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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

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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!
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Also, on regular, full length, non-bonus episodes, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz. Opening fiddle music played by the late Mr. Fletcher Bright.

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

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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.

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

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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"!

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

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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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