Mocs win again at home Nov 5, 2009
After a disastrous start, which included two early turnovers, the Mocs were able to ride the arm of B.J. Coleman, a sophomore from Chattanooga, and the feet, hands and toes of fifth-year senior Blue Cooper, from Rome, Ga. to a come-from-behind win. (The University Echo, TN)
Chattanooga celebrates Head of the Hooch Nov 4, 2009
There's an exciting event being held in Chattanooga over the upcoming weekend that you might want to catch ... The rowing regatta is free to watch with the best viewing from the pedestrian-only Walnut Street Bridge or Ross's Landing on downtown Chattanooga's Riverfront ... If you go, don't miss the Chattanooga Market, the region s largest authentic outdoor local food and artistry market on Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
UAB Softball Announces 2010 Slate Nov 4, 2009
The Blazers also play midweek non-conference doubleheaders against 2009 NCAA Regional qualifier Chattanooga (April 14), Kennesaw State (March 2) and Troy (April 27). . (Uabsports.com)
8-1No Matter How You Look At It Nov 2, 2009
Two of Florida s wins: Charleston Southern, Troy with Florida International yet to be played Three of LSU s wins: Washington (0-12 in 08), Louisiana-Lafayette, Tulane, with Louisiana Tech yet to be played Two of Alabama s wins: Florida International, North Texas, with Chattanooga yet to be played Florida 8-0 against no one. Georgia lost to Oklahoma State who couldn t stay on the field with Texas, and lost to Houston who lost to UTEP, and Tennessee (4-4) who couldn t beat UCLA (3-5) at home. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tigers Open Exhibition Play Nov 2, 2009
Missouri opens play on the 2009-10 season on Friday against Truman State. Mizzou hosts Truman State on Friday. (Mutigers.com)
Western Carolina Travels to Chattanooga Looking to Snap 14-Game SoCon Road Slide Nov 1, 2009
Cullowhee, N.C. - Following its longest home stand of the 2009 season, the Western Carolina Catamount football team hits the road this Saturday, Oct. 31 to face the Chattanooga Mocs in Southern Conference action at 2:00 pm at Finley Stadium / Davenport Field on Halloween afternoon ... The Catamounts have dropped 14-consecutive SoCon road games dating back to the 2005 season, last winning in league play away from home at Chattanooga on Oct. 22, 2005 (38-20) ... Chattanooga will be holding its... (Catamountsports.com)
Gators roll over Dawgs to stay at No. 1 Oct 31, 2009
Fl played Troy, Charleston Southern and will play FIU, and big deal win over Ms St. Bama played FIU, North Texas and upcoming Chattanooga. The two teams do not even play each other in regular season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Theres No Crying in Football! Oct 31, 2009
In fact, Bama has FIU, North Texas and upcoming Chattanooga ... if these teams could learn to do what Fl and Bama do, play FIU twice, North Texas, Chattanooga, Troy, Charleston Southern, maybe they could fool a few more of those who vote on the rankings give the SEC teams all crowns. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Soccer Looks To Secure SoCon Tournament Berth Against Chattanooga Thursday Oct 30, 2009
- The Samford University soccer team will compete in its final match of the 2009 regular season Thursday as the Bulldogs travel northeast to Chattanooga, Tenn. for a Southern Conference contest against the Chattanooga Lady Mocs ... With a win against Chattanooga (7-7-1, 2-7-1 SoCon), Samford could finish as high as second place in the final SoCon standings. (Samfordsports.com)
Cryptid North American Errant Kanga... Oct 30, 2009
A story about a Tennessee Killer Kangaroo, written by South Pittsburg correspondent Horace A. Minnis, appeared in the Chattanooga Times. In January 1934, a phantom kangaroo was reported to have killed several animals. (Suite101.com)
Volleyball team sinks in SoCon Oct 30, 2009
The Chattanooga volleyball team has dropped to 3-8 in Southern Conference play, winning only one out of five since fall break ... The one thing that has been consistent in Chattanooga volleyball matches is that they will be quick, and the winner will be determined after the first set ... Despite eight kills from Chattanooga sophomore Laura Brock and at least one kill from every starter except the freshman libero Paula Passmore, from Meritt Island, Fla. (The University Echo, TN)
Louisville Rowing Juniors and Seniors Defeat Alumnae at Red-Black Day Oct 25, 2009
The Cardinals will next compete on Nov. 7 at the Head of the Hooch Regatta in Chattanooga, Tenn. Contact the Cardinals Ticket Office. (Uoflsports.com)
Western Carolina Women's Soccer Travels to Palmetto State Oct 24, 2009
