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2024 Oct "That's Amore!" After 35 wonderful years, The Pizza Place on Signal is closing and new chapters begin for all Oct 27, 2024

Join tME as we hear from owner/ operator Mr Paul Roberts as he shares the origin story and the evolution of this iconic Signal Mountain pizzaria - The Pizza Place.
As goes the world, change is coming to The Plaza Shopping Center on Signal Mountain and, after 35 good years, The Pizza Place is closing its doors. Listen in with Paul Roberts as he shares stories from he past, Signal Mtn history, and gives shout outs and thanks to many mountain folks who have been involved in this very American business story over the past 3 and a half decades.
Hear about Pual's plans for the future and possible plans for this great location on Signal Mountain. Also, many thanks to Olivia and her staff including Preston and McKenzie who help us say "goodbye" at the end. Ronnie - we will of course miss you too.
The Pizza Place has set a high bar and been a great example for community businesses to see an example of partnership and cooperation benefits everyone.
35 Years.....Job Well Done Paul Roberts and Team, well done indeed.

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20th Anniversary - No Way! "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!" Lookout readies for the big tradition with Doug Stein Oct 18, 2024

This episode sponsored by Mountain Lights and Safety.
20th Anniversary of the 'New' Great Pumpkin re-start in 2004
Dedication: This episode is dual-dedicated to both the late Mrs. Wright of Fairyland and the late Gilbert Stein of Marvin Lane, creator of this wonderful event.
Please join in and give a quick listen to hear all about this mountain tradition - the Great Pumpkin (of Fairyland).
History, tradition and great memories all combine to make this event a must attend for everyone at least once if not every year.
Children of all ages, 1 - 100, please come out and see the joy on Marvin Lane as the fun and awe return this Halloween for everyone.
Doug Stein, a longtime friend and close associate of The Pumpkin, will share info on when to come and how to get there and what parents can expect.
This has been a fun event that mountain children often refer to, once grown, as some of their great memories from growing up in our community.
Parents, please bundle up and come by - you will be very glad you did.
Again, many, many thanks to Doug Stein and his family for this gift to our community.

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2024 Oct - Lookout Community Joining Relief Efforts for People Impacted by Hurricane Helene with Dr. Leigh Kuyrkendall Oct 08, 2024

Lookout Community Leaders Directing Relief Efforts for People Impacted
Let's follow the lead of Dr. K and Kate!
Challenge: 1 bag per house - quickly
Join in for a quick bonus episode as we issue an all-call for mountain folks to bring items to the centralized collection point on Lookout - Lookout Mountain Dental and The Hive. The effort is being led by Dr Leigh Kuyrkendall and Kate Fuller.
Residents are asked to bring any items- all types of daily necessity items - for direct donation via a small church in Greenville, TN.
Listen in for details of where to bring supplies and who all is involved.
Please consider a small bag of clothes, warm blankets and/or any items regularly needed in daily life. even consider items like flashlights, batteries and can openers. No donation is too small and everything will help. Please drop off at least one bag from each house.
Again, many thanks and job well done to Dr K (Leigh) for her willingness to drive our community donation to the impacted area.

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2024 Oct - Bluegrass Special - Eleanor Bright talks about her passions - family and music & the '3 Sisters Festival' Oct 05, 2024

'3 Sisters Festival'
Last minute bonus episode featuring Eleanor, member of the New Dismembered Tennesseans, as she shares with our listeners about bluegrass, different instruments, the festival lineup and also about helping children discover their musical interests. Many thanks to Eleanor as she was about to go onstage as we recorded next to the stage at Ross's Landing on the riverfront.
Here's to a great Three Sisters Festival 2024!
Thank you, Eleanor!
https://www.3sistersbluegrass.com/

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2024 S3 OCT: IT"S LMS Fall CARNIVAL TIME ON LOOKOUT! w Laura Patterson and Kiran Eberle Oct 02, 2024

Season Three kicks off with this quick BONUS episode promoting the Lookout Mountain School's annual FALL FESTIVAL. Join in and hear from two awesome moms on the Carnival committee - Laura Patterson and Kiran Eberle. These ladies do a great job of helping listeners know what to expect at this year's festival including changes and new additions for this fall.
This is a quick and helpful episode for anyone planning on going to the carnival and also a good episode for folks just wanting to keep up with how this wonderful Lookout Mtn tradition is continuing and evolving.
Also hear a shoutout to others on the committee and others who are helping keep this tradition alive and well.

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It's BLOCK PARTY Time Folks! It's 'Halloween on Hardy'! Saturday Oct 28, 2023 Oct 28, 2023

Limos, Lip Fillers and Libations.... what more could you want??
Everyone is invited to come to the Mountain Hall next to the GA fire hall.
The fun starts at 5:00pm ... remember to bring some cash for the donations.
All proceeds go to support the Georgia Fire and Police.
We hope to see YOU there!

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2023: US Navy Flight Surgeon, Doctor, Priest, Missionary, Husband and Father - 92 Full Years and Going Strong, Lookout Treasure Harry Lawrence shares his life story and his advice for us all - Don't miss it Oct 07, 2023

'The Hound of Heaven'
This is a treat for the ears and the heart.
Harry is a rare and blessed one indeed -
Join us for a delightful discussion with a truly amazing man - Mr. Harry Lawrence. A graduate of the Caulkins School, then Lookout Mountain Elementary, then Baylor School, then Washington and Lee University and UT Memphis Medical School and then Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Hear how his family was a very familiar household name in Chattanooga for decades as their family business served many folks. Harry shares about his service in the armed forces and how it led him to his ultimate vocation in medicine. He even helped to oversee the residency program for new eye doctors here in Chattanooga for many years - and loved it. Harry also shares about what the Episcopal Church has meant to him over the years and how the’ hound of heaven’ finally came for him. Also powerful in Harry’s life has been his work abroad and he kindly shares how he served through medical missions around the world.

Claiming he is 92 years young, you have to hear this amazing man, - he surely means 29, not 92!

Please don't miss his advice for each of us as we navigate today's troubled world.
Harry - thank you for making my job so easy and for the good laughs - you did great!

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"Lookout Says 'Thank You'" event - Lookout residents Invited this Wednesday morning, October 4th, at Canopy Coffee Oct 02, 2023

Residents of both town communities are invited to attend the "Lookout Says 'Thank You'" event at Canopy coffee from 9 until 10 am Wednesday morning October 4.
This is the Lookout version of the national Coffee with a Cop event that is held nationwide on the first Wednesday of October in communities across the nation.
The first event of this national program on Lookout was back in the fall of 2020 which was handled as a coffee drop off event due to the COVID pandemic and social distancing.
This year will see the return of the Lookout Mountain version of this event which is more than Coffee with a Cop but rather, coffee with EMS, Fire and Police - all together. Both Georgia and Tennessee communities are of course a part of this event and both Chiefs plan to attend as well as some of the new members of each department.
Lookout Mountain has been very fortunate in so many ways and one of those is certainly that we have well trained and certified first responders especially in the medical field.

