the Mountain Echo

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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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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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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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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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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