Before Sunday's loss, Furman shut out Southern Conference opponents Chattanooga (1-0) and Georgia Southern (2-0). Furman is led by sophomore forward Martha Hall, who has 19 total points (9 goals and 1 assist) in 15 contests. (Catamountsports.com)
What's coming next week in travel Oct 23, 2009
UST-CHATTANOOGA:MCT-Hanging out in and around Chattanooga, Tenn. 1150 by Mary Ann Anderson. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
From killing fields to fields of dreams Oct 22, 2009
In the Philippines, they found a sponsor through the US Embassy and arrived in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in May 1983. "We couldn't even pronounce Tennessee. And we thought America must be near France because you had to take a plane to both of them," he says. (Asia Times Online)
Georgia Tech beats Hokies in an ACC classic Oct 18, 2009
Fleischman in Chattanooga ... Fleischmann in Chattanooga (do you like the margarine or cream cheese ... Can t base that assumption on your being in Chattanooga because that town isn t exactly Big Orange Country at any rate, it takes more than one game to own someone. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Women's Golf Prepares for the Mercedes-Benz Women's Collegiate Championships Oct 16, 2009
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz Women's Collegiate Championships Field (with Golfstat ranking): LSU (7), Ohio State (9), Florida (12), Chattanooga (17), Tennessee (18), Wake Forest (19), Tulane (20), Louisville (22), South Carolina (24), Furman (32), TCU (36), Kent State (43), Notre Dame (50), Arkansas (53), NC State (60), Ole Miss (72), UTSA (78), Kentucky (82). Contact the Cardinals Ticket Office. (Uoflsports.com)
Bob Hooper Named SoCon Special Teams Player Of The Week Oct 15, 2009
2 yards per punt Saturday against Chattanooga ... SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Samford junior punter was named the Southern Conference's Special Teams Player of the Week for his outstanding performance in Saturday's game against Chattanooga when the league released its weekly honors on Monday ... Hooper placed two kicks inside the Chattanooga 20-yard line, including one that was downed inside the Mocs' one-yard line. (Samfordsports.com)
Ghosts, goblins and more fall fun Oct 13, 2009
The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is hosting "Thrills, Gills and Chills" special events in October. Now's your chance. (CNN)
PACs let some live high life Oct 13, 2009
Nathan Deal, a Gainesville Republican who s running for governor, spent about $10,000 for an event last year at a golf course in Chattanooga through his Red Rooster Leadership PAC, records show. Included in the expenses was $4,700 for photographs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Golfers Stumble to 12th Place at Brickyard Collegiate Oct 11, 2009
They lead Chattanooga and Virginia Commonwealth, each at 3-over 291, by nine strokes ... TEAM STANDINGS Augusta State 282 (-6) Chattanooga 291 Virginia Commonwealth 291 Clemson 293 LSU 293 North Florida 293 Mississippi 294 Florida State 296 Virginia Tech 296 Penn State 296 Charlotte 297 Georgia Tech 298 Mercer 299 Georgia 300 Michigan 312 ... INDIVIDUAL LEADERS Kevin Foley, Penn State 69 (-3) John-Tyler Griffin* 69 Lanto Griffin, VCU 69 Russell Henley, Georgia 69 Mikey Moyers, Virginia Tech 69... (Ramblinwreck.com)
Football Falls To Chattanooga, 14-7 Oct 11, 2009
Bryce Smith led the Samford defense with 11 tackles against Chattanooga ... - The Samford football team fell at home for the first time in the 2009 season in a 14-7 setback to Chattanooga in a Southern Conference showdown Saturday afternoon at Seibert Stadium ... Chattanooga improves to 4-1 overall and 2-1 in league play. (Samfordsports.com)
Hadley leads Golfers into Brickyard Collegiate Oct 10, 2009
Also competing are No. 29 Augusta State, No. 24 Chattanooga, No. 59 Charlotte, No. 56 Clemson, No. 39 Georgia, No. 45 LSU, No. 51 Penn State, No. 38 VCU and No. 49 Virginia Tech. "We've played well down there, though we haven't won, and I expect we will again," said head coach , whose Yellow Jackets finished second last year and third in the inaugural event the year before. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Mocs set for conference test against Samford Oct 8, 2009
With a 3-1 record, the Chattanooga Mocs football team is off to its best start since the 1997 season ... Mocs' sophomore quarterback and Chattanooga native B.J. Coleman said he is excited about the upcoming contest but knows going on the road in conference is always tough. (The University Echo, TN)
Soccer To Play Host To Appalachian State on Sunday Oct 5, 2009
Appalachian State will look to rebound from a heartbreaking 2-1 overtime loss against Chattanooga on Friday. During the overtime period, Chattanooga's Becca Smith scored her second goal of the night three minutes into the frame when she headed a ball from Donna-Kay Henry past Caroline Clarke for the game-winner. (Samfordsports.com)
