%, and over 100,000 small businesses were permanently closed.

The impact of COVID-19 is farreaching. Across the globe, there has been a shift to more mindful shopping and e-commerce. Other digital and contactless services – including curbside pickup, delivery, and drivethrough – are also seeing higher adoption rates.

More than 75% of consumers in the United States have changed shopping behaviors. Specifically, they’re looking for convenience and value. For certain products and brands, COVID-19 caused supply-chain disruptions. And when consumers couldn’t find their preferred product at their preferred retailer, they tried a different brand or shopped at a different retailer.

Telemedicine has become more of the norm. Consumers are facing new personal situations, with changes in income and leisure time, which influences attitudes and behaviors.

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Many employees are working from home and are recognizing that long days in the office and lengthy commutes are not as essential as once thought. Businesses are also discovering that a flexible working culture means less office space and more money saved.

So how do businesses now navigate what is clearly a new normal? How do they bring back business in an environment where the path to a vaccine is still unclear?

Leading consultants say:

Companies will need to recover revenue quickly by outperforming their competition.

To accomplish this, they will need to be clear about what customers value post-COVID-19. They will have to identify the primary sources of profitable revenue and put plans in place to make sure it happens using different marketing levers. Examples include refocusing on the highest volume, most profitable products; new or revised product offerings supported by advertising campaigns to win back loyal customers; adjusting pricing and promotions; or training the sales force to support remote selling.

“Great companies are very deliberate across everything they do – all their functional areas,” says Dr. Frank Butler, UC Foundation associate professor of management

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with UTC’s Gary W. Rollins College of Business. “And to outperform competition, they must put the customer experience first and foremost.”

Speed will be imperative, and bureaucracy will need to be reduced.

Over the last six months, businesses have worked faster and better than they dreamed possible. Flatter organizations, created in response to COVID-19, have delegated decision-making down to a dynamic network of effective teams. Corporate bureaucracy has in many cases been replaced with clear goals, focused teams, and rapid decision-making. Action will need to be favored over research. Jumping on a videoconference to solve problems, or remote teams working together with more decisionmaking authority, must be more of the norm than the exception. In a world where fast beats slow, companies that can institutionalize these forms of speedy and effective decentralization will jump ahead of the competition.

Dr. Butler explains, “The ability to roll with the punches, feel comfortable with technology, and communicate across multiple platforms will be critical to success moving forward.”

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Marketing will become more important than ever.

As the recovery from COVID-19 evolves, marketing will become essential to getting businesses back on track. Businesses continuing to invest in marketing will see their current customers stay loyal and attract new ones. People may not be making big purchases right now, but that doesn’t mean they’ve stopped researching. Businesses that stay in front of their market will have a much better chance of regaining revenue as customers resume more normal purchasing behavior.

“A company’s ability to market is based on the quality of products and services. That’s why is it so important for managers to focus on the labor structure to ensure the right people are performing the right jobs, so that the product and service can be optimized,” explains Dr. Allison Pierce, assistant professor of business administration at Lee Univer-

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sity. “Focusing on people, processes, and results provides the marketers a great product to market, which enables the company to maximize profitability.”

There will be a greater level of scrutiny on marketing ROI. Marketers will need to rethink customer acquisition and retention strategies. Instead of reducing profit margins to acquire one-off customers, some will be forced to focus on brand-building and customer retention strategies for more profitable, happy customers. “Think of Disney in this scenario – they take great care of their employees and are also big on customer experience, but they made a bad choice during this time when they announced that the new Mulan movie would be available On-Demand for a $30 rental fee. That came across as too financially driven,” says Dr. Butler.

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Allison Pierce Associate Professor of Business Administration, Lee University

Changing expectations will force operational shifts.

Dramatic shifts in customer expectations and demand patterns will force the need for equally dramatic shifts in operations to achieve a competitive advantage. Successful companies will have to reinvent the role of operations in their enterprises, creating new value through a far greater responsiveness to their customers – including but not limited to accelerated product development and customerexperience innovation.

“Companies must find new ways of generating revenue, especially when getting people in the door is not presently a viable method,” says Dr. Butler. “Think about museums – what kinds of things can they do virtually? This is a time when companies can really look at exploring new avenues that help them continue to do business and do it well.”

Supply chains will require redesign.

Given disruptions experienced in supply chains, successful companies will need to redesign supply chains to

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protect against future uncertainties with suppliers. New partnerships will need to be formed to solve disruptions in supply chains, and advanced analytics will have to be used to make better and faster decisions. Once-prevalent global-sourcing models in product-driven value chains will most likely need to shift to regional supply chains.

“For many companies, supply chain management has received a new level of attention. Moving forward, companies will need to build strategy that blends control and expands options for materials,” says Dr. Pierce. “One strategy is to become more vertically integrated so a company actually owns its supplier. Another option is dual sourcing, so that a company has several contracts with suppliers instead of depending on a sole source. For example, a company that previously had one contract for iron castings with a manufacturer in China or India may now have a contract with both manufacturing companies or even pay a little more and add a domestic manufacturer to the mix. A third strategy is to maintain strategic inventory so that a disruption will not be so detrimental to business operations. The key is to define and implement a strategy that makes the company less dependent on one provider.”

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COVID-19 Impact on Local Businesses Businesses with Decreased Revenue

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60% Steps Being Taken to Manage Businesses Through COVID-19

Change Pricing

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Source: Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Economic Impact Survey Results

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With the advent of COVID-19, the use of automation and technology has increased greatly. With the economic falloff and related concerns for lowering costs, as well as protecting the health of employees, suppliers, and customers, the expanded use of automation will continue to escalate.

Employees across all functions have had to advance their knowledge to use digital communications. In operations, automation will further replace manual and repetitive tasks. This, in turn, will require new workforce skills using digital tools and a greater need for analytical and technical support. In effect, it is becoming possible to imagine a world of business where human contact is minimized.

Leadership and employee expectations must align.

48% will rehire over 75% of employees laid off

Reduce Fixed Costs

Companies will need to modify operations to allow for greater agility and flexibility. Whether it be more employees working remotely, supply chains being rebuilt to allow for alternative suppliers, manufacturing facilities modifying operations to meet new product demands, or businesses modifying processes and work stations to enhance employee safety, companies must continue to respond to new market conditions created by COVID-19.

Technology and automation will be key.

Businesses Planning to Rehire All Employees

Reduce Variable Costs

Companies must become more agile and flexible.

Successful companies will be led by those who continue to simplify and streamline their organizational structures and seek to match the right talent, regardless of hierarchy, to the most critical challenges. Leaders will place a premium on character and results, rather than expertise or experience. Additionally, leaders and their employees will need to have a shared sense of purpose and know how to get things done right.

“Top managers should be reducing uncertainty for their team,” says Dr. Butler. “It’s important to have a sense of direction and point your employees in a very clear way with actionable instructions. Studies show that up to 36% of performance is lost due to an inability to communicate strategy effectively to the people who are supposed to execute it.”

Businesses should address changes quickly.

During the early recovery period, business leaders will be forced to acknowledge and address changes in consumer behavior and demand patterns. For example, airlines will need to address health and safety by reinventing the passenger experience with “contactless” check-in, boarding, and in-flight experiences.

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Analyzing these demand signals in real time and adapting quickly to bring supply chains and services back will be essential for companies to navigate the recovery.

“Companies that have been the most successful during this period so far are those that are accelerating their online programs,” says Dr. Butler. “Companies that have been slower to shift or acclimate have lost business. Corporations like JC Penney are having to declare bankruptcy because consumer behaviors are changing, and they can’t keep up, while companies like Walmart, that had infrastructures in place and moved quickly, have had greater success.”

New sources of information should be identified.

Companies need to incorporate new data and create new models to enable real-time decision-making. In the same way that many risk and financial models were rebuilt after the 2008 financial crisis, the use of data and

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analytics will need to be recalibrated to reflect the postCOVID-19 reality.

A focus should be placed on enhancing IT to reduce spending.

To successfully accommodate increased IT needs for their business, companies will be forced to greatly improve IT productivity to lower their costs. Where possible, IT costs will need to be variable to match demand.

In the current and post era of COVID-19, business models of old will need to be reimagined. Business will need to be conducted very differently on many fronts to succeed. And it will have to take place quickly to outperform competition. CS

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5, 6, 7, 8 Area Dance Instructors on Why They’re Passionate and What Inspires Them

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STACEY PERKINSON Scenic City Dance

CS: Tell us a bit about your dance background.

SP: At a young age, I was dancing at Richmond Ballet, a ballet conservatory in Virginia. After attending a Governor’s School for Dance in high school, I went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Performance from George Mason University. I then went to live in New York City and danced professionally before moving to Chattanooga and starting Scenic City Dance in 2011.

CS: Why are you passionate about dance?

SP: It’s been part of my life since I was 18 months old. I took my first dance class, and it has been part of my life since. Over the years, I’ve seen how lessons from dance have carried over to other aspects of my life and provided me tools to be successful. Dance can provide so much more than physical movement, and that is exactly what I want to give back to our students in the community and why I am still passionate about dance today.

CS: What about contemporary dance speaks to you?

SP: Contemporary gives you freedom. So many dance forms have techniques with

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precise boundaries and rules, but the contemporary technique blurs the lines and allows dancers to go beyond that.

It’s a very interpretive dance technique, providing a lot of creative freedom, which I love.

CS: Who inspires you?

SP: I love Alvin Ailey Dance Company, primarily because of their athleticism.

They are such strong, technical dancers in both ballet and the modern/contemporary world. It’s such a beautiful fusion, and it’s really inspiring to watch them dance. At the same time, I love Pilobolus, which is more acrobatic contemporary. They create amazing shapes with their bodies and are constantly trying to create things people have never seen. They’re very inventive.

CS: What are your goals for the future?

SP: I would love to grow into a space that is inclusive of many art forms including more dance opportunities as well as adding more variety such as music and other artistic outreach programs.

Aside from that, we just started a non-profit called House of Yellow Butterflies, which provides dance in underprivileged communities for free. My goal is to grow statewide and beyond. I would love to provide every child an opportunity to experience dance.

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BAL L RO OM CASEY HAYWOOD Dance Tonight Chattanooga

CS: Tell us a bit about your dance background.