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Labor Day Special Edition: From Band-Aids to Tasers, He’s Got You Covered; A Life of Service and Help: Meet our Town Marshall, Chief Duane Schermerhorn Sep 02, 2023

Dedication: This special ‘public servant/ law enforcement’ episode is dedicated to four of the finest public servants from this area: Bill Roy(decd.), Vietnam, Tenn Highway Patrol, US Postal Service and host's uncle; Virginia Roy Newberry(decd.), Hamilton County Sheriff’s Dept. and host's Mother: Mike Stro, Vietnam and Chatt Police Dept(TN Police Officer of the Year) and host's father, and his(Stro) co-worker/ teammate Chuck Wells Chatt Police Dept./ Lookout Mtn Police Dept.(Chief) and host's friend. These four all served our general community very admirably and with many, individual awards and distinctions, as they have exemplified lives of distinction through service and dedication despite the danger.
We thank them for their service.

And to former Chief Wells: we are so proud, and grateful, of your service and especially of your personal journey fighting illness and the brave example you have set for others in our community. Thank you.

We are all with you, Chuck.

The torch passes from Chief Wells to Chief Schermerhorn- Hear about some new happenings in our community one of which is the Knox Box system.

Our New Lookout Mtn(Tenn) Police Chief - Duane Schermerhorn

What do you need? From EMT to Chief of Police, or, Band-Aids to Bullets, he's got you covered!
A son of some of the best examples of public service and community servants - teachers and military, Duane was a very blessed child to have such loving and wonderful role models as parents. Did you know his mother was among some of the first female captains in the U.S. Marine Corps? This little boy was going to behave!
Listen in on this great episode and hear about the person, his life experiences and his rationale for where he is today and how he serves our community.

Lookout can certainly claim our new Chief as ‘our own’ after 20 years of service in our community and many interactions with residents over that two-decade timeline of service. Beginning as a patrol officer and having served all roles now, including Chief, Duane and 15 others make up the 24/7 team that serves our neighborhood.

Listen in and hear the surprising twists and turns of this conversation and learn about what makes us a very unique first responder team here on Lookout.

After hearing this episode, you will certainly understand more about both Duane and our LMPD system. Did you know Duane was a U.S. Navy Seabee? Those are tough jobs!
TRIVIA ALERT: See if you can guess the themes and sound clips used throughout the episode.

Bonus - Chief Schermerhorn will reveal some news items and new programs that will affect us all, including his new ‘safe access program’ for community homes called Knox Box - it’s easy and very secure(see link below).

Many thanks Chief and ‘Thank You’ to your team from the community.

Enjoy listening.

See the details of how the new Knox Box system works at:

www.knoxbox.com

Link re New Police Chief on Lookout Mountain in Chattanoogan.com
Duane Schermerhorn Is New Lookout Mountain, Tn., Police Chief; David Paschall Steps Down From Commission Post Article Title - Chattanoogan.com

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A Very Civil Man on a Very Un-Civil War: Lookout Treasure and National Park Ranger Christopher Young Reminds Us of Our History and What It, 'America's Best Idea' Means to Him and His Life Aug 19, 2023

*NOTE - The Mountain Echo is honored to dedicate this amazing episode on Chattanooga history to a very dear and amazing Chattanooga native and former U.S. Forest Service District Ranger, Mr. Richard Thornburg, whose passion for all things good has no limits. After years of faithful, tough and excellent service in the field at different U.S. forests, Richard now serves in the halls of the Dept of Agriculture, in Washington, D.C. where his family resides and where he makes folks here in Chattanooga proud to call him ours. Richard - from the good folks here in Chattanooga, 'Thank YOU'.
Where to begin...This is a longer episode so it may take more than one listen to hear it all. tME has foregone its regular episode intro and wrap-up to help with the time.
It is really good - for many reasons. Chris Young is a Lookout Mtn Treasure for multiple reasons including his knowledge, his passion and his sense of duty, not to mention his great family here in our community. the Mountain Echo was created and continues as a means to showcase and celebrate the people of our community and their passions - Chris Young is the epitome of why we exist. We hope you enjoy this super-sized episode and topic.
Hailing from Peidmont, AL, husband of Stephanie, father of a son, a multiple-degree holder in subjects such as History and English and others, this fella wears a lot of hats.
Since 2019, he and his family have lived in our community on Lookout - just behind Rock City. His amazing wife Stephanie is a key member of the team at Lookout Pres. and works with their Missions effort. She truly has a heart of gold.
In honor of Chattanooga and the national military park here, tME is releasing this much anticipated episode on Saturday, August 19th, the exact-to-the-day anniversary of the formation of the park here. The Chattanooga and Chicakamauga battlefields were the FIRST in our nation to be preserved and Chris does a masterful job of telling that story.
In this episode, hear about many items including: Chris' family serving in the war, Chris' search for his life's calling, The movie Gettysburg and how it impacted Chris, President Benjamin Harrison serving as a soldier in Chattanooga under Sherman, how eight thousand students visited our park here one year, how the first Medal of Honor recipient was here in the Chattanooga battles, the huge importance of Chattanooga in the war, and more.
This year, 2023, marks the 160th anniversary of the battles in and around Chattanooga(1863) - and here on Lookout Mountain! Hear about the plans and events coming to Chattanooga and Lookout Mountain this fall.
As Chris says, 'This is your park, this is our park', and 'this is a place that may make some people uncomfortable', and ' we are here to preserve and protect this place for generations to come'.
And to the famous and so-loved local ranger who has served this area with excellence for so long, Jim Ogden....Jim, 'Watch Out! - this guy is GOOD!'
Chris- my God man, well done Sir indeed, well done. Thank you.
www.nps.gov/CHCH is the National Park Service's local website
Credits: The Civil War soundtrack by Ken Burns/ PBS - multiple tracks

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From Log Cabin to Town Hall: Moving to Lookout and starting her family here, Brooke Pippenger is the new Town Consultant for Lookout Mtn., TN Aug 11, 2023

