David Floyd
Times Free Press
Chattanooga, TN, United States
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Chattanooga mentorship efforts among programs funded by city's federal dollars
At a repurposed fire station at 1600 Central Ave., some of Chattanooga's most disadvantaged youth find outlets in various activities: They build birdhouses in the wood shop, grow tomatoes in a nearby garden and learn how to box in the gym. → Read More
Chattanooga seeks community input to shape next generation of parks
It's been 14 years since Chattanooga last rolled out a plan for its park system, and as the need for outdoor amenities grows, city leaders are seeking public input as they draft a new master plan to guide park development for years to come. → Read More
Why isn't Treece seeking reelection to Johnson City BOE? 'Nasty politics'
When Michelle Treece ran for the Johnson City Board of Education in 2018, she intended to serve just one term. → Read More
Johnson City Schools nears completion of five-year plan
Fostering a safe school environment, satisfying the academic needs of students and maintaining competitive pay. → Read More
Hot chicken restaurant opening in downtown Johnson City
When Jeff Pike sold Mid City Grill in 2019, it wasn’t long before he began to feel restless. → Read More
COLUMN: My car still has some life in it
The changes were subtle. → Read More
How safe is the John Sevier Center?
Human waste in the stairwell. → Read More
Mandy Peterson: The student became the teacher at Cherokee Elementary School
Mandy Peterson, a fourth-grade language arts teacher, loves Cherokee Elementary School. → Read More
Johnson City seeks artists for two more mural projects
Residents could see a total of four murals go up this summer in various spots around Johnson City. → Read More
Johnson City Commission may authorize issuance of new debt
Johnson City commissioners could soon authorize an initial bond resolution to fund upcoming capital projects. → Read More
'I miss the mountains': Why one remote worker moved back to Johnson City
Tom Roberts grew up in Johnson City and always knew he wanted to eventually retire here. → Read More
Consultant presents ideas for new Johnson City park at Keefauver Farm
A pollinator garden, a fishing dock, playgrounds, a dog park and plenty of green space and walking trails. → Read More
Peruvian restaurant Brassa 51 opens in Johnson City
Four handmade stars hang over the bar at Brassa 51, a new Peruvian restaurant that recently opened in Johnson City. → Read More
Johnson City seeking artists for another downtown mural
Johnson City is accepting submissions from artists interested in painting another mural in the downtown area. → Read More
Johnson City readied for change in 2021
In retrospect, Johnson City residents could see 2021 as a year of transition. → Read More
Mirroring local trends, Johnson City Schools sees COVID cases increase
The total number of Johnson City students and faculty with COVID-19 has more than tripled since the end of November. → Read More
Johnson City Schools developing new five year plan
Where does Johnson City Schools see itself in five years? The system wants your help answering that question. → Read More
Johnson City MTPO wants to identify gaps in local transit system
Local transit officials are seeking public input on existing gaps in the regional transportation system. → Read More
Johnson City considering pay increase to handle bus driver shortage
Johnson City might increase pay for school bus drivers to alleviate an ongoing shortage. → Read More
With $100k from Johnson City, chamber looks to retain young professionals
Mayor Joe Wise notes that Johnson City’s population has a distinguishable gap in the age range around 22-39. → Read More