CH: I didn’t get into dancing until I was 19. It started off as a social and fun activity with friends in college and grew from there. There was this Latin dance showcase that a Vanderbilt student organization put on, and I saw it my freshman year and wanted to get involved. They would divide you up into different student-led dance groups that would perform. My last two years I was a co-chair for the showcase.

CS: What about ballroom dance speaks to you?

CH: Ballroom is all about two people dancing together as one to music.

There are two different styles – American and International, which can be broken down even further. For me, I’m not really one that has the desire to go up on stage and do something solo. Being able to dance with others and communicate and really work with the music – that is ballroom. The whole focus is communication with your partner, which sets it apart from some other types of dance.

CS: Tell us a bit about the studio.

CH: We teach American-style ballroom, which includes smooth dances that feature longer steps and slower music and rhythm dances that have smaller, more compact steps and faster music. So, you could learn anything from swing dancing to Latin club dances like Salsa. Most of our students are adults, but we have a handful of younger students as well.

CS: What is your favorite thing about teaching dance to others?

CH: My favorite thing is helping people get to that point where they

feel like they can do it. It may happen early on, like in the first lesson, or it may take longer, but by continuing, they can see that they can get better. Sometimes people have low expectations of what they’ll be able to do, so helping them feel capable is special.

CS: What are your goals for the future?

CH: I co-own Dance Tonight with Kyle Barels,

and we have a plan for a video series that we’re solidifying now. We also have an option for folks with some dance experience to take classes virtually. We have a new instructor coming, too. We don’t know what the future holds, but we’re trying to push through and reach as many people as possible.

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DEVANTE WILLIAMS D. Williams Dance Academy

CS: Tell us a bit about your dance background.

DW: I started dancing when I was 13. I was infatuated with music videos and seeing artists perform and dancers in the background making the videos really come to life.

I started taking hip-hop in Atlanta because at the time, we didn’t have anything like that in Chattanooga. Traveling back and forth eventually became too much, so I tried to focus on what was available locally, which was ballroom. It was completely different but so much fun. That’s where I got my first technical training and my first working dance gig, which gave me the means to travel more and take other classes. So, I took ballet, jazz – everything.

I did summer intensives in New York. I started a hip-hop majorette team with a group of people, and my choreography got recognized by Sunjai Williams from Lifetime’s “Bring It!” I got to go on tour with them. From there, I took even more classes in Chicago and Memphis, where I got deeper into hip hop.

CS: Why are you passionate about dance?

DW: Dance has allowed me to really express parts of me that I didn’t know how to articulate in words. I knew that if I could do that, I could help others tell their story. I love how it makes me feel and how it makes others feel.

CS: How would you describe hip-hop?

DW: Out of all the genres, it’s the most freeing. It’s freestyle. Hip-hop is the most energetic style of dance. You have to come with energy, attitude, and swag. It’s the life of the dance floor.

CS: What’s your philosophy for teaching dance?

DW: The biggest thing for my students is to come in and give their all.

Don’t come in and half do it. Release your inhibitions and just be you and do you. Don’t worry about what others are thinking or say. It’s all about what you’re thinking and feeling. Just let the music take over. Our motto is, “Once you hit the dance floor, greatness begins.”

CS: Who inspires you?

DW: From an entertainer standpoint, Usher and Will Smith. Usher is from here and has left, but he comes back and gives back to the community. Will Smith is a great speaker and motivator, and he’s humble about where he is now and where he came from. On a personal level, my mom. She worked two, sometimes three, jobs to provide for me and my brother and put us through private school. Her drive to continue to give us the best opportunities by herself instilled a drive in me to be successful. I don’t let anyone or anything stop me.

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BA L L ET BRIAN MCSWEEN Chattanooga Ballet

CS: Tell us a bit about your dance background.

BM: I grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina,

and started out doing tap and jazz, and then I added ballet at age 12. I continued to do all three forms of dance through high school and then went to New York City, where I studied at Joffrey Ballet School. I received a contract with Aspen Ballet Company and then Complexions Dance. Most of my career was spent with Joffrey Ballet in Chicago, where I was a dancer for 10 years. From there, I went into teaching and spent time in New York as the Associate Artistic Director of Joffrey Concert Group, then Ballet Master for Ballet Memphis. I took over as Artistic Director of Chattanooga Ballet in August 2019.

CS: Why are you passionate about dance?

BM: Growing up, dance was the only place where I felt

confident enough to excel. It was the only place where I felt like I was truly gifted. It became an expression of every emotion. There were, of course, times that were hard and times that I wanted to quit, but everything that was demanded of me over the years has been given back tenfold. Today, I’m passionate about seeing other dancers achieve their full potential, whether that’s as students or professionals. Seeing an audience leave a performance with a shifted paradigm – with a worldview that is brightened or challenged or encouraged – and seeing the possibilities of what art can do to the soul of an individual, that’s inspiring.

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CS: What’s your philosophy for teaching ballet?

BM: At Chattanooga Ballet, we train every student to their highest potential, and we let their potential dictate their futures. If they choose to go into dance as a profession, then we want them trained to be able to pursue that. If they look at it as a hobby or something recreational, then we still want to afford them the benefits of reaching their full potential. As far as personal philosophy, I try to structure technique in such a way that it works for everyone’s body.

CS: What inspires you?

BM: First would be my faith. It’s been

the primary influencer in my view of my place in this profession, and in this building, and in the lives of those around me. Second would be my family. My wife is a dancer – much more talented than I ever was – and she walked away to become the mother that she always wanted to be, and I admire that so much. The dancers I get to work with also inspire me. Seeing them explore not only what they’re doing physically and technically, but how that can achieve something for someone emotionally and affect others, it’s a joy to watch.

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CHRISTINE MASHBURN-PAUL Chattanooga Dance Theatre

CS: Tell us a bit about your dance background.

CM: I grew up in Atlanta and studied at the Royal Academy of Dance, which features a syllabus out of England. There are yearly dance exams and vocational exams, which are designed to prepare you for a professional career.

I have a minor in dance from the University of Georgia, and I taught at a local studio throughout college. I came to Chattanooga to dance for Chattanooga Ballet for four years before deciding to pursue an opportunity with my dad’s whitewater rafting company. But I felt that something was missing from my life and felt like the dance world was calling me back. So, I decided to open a studio in 2014, which is how Chattanooga Dance Theatre came to be.

CS: What’s your philosophy for teaching dance?

CM: My philosophy is encouragement. To let students know where they are, how they’ve accomplished their goals, and let them know what their next set of goals is. I really try to encourage the student, no matter what level they’re on.

CS: What about modern dance speaks to you?

CM: Modern is such a free form of dance that can incorporate so many different things. It’s a style that was created in the 1920s, and most people credit Martha Graham as the founder. I think with modern, it can be so free that you can really do anything with it. We teach our students to pick a theme and recognize all the different elements that can create a dance. Whether that be shapes or levels or speeds, or whether it’s dancing big or small, modern explores it all.

CS: What is your favorite thing about teaching dance to others?

CM: Dance can be very therapeutic in a lot of ways in that you can come into the studio and focus on your dance and not the other things that are going on outside of just your dance. So, it’s really great to see students improve and to see how dance affects their lives and the quality of life for them.

CS: What are your goals for the future?

CM: I hope to continue to grow CDT by offering more classes and more varieties of classes. I also hope to continue to grow our ‘Nooga Nutcracker with more audiences and production elements and continue to access more and more people through dance! CS

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Christian, Daisy, & Jingle While dogs are the norm, almost any animal can be certified as a therapy pet through HABIT. Just ask Christian McDonald, who in addition to having a certified Greyhound named Daisy, also has a certified cat named Jingle. “Jingle is really chill. He loves to be held like a baby,” Christian laughs. “I got him at about four weeks old, and I used to work in a nursing home, and he’d come to work with me, so that’s what he knows and loves!”

Christian says she, Daisy, and Jingle have witnessed a lot of special moments during their visits. “When we were working in the skilled care facilities, some of these people had dementia or other cognitive disorders. To see the residents that were very withdrawn or depressed just light up and talk to Daisy or Jingle and cuddle them, and to see them engage when maybe they hadn’t in a long time, that’s meaningful.”

Today they visit the UTC Center for Women and Gender Equity, and their bright outlook remains the same. “Life is hard for students, especially those who may feel alienated by society,” Christian says. “I know Daisy and Jingle go in there, and they don’t judge. If someone wants to love on them, they are more than happy to oblige,” she laughs. “And I’m there to be a non-judgmental friend who will listen.”

These days, Christian and Daisy visit the students weekly, and Jingle will join them every four or five weeks. “If Daisy misses a visit, she pouts,” laughs Christian. “All I have to do is say, ‘Let’s go see Sara [the center’s director] and her friends,’ and she’s at the back door.”

When it comes to her “why,” Christian says it’s about making the most of her privilege.

“It’s an easy way to serve others and to show compassion. I am so blessed to be in such a great place that I am able to do it.”

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Jim & Jupiter Jim Lewis has spent his life helping others. He’s the director of family ministry for a local Methodist congregation. For more than a decade, he’s been a firefighter and department chaplain, and he also serves as a crisis responder following major events and disasters throughout the state.

A few years ago, he started doing mental health chaplaincy for various organizations in the area.

If that’s not enough, Jim also realized he wanted to do therapy dog work, which is where his Greyhound, Jupiter, comes into play. “We’ve always had dogs – we have a zoo at our house – but I knew I wanted to get a breed that I could use as a therapy dog,” he says. “I researched breeds that were best for it, and Greyhounds were always in the top five of every list I saw. So, I partnered with the Greyhound Retirement Foundation of Tennessee, an organization that acquires retired Greyhounds from tracks and adopts them out, and that’s how I found Jupiter. I’ve had him for about three years now.”

Jim and Jupiter got involved with HABIT, and Jim credits the organization’s approach, values, and leadership. “I loved what I saw in HABIT. They were open to me and Jupiter focusing on mental health, which is what I’m passionate about,” he says. “I’m honest about the fact that I’ve struggled with depression, but

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I’m finding healing and hope. So, I’ve always had a passion to help others who are struggling.”

Jim says Jupiter has a way of helping individuals open up. “We’ve laughed and cried with patients, and it’s not about putting words with it. It’s just about enjoying the moment,”

he explains. “Doing therapy dog work is an amazing way to help people feel connected in a world that feels more and more disconnected.