Humility and service are two words that quickly come to mind when one thinks about Brooke Pippenger. In her own words, she likes 'helping people, solving problems and valuing people'. Married to Andy, they moved to Lookout to raise a family - and boy have they. Living in their 'cabin in the woods' in the town of Lookout Mountain, TN, these two have parented three wonderful children in our dear community. The daughter of an Air Force service member, the genes to serve are very ingrained with Brooke. For years, Lkt GA has had Kenny Lee, and now Lkt TN has Brooke!
The Lookout town charter does not allow for a 'Town Manager' so Brooke is serving in the role of a 'Town Consultant' and a year into the new role, she is learning and helping with communication and Mayor Walker Jones must be very happy about this new help in town governance. Recruited by Mayor Jones, Brooke was happy to help out. Brooke has never met a stranger and she is very approachable all while combining a sincerity and humility that make her perfect for public service. She even gives out her phone # and email in the podcast!
Listen in and hear why Brooke is a very special person and why her style and skills are so well suited for her new role. Brooke of course praises fellow teammates such as Joe Hailey, Belinda Allen and Duane Schermerhorn.
Here's to Year 2 being a great one, so let's all give Brooke a big Lookout cheer of support as she continues to make an impact and improve the function of town government here on Lookout Mountain.
We are with you Brooke! Thank you for serving us! Well done Mayor - great addition!
Okay Mayor - don't be afraid - come on here and talk with us! You're still invited!
You too - Chief!

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2023 The Torch passes hands at Lookout Mountain School; Thank you Ruth White, Welcome Emily Haney! Jul 25, 2023

She's headed north folks! With Georgia in the rearview mirror and Tennessee ahead, this lady is LMS bound - and boy are we lucky.
A career educator, this lady is passionate about two things - the Lookout Mountain community and her mission of educating children.
Just from what little time we have spent with Emily, it's doubtful this educator has yet to meet a challenge she didn't rise to meet.
Energy, drive and passion, all describe our new Principal.
Please join the Mountain Echo as we bow in respect and gratitude to Ruth White and we stand to honor the hard work and accomplishments of both Emily Haney and Missy McKenna to the roles of Principal and Assistant Principal, respectively. Thank you also to the Lookout Mountain School Board of Education for their care and leadership.
It appears, yet again, we got it right.
Welcome to Tennessee!
We are all with you Emily!
Go LMS!
**Note - Special ending song dedicated to Emily Haney for beginning her new chapter in leadership with us.

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2023 A Walk in The Garden: Anyone want to own an Inn on Lookout? From Columbia via LA, Ed and Erma are now ready to pass the torch of The Garden Walk Inn Jul 16, 2023

Wow - two decades have passed since Ed and Erma Caballero arrived on Lookout and began their time as the innkeepers at our very own Garden Walk Inn, and now, they are retiring and ready to pass the torch. These two, love people and they love to offer food and shelter to travelers from all around the world and from our own neighborhood.
Strong in their faith, these two have been truly blessed, and they have been true blessings to so many over the years. Originally from Columbia via Los Angeles, and even Las Vegas, Ed and Erma have been residents here on Lookout Mountain for over two decades now. Raising a close family of three children, they found a way to make it work despite the challenges. Everyone worked and helped out as their and its cottages has been a waypoint for thousands over the years. Hear how they used this amazing piece of land and its whimsical cottages to make a living and to offer grace and help to many local families in times of need.
In this episode, we recognize, celebrate and honor the work Ed and Erma have done in our community for over two decades. Even though the future of the Inn is uncertain, let us show that our feelings and gratitude for these two and their service, is not. Also mentioned in this episode are: Las Vegas, UCLA, Pastor Nathan White, the Georgia Town Hall, Lkt Mtn GA Police, guns, street lights, Covenant College, Chattanooga Christian School, McCallie School and more...
Ed and Erma - Thank You! Thank you for all your hard work and for choosing Lookout in the beginning - you will both be greatly missed. We wish you the very best in this next chapter of life.
** Note**: in honor of Ed and Erma - the Mountain Echo has switched out its standard sign-off and replaced it with an honorary song by Lauren Daigle, 'You Say'
Please enjoy this special episode - and if you know anyone who wants to operate an Inn - let them know. Enjoy.

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tME Special July 4th Patriotic Music Episode Jul 04, 2023

Patriotic stories and music - enjoy

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: Desert Storm - US Marine Col Frank Hughes - 'For Love of Country and Family' Jul 03, 2023

This episode is dedicated to U.S. Marine Corporal Nathaniel Pena, who is serving at high levels of responsibility in Washington, D.C., and to his proud family back home in Austin, Texas. Thank you for your service Nathan.
Frank shares as only a US Marine can, about life in the desert, leading young warriors, eating last and finally, the joy of coming home. Hear how the Lattimore and Taft families along with the Jacoways settled in Chattanooga and how Frank's wife, D'Arcy arrived in the area. This is a moving episode that is really just about people and relationships - from beginning to end. Recorded during a massive summer storm complete with bolts of thunder and lightning, the listeners will marvel at the timing of some of these bolts and claps as we discuss artillery and war.
Recorded on Lookout Mountain at the ancestral Hughes home, this episode has a wonderful, relaxed feel and pace and is a true testament to the type of people who make up the Lookout Mountain community.
Enjoy.

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: VIETNAM - Judge Ralph Hill - 'For Love of God & Country' Jul 02, 2023

LaFayette son Ralph Hill, who hails from Hogansville, Georgia originally, shares a lot with listeners about a whole range of topics. He has a special message for all our listeners....
Your Honor, ...it's our honor...so thank you.
Ralph shares about Hogansville, Vietnam, Sylvia, US Army, LMPC, Len Teague, Hank Currin, Bible study in Rossville, Pete Adcock, overseas missions, Camdentown, the courtroom, foxhole agnostics, Gideons International, the selfie generation and finally, serving The Lord.
Ralph, you have been a public servant for most of your life and now you help others who feel overwhelmed and in crisis - thank you. Thank you for your service to our country and for all the lives you have touched and tried to help and support over the years.
Ralph, you are indeed, a true 'Fortunate Son' and many lives are better because of you.
Thank you Ralph Hill.

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: KOREA - Ed Taliaferro - 'For Love of Country and Family', Ed shares about University of Chattanooga, Beating UT, US Army, Korea & Lookout Mtn GA living in 'Bougainville' Jul 01, 2023

An epitome of a Lookout Mtn, Georgia couple who raised a family in Fairyland for decades, Edward and Wendy Taliaferro have done it all on Lookout. Please join in and hear about how this couple, became a family and survived military service and began their lives together on this mountain. Ed graciously and humbly tells his story of service, uncertainty, family and the beginnings of life on Lookout with two sons - Robby and Ricky.
Post recording notes from the speaker, Ed:
1. Mayor Olgiati ordered the leveling of Cameron Hill.
2. The top was originally a fort, later became a park for the community.
3.Ft Benning was hotter than Gordon.
4.22 kids in the neighborhood not 37.
5. Actually the Greatest generation was the WW1.
6. I do not have a flag on my car.
7. I would like for you to say up front that your mother and me are first cousins.
Yes, my beloved mother, Virginia Roy Newberry was a first cousin with Edward, and she revered him greatly.

