Mountain Happenings

Mountain Happenings Your go-to guide for everything happening on and around Lookout Mountain—events, eats, adventures. The crossroads of Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee.

Mountain Happenings - Discover the heartbeat of Lookout Mountain. Our mission is to provide information to the community while supporting existing business, promoting positive economic development and tourism, while preserving our community’s natural resources and enhancing our community’s character, natural resources and quality of life.

Happy Saturday! What are your plans for today?
06/20/2026

Happy Saturday! What are your plans for today?

The McLemore Club was proud to welcome women golfers from across the region for our annual Women’s Invitational. What an...
06/19/2026

The McLemore Club was proud to welcome women golfers from across the region for our annual Women’s Invitational. What an incredible event it was—two days filled with outstanding golf, new friendships, laughter, and unforgettable memories on the mountain.

Congratulations to all of our champions and flight winners:

Stroke Play Overall Champions
Amanda Miller (Big Spring Lake Golf Club) & Donna Lowen (Hampton Cove Golf Club)

Stroke Play – Championship Flight Winners
Lisa Jones (Gunter’s Landing Golf Club) & Cym Doggett (Gunter’s Landing Golf Club)

Stableford Overall Champions
Lynne Smith (Hillwood Country Club) & Kathy Stumb (Belle Meade Country Club)

Stableford Flight 1 Winners
Patty Jones (Chattanooga Golf & Country Club) & Hazel Davis (Chattanooga Golf & Country Club)

Stableford Flight 2 Winners
Tenna Minwell (The Ooltewah Club) & Donyale Getz (The Ooltewah Club)

Stableford Flight 3 Winners
Kelli Schwind (McLemore Club) & Cindi Aldrich (McLemore Club)

Please join us in congratulating these talented women on their outstanding accomplishments. We encourage you to share this post so these champions and their home clubs receive the recognition they deserve.

A special thank-you goes to Brandon Arnold and the entire McLemore team for delivering a first-class event. Their hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to hospitality helped make this one of the premier women’s tournaments in the region.

To all who participated, thank you for making this event such a success. We look forward to welcoming both returning players and new competitors next year for another unforgettable Women’s Invitational at McLemore Club!

Week 3 of the “Show Us Where Your Mountain Happenings Koozie Travels!” Contest!Your Adventure Could Win You a $100 Ameri...
06/16/2026

Week 3 of the “Show Us Where Your Mountain Happenings Koozie Travels!” Contest!

Your Adventure Could Win You a $100 American Express Gift Card!

We've already had some great submissions. Keep them coming!

Getting entered is easy:

Snap a photo of your Mountain Happenings Koozie at your favorite destination—whether it’s across the country or right here close to home. Enter as often as you like.
Then:
Send your photo to us via Messenger
OR
Tag us in your post or story on Facebook or Instagram

We’ll be featuring our favorite photos on our social pages, so get creative and show us where you go!

How to win:
The photo with the most likes (or hearts) takes home the prize—so be sure to share your post and rally your friends!

Don’t have a koozie yet?
No problem—just message us on Facebook and we’ll send you a FREE Mountain Happenings Koozie so you can join the fun.

Adventure awaits… let’s see where life takes you!

We're looking for a gift card sponsor for this exciting four-month contest!
This is a great opportunity to put your business in front of our audience through ongoing contest promotions and community engagement. Your business will be highlighted throughout the duration of the contest, giving you valuable visibility and exposure. Interested in becoming our sponsor? Send us a message via Messenger for details!

Contest open to U.S. No purchase necessary. Ends 9/30/26.

Not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

A Summer Sunday Worth Savoring If you love Bloody Marys, local flavor, and supporting a great cause, make plans to visit...
06/12/2026

A Summer Sunday Worth Savoring

If you love Bloody Marys, local flavor, and supporting a great cause, make plans to visit the Chattanooga Market this Sunday.

For one afternoon only, six local restaurants and venues will go head-to-head, each serving their own signature Bloody Mary creation. From spicy and savory to bold and unexpected, you'll have the chance to sample them all and discover your favorite.

A $15 tasting ticket includes samples from all six participants, and non-alcoholic versions are available for those who prefer to skip the spirits.

What makes this event even better? Every ticket purchased helps support Friends of Finley and their efforts to enhance the Pavilion with new programmable lighting, creating an even more vibrant experience for future community events.

While you're there, enjoy live music from Shani Palmer and Chattanooguys, browse local vendors, and soak up one of Chattanooga's favorite Sunday traditions.

Featured Participants:
Southside Social
Whiskey Cowgirl
Hotel Indigo
The Upper Bank
Fifty Fifty Wine Bar
The Daily Ration

Whether you're a Bloody Mary enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend a summer afternoon, this is an event worth raising a glass to.

Top Tomato Festival - Chattanooga Market
Sunday, June 7th
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
First Horizon Pavillion

Life on Lookout Mountain never gets old! We are incredibly blessed to call Lookout Mountain home. The breathtaking views...
06/11/2026

Life on Lookout Mountain never gets old!

We are incredibly blessed to call Lookout Mountain home. The breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings, and close-knit community make it a truly special place to live.

One of the things that makes mountain life so interesting is that you never know who—or what—you might run into! A recent unexpected visitor was a very large bear making an appearance on a local property. Talk about a memorable neighbor sighting!