It’s a beautiful way to connect with others, share stories, and offer a sense of hope through the joy so naturally experienced in a dog.”

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Meg & Nugget “Nugget is a clown,” laughs Meg Kiessling, a mathematics lecturer at UTC. Nugget is Meg’s 5-year-old Golden Retriever and partner in crime, and the two visit Children’s Hospital at Erlanger the last Thursday of every month. “It’s always amazing that not only the patients’, but the parents’ and relatives’ faces really light up,” she says. “They’re amused by Nugget and want to pet her, and in a sense, it distracts them from their problems.”

According to Meg, not only are she and Nugget best buddies, Nugget is popular all around town. “She has friends in every de-

partment at Lowe’s and Ace Hardware, and there are certain doctors who are always on the lookout for her. She has grinch feet, so she’s easy to spot,” laughs Meg. Meg has had other therapy dogs in the past and even has a second one today, named Cammie. “I moved up here from Atlanta when Siskin was first starting their program back around 1998, and my dogs at the time, Dottie and Angel, got certified. I’ve been doing it ever since!”

While some of the visits can be tough, Meg admits they have given her more meaning. “It really gives me a bit more insight and understanding of the difficulties that other people might have in their lives.” One visit that she recalls

vividly followed the Chattanooga school bus crash in 2016. “Cammie was with me at the time, and she could just sense something,” recalls Meg. “She was much more willing and eager to go up to the nurses and sensed their need for extra support that day. It just touches you how much these dogs understand about these situations, and they want to do all they can to help.”

Speaking of a dog’s intuition, Nugget’s got one of the best. “She can sense and just knows all kinds of things. If I come home from work and have had a bad day, she knows, and she’ll act like a bigger clown than usual. She seems to know what everybody needs.”

“She can sense and just knows all kinds of things. She seems to know what everybody needs.”

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Steve & Beau When Steve Lewis’ mother was transitioning into an assisted living facility, he started to notice how often residents expressed sadness over missing their pets. At the time, he was nearing retirement age and looking to get a new puppy, and it struck him that he could use this opportunity as a way to give back. “I decided to combine my desire to take on a new puppy with the needs of residents at assisted living facilities.”

From there, it was all about finding the right dog. “During my research, I came across a Cavapoo, which is a King Charles Cavalier mixed with a Poodle, and that was it,” he remembers.

“I located Beau, let him get a little bit older, and then joined a formal puppy training program.”

While Steve was excited to start this new adventure, he didn’t anticipate that he and Beau would connect so strongly.

“During this time, Beau became much more than a retirement project,” he says.

“We developed an extremely close bond that I had not expected. I found myself wanting to take him everywhere with me, and it was no burden doing so.”

Along the way, Steve says he noticed similarities in raising children and raising Beau. “You’ve heard that one year in a dog’s life is equal to approximately seven years as a human. So, although it seems like forever until a puppy is house trained and responds appropriately to more complex commands, it actually happens quickly,” he says. “It provided me a well-needed reminder that Beau’s life is finite, and it was important to take advantage of all the time we had and achieve his purpose.”

Steve and Beau have been visiting assisted living facilities consistently over the last eight years, and their trips include everything from weekly dogs shows in the common gathering areas to visiting individual resident rooms. They also visit children and teens at Bethel Bible Village. “In every circumstance, Beau has adapted to the situation and made me so proud of him.”

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Ed, Julie, & Winston Husband and wife Ed and Julie Turner and their Maltese-Yorkie mix, Winston, have spent the last several years visiting Siskin West, a subacute rehabilitation and long-term care facility. “Some of the people, you can look at them and tell they’re having a tough day,” says Ed. “When they see Winston, all of a sudden, it changes. It makes a difference.”

Julie’s desire to get a therapy dog came after her own experience in the hospital.

“I really wanted to get a therapy dog after my breast cancer experience,” she explains. “I thought it would be so

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wonderful to bring a dog into a medical setting to provide comfort for people.”

Plans didn’t go exactly as they had intended, but that’s what led Ed and Julie to Winston. “The dog we actually ended up getting right after my cancer, she barely lets us pet her, let alone anyone else, so that didn’t work out,” laughs Julie. “We love her very much, but she wasn’t a good fit for a therapy dog.” But all it took was one serendipitous visit to Facebook, and Winston would be theirs. “A friend of mine was trying to find a home for these puppies, and Winston’s face popped up. I said, ‘I have to meet this dog.’ We adopted him, and it was like instant love!” Julie remembers.

Ed, Julie, and Winston look forward to their weekly visits, though COVID-19 has put a temporary pause on them. “I used to think volunteer activities had to be some sort of grand thing where you had to make a big splash,” Ed says.

“But we found this, and the fulfillment comes one person at a time. You know you’re making a difference in the lives of these people.”

Julie adds, “My parents set such a good example for me of the difference you can make through small acts – just showing up and being there for people in moments of importance or vulnerability. We feel fortunate to be able to listen and have folks share their joys and sorrows with us.”

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Courtney & Emmett “I’m a hardcore dog mom,” laughs Courtney Griffin. A veterinarian at Animal Clinic Inc. of Chattanooga, Courtney got Emmett, her 2-year-old West Highland Terrier, when he was just nine weeks old.

He was a vet school gift from her parents.

“He rode out the last six weeks of school, and then we moved to Chattanooga!”

Courtney could tell early on that Emmett would make a good therapy dog.

“He’s loved everyone since he was teeny tiny, which is kind of out of character for his breed, so that’s why I wanted to get him involved,” she says. “In vet school, we did a lot of continuing education on the human/animal bond, and it’s incredible to see how much animals do for us on an emotional level. When I got Emmett, I saw his personality blossoming and bringing people joy, so this was something that could increase our bond and make other people happy in the process.”

Their assignments? Visiting students at DuPont Elementary and Brown Academy, as well as participating in the Hamilton County school district career fair and an after-school reading program. “Before COVID-19, we would spend an hour each week at The Bethlehem Center, and kids would read to Emmett,” Courtney explains. “It’s cool seeing kids who are reserved or shy opening up around a dog.”

Today, not only are Courtney and Emmett a dynamic therapy team, but Courtney also handles behavioral evaluations for HABIT. “Basically, we’re testing animals out in different situations to evaluate their temperament,” she explains. “This helps guide their placement when it comes time to start visits.” HABIT teams pair up with hospitals, schools, youth organizations, elder care facilities, and more.

Courtney admits that they always leave with funny stories, but the impact it’s had means more. “These visits have really reinforced my appreciation for the field that I’m in and the therapy program as a whole. The kids love him and appreciate him, and it all goes back to that human/ animal bond.”

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Kathy & Maggie Maggie is a celebrity of sorts in the dog world. “She got to throw the first pitch at a Lookouts game last year!” says her mom and handler Kathy Mindel.

Kathy and Maggie have worked as a HABIT therapy team for the last five years and have gotten to experience the joys of making someone’s day at a number of different facilities around town. “Maggie started the Ruff Reading Program at McConnell Elementary, and she’s also worked with the Northside Neighborhood House, Hixson Middle School, Erlanger, and some remote area

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medical clinics,” Kathy explains. “Sometimes kids will say, ‘I never liked reading until reading to Maggie,’ or someone who’s nervous about seeing the doctor or getting a tooth pulled can pet her and find a sense of calm. It’s awesome.”

Kathy says that she and Maggie make a great team because they have such a strong bond. “Many times, there are no words needed. Her eyes tell me everything, and she must read what I say through my eyes also. It’s really special and unique.”

Over the course of their time as a therapy team, Kathy and Maggie have many fond memories, but one in particular sticks out. “I remember a teenage girl at

the hospital was having a really bad day, and Maggie got in her lap, and the girl petted and petted her. It just cleansed her body of the bad,” she says. “We also ran into a doctor who was walking down the hall, and he literally sat down in the floor next to her and didn’t say a word.

Just petted and petted her until he got up and said, ‘I needed that so bad.’ To be able to help someone in that way was amazing.”

These experiences have had a significant impact on Kathy. “You hear about those things but then to actually see them – it’s my therapy too. I feel like I’m helping, and I’m so pleased and happy to be a part of that. It’s just great.” CS

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When David Hammond was a young boy, he could often be found tromping around his grandparents’ homestead and exploring the grounds. Fast-forward several decades, and the same property that has been in the family for five generations is now the site of Hammond’s modern Scandinavian home.

After living in the Midwest for years, Hammond returned home with his family of four and couldn’t be more thrilled with his decision. With a pristine landscape, extended family just around the corner, and plenty of space, the Hammonds have been able to focus on quality time that is so important to them.

Upon arrival at the Hammond home, a sleek and streamlined aesthetic is immediately conveyed. Kendall Charcoal board-and-batten siding is warmed up with horizontal stacked Georgia white pine, while pops of Tricorn Black modernize the space.

“We purposefully went with a smaller front porch,” explains Hammond. “We’ve always liked that, and it is kind of fun to watch people’s reactions as they move from the front porch, which is intentionally understated, to our main living area, which feels huge in comparison.”

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Inside the home, a bright and airy atmosphere takes center stage. A set of three large windows supply ample natural light. With stark white walls and black accents, the home delivers a high-contrast ambiance that draws its character from a curated selection of décor.

“We’ve always been drawn to a more modern aesthetic,” says Hammond. “But while we do like to be different and bold and stand out, we also wanted a home that was practi-

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“We have some large 8-foot sliding glass doors in the kitchen, which provide great natural light and access to the back porch. It lets us easily grill out or entertain.”

Away from the main living spaces is the master suite. The white neutral colors found throughout the rest of the home lend themselves to a feeling of luxury in this room.

In the master bathroom, a floating vanity for two plays off the same hardwoods seen in other areas and is cloaked with marble countertops. Chrome plumbing fixtures and LED mirrors reflect light back into the room, and a large cactus resting atop honeycomb tiled floors adds a pop of color.

In the bedroom, pillows and throw blankets serve as an accent and provide an added dose of color that can effortlessly be changed out depending on season or mood.

Just steps away from the bed, a full-length sliding glass door leads onto the back porch, which wraps around part of the house. From there, the Hammonds have access to even more amenities such as a hot tub and outdoor shower.