Clemson Excels at the Head of the Broad Oct 5, 2009
Clemson will travel to Chattanooga, TN on November 7 to compete in the Head of the Hooch to close out the fall season. Head of the Broad Results. (Clemsontigers.com)
Alleged rape on campus leaves students worried Oct 1, 2009
Jones, of Chattanooga, was arraigned and released on bond Monday. According to a report by ETSU Public Safety, Jones, who is not an ETSU student, had attended The Fray concert Sunday night with the roommate of the student who claims she was raped. (East Tennessean, TN)
Western Carolina Men's and Women's Basketball Featured in SportSouth TV Games in 2009-10 Sep 30, 2009
Both clubs match up with Chattanooga ... Both teams will be facing off against rival Chattanooga ... On January 16, Western Carolina's women's basketball team will travel to Chattanooga in a match-up between the two perennial powers in the Southern Conference. (Catamountsports.com)
Silva Leads Golf To Title Sep 30, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
Golf Team In Nashville for Mason Rudolph Intercollegiate Sep 26, 2009
The 11th-ranked Yellow Jackets, coming off a third-place finish at the Carpet Capital Collegiate two weekends ago, are part of a 17-team field that includes Akron, Arkansas State, Belmont, Davidson, LSU, Memphis, Middle Tennessee State, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Notre Dane, South Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee-Chattanooga, Tennessee-Martin, Vanderbilt and Western Carolina ... " Tech has typically played in the Golfweek Preview Invitational during this week, which is usually played at... (Ramblinwreck.com)
UGA looks to continue nonconference tradition Sep 26, 2009
" What's the rest of the SEC doing? ; Alabama: Virginia Tech, Florida International, North Texas, Chattanooga. ; Arkansas: Missouri State, Texas A&M, Eastern Michigan, Troy. ; Auburn: Louisiana Tech, West Virginia, Ball State, Furman. ; Florida: Charleston Southern, Troy, Florida International, Florida State. ; Georgia: Oklahoma State, Arizona State, Tennessee Tech, Georgia Tech. ; Kentucky: Miami (Ohio), Louisville, Louisiana-Monroe, Eastern Kentucky. ; LSU: Washington, Louisiana-Lafayette,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ghost tours of the Southeast Sep 25, 2009
Chattanooga Ghost Tours. Learn about Chattanooga s ghosts and folklore ... ChattanoogaGhostTours. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Rain pools, creates traffic problems Sep 24, 2009
Inclement weather has slowed down traffic in Chattanooga recently, and flooded many parts of surrounding roads and UTC parking lots ... Chattanooga is not known for its rainfall and it does not look as though its soil is holding up too well ... "In order for the campus to close due to flooding, a significant number of the streets in a widespread portion of the Chattanooga region and especially those close to campus would have to be deemed unsafe by highway safety officials," Assistant Vice... (The University Echo, TN)
Fall foliage in the Midwest, from $45 a night Sep 23, 2009
from $200 per room per nightThe includes accommodations at the Holiday Inn Chattanooga Choo Choo, breakfast and dinner daily, tickets to the and the hourlong (a $27 value), complimentary Centennial glasses, and a Glenn Miller CD. The ride in a historic railcar is a neat way to see the Tennessee foliage. Rates start at $200 per room per night. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Deadly Southern Floods Claim 9 Lives Sep 23, 2009
man drowned beneath a pond's rain-soaked bank, while a Chattanooga, Tenn. man has been missing two days after attempting to swim the moving waters near his house. (ABC News)
Beyond New England Sep 23, 2009
Idaho, Missouri, Chattanooga, Oregon, Illinois all offer autumn at its best ... Chattanooga, TennesseeEnjoy colorful foliage in Tennessee's Chattanooga region, which offers a wealth of outdoor opportunities for visitors ... Those seeking a scenic drive shouldn't miss the Cherohala Skyway, which winds its way up some 5,400 feet into the mountains of eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina; this spectacular drive makes a perfect day trip from Chattanooga. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Heavy Rain Swamps Southeast Sep 22, 2009
(September 21, 2009)--A man who was swept away by floodwater in Chattanooga was presumed to have drowned as heavy rain and thunderstorms spawned flood warnings from eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina into north Georgia, including the Atlanta area. In Chattanooga, WRCB-TV said rescuers found two men clinging to a chain-link fence in fast-moving water late Sunday. (KWTX.com, TX)