Ed and Wendy - we all love you and we appreciate all you have done over the years to make our community a better place to live - Thank you.
This special series highlights and celebrates some of our community members who have served us, their country, with military service. This 'Sounds of Service' series will feature a community member each day as we celebrate out nation's independence, freedom and 'birth'.
Please join us and hear from some of these folks, our neighbors as they share memories and thoughts with us - the listeners.

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The good folks at Lula Lake have a message for YOU: Special Open Gate Day for Lookout Residents and other news Jun 13, 2023

Join in for a quick message from our good friends at Lula Lake, well delivered by Daniel Roberts, about a special day coming up soon where the property is reserved for mountain residents to enjoy it. Daniel, yet again, does a really good job of laying out the plan and helping folks know what to expect.
Also, a donation-collection point will be on-site so bring a little love to leave if you can.
Let's go support Lula Lake - a true Mountain Treasure!

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June - Buckle Up and Prepare for Takeoff! Captain Dan Carroll shares about his Big 3 Passions- Family, Flying and of course, Cars Jun 11, 2023

"Ready for Pushback"
**may be a two-listen episode due to the longer run-time.
In this longer episode, Dan Carroll shares delightful stories about his childhood, his parents, meeting his wife from Lookout Mtn for the first time, his family, his love of flying and his love of cars.
This is a super fun episode full of laughs, edits, more laughs and a lot of cutting up. Dan is like a perfectionist with a great sense of humor and that combination will have the listeners smiling and laughing from the beginning to the end of this episode. We had so much fun making this episode that we included a "Smokey and The Bandit" style blooper track at the end of the main episode.
Dan is full of surprises from his love of ski racing to his recent win in a big car show.
Dan doesn't disappoint in the "Love Dept.", either as he shares the story of his first time on Lookout as he came to meet his amazing wife, Talley. Also hear about their two wonderful children and what they are up to these days.
Listen in and hear about Nino, the Italian mechanic, and Dan's first car, to all about the Ferrari Club of America - this episode is big and loaded. We talk about New Haven, CT, East Rock, The Foote School and MTSU, 'aviation English' and Murfreesboro and Mr. King.
Hear about flying and the airline industry of today and the changes close ahead for us all. Also hear all about Dan's main passion...Cars. And, at the end of the episode, hear some surprise news for mountain residents as Dan and the host share news about a possible upcoming event that is sure to get a good turnout on the mountain.
* Note - this hour-plus, long episode may need to heard in two or more listens - it's a big one - but well worth your time. Enjoy - and Dan - Good job! You did great! You are a true Mountain Treasure!
Now put your tray in the upright position and fasten your seatbelts!
Capn' Dan is about to push up the throttles!

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June - Lookout Represented at the Royal Coronation: Graham Burns shares about her life on Lookout and attending King Charles' Coronation - her second one... Jun 08, 2023

Wow - where to begin? Graham Burns is a true Lookout Treasure and she recently sat to share with the Mountain Echo listeners about her family, her life on Lookout and her recent trip to London to attend the coronation of King Charles III.
From her wonderful home (also her childhood home) on the brow, well-loved Graham graciously shares about her parents- The Walkers, her family with Bud, raising 7 children, the Caulkins School, some of the neighborhood families and children who attended the famous 'Caulkins School' with Nancy Caulkins, mountain real estate, her FIRST coronation for Elizabeth, her second coronation ceremony for Charles and world travel to Europe, Greece and Egypt. The Great Pyramid finally got to meet The Great Graham Burns! Such fun stories and memorable times - thank you Lady Graham, you did a wonderful job!

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June - Ann Brown speaks on Lookout's Amazing Garden Clubs, 'Battle of the Mountains' competition and the Pollinator Festival Jun 06, 2023

Join us for this special, summer 'conservation' episode and hear about many things on Ann's mind including: Lookout's amazing garden clubs - "cheaper than therapy", 'the little things that run the world', Bee City USA, monarch butterflies, Kenny the Caterpillar, Joe Wilson Park, Fairyland's new town hall, Father's Day bird houses for sale, Creek Friendly Yards, Battle of the Mountains, Rain Smart Yards, "what's that smell?", the power of native plants - no - not that plant, changing rainfall patterns, 'water is not cheap', Reflection Riding, birds, butterflies and bees - oh my! With special mentions to Kenny Lee and Elizabeth Jones.
Go to www.mywaterways.org to schedule your FREE yard and water-runoff assessment. Let's DO THIS Lookout!
Ann is a True Lookout Treasure and a great storyteller. Please join us for another wonderful episode where she highlights some really good info we should all be 'up' on.
And parents with young ones - be sure not to miss the Pollinator Festival!!
Saturday, June 17th, at the new Town Hall.
Thank you, yet again, Ann Brown!
You have done an amazing job with a tough, messy subject!
Fans of the popular TV show. 'Schitt's Creek', let us know if you think this episode's subject matter 'stinks'!

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2023 Summer: Lookout's Community Summer Camp: Lookout Traditions and Treasures: Commons Camp and Gwin Tugman Jun 03, 2023

In this very timely and informative episode, Director of Lookout's community summer camp, 'Commons Camp' informs parents about the benefits and traditions of this favorite summer experience for neighborhood children. Gwin also opens up and shares about her childhood on Lookout, meeting her husband John, attending Commons Camp herself and finally about how the camp currently functions. Parents of neighborhood children ages of 5 and up will want to be aware of and familiar with the basics of the camp and Gwin does a great job of covering the objective info and she gives a great feel for the camp environment with anecdotes and heartfelt stories. Please join us for this quick, informative and special episode about a tradition and a treasure on Lookout; see if you can guess which is which. And Gwin, THANK YOU, for all that you do year-round to help make our community the special place we all know it to be. You are a Treasure!