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“Our back porch is massive, but it’s an area where we spend a ton of time. Even if it’s too hot or too cold, you can still find us enjoying time with friends out on the porch,” says Hammond. “We have a really high roof line, which is great because it allows us to see the sky and horizon while still being protected from the weather.”

With generous space, this area can also accommodate a longer table for holidays and events.

“Everything about this home tries to capitalize on the view. It’s less about objects and finishes and more about flow,” says Hammond. “We tried to incorporate a lot of windows and make them as big as possible, and the porch is just one more place to get a great glimpse of the surrounding meadow.” CS

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ith Ryan’s medical residency behind them and a third child on the way, Ryan and Amy Ambrosetti were ready to put down roots in a home with more space. Shortly after Ryan started his practice, the Ambrosettis began the hunt for something a little larger than the 1,500-square-foot home they were currently living in.

“Growing up with a dad as a contractor, renovating has always been part of my life. When Amy and I were looking for a property, we weren’t sold that we wanted to do a renovation, but it was always a possibility,” explains Ryan. “We weren’t necessarily looking for something this big, but when we came across this home, we both fell in love with it and just saw its potential.”

Enter dad and owner of Ambrosetti Construction, David Ambrosetti. Together, the father-son duo worked to update this 1990s build into Ryan and Amy’s dream home where they could spend time building out their future family of five.

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Dubbed by many in the neighborhood as the castle house thanks to its turrets, this French country abode features a Shoji White exterior that is dotted with its fair share of windows.

A white bricked entryway draws visitors up to an arch-topped French door with beveled glass where a gas lantern hangs just overhead.

Once inside the home, the foyer’s open nature contributes to a sense of grandeur. Two wingback chairs rest on either side of a small round table and provide an intimate seating arrangement.

To the left of the foyer is the home’s formal dining room. Here, an eight-foot wooden table is surrounded by six round-back dining chairs and bookended by two slipcovered armchairs.

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home is being able to have family and friends over for dinners and holidays,” says Ryan. “And this dining room is going to be great for that. We currently have eight place settings with plenty of space to move about the room, but we also have an extension that will let us seat several more people when needed.”

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and white wainscoting provides an airy and classic aesthetic.

Across the room on the opposite side of the foyer, several steps lead to a sunken room that serves as a catch-all for the Ambrosetti children. Primarily a school room, this area of the home is also used as a playroom, providing ample space for Bible study and arts and crafts.

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“Ryan was homeschooled growing up, so it was always in the back of our mind that homeschooling was something we wanted to explore with our children as they got older. Especially in the current environment, this room has been amazing to have,” says Amy. “Before, our school room was the kitchen table, and it worked, but there was always stuff every-

where. It really helps to have a dedicated space for learning.”

In this room, books and baskets of supplies are housed on the far wall, while a round table sits in the middle of the room and gives Reece and Adelaide ample space to complete assignments and projects. A narrow desk provides yet another workspace and is nestled up to a wall that

features a large magnetic whiteboard.

Red oak hardwood floors carry visitors further into the home to a formal living room. Here, the hand-me-downs that made up the majority of the Ambrosettis’ furniture while Ryan was completing medical school have been replaced with sophisticated pieces that encourage conversation.

“It was always in the back of our mind that homeschooling was something we wanted to explore with our children as they got older. Especially in the current environment, this room has been amazing to have.”

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A velvety gray sofa rests in front of a pyramid of windows that is outfitted with plantation shutters. In the center of the room, a marbletop coffee table sits just in front of a cozy brick fireplace that boasts a German schmear finish.

A thick wooden mantle and pops of gold add even more warmth to the room, and two slipcovered armchairs round out the space.

“I was a little worried that we wouldn’t use this room, but it’s turned out to be a place where we spend a lot of time,” says Amy. “I’ll have friends over and do Bible study in that room, and I’ll also sit in there and read to the kids or play board games with them.”

Adjacent to the formal sitting room is the home’s kitchen. With a double island, this room is a chef ’s paradise – especially for someone like Amy, who is a registered dietitian.

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White double-stacked upper cabinets run all the way to the ceiling and are carried around the room with matching lower cabinets.

One island features the same white paint and accommodates three cushioned wicker barstools, while the prep island is coated in the color Fog, which works to ground the space. A galley sink boasts a prep station, which makes preparing healthy meals a breeze.

“We didn’t want this space to be all white, so we made sure we had some stainless steel coming through,” adds Ryan.

Contributing to that sleek feel the Ambrosettis were aiming for are quartz countertops, a Wolf range, and a separated inset fridge and freezer. These appliances are bisected with a small space that features glass-front, cathedral mullion cabinets that reinforce the French country aesthetic.

Tucked across the room is a banquet where the family spends most of their mealtimes.

“I had a banquet in my home growing up, and I loved it,” says Amy. “The kids will wake up in the morning and come down with their blankies and want hot chocolate. I feel like we hang out here more because we have a comfy area, and it’s so convenient.”

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Just off of the formal living room is Ryan’s office. With blue-gray walls, this room marries an array of metals and woods with other materials, such as leather, for a distinctly masculine feel.

“We love that Nashville style, and I think there’s a lot of that reflected in this room,” explains Ryan.

This space located on the main floor allows Ryan the privacy he needs to work on special projects while also letting him be close to the action.

Just steps away from the kitchen and banquet area is another highly utilized area of the Ambrosetti home – the family room. A more casual version of the sitting room on the other side of the main floor, this room is where the family comes together to relax or watch movies.

While smaller in size, another fireplace with a German schmear finish provides a dose of warmth, and built-ins on both sides of the TV reflect the family’s personality and interest back into the room.

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“It’s been amazing to watch this house come to life,” says Amy. “We wanted a home that was beautiful, that our kids could use, and that we enjoyed, and that’s exactly what we’ve found.” CS

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THE DINGER HOME

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f you were to ask Teresa and Mike Dinger what their home looked like when they purchased it a decade ago, they would tell you it was reminiscent of Graceland. From saloon doors, sunken tubs, and steam rooms to the flocked, red velvety wallpaper that wrapped the foyer, the home presented a unique remodeling challenge. Still, the Dingers knew that this was the perfect spot to raise their two children.

“The home just had such good bones,” explains Teresa. “We love the flow of the house, and we made very little changes to the footprint.”

Today, the home still boasts a lot of the original craftsmanship that was incorporated when it was constructed in the late 1960s, but some of the more eclectic elements have been replaced with traditional trimmings that the Dingers find comfort in.

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The uniqueness of this hilltop home starts with the front exterior that’s made up not of traditional brick, but crushed marble. Four large columns frame the entryway and give the property a charming colonial aesthetic.

Detailed molding that surrounds a set of beveled glass French doors provides a nod to the craftsmanship that lies just ahead, and the broken pediment mimics one found in the home’s dining room.

Stepping through the threshold, an ornate foyer sets the stage for the rest of the home. Elegant and

original molding can be found capping windows, doors, and walls, and a curved staircase leads to the home’s second story. A faint floral embossed print rests just below a coat of bluish-gray paint and is repeated in the carpet covering the stair treads.

“I think I like a traditional style because it feels comfortable and classic,” explains Teresa. “There’s just something about this style, especially in the colder months, that’s cozy and heartwarming.”

White wainscoting wraps three of the foyer walls and complements the marble flooring, which features a beautiful swirl of grays and whites.

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The white wainscoting carries visitors through a small formal sitting room, which provides the perfect reprieve from everyday stressors, and into the formal dining room. With some of the best views in the house, this space easily accommodates eight with plenty of additional room.

“Sometimes for parties or holidays, we’ll add another table in here and spread everything out,” adds Mike. “We really enjoy entertaining, and I think that was another thing that led us to purchase this house. It’s got a phenomenal flow to it – we’ve had a party with upwards of 120 people, and it never felt cramped.”

One of the more distinctive features of the home is a recessed buffet boasting lower cabinetry that is perfect for storage, as well as mirrored walls that reflect light back into the room. A broken pediment, like the one seen on the home’s exterior, encapsulates the buffet and provides an extra dose of elegance.

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Passing through a quaint and convenient butler’s pantry takes guests to the home’s kitchen. Here, the cool blues seen throughout the rest of the home are traded for natural woods that work in tandem with a doublesided, stacked-stone fireplace to warm up the room.

Four barstools are nestled up to a raised bar center island that features granite countertops with

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an ogee edge detail. Lighter quartz countertops run along the kitchen’s perimeter and are a nice complement to the darker wooden cabinets that line the room.

In the far corner, a small desk area and bench seating allow friends or family members to be near the action without getting in the way.

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Walking around the stacked-stone fireplace to the other side, visitors find not one but two seating areas. In the first, a leather sectional surrounds a glass-top coffee table and looks out over the home’s back porch lined with a scenic view. The sectional is paired with two armchairs

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and matching ottomans that offer up added comfort with their proximity to the fireplace.

Just steps away, two leather armchairs and an oversized tufted cream-colored ottoman offer another seating configuration – this one primed for intimate conversation.

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Carrying on, the master suite sits at the front of the home and nearly completes the circular flow of the main level. The same bluish-gray tones found in the foyer and sitting room reappear and work to create a tranquil and soothing environment.

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“We swapped a few of them around, but most of the chandeliers you see are original to the home,” says Teresa. “Like with the trim, those were some of the things we worked really hard to salvage because they had so much history and character while still fitting that traditional style we like.”

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“We bought this house to be lived in – to be a comfortable home where we could make precious memories.”

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From the foyer, traveling down a spiral staircase takes visitors to the basement, which is focused on fun and family time. An area housing a pool and foosball table gives way to a living space with a large sectional and dark brick fireplace.

A bar at the far end of the room gives off a retro aesthetic with an impressive lineup of Coca-Cola memorabilia. An original vending machine dispenses ice-cold sodas, while a set of four red vinyl and chrome barstools evokes a sense of nostalgia.

“We always wanted to have a home where our kids could have fun and just be themselves. This space seemed to fit, and we haven’t changed it much even now that they’re older. It has sort of stood the test of time,” says Mike.

Just around the corner is a theater room decked out in fun cinema-themed décor. A basket with traditional movie theater candy provides a tasty snack and serves as inspiration for pillows that line the six comfortable theater chairs.