Men's Golf 2009-10 Outlook Sep 18, 2009
It all leads up to the NCAA Championship on May 24-29, 2010, which is being played this year at The Honors Course in Chattanooga, Tenn. That is the same course on which the Sun Devils captured the national championship in 1996. (Thesundevils.com)
UNI sets wrestling schedule Sep 18, 2009
Feb. 4 at Oklahoma State, 7 p.m.; Feb. 6 at Chattanooga, 2 p.m.; Feb. 12 at Northern Illinois, 7 p.m.; Feb. 14 North Dakota State, 7 p.m.; Feb. 21 Air Force, 2 p.m.. March 6 - at NCAA West Regional, Brookings, S.D.; March 18-20 - at NCAA Tournament, Omaha, Neb. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Bulldogs' Defense Listed Among Nation's Elite Sep 16, 2009
The Bulldogs have outscored their opponents 8-0 in five matches and join an elite group that also includes Boston College, Chattanooga, Marshall and South Carolina ... 24-0 scoring edge Chattanooga (4-0-0) ... Chattanooga (14-0 scoring. (Samfordsports.com)
Dear Neighbors to the North: We are ignoring your progress Sep 15, 2009
Tennessee, you already have cities like Chattanooga that are creating walkable downtowns. You already started a new commuter rail line in Nashville in 2006. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
ROAD TEST: Monarch Football Travels To Jacksonville Sep 15, 2009
Oct. 16, 1982 (2nd); Ryan Weeks, Tennessee Tech vs. Chattanooga, Sept. 9, 1989 (2nd). Hareza is currently tied for third nationally in field goals. (Odusports.com)
ODU Announces MBB Schedule With CAA Dates Sep 15, 2009
The complete Tournament field includes Longwood, Bethune-Cookman, Chattanooga, Texas Pan American, Mississippi State, Richmond, Missouri and ODU.. ODU will also host non-conference games against Marshall on Nov. 21, Mt. St. Mary's on Dec. 8, Charlotte on Dec. 23 and Duquesne on Dec. 30. (Odusports.com)
Lady Mocs close in on SEC foes Sep 10, 2009
When the brackets were released, Chattanooga was the only non-SEC team in the championship bracket ... In the final match of the tournament, Chattanooga faced the University of South Carolina - the original No. 2 seed - for seventh place ... Chattanooga will face 17 other teams, including the University of California, Oklahoma State University, and Ohio State University. (The University Echo, TN)
Basketball team travels north of the border Sep 10, 2009
Returning to Chattanooga. There is nothing good about returning to school. (The University Echo, TN)
TAKE TWO: Football Monarchs Host Virginia Union Saturday Sep 9, 2009
Oct. 16, 1982 (2nd); Ryan Weeks, Tennessee Tech vs. Chattanooga, Sept. 9, 1989 (2nd). . (Odusports.com)
Delta Connection carriers, AirTran in back of on-time pack Sep 9, 2009
They included flights to Atlanta from Omaha; Knoxville; Charleston, S.C.; Greenville, S.C.; Newark; and Chattanooga; and flights from Atlanta to New York s LaGuardia Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport. Delta also had the industry s longest tarmac delay during the month, with a flight from New York s John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland, Ore. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Tony Barnhart's blog Sep 4, 2009
Fleischman in Chattanooga. September 3rd, 20099:50 am. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Now in the role of Louisiana-Monroe: Georgia State? Sep 3, 2009
yeah, how about FIU, North Texas and Chattanooga in 2009. No telling what 4 powerhouses you have scheduled for next year to go with Penn State. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ministry lunches delight Sep 3, 2009
The organizations offering these lunch deals include the Baptist Collegiate Ministry and The House: University Ministries of Chattanooga ... Jordan Jackson, a graduate student from Chattanooga and the coordinator of the Baptist Collegiate Ministry lunch program, said that the proceeds collected are used to fund the two mission trips that the organization takes each year ... Returning to Chattanooga. (The University Echo, TN)
Ex-GSO police chief Wray hired by TSA Sep 1, 2009
He joined TSA in April 2008 as federal security director for McGhee Tyson, Chattanooga Metropolitan and Tri-Cities Regional airports in Tennessee. Wray was with the Greensboro police department for 25 years, serving as police chief for three years before resigning in 2006, after former City Manager Mitchell Johnson locked him out of his office amid controversy in the department. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
New local road opens to traffic Aug 30, 2009