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2022 August - Moving to Lookout, Devastating News, Battling Fear, and Walking for a Better Tomorrow - Welcome Hill Family! Lookout folks are here for you. Aug 13, 2022

Upbeat - brave - honest - fighter - tough - fearless - hopeful - beautiful
These are some of the first words that come to mind when you listen to the amazing Amy J Hill. Her story is real, it is powerful, and it is hopeful.
If you want to feel upbeat and NOT afraid then listen to Amy share her story.
Moving to Lookout Mountain from Atlanta in early 2022, the Hill family has settled in nicely on the Georgia side of the community and their wonderful son is enjoying Fairyland School.
Listeners of the Mountain Echo will find a very upbeat and positive message from Amy as she does a really fantastic job of discussing a tough issue.
Finally, hear the news about the big event and how it has changed from years past - the Komen WALK. Saturday October 1 at Hamilton Place Mall.
Great news - Amy has a team and you can contribute or walk or both!
Here is the link to read more: Susan G. Komen® - 2022 Chattanooga MORE THAN PINK Walk : Amy J. Hill (info-komen.org)
Individuals with small donations are the bulk of what makes Komen work - also companies, large or small, with donations and teams really help move the needle forward in this fight that touches so many lives.
The battle IS being won by groups like Komen and folks like Amy - please consider being a part of the coming victory.
Main Susan G. Komen website: www.komen.org
Chattanooga Walk main site: Susan G. Komen® - 2022 Chattanooga MORE THAN PINK Walk (info-komen.org)

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2022 July - 100 Years in the Making - Seth Raynor's Old Course Vision...On A Cloud - Doug Stein shares about the Stein family, his friends, and his passion, the course on Lookout Jul 30, 2022

It's not really like other mountain courses...rather, it's more of a course... on a 'cloud'.
Carter, Lupton, Probasco, Davenport, Oehmig, Dye, and of course Raynor - these are some of the many names who have all been an instrumental part of an amazing story, 100 years in the making. Hear from the wonderful mind, and heart, of Doug Stein about not just the golf course on Lookout but also about his family, growing up here and his many friends from over the years. This is a really powerful episode of time, vision, passion, dreams and especially determination. Doug does an excellent job of sharing with listeners about his great memories from growing up in this community and even raising his children here and his love of this community. Hear about everything from the great ice storm of 1960 to the building of Covenant College and even movie stars who came to Lookout.
It is a joy to listen to Doug share what is clearly a life passion for him as his talks about his family, his friends and the course at Lookout Mountain.
This episode offers a true deep dive on the actual golf holes and their layouts and, it goes into some great detail about the current, exciting renovations.
At times, the listeners may even feel like Doug is actually channeling Seth Raynor himself as he describes the layout and vision of the course.
Oh, and what a May it will be! As the anticipated opening of the course sometime late next spring, the opening of this long-awaited and much anticipated "ultimate upgrade" will occur. The Stein name joins the list of these special folks all of whom have been passionate on this journey.
So, until then, please listen and enjoy the truly excellent effort by Doug to share the history, vision and hopes for this wonderful asset in our community.
Well done Lookout Mtn Club members and, well done Doug Stein! King must be so proud.
Thank you!

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2022 July - Lookout Youth Athletics Special Edition - Four days of heaven in Southaven Mississippi - Coach Ben Wharton shares about our neighborhood boys and their Grand Slam year taking them to the World Series Jul 23, 2022

Coach Ben Wharton shares some really good commentary about our community program on Lookout, many who contributed to its success this year from parents to company sponsors and even about each of the individual players. Join us for a wonderful and uplifting episode that will make you cheer and feel truly hopeful about the future. Hear Ben share about himself, his family and especially on what many people get wrong about baseball.
Thank you, Ben Wharton and all the coaches, parents and corporate sponsors who together helped to make this a year we won't soon forget!
Special recognition to:
Eric Burnette
Craig Lubbers
Matthew Bryant
Jim Bastogne
Joseph Wingfield
Kevin Lloyd
Jonathan Hoover
Scott Shell
Brandon Adams
Mrs Burnette
Beth Wingfield
Carlee Hilger
Lyndsey Lloyd
Maggie Corey
And of course, Mrs Wharton.

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2022 July - Virginia Anne Manson discusses Lookout Mtn being the school board's new 'District 11' Jul 18, 2022

Join us for this bonus episode as longtime, mountain resident Virginia Anne Manson shares about herself, her background, her experience and her passions.
Wow! Well done VA!

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2022 July - 'Oh The Places You'll Go' - Bobby Vannoy Answers the 'Call of The Wild' out West and aims for the Big Screen Jul 10, 2022

Lookout Mountain's Bobby Vannoy, is young, full of life and finding his future out west with film, climbing, school and adventure.
Join us in this new episode for some really good insight on how many young folks are seeking less traditional methods to find their way and to find their life's direction. Bobby shares about growing up on Lookout and attending Fairyland and playing with friends. He does a great job of helping the listener know about the sport of rock climbing and how his passions of film and climbing collided and have resulted in a new venture.
Hear firsthand about the renowned outdoor program NOLS followed by Bobby's incredible trip down to the mountains of Patagonia. Wow.
Praising his parents and their support, Bobby provides great insight on his version of 'the road less travelled' and how it has made all the difference for him. Class of 2018 at McCallie School, Bobby is also good to help the listeners find out where they can see great, outdoor film and cinematography and even shares the possibility of one day returning to Chattanooga for a fun, movie release.
Seeking his passion, thriving in his work, seeking excellence, and loving life - Bobby is living his life beautifully and passionately. We are all cheering you on for continued success and happiness and yes, we are very proud of you Bobby! Well done!

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2022 July - Lookout's Amazing Lula Lake: Mother Nature's gift to us all has big news and a bright future! Jul 01, 2022

Daniel Roberts shares with our listeners about his personal journey to Lookout Mtn from out west and Yellowstone National Park as well as some really helpful info about Lula Lake Land Trust and how folks can enjoy this amazing natural beauty right here on Lookout Mountain. Daniel does a really good job of welcoming everyone from school groups to weekend hikers, and all ages essentially, to come out and be a part of the great story we all know as "Lula Lake".
He shares how resources are used and needed to keep specific programs going and he shares info for families and first-time visitors as well as "old friends" who may want to come back out. Hear about some wonderful conservation programs and the overall mission of this special non-profit the Lula Lake Land Trust (LLLT). Also hear about the super exciting new addition of acerage and the extensive trail system being prepared for the next generation called the Durham Trails.
This episode is packed with great information, and it invites all listeners to re-engage with LLLT somehow - a weekend visit, volunteering to work and through donations. LLLT is focused on 3 main concepts of conservation, education and recreation.
The Team at LLLT sounds lean, busy and very good so we can all feel good about that as we search for ways that each of us can hopefully play a role in this gem of nature that we are lucky enough to be able to enjoy right here in our own community on Lookout.
Thank you, Team, at LLLT! Thank you, Daniel, for a job well done!
Let's all get out there and be a part of this amazing story - Lula Lake!
www.lulalake.org

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2022 July - The Workmans share about moving from California to Tennessee, Loving Lookout and the July 4th Parade Jun 27, 2022

Join us in this episode and hear from Justin(NJ) and Michelle(CA) Workman about their journey in searching for a new home and the process they used to discover not just Chattanooga, but also Lookout Mountain. Justin does a great job of supporting Michelle's great ideas, and they each own and operate businesses in the community as well as parent two sons.
Also hear Michelle and Justin share about growing up on opposite coasts and how it all came together for them.
Then, hear about how the new, local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has now been formed in the Lookout Community and how you might can join.
Finally, hear all about how the big parade came into being and what to expect for this year including new, special floats and new changes. Michelle and others have worked hard to make the after-parade just as fun and community-building as the parade itself as they have added a fun wrap up event with prizes and food trucks for lunch.
Hear in this episode why this 2022 July 4th parade will be the best ever with all the new changes.
Please plan to participate in OR cheer on the parade on Monday, July 4th - and either way, plan to eat lunch at The Commons with all the attending food trucks that day!
What a FUN visit and recording with Michelle and Justin in their home and what a pleasure meeting them both - well done on all fronts Workmans! Thank you!