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Bethe Motlow wasn’t looking to leave her quaint brick home in Red Bank when she stumbled across a charming pre-1850s farmhouse outside of the city. One of Motlow’s friends who had been working on the house for decades showed her the property, which had sat vacant for years. Sale after sale had fallen through for someone to purchase the home, and when Motlow stepped foot on the property, she immediately felt guided to become the caretaker for the historical house.

“It’s funny, really; I loved my home in Red Bank, and for a year, I wondered if I had made the right decision,” says Motlow.

One afternoon when renovations were underway, Motlow was helping install an antique glass doorknob on a newly refurbished door that provided access to a newly created room.

“The handyman was trying to free the lock so the door could close,” explains Motlow. “At that time, I was in the habit of wearing a vintage key necklace as a reminder of the keys to our greatest endeavors that each of us hold. The handyman turned and said ‘Give me that key around your neck.’ Low and behold, it opened the lock – to a door that did not exist, to a house I did not own when I was first given the key. Since then, I have never been more certain of where I belonged.”

Situated on roughly eight acres, the stark white, two-story structure carries with it an essence of true Southern hospitality that is further accentuated by a barn and creek at the front of the property. Even from outside the home, visitors can get an innate sense of the character that lies just beyond the front door.

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Stepping into the foyer, Motlow’s eclectic style is immediately apparent. “When you walk into my home, I almost want you to be a bit thrown off as to what time period you’re in,” says Motlow.

“It’s like removing a veil or something. People come in, and it automatically brings their guard down. I want people to be able to connect and experience these pieces.”

Contributing to the oldworld charm in this space is an original telephone that hangs to the left and a mirror straight

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ahead that has been passed down for five generations. A branch emerges from behind a tabletop lamp and draws the eye upward while carrying with it the deep wood tones found in the room’s décor.

“I love to design with branches. To me, branches conjure and represent something positive,” explains Motlow. “Whether it’s a branch of a river, a branch of family lineage, or a tree branch like we have here, they are a reminder of how we reach out into the world.”

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Moving further into the home, visitors find themselves in the dining room. A modest oval table sits in the center of the room and accommodates four mismatched chairs. Another cedar branch rests overhead and adds visual interest to an heirloom globe chandelier.

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A bar sits in the far corner of the room and offers up libations in style.

Here, a gallery wall of historical family photos adds to the ambiance.

Warm hardwood high-sheen floors work to brighten the space and run past a set of original French doors and into the adjoining living room. Once again, a delicate balance of antique finds and family heirlooms commands the space.

“I come in this room a lot to read or just contemplate,” reflects Motlow. “I intentionally did not put any electronics in here because I wanted this to be a space where people could come talk and open up. I was very thoughtful about how this space is laid out.”

Traveling back through the dining room, guests enter the home’s kitchen, which features a lot of the same bones as it did when Motlow purchased the home.

“I take a bit of pride in being able to work with what is already existing, and that’s what I did with this room,” says Motlow. “I left the parts that were sound and functional and accented them with a mix of new pieces and heirlooms.”

Existing shaker-style cabinetry received a fresh coat of paint – gray for the lower cabinetry and cream for the upper cabinets. Solid surface countertops with an ogee edge detail were also present when Motlow purchased the home and are now complemented with a horizontal tile backsplash with a faint china-like pattern. Objects such as a vinyl clock, rotary phone, and stained-glass window maintain the charming and eclectic style found throughout the rest of the home.

“I like to marry new things with pieces that have history and a story to tell,” says Motlow. “I love it when people walk into a room and see something they connect to. They’ll say ‘Oh, my granddad used to have one of those’ or something, and it’s like these objects evoke a fond memory, bringing back a joyful time in that person’s life.”

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Stationed on the second story is the master suite, which was previously one elongated room that has been broken up into multiple rooms. An old wooden door slides to one side and provides access to the master bathroom, which features gray walls with white wainscoting.

“When I purchased this house, every room was a different color. We had green, burgundy, yellow, wallpaper – you name it,” says Motlow. “So, I really wanted to tone everything down and provide continuity throughout the home. I had gray walls in my prior home, and I was a huge fan. It’s such a nice neutral color that can go with everything.”

The gray walls tie in with an array of abstract, square tiles that cover the combination shower and tub, which is angled to provide the perfect view of the creek that meanders along the front yard. An irregular-shaped mirror hangs above a white vanity with furniture-style footing.

Around the corner from the bathroom, the master bedroom takes the same gray walls seen throughout much of the home and builds upon them with furnishings that offer a pop of red. A large oriental area rug grounds the space, and a tufted velvet wingback chair belonging to Motlow’s grandmother rests just in front of a large window.

Additional inherited treasures and unique finds dot the room and help uphold the legacy of Motlow’s family while honoring the past of this historical home. CS

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4 4/ ACCENT WITH TABLES “Coffee and cocktail tables can become a great focal point in living spaces – they offer the perfect finishing touch, and they can display any additional décor you have selected for your space.

Choose pieces with defining lines or soft curves that are timeless in design style.”

2/ PUNCTUATE WITH LIGHTING “Lighting is integral to any design, adding layers to transform your space. Sources for both natural and man-made lights are needed in your main living spaces. The power that light has to affect your perception will determine the overall comfort of the room.”

3/ DEFINE WITH RUGS “Define your room with rugs. Not only do they add warmth and comfort, rugs claim territory and bring the rest of your pieces into a cohesive balance. Sizing larger with a rug will always work to make your space look bigger.”

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4 1/ START WITH RECESSED LIGHTING “Lighting in layers is a must-have in every home. Recessed lighting should be placed for purpose, not just placed to look organized in the ceiling. Once you have your recessed lighting in place, you can layer lighting in any room with decorative fixtures.”

2/ MATCH EVERY STYLE - MODERN LIGHTING “Modern lanterns featuring a handsome beveled cage design make an elegant statement. Clean geometry creates a contemporary style with steel candles and candelabra bulbs encased in two glass options. These fixtures come in a variety of finishes, making them perfect for any style.”

3/ ADD DRAMA - ELEGANT CHANDELIERS “This luxurious, transitional five-light design has a radiant glow and exquisite attention to detail. Sparkling clear beaded strands, orbs, and droplets add depth and elegance to its graceful, curved frame, and etched details on its bobeche echo the look of its patterned canopy.”

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4/ MAKE A BIG IMPACT WITH MINIMAL LOOKS “The unique three-light bath bar has a simple, rustic style. It features little more than bare bulbs suspended from cords wrapped around the bar-shaped structure, but this minimal look makes a big impact! Bath bar lights are a classic choice for illuminating vanity mirrors in bathrooms big and small, though this fixture could be used in other wall-mounted applications as well.”

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1/ SET THE MOOD WITH LIGHTING “Light, and the control of it, is the utmost important feature for the feel of any space. Under-lit or over-lit spaces are mood killers. Seek to use many light sources: overhead, natural, task, and ambient lighting. Though light fixtures are gorgeous on their own, a cohesive lighting plan will accentuate all the wonderful finishes in your home.”

4/ START WITH SCALE “Inviting spaces radiate a feeling of proper scale that welcomes one immediately into the room. Starting with the size requirements prevents you from coming home with something you love but is too big or too small. We love this chair for its minimizing design, smaller size, comfort, and easy customization. It also looks timeless, don’t you think?”

2/ WELCOME GUESTS WITH A DRINK “As hosts, when entertaining, the best way to welcome any drop-in guest is with a readily available drink. Anywhere you can place a tray may serve as an instant bar. Keep your tray set with beautiful bar items and linens that will add layers of ‘pretty’ to your room. When guests are coming, throw a quick vase together or just lemons and limes.”

3/ PERSONALIZE WITH ART “As pioneer architect Le Corbusier said, ‘The home should be a treasure chest of living.’ The true jewelry of your home, art is like the right pair of earrings for an outfit. Whether a print, a family heirloom, or a highly sought-after artist, your art gives guests a hint of your family’s personality and dynamic.”

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2/ MARRY FUNCTION AND STYLE “Roman shades are the perfect marriage of function and style. They are particularly well-suited for kitchens, bathrooms, and playrooms, as well as for windows with furniture below the sill. With seemingly unlimited selections in fabric or natural woven materials, Roman shades often provide that special something that other window treatments just can’t.”

3/ DRESS UP THE OUTDOORS “Exterior shades are the ticket to making the most of your porch or patio. Weather resistant fabrics in a multitude of colors and weaves provide on-demand comfort and style. Whether you need relief from the sun, privacy from neighbors, shelter from golf balls, or reprieve from insects, exterior shades can do the trick.”

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4/ MAKE IT MODERN “Simple, versatile, easy to use and maintain - it’s no surprise that roller shades are a popular choice. Whether you dress them up or down or somewhere in between, you can achieve a perfect look for any space.

Roller shades’ discreet clean look makes them the perfect fit for modern contemporary styles, and they are exceptional when motorized and fully integrated into home automation.”

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2/ SHOW YOUR STYLE WITH RUGS “Rugs play a major role in the design of a room and can make a big impression. Regardless of whether you appreciate natural materials, such as jute and sisal, or love to make a bold statement with a patterned colorful design, there’s a rug for you! Rugs are versatile and a great opportunity to highlight your individualistic style.”

3/ PERSONALIZE WITH ANTIQUE PIECES “Add your personal flare with at least one aged piece of furniture per room - anything that is antique, handed down, collected, or worn (but loved) - and make it your own. These are the things that help make the first impression of your home a reflection of yourself and help tell your story.”

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4/ ADD LUXURY AND COLOR WITH PILLOWS “Just because throw pillows are one of the last things placed in the design process - they are certainly not least! Soft velvet is soothing to the touch and adds a luxurious element of style and texture, while the right hue of color can provide just the amount of contrast for your neutral sofa. I always love a reversible pillow for a mix of both options! “

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Graduation may have looked a little different this year, but that didn’t stop the class of 2020 from celebrating this major milestone. CityScope® magazine congratulates this year’s graduates on their perseverance, their tenacity, and their many accomplishments – both big and small. We wish you the best in all your future endeavors!