A big thank you to Julia Vaughn for sharing these amazing photos with us. They serve as a great reminder that when you live on Lookout Mountain, nature is never far away.

Have you spotted any wildlife in your neighborhood lately? Share your stories in the comments!

We Found Your Next Great Read!The McLemore Book Club met last night to discuss Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, and the ver...
06/11/2026

We Found Your Next Great Read!

The McLemore Book Club met last night to discuss Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, and the verdict was unanimous: A+!

If you're looking for a heartwarming, thought-provoking book that stays with you long after you turn the last page, this is it. Several members said it was one of the best books they’ve read in years. It's the kind of story that makes you slow down, pay attention, and see the people around you a little differently. You may even find yourself looking more closely into the eyes of those you know—and those you meet for the first time.

Have you read Theo of Golden? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Your review might inspire someone else to pick up this outstanding book.

We're also tagging Allen Levi in hopes that, by some happy miracle, he sees this post and sends a note back to the McLemore Book Club. We want him to know that we are eagerly awaiting the release of Ellen of Golden!

Thank you, Mr. Levi, for writing such a profound and memorable story. And a special thank-you to Jenny Hopkins for leading such a thoughtful and engaging book club discussion. Great books are even better when shared with good friends and a wonderful leader. What a wonderful read—and a wonderful evening!

Turning 65 and feeling overwhelmed by all the Medicare options? You're not alone. Medicare can be confusing, but help is...
06/10/2026

Turning 65 and feeling overwhelmed by all the Medicare options? You're not alone. Medicare can be confusing, but help is closer than you think.

If you're looking for guidance you can trust, reach out to Solutions to Medicare. Local Medicare broker Sherry Rose takes the time to provide personalized, one-on-one service to help you find the plan that best fits your needs.

Sherry's hands-on approach includes reviewing your doctors, medications, healthcare needs, and coverage options so you can make informed decisions with confidence. Best of all, she doesn't disappear after enrollment—she remains a resource and advocate, helping you navigate Medicare every step of the way.

And here's something many people don't realize: there is no cost for her services.

Sherry was highly recommended by a Mountain Happenings follower, and after working with her myself, I can confidently pass that recommendation along. She made the entire Medicare process simple, stress-free, and easy to understand.

If Medicare is on your horizon, give Sherry a call. You'll be glad you did. Tell her you found her on Mountain Happenings.

Solutions to Medicare
102 E Patton St
LaFayette, GA
(706) 638-0034

Or

200 Evitt Parkway
Ringgold, GA

Week 2 of the “Show Us Where Your Mountain Happenings Koozie Travels!” Contest!Your Adventure Could Win You a $100 Ameri...
06/09/2026

Week 2 of the “Show Us Where Your Mountain Happenings Koozie Travels!” Contest!

Your Adventure Could Win You a $100 American Express Gift Card!

We've already had some great submissions.

Getting entered is easy:
Snap a photo of your Mountain Happenings Koozie at your favorite destination—whether it’s across the country or right here close to home. Enter as often as you like.

Then:
Send your photo to us via Messenger
OR
Tag us in your post or story on Facebook or Instagram

We’ll be featuring our favorite photos on our social pages, so get creative and show us where you go!

How to win:
The photo with the most likes (or hearts) takes home the prize—so be sure to share your post and rally your friends!

Don’t have a koozie yet?
No problem—just message us on Facebook and we’ll send you a FREE Mountain Happenings Koozie so you can join the fun.

Adventure awaits… let’s see where life takes you!

We're looking for a gift card sponsor for this exciting four-month contest!
This is a great opportunity to put your business in front of our audience through ongoing contest promotions and community engagement. Your business will be highlighted throughout the duration of the contest, giving you valuable visibility and exposure. Interested in becoming our sponsor? Send us a message via Messenger for details!

Contest open to U.S. No purchase necessary. Ends 9/30/26.
Not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

Lookout Mountain News:A proposal that has generated a lot of discussion across Lookout Mountain is the planned Rock City...
06/07/2026

Lookout Mountain News:

A proposal that has generated a lot of discussion across Lookout Mountain is the planned Rock City gondola system in Flintstone, Georgia.

According to project information, the gondola would allow visitors to park at Blowing Springs Farm in the valley and take a scenic six-minute ride directly to Rock City, reducing the need for vehicles to travel up Ochs Highway and other mountain roads.

Supporters of the project point to several potential benefits:

• Reduced Traffic – The system could remove thousands of vehicles, including motor coaches and school buses, from mountain roads during peak visitation periods.

• Improved Safety & Accessibility – Visitors would have an alternative to navigating steep, winding roads, while also providing easier access for those with mobility challenges.

• Economic Impact – The proposed $30–$40 million investment is expected to create new jobs and generate additional tax revenue for Walker County.

• Environmental Benefits – Fewer vehicles traveling up the mountain could mean reduced emissions and less traffic-related impact on the area's roads and natural resources.

If approved, the gondola would represent one of the most significant transportation and tourism investments on Lookout Mountain in recent years, offering a new way for visitors to experience the mountain while helping reduce roadway congestion and supporting the local economy.

Lookout Mountain continues to grow and evolve, and projects like this reflect ongoing investments in the area's future while preserving what makes the mountain such a special place to live, work, and visit.

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