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May, 2010 Friends of East Brainerd Madden Coach Lines & Tours Chattanooga Coffee Company Hönigsberg & Düvel Corporation Caris Healthcare Service Master Cleaning and Restoration Urban League of Greater Chattanooga Virtual Ribbon Cutting The Classic Barber Fitness Together Benchmark Physical Therapy Affordable Botox of Chattanooga The Carter Firm April, 2010 Southern Turf Products Southern Brew & Cue Diamond Tower Folk School of Chattanooga Creswell Richardson Sugary Creations LearningRX Epiphany Day Spa & Salon March, 2010 AREA203 Marketing, Virtual Ribbon Cutting Save America Homes, Inc. Hospice of Chattanooga Chattanooga Outpatient Center The Salvation Army Senior Helpers Puckett EMS Chatt Town Scooters February 2010 Red Rock Grill Body Martial Arts W.J. O'Neil Company Domino's Pizza - Ooltewah Orange Grove Center Document Destruction January 2010 Northside Neighborhood House Southern Adventist University Market Research Institute ServPro of East Chattanooga Fuji Steak & Sushi Restaurant SunTrust - Snow Hill Branch Terenine Technology Solutions December 2009 Siskin Children's Institute Red Bank Thrift Store Siskin Children's Institute Learning Center Print Trends, Inc. Seniors Home Reverse Mortgage, Virtual Ribbon Cutting Kitchen Access Adaptive Methods Earth Fare El Metate - Restaurante Mexicano Everyday Eclectic Sam Edwards Jewelers November 2009 Majestic 12 Theater Dunkin Donuts Southtree Home Movie & Photo Digitizing HLR Healthcare Management Resources The Ice Cream Show Chattanooga Safety Products Labor Ready El Meson Restaurante Mexicano October 2009 My Color Image Boutique & Gallery Pino Gelato Accent Rug Décor, Inc. Special Order Service BOC Printing Southeast Bank & Trust Learning Express Toys Dream Cleaning The Melting Pot Hampton Inn & Holiday Express Dan Reynolds Photography September 2009 Hatch's House of Hope Aaron's Sales & Lease Ownership NetGain Technologies of TN August 2009 Office Depot Fletcher Office Warehouse Park Real Estate Partners - Prairie Pass North American Credit Services, Inc. July 2009 Floor Images Mmelt Haralson & Associates June 2009 FSG Bank My Color Image Woodcraft Fireball Business Services Chattem Mountain View Nissan South Chattanooga Self Storage Eco Waste System Cabeen Originals Volunteer Training Center Partners for Families, Children and Adults May 2009 Studio 360 Women's Only Fitness & Wellness Center Rosie's Ice Cream First Citizen Bank & Trust Regions Bank Energy Solutions Group April 2009 Chalmers & Kubeck Comcast of Hixson Cross Creek Villas Sweet Peppers Deli The Lemon Drop Salon Women's Center at Chattanooga Outpatient March 2009 The Suburban Home Advanced Center for Sleep Disorders Silverdale Baptist Academy Sports Complex The UPS Store - Ooltewah Goodwill - Hixson Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon Avalon Hospice February 2009 Beltone Hearing Aid Center Aspire Orthodontics Cumberland Title & Guaranty Company, LLC January 2009 Covenant Allergy and Asthma Natural Solutions Wellness Chiropractic Urban Rocks Gym Cohutta Banking Company The Hot Chocolatier December 08 Bell Wether Investment Group Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union BB & T of Ooltewah Best Realty GMAC Real Estate Dollie's Angels Day Care Crusader Staffing Associates, LLC Advantage Financial First Choice Title, Inc. Realty Specialist Great Clips of Snow Hill Village Chloe Hair Colour and Design November 2008 Sunrise Farm, LLC B.D. Burke Interiors Ciao Bella Alter Ego Vista Ridge Apartments Madem Reels USA, Inc. The W Gallery Memorable Events Blood Assurance Distribution Center Cohutta Bank of East Brainerd October 2008 Publix Super Market 1800PACKRAT Office Coordinators, Inc. Wolftever Creek Gallery La Quinta Inn Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Spine Care by Spine Surgery Associates Chattanooga Spine and Sport September 2008 Hulco Exteriors The Layman Foundations Bankcard Solutions Learning Express Toys Off-Main Art Collective Northwest Georgia Bank Office Furniture Warehouse The Haven at Common Park First Bank East Brainerd Branch