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Baylor School

Girls Preparatory School

Sophie Workinger, Zoe Ubamadu, Kiera Kyzer, Max Montague, Sabrina Francke, Kate King, and Leah Kessler

Riley Labbe

Boyd Buchanan School

Collegedale Academy

Aden Henke, Mallory Brown, Kailey Wilson, Hannah Ray, Rylee Dickert, and Zoe Pryor

Seth Courtad, Meg Ermer, Liam Mall, Daniel Kuhlman, Kayla Tull, and Carolina Smith

Chattanooga Christian School

Brainerd High School

Sarah McKenzie, Lynnea LeVan, Haley Cochran, and Tressie Chandler

Dearrion Price, Iyana Cartwright, Ahmad Robinson, and Amarah Robinson

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Grace Baptist Academy

Hixson High School

Will Johnston, Micah Love, Megan Long, Juliana Gonzales, Luke McArthur, Madison McDaniel, Holley Fulgham, Adam Havens, Katie Anne Henry, and Sam Griffey

Emma Reagan, Sydney Buckner, Suhani Patel, and Sarah Bargerstock

Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts

Cleveland High School

Raymundo Moncayo

Ruth Beeland and Abby Kate Fridell

Kevin Gomez

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Dalton High School

Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School

Heritage High School

Erie Stookey, Noah Haney, Jessica Clowers, and Kya Kyser

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Notre Dame High School

William Trowbridge, Addy Rustand, Prinav Siddamreddy, Courtlandt Buzzini, and Bennett Brock

Mason Jurka, Sloane Burgess, Freddie Ellis, Jenny Swope, and Caleb Harrigan

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McCallie School

Red Bank High School

Bailey Lee, Shannon Ledford, and LaNaja Bowens

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The Howard School

Leah Poole

Janiyah Welch and Latteria White

Silverdale Baptist Academy

Oakwood Christian Academy

Kael Jackson and Jannelle Bannor

Layla Rogers, Andrew Phillips, Katie Peters, Chase Lanham, Ethan Haney, Naoki Gilchrist, and Thomas Buckels

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Soddy Daisy High School

Ringgold High School

Katy Johnson, Arianna Harris, Amanda Casey, and Abby Knox

Shelby Cole, Hailey Collins, and Chloe Cook

Tennessee Christian Preparatory School

East Ridge High School

Emily Rominger, Luke Jones, Zeke Smith, Elijah King, Shauna Drinnon, Sam Conar, Sean Buckner, Setu Patel, Eli Jenkins, and Mason Taylor

Savanna Aymon, Michael Cooper, and Meaghan Hiu

Tyner Academy

St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School

Ka’leia Strickland, Caitlyn Sydnor, Ja’Cayla Strickland, and Mahogeny Smith

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Through dedication, hard work, and the pursuit of a common goal, these teams reached the top of their divisions. Congratulations!

SCHOOL

Boys Swimming (tie)

TISCA

Baylor

Combined Swimming

TISCA

Baylor

Girls Swimming

TISCA

Baylor

Wrestling Duals

DII

Baylor

Wrestling Traditional

DII

Cleveland

Wrestling Duals

Class AAA

Cleveland

Wrestling Traditional

Class AAA

Dalton

Boys Swimming and Diving

GA Class 6A

Gordon Lee

Cheerleading

GA Class A Public

Gordon Lee

Softball

GA Class A Public

Heritage

Dance

Class AAA-AAAA

Heritage

Softball

GA Class 4A

McCallie

Boys Cross Country

DII Class AA

McCallie

Football

DII Class AAA

McCallie

Boys Swimming (tie)

TISCA

Notre Dame

Boys Bowling

DII

Ringgold

Softball

GA Class 3A

Signal Mountain

Boys Cross Country

DI Small Class

Signal Mountain

Girls Cross Country

DI Small Class

Signal Mountain

Boys Golf

DI Small Class

Signal Mountain

Girls Soccer

DI Class A

McCallie Boys Cross Country

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Dalton Boys Swimming and Diving

Cleveland Wrestling

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TEAM/SPORT DIVISION

Baylor

McCallie Football

Baylor Combined Swimming

Heritage Softball

Notre Dame Boys Bowling

Signal Mountain Girls Soccer

McCallie Boys Swimming

Ringgold Softball

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Signal Mountain Boys and Girls Cross Country

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Signal Mountain Boys Golf

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Baylor Girls 200 Meter Freestyle Relay

McCallie Boys 400 Yard Freestyle Relay

McCallie Boys 200 Yard Medley Relay

McCallie Boys 200 Yard Freestyle Relay

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TEAM/SPORT

TEAM MEMBERS

Baylor

Girls 200 Meter Freestyle Relay

Jewel Gordon, Lydia Bohannon, Logan Watson-Brown, and Ellie Waldrep

McCallie

Boys 200 Yard Medley Relay

Sam Powe, Reece Gallagher, Kyle Berry, and Conor Kinley

McCallie

Boys 200 Yard Freestyle Relay

Conor Kinley, Strib Stribling, Reece Gallagher, and Will Jackson

McCallie

Boys 400 Yard Freestyle Relay

Will Jackson, Strib Stribling, Kyle Berry, and Same Powe

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Sources: www.tssaa.org, www.ghsa.net

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ATHLETE SCHOOL

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Caleb Uhorchuk, Signal Mountain

TITLE

Jackson Bond*

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 113 Ibs.

Nick Corday*

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 106 Ibs.

Garrison Dendy*

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 138 Ibs.

Connor Duffy*

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 182 Ibs.

David Harper*

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 195 Ibs.

Noah Horst

Baylor

Individual Wrestling 132 Ibs.

Ellie Waldrep

Baylor

100 Yard Butterfly (Swimming)

Edimo Ninteretse

CCS

Boys Cross Country

Ashton Davis

Cleveland

Individual Wrestling 220 Ibs.

Bentley Ellison

Cleveland

Individual Wrestling 106 Ibs.

Trae McDaniel

Cleveland

Individual Wrestling 126 Ibs.

Cole Hunt*

Dalton

Individual Wrestling 106 Ibs.

Hunter Noland*

Dalton

Individual Wresting 138 Ibs.

Parrish Pacetti

Hixson

Individual Wrestling 220 Ibs.

Gavin Cagle

McCallie

Individual Wrestling 170 Ibs.

James Howard

McCallie

Individual Wrestling 285 Ibs.

Will Jackson

McCallie

200 Yard Freestyle (Swimming)

Will Jackson

McCallie

500 Yard Freestyle (Swimming)

Sam Powe

McCallie

100 Yard Backstroke (Swimming)

Emory Taylor

McCallie

Individual Wrestling 126 Ibs.

Alex Whitworth

McCallie

Individual Wrestling 160 Ibs.

Caleb Uhorchuk

Signal Mountain

Individual Wrestling 106 Ibs.

Daniel Uhorchuk

Signal Mountain

Individual Wrestling 120 Ibs.

Sources: www.tssaa.org, www.ghsa.net

Ashton Davis, Cleveland

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Noah Horst, Baylor

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Ellie Waldrep, Baylor

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Photo by Diana Stevenson Photography

Daniel Uhorchuk, Signal Mountain

Bentley Ellison, Cleveland

Trae McDaniel, Cleveland

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Sam Powe, McCallie

Will Jackson, McCallie

Emory Taylor, McCallie

Gavin Cagle, McCallie

James Howard, McCallie

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Fall Fun SPECIAL SECTION

The leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping, and fall activities will soon be in full swing. Take advantage of this colorful season with all that the Scenic City has to offer – from cave tours and train rides to the arts, shopping, and unique cultural experiences. Your Fall Fun guide awaits!

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RO C K CIT Y This year-round destination is especially enchanting come autumn, when breathtaking fall foliage appears atop Lookout Mountain and the view below, which spans seven states. Specialty food and beverages will transport you to a cozy state of mind with treats like spiced apple cider funnel cakes, Bavarian pretzels, and warm apple pie à la mode. Themed photo stations and fall décor offer plenty of options for capturing a perfect family photo. Adding to the line-up of fun fall flavors is Café 7 and its array of harvest inspired dishes such as pumpkin soup, stuffed acorn squash, and butternut squash ravioli among others. Pair one of these seasonal dishes with spiced apple mimosas or a regional craft brew.

RU BY FA L L S There’s always something new to discover at Ruby Falls, home to the tallest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Guests descend 260 feet by elevator to reach the cavern trail filled with spectacular rock formations; at the end of the trail is the thundering waterfall! Before or after your tour, be sure to take in the view from the historic Lookout Mountain Tower for a picture-perfect vista of the Tennessee River and Cumberland Plateau. And don’t miss a fright-filled evening at Dread Hollow, located off-site on Browns Ferry Road! This Halloween tradition returns in 2020 with three new haunts and new escape room challenges.

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For the Adventurer

T ENNESSEE AQ UAR I U M

Soar through the treetops at Ruby Falls High Point Zip Adventure, where 700 feet of rushing ziplines await.

Guests can also conquer a 40-foot climbing tower with multiple routes of varying difficulty. Operating on Saturdays and Sundays through November, this attraction is located on scenic Lookout Mountain.

With two buildings to explore, the Tennessee Aquarium provides hours of fun for the whole family and is located right on the Chattanooga Riverfront. Check out exhibits dedicated to river otters, penguins, lemurs, jelly fish, tropical fish, and more while learning about the aquarium’s efforts to provide world-class care to every creature. Guests can upgrade their aquarium ticket to see sea turtles, manta rays, and Dwarf Minke whales on the giant IMAX screen through November.

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Travel back in time with a scenic autumn train ride at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. Experience the golden age of railroading with one of many excursions ranging in length from 1 to 5 hours. Perfect for that fall feeling, the Chickamauga Turn takes riders through the beautiful North Georgia mountains with its explosion of fall color to the quaint town of Chickamauga. A 90-minute layover provides plenty of time to explore local shops and the nearby Crawfish Spring park.

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For the Experience Seeker

C H AT TAN O O GA SK YDI VI N G C O MPANY

What better way to view the fall foliage than from 14,000 feet? Based in the gorgeous Sequatchie Valley, Chattanooga Skydiving Company provides world-class skydiving instruction to those seeking an adrenaline rush. After a short training session, participants will gear up before boarding the airplane and enjoying a scenic flight to altitude. Moments later, it’ll be time to make the jump with an experienced tandem instructor! Add a video and photo package to relive the memories for years to come.

