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Haley Bartlett

City Editor

Haley Bartlett is a journalist based in Chattanooga, Tennessee who has written for publications such as the LA Canyon News and Chattanooga Times Free Press. She loves reading in coffee shops and finding funky home decor in thrift stores.

Clothes on a rack
Culture
Thrift your NYE look from the racks of local stores
Looking to match the theme at a party this year? Thrift your outfit with us.
December 18, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Overview of Downtown Chattanooga showing Coolidge Park and the trees that span toward the mountain
City
Chattanooga officially applies to be a National Park City
The city has completed a major step in the process of being recognized as the nation’s first-ever National Park City — let’s look at the journey.
December 16, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Common House NYE
Culture
25 parties for 2025 on New Year’s Eve in Chattanooga
Celebrate the end of another year and new beginnings at these local happenings around Chattanooga on New Year’s Eve.
December 16, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
2024 predictions bingo card — top row: "Temps hit 100 in June," "Dolly Parton concert announced," + "City Cafe reopens on Broad Street in May, second row: "Featured on a best food list," "free space," + "Walnut Street bridge repairs get delayed until 2025" third row: "Nominated for a Best Bathroom award," "I-24 interchange construction is complete," + "Your bestie subscribes to NOOGAtoday"
Culture
Answered: Our readers’ 2024 predictions
We asked, you answered. Here’s what locals thought would happen this year — and how those predictions turned out.
December 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Inside of The Space Store showing NASA apparel like T-shirts and hats and an astronaut outfit.
Business
The Space Store brings out-of-this-world shopping to Chattanooga
The biggest e-commerce retailer for space merchandise in the world has opened up its first brick-and-mortar, right here in the Scenic City.
December 12, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
The inside of a darkly lit bar with black leather barstools and a dark wood bar, with disco balls and holiday themed decorations.
Food
Getting in the spirit: Holiday bar pop-ups around Chattanooga
From full menu takeovers to seasonal touches, grab your coat for this merry bar crawl.
December 10, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
City Editor Haley feeding and petting a red panda
Culture
Try This: A wild encounter at the Chattanooga Zoo
Get up close to some of your favorite animals at the zoo — like a red panda, porcupine, or anteater.
December 6, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
A home interior with a brick fireplace in the middle of the room separating the living room and kitchen space
Real Estate
Real estate round up: Chattanooga homes with cozy fireplaces
We’re taking you on a virtual tour to some of the market’s coziest + warmest corners.
December 4, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
The Reading Room card showing an alligator in a bottle with a book
Business
Introducing The Reading Room, Chattanooga’s newest bar + bookstore
Looking to shop used books while sipping on a cocktail? We’ve got just the place for you.
December 2, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
A black chalk board street sign that reads Make Music Day
Culture
Stamp your passport for Chattanooga’s first Make Music Winter
The folks behind Make Music Chattanooga are bringing 21 days of live entertainment this season.
November 27, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
WStoday: West 5th St. neighborhood, Winston-Salem
City
Asked: What is your favorite street in Winston-Salem?
We want to hear about what you think the most lively streets in the city are — from the businesses you can frequent to the night life.
November 22, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Nighttime at Ruby Falls, decorated with twinkle lights and a sight of Santa flying in the sky.
Events
5+ things to do the weekend after Thanksgiving in Chattanooga
Let us help you transition from one holiday to the next with these fun events.
November 22, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | Helen road trip
Travel and Outdoors
Quick trips from Chattanooga to take this holiday season
We’re highlighting two getaways in Georgia that make for perfect holiday trips for all Chattanoogans.
November 20, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
NOOGAtoday | A lot of Christmas trees in Southside
Travel and Outdoors
10+ places to Christmas tree shop in Chattanooga
Whether you like to have your tree up the first week of November or the last, it’s about to be opening day these local spots — come pick out your evergreens with us.
November 20, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
White townhomes exteriors
Real Estate
Mapleleaf Realco to build boutique communities in Chattanooga
Let us introduce you to this new development company and how they plan to redefine commercial real estate in the Scenic City.
November 18, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Christmas trees decorated in a park by sponsors
Culture
See downtown Chattanooga become a Festive Forest
Miller Park, just in time for the festive season, will become its own little winter wonderland.
November 18, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Two people in front of a mural that is painted in bright colors like blues, pinks, purples, yellows, and more.
Culture
Answered: What is your favorite street in Chattanooga
We asked our readers to help us find our own Times Square — here are the top three answers + how to best spend your time street side.
November 14, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Brown teddy bears with green and pink ribbon bows holding a Hits 96 Teddy Bear Bonanza sign
Events
Join the Teddy Bear Bonanza with Hits 96
This local radio station is bringing back its annual teddy bear drive to benefit the Children’s Hospital at Erlanger and The Salvation Army of Chattanooga.
November 14, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Basketball players huddled around the coach in a timeout session on the court wearing white jerseys that say "Strike" on it.
Sports
Newest on the court of local sports: Chattanooga Strike
The Scenic City is now a part of the historic American Basketball Association — meet the team.
November 12, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Chattanooga Choo Choo train ornament on a tree with decorations
Culture
City of Chattanooga unveils 2024 ornament
Spotlight your love for the Scenic City by picking up the official ornament of this holiday season — supporting HART Gallery.
November 8, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "NOOGAtoday's 2024 Gift Guide."
Culture
NOOGAtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 7, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Exterior of a motel with bright yellow chairs and palm trees and a mural with pastel colors of blue, orange, pinks, and yellows.
Travel and Outdoors
Enjoy a stay at The Groovy Nomad motel
Book a room at this renovated 1950s motel in nearby Trenton, GA.
November 6, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Fall trees and a war monument in a park
Events
3 ways to commemorate Veterans Day in Chattanooga
Veterans Day will be observed on Monday, Nov. 11 + we’re rounding up ways to celebrate and commemorate locals who have served in the US military.
November 6, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Sunset over a city and river
City
Chattanooga donates city-owned land for affordable housing
In partnership with Chattanooga Land Bank Authority, the city is donating seven vacant lots to be developed, providing affordable housing.
November 4, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
People all sitting at long tables eating a Thanksgiving meal together under a banner that says "Gratefull"
Food
Community luncheon Gratefull returns for 2024
We have officially entered the season of Thanksgiving — fill your plate with community and gratefulness.
November 4, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
A market inside of a house on a street with colorful red leaves around fall time as it pans to the rest of the street.
Culture
Asked: What is your favorite street in Chattanooga?
We want to hear about what you think the most lively streets in the city are — from the businesses you can frequent to the night life.
October 31, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
State of Confusion drinks
Food
November Charity Month at three local restaurants
The SquareUp Foundation will launch a charity month at its restaurants to give back to the Chattanooga community.
October 30, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Editor Haley at a farmers market with flowers
Culture
City Editor Haley’s 26 favorite things in Chattanooga
To celebrate her 26th birthday, City Editor Haley wanted to share her 26 favorite things in Chattanooga — from food to hidden gems.
October 29, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
Replica of the Pinta ship in the water
Culture
Explore a replica of the 15th century Pinta
A floating museum has set sail and docked on Chattanooga’s riverfront — get a historical look inside one of the ships Columbus traveled on.
October 29, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
An aerial of a city's downtown area showing the streets and buildings
City
Weigh in on the draft of Plan Chattanooga
The City of Chattanooga has released the drafted vision of the first-ever citywide framework plan + you’re invited to provide feedback.
October 25, 2024
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Haley Bartlett
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