Today the Rev. Gettys pastors an 1,100 member church near Chattanooga, Tenn. Though there are no Gettys in the Hartford City phone book there are plenty in the area cemeteries and a Blackford County history book printed in the 1980s lists 14. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Lockhart: Econ. stabilizing, recovery slow Aug 27, 2009
President and CEO Dennis P. Lockhart told the Chattanooga [Tenn ... The last time I was here I delivered a speech to the Rotary Club of Chattanooga in late March of 2008. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
`Dogs Gear up for 2009-10 Season,... Aug 26, 2009
Teams competing, with their respective conference, include East Tennessee State (Atlantic 10), Oklahoma State (Big 12),Portland State (Big Sky), Coastal Carolina (Big South), Ohio State (Big Ten), UC-Irvine (Big West), Georgia State (Colonial), SMU (Conference USA), Harvard (Ivy League), Ball State (Mid-American), Drake (MVC), UNLV (Mountain West), Jacksonville State (Ohio valley), Cal (Pac 10), Chattanooga (Southern), Oral Roberts (Summit League), Fresno State (WAC) and Pepperdine (WCC). During... (Gobulldogs.com)
Museum Displays Office Furniture As Art Aug 26, 2009
-- Hunter Museum of American Art, Chattanooga, Tenn. -- San Francisco Museum of Craft + Design. (KCRA 3, CA)
We got Marlins, We got Smoltz, We got Minor Aug 22, 2009
Hated that I couldn t catch Mike Minor s debut last night, but will be in Rome tonight to see the farmhands take on Charleston before catching Phillip Wellman s Mississippi bunch in Chattanooga ... come to Chattanooga, or are you gone for the day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Black College football: Playoffs or Classics? Aug 19, 2009
Who really cares about a championship game played in Florence Al. or Chattanooga Tn. that will probally be played in the cold, rain or cold and rain. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SEC primed to produce another BCS champ Aug 16, 2009
MOST EMBARRASSING GAME: Chattanooga at Alabama, Nov. 21. Chattanooga was 1-11 last season and has won a combined six games in the past three seasons. (Georgia Sports -- Rivals.com)
One-tank trip: Chickamauga Aug 15, 2009
Officially named for Chickamauga and Chattanooga, the battlefield was one of the first national military parks in the country, formed in 1890 to preserve the land on which the Confederates and Union forces vied for control of the South ... Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, 3370 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe; 706-866-9211; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, free admission. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Chattanooga wine weekend $529 for two Aug 14, 2009
Autumn's the perfect time to head north to Chattanooga for a weekend of few tourists, cooler temps, and one cool not-to-miss event ... Chattanooga's AAA Four Diamond-rated upscale hotel, offers an exceptional weekend package for wine lovers ... The hotel's "Wine Over Water Weekend" package includes deluxe accommodations on Sept. 25-26; two tickets to the exclusive "Best Cellars" reserve wine tasting event at The Chattanoogan; two tickets to the 15th Annual Wine Over Water Festival that features... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
JETBLUE offers all-you-can-fly plan for $599... Aug 14, 2009
CNN's Ali Velshi stops in Chattanooga to ask residents about their top health care concerns. Can a conservative small business lobby unite with liberals to save the U.S. health-care system. (The Drudge Report)
Southern League mark tied by Colvin Aug 9, 2009
The clubs finished Friday's games tied for second place in the Southern League's North Division, two games behind first place Chattanooga. Colvin and Poythress could square off against each other in the final series of the regular season when the Smokies travel to West Tenn for a five-game series Sept. 3-7. (The Augusta Chronicle)
AARP: Follow the World's Longest Yard Sale Alongside Highway 127 Aug 6, 2009
The good news is that the first 93 miles of the yard sale runs along Lookout Mountain Parkway, from Gadsden, Alabama, through a small section of Georgia and into Chattanooga, Tennessee ... Although Lookout Mountain Parkway doesn't quite go through Chattanooga, it's worth stopping in the city for a few hours or overnight ... Downtown Chattanooga has 2,000 hotel rooms and even three downtown bed and breakfasts. (Kentucky Post)
Decisions ahead for folk fest Aug 5, 2009
have continued on without NCTA's help, and others, such as Chattanooga, Tenn. didn't keep going with an annual fest after its three years were up. (Montana Standard, MT)
Tech-Notre Dame at the Georgia Dome? Jul 21, 2009
Got 12 Saban tried so hard that he scheduled Chattanooga, North Texas, and Florida International. That was a really another stupid statement you made, again. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