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HIGH PO I N T C L I M B I N G AND FI T N E S S

Plan an outing to one of the country’s coolest climbing gyms – High Point Climbing and Fitness. With 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor climbing space, there’s something for everyone. From bouldering and sport climbing to the Kid Zone, climbers of all skill levels and ages will feel at home in the facility. You can even climb high above Broad Street on High Point’s outdoor climbing walls!

Guests can also take advantage of the gym’s cross-training offerings, including yoga classes and a weight room.

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For the past five years, Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery has been serving up hand-crafted bourbon on Chattanooga’s Southside. In fact, when it opened in March of 2015, it was the first distillery to craft whiskey in Chattanooga in over 100 years! Get a taste of the action by experiencing one of two offerings – a Traditional Tour & Tasting or a Whiskey Flight Tasting. Capacity is limited, so be sure to reserve a spot before you go!

FALL FUN

For the Explorer CHATTANOOGA ZOO

See what’s new at the Chattanooga Zoo! Giraffe feedings are now available and allow guests to get up close and personal with the zoo’s brandnew herd. Wild Encounters (a behind-the-scenes experience) and 30-minute Zoo Tours can also be reserved online. Of course, a general admission ticket gives access to the zoo grounds and all your favorite animals – from chimpanzees and leopards to the adorable red pandas. On Thursday nights in September, the zoo will stay open until 8 p.m. for Safari Nights.

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RACCOON MOUNTAIN CAVERNS & CAMPGROUND

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN FLIGHT PARK

Home to Tennessee’s highest rated cave, Raccoon Mountain Caverns & Campground invites guests to tour the cave system, pan for gemstones, and relax by a campfire on a cool evening this fall.

Open Tuesday through Sunday, Crystal Palace Walking Tours give access to some of the caverns’ 5.5 miles of underground passageways, including countless well-preserved natural formations; these tours may be booked by reservation only. Make it a weekend getaway and stay at one of Raccoon Mountain’s RV sites, camp sites, or cabin rentals.

Ride the fall breeze at Lookout Mountain Flight Park, which has been soaring high above the beautiful Lookout Valley for over 40 years. The park currently employs some of the world’s top hang gliding and paragliding instructors to help guests achieve their flying dreams. Book a tandem flight at 1,500 or 3,000 feet, or become a student at the Flight School to learn about piloting your own flight!

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For the Savvy Shopper

WAR E H OU SE ROW

Fill out your fall wardrobe at Warehouse Row, a 330,000-square-foot development housing Chattanooga’s finest retail options. A number of local and national stores – selling everything from stationery and home goods to jewelry, cosmetics, activewear, and more – are available for all your shopping needs. Need a break? Enjoy a cup of joe at Goodman Coffee, or, if running on an empty stomach, dine in at one of several dining establishments. W A R E H O U S E R O W . C O M

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NORTHSHORE MERCHANTS COLLECTIVE

Take in the hustle and bustle of downtown Chattanooga’s West Village, a premier destination for shopping, dining, and overnight accommodations. From upscale boutiques to a full-service floral design studio, shoppers have their pick of high-end gifts, apparel, and more. This fall, join West Village restaurants and cafés for seasonal dishes and cocktails unspired by the region’s changing colors.

Head to the iconic NorthShore for a little retail therapy.

More than 50 members strong, the NorthShore Merchants Collective is a mix of boutiques, restaurants, gift shops, galleries, and other businesses that bring this beloved neighborhood to life. Whether looking for unique local goods, a new art piece, specialty foods, or fine quality products from the best brands, you can count on the NorthShore to come through.

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FALL FUN

For the Museum Enthusiast

I NT ER N AT I O N AL TOWI N G MU SEU M

Plan a visit to the International Towing Museum for tow truck artifacts galore! The museum’s featured exhibits include the world’s fastest tow truck, a military tow truck, and a replica of the original tow truck. Visitors should also check out the Towing Hall of Fame, which commemorates outstanding members of the towing industry worldwide.

With 23 fully restored tow trucks and an operational Tator Tot mascot, there is fun for the whole family.

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H U N T E R M U S E UM O F A M E R I C A N A R T

Telling the stories of American art from the 1700s to the present day, the Hunter Museum of American Art houses a fascinating collection of paintings, photographs, sculpture, decorative arts, mixed media, and more. On view until January 10, 2021, special exhibit The F Word: We Mean Female! marks the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage with a display of incredible works by female artists. Don’t forget that the museum offers free admission to its permanent colllection and $5 admission to its special exhibits the first Thursday of every month from 4 until 8 p.m.!

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CREATIVE DISCOVERY MUSEUM

A visit to this renowned children’s museum is sure to delight. Explore Creative Discovery Museum’s permanent exhibits, which range from Make It – where kids can become innovators and engineers – to the Visual Arts Gallery – where guests are invited to design, sculpt, draw, and create.

Other exhibits feature large-scale excavation pits, water tables, musical instruments, simple machines, and more.

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For the Entertainment Seeker T HE I C E C R EAM SHOW

Ice cream isn’t just a warm-weather treat! At The Ice Cream Show, you’ll find more than 40 fresh ingredients – including cheesecake, brownies, fresh fruit, candies, and chocolate chip cookie dough – ready to be blended with your choice of vanilla or chocolate ice cream or frozen yogurt; with more than 17,000 possible combinations and sugar- and dairy-free options, there’s a flavor for every palate. Gourmet coffee, hot chocolate, and hot tea are also available for those craving something warm on a breezy fall evening.

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C H AT TAN OOGA C H O O C H O O

A one-stop-shop for fall fun, the Chattanooga Choo Choo offers a music and comedy venue, a distillery, retail stores, full-service restaurants, and more! What was once the former Terminal Station has maintained its charm with authentic Pullman train cars that provide unique overnight accommodations and a fun-filled escape room experience. Enjoy cooler weather in the Glenn Miller Gardens or visit nearby Station Street for even more activities and entertainment.

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STATION STREET

Cool down this fall by enjoying a craft cocktail at one of the many establishments along Station Street – Chattanooga’s only open container street.

With gourmet food offerings too, many of the restaurants and bars that line this lively cooridor feature spacious outdoor seating and live music.

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Perfect Pairings Café 7 at Rock City Canyon Grill Events with Taste FEED Co. Table & Tavern Fiamma Pizza Company Food Works La Cabriole French Restaurant Longhorn Restaurant Lupi’s Pizza Pies NoogaBop Rodizio Grill SideTrack Totto Sushi & Grill

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TOTTO SUSHI & GRILL Deep fried pork cutlet served with egg, scallion, and onion topped with a homemade Katsudon Sauce

330 Frazier Avenue, Suite 124 423.508.8898 Tottonooga.com

BEEF GYOZA

Steamed beef served with cabbage, carrot, scallion, onion, garlic, sesame oil, and wheat dough

Open for Dine In and Carry Out. Dinner Delivered (423) 634-8899 www.tottonooga.com facebook.com/tottosushiandgrill 330 Frazier Avenue Suite 124 (423) 508-8898

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KATSUDON

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SEAFOOD TOFU SOUP

NOOGABOP

2100 Hamilton Place Boulevard #303 423.826.8282 noogabop.com

Shrimp, squid, clams, onion, zucchini, tofu, chili flakes, sesame oil, and garlic

BIBIMBAP RICE BOWL

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Rice topped with beef, Fernbrake, bean sprouts, spinach, cucumber, zucchini, carrots, scallions, sesame oil, Korean red chili paste, and egg

Now Open!

Restaurant quality food at food court prices

HAMILTON PLACE FOOD COURT

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LUPI’S PIZZA PIES Downtown, Hixson, East Brainerd, Ooltewah, and Cleveland lupi.com

LOCAL SEASONAL CRAFT BEER

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LASAGNA

Homemade meaty or veggie lasagna, served with warm bread

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RODIZIO GRILL 2100 Hamilton Place Boulevard #201 423.498.3999 rodiziogrill.com

BACON BRITTLE BRAZILIAN CREAM

BACON FEST

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Top sirloin served with creamy cheese and bacon potatoes, lemon kale salad, bacon-wrapped applewood ham, and glazed pineapple

COME CELEBRATE WITH US!

SPACE FOR LARGE AND PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE Special Offerings for Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve.

Hamilton Place Mall: (423) 498-3999 rodiziogrill.com

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FOOD WORKS

CHATTANOOGA BUCK

Chattanooga Whiskey, muddled strawberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters, topped with ginger beer

205-C Manufacturers Road 423.752.7487 foodworksrestaurant.com

PEACH BBQ PORK CHOP

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12 oz. bone-in pork chop with peach BBQ sauce, topped with grilled peaches and served over sautéed garlic spinach

Now Seating Our New Dining Deck F O R O N - S I T E & O F F - S I T E C AT E R I N G , V I S I T F O O DWO R K S C AT E R I N G C H AT TA N O O G A .CO M

205-C Manufacturers Road ~ foodworksrestaurant.com ~ 423-752-7487 Serving Lunch & Dinner Seven Days a Week Open Daily at 11 A.M. Brunch Served Saturday Until 4

Classic Drinks & Comfort Food

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CAFÉ 7 INSIDE ROCK CITY 1400 Patten Road 706.820.2531 seerockcity.com/café-7

PUMPKIN PIE CRISP À LA MODE

BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI Photo by Rich Smith

Served with a sage brown butter sauce and garnished with walnuts, cranberries, and Parmesan

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LONGHORN RESTAURANT BELGIAN WAFFLE

129 North Market Street 423.265.2354 thelonghornrestaurant.net

MORNING BREAKFAST PLATE

Two eggs served over easy with two sausage patties and hash browns

LONGHORN R E S TA U R A N T

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTES! WINNER OF OVER 15 CITYSCOPE ® READERS’ CHOICE DINING AWARDS

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Topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries

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EVENTS WITH TASTE 423.508.8023 ewtcaters.com

GREEK SALAD

Red bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, fresh herbs, red onions, olives, and feta cheese

ASSORTED SANDWICH BUFFET

Photo by Sarah Unger, Maycreate

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BUSINESS MEETING? EAT YOUR HEART OUT! It’s not business as usual. Let us cater your next project kick-off or business conference.