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2022 June - Special 'Garden Club' Edition - The Annual Garden Tour comes to Lookout! - Hear Master Gardener Scott Drucker share about the "Big Event" this weekend on Lookout Jun 22, 2022

The 2022 Annual Garden Tour is occurring this weekend and the focus area for the first time in a decade is.....Lookout Mountain!
It's not just for the Master Gardeners anymore...anyone with a $20 ticket can attend and you have two whole days to see about 8 gardens all around Lookout Mountain.
Garden designer and installer Scott Drucker shares a little info about who he is and how he came to be the go-to person for many serious garden-design inquiries. In addition to info on growing up in Chattanooga, Scott gives some good detail about The Tour and some of the homes and gardens that will make up the locations on Lookout this year.
Scott also discusses some gardens on Lookout and what they contain and how they are laid out.
**see the official website for details and tickets at www.mghc.org
Please join us for this BONUS EPISODE with info about this weekend's big event on Lookout.
Thank you Scott! You did a great job for your first podcast!

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2022 June - Summertime Special Art Edition - Laura Moore Scorey shares about her journey back to Lookout and her thoughts about Art and Life Jun 18, 2022

Dedication: This episode is dedicated to local, Chattanooga physician and all-around great person Dr. William 'Blake' Haren who has served and continues to serve selflessly here in town with the mental health needs of so many. We are so fortunate to have him, his talents and many others like him here, helping us all navigate these tough times. This episode celebrates the beauty of excellent expression of emotion and so we recognize that many folks around us and in our community struggle in this area and with mental health. Therefore, in addition to art and expression, we also celebrate and dedicate this episode to Dr. Blake Haren and all those like him who serve the needs of others in this regard.
Blake, we salute you. Thank you.
Where to begin! Laura was great- that's where. You are going to want to hear this.
Join the Mountain Echo for a very relaxed and honest discussion about some very real and heavy topics. Laura was brave and fearless in her thoughtful description of how she sees the pain of life and the great rewards and blessings of life. Hear about her family, growing up on Lookout 'back in the day', growing up as 'Laura Livingston Moore', local schools' art programs and many more topics. This great episode is full of names - families: Probasco, Moore, Scorey; museums: Hunter, Chicago Museum of Art, Gallery 1401, Townsend Atelier; schools: LMS, Baylor, Ole Miss, Sewanee, UTC. Names of teachers: Gwaltney, Yann and Fazio. Names of artists: Monet, Seurat and Bob Ross. Hear about Kansas City, California, Erlanger East Hospital, COVID lockdowns, Canopy Coffee, Tiffany Armstrong, Dr. Chris Moore, Dr. Steve Scorey, Ashland Terrace Animal Hospital, Dr. George Scorey. Hear about Laura's grandmother and her local art business Montcrest Gallery.
This episode is super relaxed and pensive and chocked full of wonderful stories about life and hope. What words of wisdom and peace are shared from this artist as she encourages others to seek expression and to try art.
Please join with us for this fun episode and hear local, mountaineer artist Laura Moore Scorey share about her journey and how it has led her back to Lookout with a bold new life yet still with her true family thread still running true through herself and now her children.
Laura, super fun and well done!

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2022 June - The torch passes to the new generation at Rock City - Doug Chapin shares his hopes and dreams for the future of this special place Jun 10, 2022

Rocky the Elf 's secret identity is finally revealed during this sit-down expose on the one and only, the magical Rock City. In this episode, we sit and talk with the new leader of this organization, Doug Chapin who has returned to try his hand at leading this large community employer and southeast legend. Many thanks to Doug and his team for organizing this relaxed time for Doug to sit and reflect and share a lot of thoughts from behind the scenes at this famous attraction.
Hear about all the recent changes and business additions - WOW. Rock City owns A LOT MORE than just Rock City now! We even hear the very famous story of one time very famous visitor who was inspired by Rock City and went on to create a pretty special place of his own - fascinating.
Join us for a longer but very entertaining episode and we think you will be making plans soon to re-visit this special place and try out some 'on the bluff dining'. Doug thank you again and well done!

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2022 June - William Riddle shares thoughts on his world and the world around him in this salute to all the graduates of the Class of 2022! Jun 04, 2022

Wow - Where to begin? Join tME for this excellent, uplifting and very thought-provoking episode featuring a local, mountain resident who is a member of this year's, high school graduating class - The Class of 2022.
In part one, William shares personal thoughts about the world around him each day and the people, events and experiences that have occurred so far in his life that have shaped and impacted who he is today.
In part two, William shares his plans for the future starting with college plans and his hopes for after college. Also, William gives great insight as he helps the listeners of tME better understand the youth of today, their styles, preferences and concerns.
Please forgive the un-editable audio blips as this was a call-in, phone-based interview and tME is very thankful and grateful for William having the courage to step into an interview without prior knowledge of the questions. We threw him some really tough passes - see how you think he did. We think he gets a hundred percent....and, ...well done mom and dad.
Good job, William - the entire ETSU community is very lucky to have you joining them!
You will represent our community of Lookout Mountain very well and we all look forward to cheering you on in college!

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2022 May - "A paper of fact, fun and fancy" - Editor Ferris Robinson gives a behind the scenes talk on The Mountain Mirror and shares about her passion for family, friends, the paper and Loving Lookout May 28, 2022

Come hear the sweet and great Ferris Robinson talk about her love of people and of Lookout in this super episode focused mainly on The Mountain Mirror paper and its operation. Ferris does a wonderful job of praising multiple mountain families with names such as: Parker, Raul, Campbell, Persinger, Glasscock and others. Also hear about the history of the paper and how well it is thriving today as it truly lives up to its motto of a "paper of fact, fun and fancy" and where that great motto came from. Hear about the amazing efforts of well-known mountain names and how they all pulled together to make sure Lookout had a community paper for all to enjoy.
Ferris does an excellent job of carefully describing the monthly paper operation and the special team of talented and dedicated folks who today, help make it a reality the first of each month. This episode also highlights other programs such as: Bee City USA, the Homegrown National Park Project, Get on the map, National Park Movement and Open Eyes, Open Hearts.
Ferris also mentions the children's books that she and her wonderful mom Mary Jane, created - The Queen Who Banished Bugs and others.
Ferris, yes you may be shy but you did a fantastic job for us all on this really interesting episode and the listeners of tME thank you! Well done Ferris!