North Shore Yoga Association for Visual Arts Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Signal Mountain Chiropractic Clinic Country Inn And Suites of Hixon August 2008 Verizon Wireless Alrol of America Holmes Audiology, LLC Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union Chattanooga FedEx Crye-Leike New Homes Division Staybridge Suites at Hamilton Place Kerry Smith State Farm Capital Financial Group/Capital Benefits FirstBank Smart Furniture Smart Repair, LLC R & M Automotive Repair, LLC Curves East Brainerd Curves Ooltewah The Mill Courtesy Finance, LLC July 2008 Mapco Mart Chattanooga's Healthy Hearing, LLC River City Bicycles Tennessee Vein and Imaging Center Vitalis Digital Media June 2008 O’Charley’s Hixson National Print Group Chattanooga Cat Clinic Snap Fitness Thompson Chiropractic Tunguska Blast MarkCo Printing & Sign Company Holston United Methodist Federal Credit Union Ross Pharmacy May 2008 Euro Med Spa Lesha Patterson Photography Los Dorados Mexican Restaurant YMCA Downtown SGO Designer Glass of Chattanooga Cummings Place Apartments Bethany Christian Services Branch Banking & Trust (BB&T) - Gunbarrel Road Beautiful by Cristie Chattanooga Convention & Visitors Bureau Satellite Tourist Information Center at Hamilton Place Mall The Cottage Bi-Lo Hixson O’Charley’s Shallowford First Centenary United Methodist Church Spherion Teen Challenge of the Mid-South April 2008 Ooltewah-Collegedale Insurance Tugboat Fish & Chips Just Between Friends of Chattanooga Curves North Shore Curves Lookout Valley Total Storage, Inc. River City Take Out Express March 2008 Artful Eye Complete Care Choice Northwest Georgia Bank (Ground Breaking) Chattanooga College Medical, Dental & Technical Careers New Image Dental, LLC Lomenick Cemetery Mausoleums & Columbariums Mark S. Dill, DDS, PC Flavors of Italy Regions Bank Best Buy's Apple Store February 2008 InfoSystems, Inc. Splash Valley Water Park (Ground Breaking) BOCPrinting.Com Fit U Focus Center for Eating Disorders LBMC January 2008 Carpenter & Associates Insurance Northwest Georgia Bank - Ooltewah Branch Allstate Insurance Company / The Gaines Agency Cohutta Banking Company of Tennessee (Ground Breaking) Domino’s Pizza - Hixson Sherwin-Williams December 2007 MetLife Edward Jones Investments Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union Publix Super Market Help U Sell Today Realty State Farm - Chuck Yarbrough Agency Financial Solutions Mortgage Company November 2007 Crutcher Pianos Salon Haven It's All About You Hair & Nail Salon California Massage Company Chattanooga Podiatry Center - Brainerd Abuelo's Starbucks - Highway 58 Corporate Solutions Regions Bank - Hixson WTCI-TV Salvation Army Chattanooga Podiatry Center - Hixson The 28th Legislative District Community Development Corporation MCR Foundation October 2007 The Concierge Level, LLC Johnnie L. Bickham Accounting Sugars Ribs Courtesy Finance Travel Trends Blue Orleans Creole Restaurant Blue Ivy Flowers September 2007 Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Genghis Grill Mr. Door Man Wireless Image, LLC  Mattress Gallery Dunlap Industries, Inc. RE/Max Real Estate August 2007 Little Darlin's Boutique American Diversity Report Stone Fort Inn Restaurant and Lounge Molly Maid of Hamilton County Fairfield Inn & Suites Innovative Realty Group Chattanooga Has Cars July 2007 Niko’s Southside Grill Freedom Mortgage Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Company Home Instead Senior Care Maurices June 2007 Nutrition World Mike Collins & Associates Bethel College Chattanooga Billiard Club Burns Tobacconist and Avo Lounge Shoney’s (Shallowford Village Drive) Shoney’s (Ringgold Road) The Samaritan Center Ubuildit May 2007 Windward Preserve, LLC Rick Wheat is CEO of Windward Preserve and Jeff Ritchie is president. While this is their first project in Chattanooga, they have developments in several states, including Illinois, Texas, Pennsylvania and Florida. Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union BB&T BB&T (Branch Banking & Trust company) held a grand opening and ribbon cutting on May 11 in celebration of its new branch located in the Maclellan Building at 721 Broad Street. My Family Dinners My Family Dinners offers delicious, nutritious dinners for $17.50 a meal or about $3 a serving. Customers come to My Family Dinners and prepare 12 family-friendly dinners which feed four to six people each. Northwest Georgia Bank "Our new Ooltewah office will help enhance our solid reputation for friendly, convenient and accurate service as we continue to expand into Chattanooga’s neighborhoods," said Scott Smith, President & COO. "Customers who live, work or shop in the Ooltewah community can look forward to this new facility to serve their banking and investment needs. It’s a natural fit for us." Excalibur The public was invited to the grand opening of Excalibur Integrated Systems’ new Wireless Lab on May 18. The Lunch and Learn occasion included mini-seminars and demonstrations on the latest in data collection and mobile computing, wireless networking, mobile application development and wireless network security. Goin Postal Goin’ Postal will provide a variety of services such as, shipping through DHL, FedEx, USPS and UPS, full service printing and copying, post office boxes, fax and notary services and money orders. Starbucks Fat Daddy's With pizza sold whole and by the slice, a coffee bar featuring Stone Cup Coffee, hand-dipped Clumpies Ice Cream, and select beer by the bottle, Fat Daddy’s Pizza and Ice Cream is a totally new concept for Chattanooga, providing true New York flavor pizza with the entire restaurant experience. El Meatat El Metate, which is located at 9332 Dayton Pike, Suite 112 in Soddy-Daisy, specializes in quality Mexican dishes with friendly service. They offer a full menu of Mexican dishes such as fajitas, tacos and specialties with fish and shrimp. The restaurant has a full service bar with house drinks and margaritas. Another El Metate is located in Dunlap. April 2007 University of Phoenix Celebrates Local Campus Opening University of Phoenix enables students to earn bachelor's or master's degrees in the most efficient and convenient way possible. Students attend classes on campus one day or evening per week or via online classes. Employees can incorporate school into their busy lives and immediately apply what they learn at work. Southeast Surgical Solutions New Allstate Agency Opens in Hixson Agency President Clint Adam and wife have combined 15 years of experience in the insurance industry. The couple relocated to the Chattanooga area from the Mississippi Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina. New Allstate Agency Opens in Ooltewah Taylor’s services include auto, home, business and life insurance as well as financial services. Included are personal vehicles, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, motor homes and personal watercraft. Homeowners and renters insurance are offered, as well as financial services, including saving and retirement plans. The Village at Greenway The $20 million project is the second active adult community opened in the Chattanooga area by Harvest Active Adult Communities, LLC, a licensee of franchisor EPCON, Inc., that works to meet the increasing demand for an almost maintenance-free lifestyle for the 55 and over population. Highlines of Chattanooga Dupont Community Credit Union DCCU strives to offer its members the best quality and quantity of financial services possible. Loan rates are consistently low, and service charges and fees are kept to a minimum. Share and certificate rates are always competitive. Hospice of Chattanooga Hospice of Chattanooga, Inc. is one of the largest hospice agencies in Tennessee and northwest Georgia. Hospice of Chattanooga serves an 18- county region with satellite offices in Dayton, Jasper, Cleveland, and Lafayette, Georgia, as well as Chattanooga. Niedlovs Breadworks, Inc. Niedlov’s new location is in the heart of the upcoming Main Street Art District, where large sculptures by local artists line the streets. John Sweet, co-owner of Niedlov’s, believes "the emerging art area is a great fit" for their new bakery, he said. "Since Niedlov’s specializes in