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FEED CO. TABLE & TAVERN 201 West Main Street 423.708.8500 feedtableandtavern.com

FEED CO. TABLE & TAVERN 201 West Main Street 423.708.8500 feedtableandtavern.com

HARVEST RIBEYE

10 oz. Center Cut Pork Chop Served with green apple chow chow, buttermilk whipped potatoes, and whiskey glazed carrots

3914 ST. ELMO AVE. 201 WEST MAIN ST.

423.485.3050

423.708.8500

9469 BRADMORE LN STE 101

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Served with radishes with green tops, rainbow carrots, and tri-colored new potatoes basted in bagna-cauda butter

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JOSH CABERNET SAUVIGNON

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CANYON GRILL 28 Scenic Highway, Rising Fawn, GA 706.398.9510 canyongrill.com

ARUGULA SALAD

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Tossed in white balsamic vinaigrette with local goat cheese crumbles and beets

HICKORY-GRILLED HALIBUT

Served with tomato crudo, fresh basil, and grilled beets

Since 1996, we’ve offered a daily menu to allow us to offer only the most premium, quality seafood —

Visit CanyonGrill.com to make Reservations & See What We’re Serving Tonight

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FIAMMA PIZZA COMPANY 405 North Market Street 423.713.7742 fiammapizzacompany.com

QUEEN MARGARITA

MARGHERITA PIZZA

Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and fresh basil

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Espolòn Tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and agave

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SIDETRACK 3514 Hixson Pike 423.414.2690 sidetrackhere.com

THE SURE THING

El Jimador Blanco, lime, agave, and orange Curaรงao

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SALSA VERDE 1/2 CHICKEN

Wood-roasted oven chicken topped with fresh herbs, garlic, Castelvetrano olive, and lemon

sugarsribs.com

boathousechattanooga.com 423-622-0122

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423-826-1199

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1341 Burgess Road 423.821.0350 lacabrioleusa.com

WILD MUSHROOM VELOUTÉ

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ROSEMARY THYME GRILLED QUAIL

with figs and truffle sauce

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LA CABRIOLE FRENCH RESTAURANT

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BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT:

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Downtown:______________________________________________ Southside:______________________________________________ NorthShore:_____________________________________________ Brainerd:________________________________________________ Cleveland:_______________________________________________ East Ridge: ______________________________________________ Hamilton Place Area: _____________________________________ Hixson: _________________________________________________ Ooltewah: _______________________________________________ Red Bank: _______________________________________________

READER’S CHOICE

BEST

BEST SPECIALTY CUISINE

Chinese: ________________________________________________ Contemporary American: _________________________________ French: _________________________________________________ Indian: _________________________________________________ Italian: _________________________________________________ Japanese: ______________________________________________ Mexican/Tex-Mex (Local): _________________________________ Mexican/Tex-Mex (Natl. Chain): _____________________________ Thai:____________________________________________________ Other: __________________________________________________ (Spanish, German, Middle-Eastern, Etc.)

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BEST SPECIFIC FOODS & DRINKS

Appetizers: _____________________________________________ Barbecue: ______________________________________________ Beer List: _______________________________________________ Burrito: _________________________________________________ Coffee House: ___________________________________________ Cocktails: _______________________________________________ Dessert: ________________________________________________ Fried Chicken: ___________________________________________ Hamburger: _____________________________________________ Hot Dog: ________________________________________________ Meat and Three: _________________________________________ Pasta: __________________________________________________ Pizza (Local): ____________________________________________ Pizza (Natl. Chain): _______________________________________ Seafood: _______________________________________________ Steak: __________________________________________________ Sushi: __________________________________________________ Vegetarian/Vegan: _______________________________________ Wine List: _______________________________________________

B A L L O T

Try some of Chattanooga’s newest dining establishments or revisit familiar favorites – then tell us what you think! When you send us your vote, you’ll be eligible to win a FREE DINNER FOR TWO at the 2020 “Best Overall Restaurant.” Results will be published in the Winter 2020 issue of CityScope® magazine and on Facebook and Instagram.

BEST TIME OF DAY

Breakfast (Local): ________________________________________ Breakfast (Natl. Chain): ____________________________________ Late-Night Bite: __________________________________________ Power Lunch: ___________________________________________ Sunday Brunch: _________________________________________ BEST MISCELLANEOUS

New:___________________________________________________ (Opened August 2019 or Later) Most Romantic: __________________________________________ Most Knowledgeable Service: ______________________________ Place To Take The Whole Family:____________________________ Best Deal For Your Buck:___________________________________ Old Time Favorite:________________________________________ Favorite Place To Take Out-Of-Town Guests:__________________

RULES • • • • •

The ballot must include your name, email, and telephone number.

No restaurants are to be listed more than three times on each ballot.

Enter at least five different restaurants across all categories.

No more than one entry per person; all duplicate ballots will be disqualified.

All votes must be received by October 16, 2020.

Vote online at cityscopemag.com or mail this ballot to: NAME:____________________________________ PHONE NUMBER: _________________

502 Hamilton Ave.

EMAIL:_________________________________________________________________________

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WORKING IN THE CITY VELO COFFEE ROASTERS

A Roaster’s Revelation

BY CHRISTINA CANNON PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICH SMITH

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f you were to ask Andrew Gage if he always wanted to own his own business, you would likely get a resounding no. When he changed his major to entrepreneurship during his sophomore year at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, he didn’t do it to carry out a long-standing dream of starting a business. Instead, he thought a business degree would be his ticket out of school.

“I honestly switched my major thinking that it might help me graduate a little quicker,” explains Andrew. “But what I really gained from that program was the confidence to go out and do my own thing.” And that wasn’t all. It was through his time at UTC that Andrew met Jessica – his now wife and business partner at Velo Coffee Roasters.

Throughout college, Andrew and Jessica worked a myriad of jobs that would ultimately prepare them for their future in the specialty coffee industry.

“I had the opportunity to work in several different coffee shops throughout Chattanooga while I was in college, and I also learned to roast under a couple of different people,” explains Andrew.

“I enjoyed making drinks and serving customers, but it wasn’t until I learned to roast that I got hooked on specialty coffee. Roasting suited me well, and I liked that there was always something new to learn and build on.”

Three years after graduating and just two years after getting hitched, Jessica and Andrew launched Velo Coffee Roasters, a wholesale roastery, in the spring of 2010. Within months, the company had moved from its home in the Business Development Center to its current location at 509 East Main Street.

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“The process offers endless opportunities to learn and improve, and it’s our hope that we can one day become an informational hub for the community.”

JESSICA GAGE

The following years saw a flurry of change for the Gages and for the company.

Velo Coffee Roasters was welcomed with open arms by the Chattanooga community.

“It didn’t take long for us to make it into stores, groceries, and restaurants,” says Jessica. “It was a lot of work, and our days were full of sheer hustle and constant pitches, but we also just came along at a great time when the local market was ready for a change.”

Even with business booming, the Gages knew there was a missing piece to the puzzle. It took over a year, but they were finally able to create a retail offering complete with a coffee bar and space for a few guests – something that had been in the

works since Velo’s inception. In the early days, the coffee bar offered nothing more than pour overs and iced coffee, and the store was only open 20 hours a week.

“We juggled a lot back then in order to open the few hours we could. For the first couple of years, I worked two and three jobs at a time just so we could exist,” says Andrew. “Since those days, we’ve slowly added hours and menu items to showcase the coffee we roast in-house.”

Fast forward half a decade and Velo has even more offerings. In 2019, the company launched its first-ever subscription service – something Andrew notes has been crucial during the current environment of limited in-person shopping and dining.

As far as what’s in store for Velo Coffee Roasters, the Gages hope to eventually open an educational facility at their current location where the public can participate in classes, workshops, and lectures about specialty coffee.

“Roasting is a fairly simple process that requires rudimentary machines, but there is a ton of nuance just below the surface,” says Jessica. “The process offers endless opportunities to learn and improve, and it’s our hope that we can one day become an informational hub for the community.”

Roasting courses, espresso classes, and open cuppings/tastings are all in the works and aim to create awareness and positively contribute to the specialty coffee industry at a variety of supply chain levels.

“At the end of the day, roasting coffee is, and always has been, at the heart of what we do,” says Andrew. “Ultimately, I started Velo for the opportunity to do what I love without limits on creativity, and that’s something I want to share with the rest of Chattanooga.” CS

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TOAST OF THE TOWN

Harvest-Inspired Hosting Whether you are looking forward to building a fire with friends or perusing a pumpkin patch, autumn is just around the corner. As cooler air ushers with it a host of fall flavors, you may be wondering exactly how to spice up your entertainment offerings. Look no further – these sophisticated spirits and wondrous wines are sure to make for some delightful seasonal sipping.

COPPOLA’S SOFIA BRUT ROSÉ

CROWN ROYAL REGAL APPLE Bright yet balanced, Crown Royal’s Regal Apple whiskey offers up a crisp apple flavor with the perfect hint of spice. A slightly tart first impression gives way to notes of caramel, resulting in optimum sweetness and a smooth finish. Pair this full-bodied spirit with flavors such as cranberry, maple, cider, or cinnamon for a delicious drink.

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Light in texture but not in flavor, this creamy rosé is a delicate blend of pinot noir and chardonnay. Floral scents feature a hint of spice and kumquat, while the flavor marries strawberries, cherries, and red currants. A crisp effervescence and mild natural acidity culminate in a long, sparkling finish.

CHAT TANOOGA WHISKEY 99 RYE An impressive lineup of specialty malts and grains comes together to create Chattanooga Whiskey’s rye offering. Complex in character and distinctly rich, this whiskey is aged in charred oak barrels for over three years. With savory and sweet notes of candied fruit, herbs, and spice, this wonderful whiskey won’t disappoint.

SONOMA-CUTRER SONOMA COAST CHARDONNAY This charming wine offers up the best of both worlds with fruity flavors and seasonal spices. Nectarine, white peach, and melon are complemented with hints of vanilla, toasted nuts, and butterscotch. A subtle clove spice undertone further brings out the flavors of fall in this silky, medium-bodied wine.

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“There is something in the autumn that is native to my blood — Touch of manner, hint of mood; And my heart is like a rhyme, With the yellow and the purple and the crimson keeping time.”

– Bliss Carman

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