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2022 May - 'New Mtn Sounds Episode' - Come hear Paul Babin share thoughts on Moving to Lookout from Buckhead, Engineering for college students, biking the Mountain, joining LMPC and Taps Across America this Memorial Day May 21, 2022

Join us for this episode of tME and hear how new(er) residents Paul and Pam Babin chose to leave the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta behind and move to Lookout Mountain in 2020. They chose 'us' for many reasons and in this episode, hear Paul talk about life in the big city, his family, and the factors that helped them ultimately choose Lookout. They are so glad they did and they are fully enjoying our town and have joined LMPC.
Also hear about how engineering is a great field of study for young college folks today with even greater opportunities going forward. Paul talks in good detail about biking on the mountain, good trails and a super, local club for people to consider who want to ride with a group.
Dr. Babin (PhD) also shares about a special event for him and one that will be celebrated nationally on Memorial Day at 3pm. Paul will be organizing a local, Lookout Mtn. location for residents to stop by briefly and pay respect for fallen service members as he plays Taps at the 3pm hour. Please stay tuned via the neighborhood FB page for updates on the location for the May 30 event.
Well done Sir Paul and the good folks of Lookout say "Welcome" to you and Pam!

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2022 May - Mountain Sage Milly Rawlings shares about Dolly Parton, Walton's Mountain, The Outlook Club and her Love of people May 14, 2022

Hear why Milly Rawlings is a mountain treasure herself in this episode where Milly sits down with the Mountain Echo and shares with listeners about her life, living in Nashville, being an Army wife and then coming to Lookout Mountain. She and her husband Peter, a popular local pediatrician have raised three amazing, servant-leader children here in this community and now Milly is a leader with our local version of the neighborhood Welcome Wagon concept with, The Outlook Club. This club uses a play on words to name the effort and group of residents who welcome new members into our community. She has some great ideas about how all residents can support this effort of hospitality.
Also hear about how Milly herself served young folks for three decades at a prominent local college-prep school and how she still "loves people" today. Join us for this wonderful episode filled with hope and positive energy for the world as one of our true mountain leaders shares her thoughts. Milly well done, and, thank you!

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2022 May - Matt McLelland shares his 'Covenant' with the great outdoors as he Loves Lookout and keeps the 'big wheels turning' May 08, 2022

Join us in this episode as mountaineer Matt McLelland discusses himself, his family, his work and his passion for the great outdoors with all types of great activity ideas for folks and families to do here on Lookout, in the region, out west and around the globe. This wide rangeing episode covers many topics of local interest from the internet to trucking to local logistic leaders, and all with a local aspect and connection. In the second half of the episode, Matt shares some fun stories and some really good ideas for folks and families to get out, get active and explore this area. And, in a cool bonus, Matt shares about some good locations out west and overseas for people wanting to go and see and explore. A lot of Lookout names pop up so see who you know in here - many thanks for a very fun episode, Matt!
Contact Matt on Instagram at Chadthevan

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2022 - Finally, after 3 years...It's Time! The Fairyland Festival Returns! Hear from Carla Zink - school parent and PTO member, on what to expect for Tuesday May 3 Apr 30, 2022

This quick episode is concerning a cherished tradition of the entire Lookout Mountain community - The Fairyland Festival. Join in and hear from one of the many organizers, and school parent, Carla Zink as she shares her excitement about the return of this incredibly fun event for the first time since 2019 - three years ago! Hear about the different booths and the many food choices and about how this entire effort helps to fund the school education fund that does so much good for the school. Carla is fun to listen to as she paints a really good picture of what to expect and hear her strong invitation for community members to plan for dinner at the festival by taking advantage of the many different option and to help increase the financial success of the event. Many thanks to Carla for a great talk and really good info on the festival. Thanks Carla, well done!

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2022 April: Meet Hugh Morrow and hear him keep Lookout, "in the know" on "Battle Below the Clouds" BBQ event Sat April 23 at Ruby Falls Apr 16, 2022

Join Hugh, President and CEO of Ruby Falls and 60 yr mountain resident, for a super fun and informative episode regarding a very important issue - pediatric cancer. Hugh along with Jim and Cindy Webster of The Barn Nursery fame along with a huge team of folks will host the 7th annual fundraiser in honor and loving memory of brave Lana Beth Webster. The two-live-band event will feature 12 teams battling it out for top honors and it is a FREE event to attend. NEWS: Lookout's very own, Love Lookout Team will be one of the 12 teams competing so by all means stop and take in the sounds and smells and maybe tastes of Freedom as we all pull together to honor and support this very worthy cause. The event and parking are both free of charge. Next Saturday (April 23rd, 2022) - all day long fun. Stop by and show support and enjoy yourself at this fun event - and if you do - be sure and cheer on Team Love Lookout with Ross Ballenger and gang! Thank you, Hugh Morrow, for all that you are doing at Ruby Falls!

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Season One: April - Mississippi Son, Hoppin’ Howard Brown is on The Lookout giving his 'secret-sauce, inside info' on Yoga, Faulkner, Poetry and Biking - Give him 3 feet please! Live from East Brow, and with a new book out, Here’s Howard! Apr 15, 2022

Damn the man is good, said all! I enjoyed the time spent just listening to him, "The Dreamer" as his equally impressive wife Ann describes him. Howard goes in fascinating, courtroom like cadence as he weaves his tale from New Albany - Mississippi to Lookout Mountain and A LOT in between. Wow. He is one busy fella! Watch out! Don't hit him! He is often biking UP Lookout, yes I said up, not down. Howard gives us some of his time to talk about yoga and helps share great insight for folks wanting to know more about it. He also shares some very good info on bikes and cycling on and around Lookout and where folks can find good bike shops. Howard shares some very cool info from MS on Oxford and Faulkner and how his family touched this part of American history. And, Howard shares his love of poetry and books and even reads a portion of his latest work. What a great podcast for the community to hear and learn from ,and what a fine gentleman he is to share his thoughts with us.
Well done Howard Brown, well done indeed Sir.
PS - we may ask him to talk Montana and fishing later on!

