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Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, July 29 to Friday, August 5. 

Friday and Saturday, July 29-30

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang"

When: 8-10:30 p.m. 
Where: Signal Mountain Playhouse, Corner of Rolling Way & James Blvd., Signal Mountain, TN 
Cost: $5-15

Signal Mountain Playhouse presents "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" featuring a cast of veteran actors who have graced many stages in the region. Shows are in the Signal Mountain Playhouse Amphitheater at 8 p.m. Door opens at 6 p.m. for ticket sales and lawn chair placement. Tickets are $5 for children ages 12 and younger, $15 for everyone ages 13 and older. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit smph.org.

August 3-15

Semi-Annual Book…

Nathan Torgerson of The Torgerson Team at Keller Williams Realty was named one of America’s most productive sales associates as a part of REAL Trends America’s Best Real Estate Agents, the newly issued ranking report produced by REAL Trends and sponsored by Zillow Group.

He is now a member of the “America’s Best Real Estate Agents,” and ranked number 68 for the state of Tennessee. Torgerson is one of only eight Chattanooga realtors to receive this recognition.

“I am honored to be named on this ranking of the country’s top residential real estate agents,” says Nathan Torgerson. “It represents the time and effort that we put into each client that we serve and how much work it takes to build a successful real estate career.” REAL Trends America’s…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, July 22 to Friday, July 29.

July 22-24

Godspell

When: Specific times available on the website
Where: The Colonnade Center, 264 Catoosa Circle
Cost: $13-17

Based on the Gospel according to Matthew, Godspell is a modern version of the story of Jesus. With a cast of 10 actors, several well-known parables are dramatized to tell the story of a group of people who come together and form a community committed to Jesus and ready to go forth sharing all they have learned. Featuring much loved songs such as "Day by Day" and "Turn Back, O Man", the audience is led on a musical journey inspired by Jesus's message of kindness, tolerance and love. For more information or…

Your offer might have been accepted, but don’t clink your champagne glasses just yet! It’s exciting to become a home owner, but every house will have it’s issues. 

The prospect may seem daunting at first, but a home inspection is a necessary evil to make sure you know all of the home’s problems up front. You may even be able to negotiate that the seller cover the cost of some of the repairs. 

Here’s everything you need to know about home inspections:

1. Here’s what home inspectors cover:

A home inspector will look through a house with a fine-toothed comb to point out any issues there might be. Some of the things they check include:

• Indoor electrical systems
• Heating and cooling systems
• Leaky plumbing
• Structural…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, July 15 to Friday, July 22.

Opening tonight!

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

When: Fridays and Saturdays in July from 8-10:30 p.m.
Where: Signal Mountain Playhouse, Corner of Rolling Way & James Blvd. Signal Mountain, TN 37377 
Cost: $5-15

Signal Mountain Playhouse presents "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" directed by Allan Ledford and choreographed by David Wood, with musical direction by Michael Huseman. The cast features veteran actors who have graced many stages in the region. Door opens at 6 p.m. for ticket sales and lawn chair placement. Handicapped parking available. Tickets are $5 for children ages 12 and younger, $15 for everyone ages 13 and older. For more…

First impressions mean a lot when it comes to a home. Whether you’re looking to sell or just want to make your home appear more inviting to guests, check out these small changes that can make a big difference…without breaking the bank!

1. Be bold with door color

Don’t be afraid to express yourself with a unique door color. A pop of yellow, teal or robin’s egg blue can be just the small touch your home needs to stand out. If these colors go a bit too far out of your comfort zone, try a classic glossy red or a deep navy. 

2. Replace door hardware

If you’re already repainting, why not go for the gold. Doorknobs get scratched by keys and worn by weather, and that can take away from the overall appearance of your entry. It’s a small change, but…

Check out our list of upcoming Chattanooga area events happening locally from Friday, July 8 to Friday, July 15.

Saturday, July 9

Movies in the Park

When: 9-11 p.m.
Where: Coolidge Park, 200 River Street
Cost: Free

Pack up your chairs, blankets and picnic baskets and get ready to watch a movie under the stars. Movies in the Park returns to Coolidge Park each Saturday in the month of July beginning July 9 and will feature a family-friendly box office hit. The movie starts just after sundown, and concessions will be available for purchase. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent.

Each Thursday-Sunday

Horse and Carriage Rides

When: Every Thursday-Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3.30 p.m.
Where: Reflection Riding Arboretum…

Looking for Chattanooga area Fourth of July celebrations? Check out our top five event picks for food, fireworks and fun! 

Sunday, July 3

Pops on the River

When: 5-11:45 p.m.
Where: Coolidge Park, 200 River Street
Cost: Free

Don’t miss this annual celebration of Independence Day which includes a free concert by the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Orchestra. The performance, showcasing a spectrum of patriotic and traditional tunes as well as music from some of America's most influential composers, is followed by a fireworks finale over the Tennessee River. Blankets, lawn chairs and picnic basket meals are welcome. A variety of food, beer and non-alcoholic drink concessions will be available on site. Be sure to save your spot early as many people…