Blog Archives

Meet the Presidents Student presidents are a voice for their classmates, influence positive change, and are a role model for their student body community, while also tackling classes, sports, and extracurricular activities. We’re proud to feature many of our local schools’ student body presidents, elected by their peers to lead their schools and uphold community […]

The History of the Walnut Street Bridge     Dear Hamilton, The Walnut Street Bridge is one of my favorite spots in Chattanooga. I love taking walks across the bridge all year-round, and its views of the river and the city simply can’t be beat! It’s no doubt a historic structure, but I was wondering […]

Local High School Championship Athletes Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, these athletes worked hard and played hard to come out on top of their divisions. We congratulate these talented teams and individuals on their state championship wins!   State Champions not pictured: Bradley Central – Girls’ Basketball – Class 4A Team Champions Bradley Central – […]

CityScope® magazine is proud to share photos from local high schools’ graduation ceremonies. These high-achieving students will go on many different paths, with some attending colleges and universities, entering the workforce, attending trade school, and more. Congratulations to the class of 2024!  

Sculpture Fields at Montague Park   Dear Hamilton, I recently moved to Chattanooga’s Southside neighborhood and while exploring, stumbled upon a park with towering art installations. What can you tell me about this park and how it became home to so many sculptures? Sincerely, Admiring Art at the Park

Working in the City By Gray Bennett | Photography by David and Drew Photography Collective Clothing, known for its one-of-a-kind vintage clothing and accessories, is celebrating 15 years in business. In addition to collaborations with popular films and TV series such as “Stranger Things,” the Chattanooga store continues to be a welcoming, creative space for […]

Celebrated Students These graduates have accomplished incredible things and enjoyed great successes since their high school years. Their talents and passions have taken them to the country’s most prestigious universities, across the globe, and in some cases, right back to the Scenic City.  So what’s putting them on the map? Read about it here.

Dear Hamilton, Growing up, I always noticed barns on the side of the highway painted with advertisements for Rock City. I came across one of these barns while on the road the other day and it was a pleasant surprise to see it still standing, not to mention nostalgic. I’m curious how many of these […]

Southern etiquette is ingrained in many of us from childhood, but being a Southerner is about far more than knowing which fork to use at a dinner party. Here, we asked our resident Southern woman, Cynthia, to chime in and answer some questions about modern etiquette. Read on for expert advice on everything from splitting […]

Kin Traditions that Stand the Test of Time Traditions and roots grow strong in Southern culture, as families honor the legacies of those before them and pass down values to the next generations. From time-honored traditions held for years to new ones they’ve created with chosen family, six locals share how their traditions shape their […]