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Season One: April - Fairyland Special Edition - Jimmy Campbell shares thoughts and stories from inside Lookout's new Fairy Garden Apr 10, 2022

Ireland, fairies, fairy rings, the historic Lookout ice storm of 1960, the new town center, carpet baggers, moonshine trails, New York City, perfumes, Chattanooga innovation, Bee City USA, Lookout Mtn garden clubs, Fairyland School, Glen Falls, Guild Trail, Covenant College, walking trails, land conservation and especially fairies, Jimmy shares his thoughts on many of these topics and more in this latest episode. Featuring the new garden, The Fairy Garden on the Georgia side of the community, Jimmy does a fantastic job of informing the listeners about the entire project from first thoughts until now and, he even continues his thoughts about upcoming projects in the community as we hear about possible new trails coming on Lookout and some activity around the new town center. What a great example of what can be accomplished when many of us work together for the greater, common good.
Join us for a relaxing chat from the fairy ring, located in the center of the new garden during a windy spring day as we hear fun stories about Jimmy and his passions. Well done, Jimmy, tME and the community thank you!

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Season One: April - Jeanne Crawford shares "Mountain Memories" of a Lookout Love Enduring - featuring sabre-tooth tigers, cave rescues, Babe Ruth, The Manhattan Project and LMS Apr 02, 2022

I think she's 29 and holding! Join us in this history laden episode for a great sit-down at a place many of us zoom by daily - the Mountain Memories shop on Scenic Hwy. Third generation operator Jeanne Crawford shares a very personal and heart-felt message of a love that has endured for generations here on Lookout. With fascinating stories of her family adventures, she takes the listener on a smooth journey full of love and laughs despite hard times and scary situations. Jeanne does a super job of weaving together a nice combination of the history of her family, Lookout Mtn and America. Sit back and enjoy a relaxing voice from a wonderful, former LMS teacher as she teaches us about the single most important thing in life. Well done fair lady, well done indeed.

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Season One: March - Meet Brandon Adams - The Keeper of the Commons Mar 27, 2022

Join us in this episode as we meet and hear from a valuable member of the Scott Shell Team - Brandon Adams. Brandon is one of our great town employees who works day in and day out doing his part, to help make living on Lookout lovable. His main areas are the athletic fields and the Commons area in general. Litter is his nemesis along with people who play on soaking wet fields. Meet the guardian of our turf, the protector of our fields - the " grass whisperer".
Brandon, we appreciate you! Keep up the great work!
And for these reasons, we think we should all be cheering him on!

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Season One: Sunday April 3 will be the Hello St. Elmo! Street Festival and Parades Mar 27, 2022

This coming Sunday, April 3, will be the much-anticipated spring festival Hello St. Elmo!
Families can plan to make a late afternoon and early evening of the event as multiple food vendors will be on hand. The event is 4 until 8pm and occurs on St. Elmo Avenue and will feature 3 main things: the opening of the newest section of the Tennessee Riverwalk connecting downtown and St. Elmo, a children's parade and the somewhat famous St. Elmo Corgi Parade. Bob Wright "frames up" the event for us on this quick, event-specific episode of the Mountain Echo. Bob is the creator of the Corgi Parade and is known by many folks on Lookout Mountain and around the city. Thank you again Bob!

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Season One: March - Scott Shell - Opening Up "The Shell" on Youth Athletics, The Parade and Commons Camp Mar 25, 2022

Join us in this episode for some very helpful information about two main topics: youth athletic offerings and summer camp. Scott, or rather "Coach Scott" does a fantastic job of highlighting the actual offerings and providing seasoned insight about each. Scott outlines a seamless, annual cycle of registrations and a strong process that supports these offerings. Hear from Scott about his team and how they each work together to make these programs a reality for neighborhood children. Thank you, Coach Scott! Well done! Or we should say, "home run"!

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Season One: March - Ann Caldwell - Trash Talkin' on Lookout - Be there Saturday April 2! Mar 20, 2022

Join us for a quick episode announcing the upcoming community event - Lookout for Litter on Saturday April 2 (rain date of April 23) - both Saturdays. Ann shares her passions for the environment and the cleanliness of our neighborhood as she describes the origins and care of this fun event. Ann even issues a heart-felt welcome for parents and children to join in the fun and teach children the great stewardship of protecting Earth - one piece of litter at a time. Join us for a quick and fun conversation with Ann Caldwell! And we hope you will join us for the neighborhood event on Saturday April 2! (9:00 am at the Commons)

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Season One: March - Jennifer Crutchfield - Did that REALLY happen on Lookout Mountain? Mar 19, 2022

Join local historian Jenny Crutchfield for a great discussion of amazing stories surrounding Lookout Mountain and its history with insights on landmarks and people going back over the ages. From Native Americans to pioneers to the Generals and Presidents fighting a Civil War, Jenny recounts many quick stories of interest to local history. With a focus on Lookout Mountain, Jenny traces and weaves several different threads of historical figures to fabricate a smooth and flowing story of Chattanooga history and growth. Come along and learn some fun facts about our wonderful Scenic City and about the mountain we call home.

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Season One: April - Spring Planting Special - Ann Brown's yard advice on flowers and trees for the birds and bees Mar 16, 2022

Ann Brown joins us at the Mountain Echo for a very informative and enjoyable talk about our yards and conservation efforts here in our neighborhood. Ann does an excellent job of explaining her version of, "the birds and the bees". Also hear about opportunities for neighbors to join local garden clubs and join in the ongoing effort here on the mountain. Also in this episode, hear surprise news about an upcoming, local, county-wide tour coming to Lookout. Many thanks to Ann.
Please feel free to contact Ann with questions or to schedule a tour of her yard at: 412 East Brow Road, Lookout Mtn., TN 37350

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Season One: March - Carol: Global Travel and her German Shepherd Kaia Mar 08, 2022

We hear from Carol, a recently retired doctor who now enjoys spending her time travelling the globe, landscape designing her newly acquired, wooded lot and rescuing German shepherds like her newest - Kiah. Many thanks to Carol for an excellent talk and such an enjoyable spirit in all that she does - especially as she rescues dogs.
Thank you Carol!
March 2022

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Season One: March - Good Shepherd School - Every Day is a New Adventure! Hear all about it from the Director Mar 08, 2022

Hear from Sandy Skorput, Director at Good Shepherd School, on all the fun and exciting news at this wonderful, neighborhood pre-school - a partner with Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and a true blessing for the Lookout Mountain community. Sandy was so gracious and kind and giving with her time and we are very thankful for that. Thank you Sandy!
March 2022

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March 2022 tME podcast overview and promo Feb 28, 2022

In this episode, we simply inform the listener about the goals and areas of focus for this community podcast. This brief overview will help the audience know what to expect in the coming episodes and it asks for folks to share the website and to help spread the word to both "on" and "off" mountain folks - both in and out of town - so they can all listen in and hear about all the fun happenings on the mountain these days - and hear from folks!

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