making ‘artisan’ bread, one might consider Niedlov’s breads almost a form of art: edible art!" Henderson, Hutcherson & McCullough Henderson Hutcherson & McCullough, PLLC, SRC Technology Solutions, and Evergreen Management, LLC, will host an open house on Friday, April 27, 2007, from 3-7 pm. A ribbon-cutting, arranged by the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held at 4:30 p.m. Friends, family, and business associates are invited to join these companies in celebrating the restoration of the Freight Depot. March 2007 New Campus of Virginia College of Business and Health Ribbon Cutting The new campus hosted its first students on October 2, 2006. Campus Director Kane Walls says, "We are proud to be a part of the vibrant Chattanooga business community, and look forward to providing qualified graduates for the tri-state area work force. We were enthusiastic about our selection of Chattanooga for our newest campus and are even more excited about being a part of this area’s bright future." Arete Medical Services Host Ribbon Cutting Arete Medical Services specializes in visiting and treating Medicare patients in their homes. Doctors and nurse practitioners make home visits to the Medicare population in Bradley, Hamilton, Grundy, Marion, Rhea, Polk, Bledsoe and Sequatchie counties. Lab tests, X-rays, EKGs, and other tests can also be obtained in the Patient’s home. BMW Celebrates Grand Opening in Chattanooga The dealer’s new location boasts several special features including a state of the art service department, expanded BMW Accessory Boutique, Wi-Fi Internet service, onsite Enterprise Rental Car office, and a full service café on site provided by Café Mi Aroma. Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant Opens in Lookout Valley Alfredo’s Italian Restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine in a family-friendly Mediterranean atmosphere. The menu features hand-tossed, stone-baked pizzas, strombolis, calzones, pasta entrées, entrée salads, a children’s menu and desserts. All items are prepared from scratch and made to order. Alfredo’s also has a wide selection of beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. New China Buffet Celebration March 29 The New China Buffet on Signal Mountain Road will feature over 150 items, including Chinese, Japanese (Sushi), Mongolian and American foods from the grill. With a menu of moderately priced items, the restaurant features carry out and catering. Shane’s Rib Shack Opens in Hixson Shane’s is known in Georgia for its sauce, baby back ribs, its trademark pork sandwich, chopped barbeque chicken platters and made from scratch sides. "The meat is soaked overnight, hand chopped in the morning and served daily so customers enjoy the best tasting, highest-quality rib and BBQ product on the market," Kaiser said. "The environment is laid back and relaxed, offering a comfy hangout." February 2007 Joe Pratt, Allstate Insurance Agency of Tennessee Sisters in Business "Sisters In Business promotes women-owned, minority, and small businesses, and helps them succeed by offering affordable and easy online and live business solutions that help strengthen market position and provide a competitive edge," according to founder and president Tekelia Kelly. Northwest Georgia Bank "Customers who live, work, eat, or shop in the Hixson area can look forward to this new facility to serve their banking and investment needs," said Scott Smith, President. "It’s a natural fit for us." January 2007 Rollins & Rollins, CPA Rollins & Rollins, which offers accounting and tax return preparation services, is owned and operated by Janet L. Rollins, CPA, and John S. Rollins, CPA. Together they have a total of 52 years’ experience in public accounting. Red-Swan Fitness & Spa, Inc. Blue Coast Burrito Blue Coast Burrito features California-style burritos, fish tacos, tacos, and salads. All salsas and salad dressings are made from scratch. Wal-Mart Hudgins Services, Inc. Ouida Hudgins is founder and pr, esident of the business which was established in 2003 and incorporated in 2006. Hudgins is a Chattanooga native who was salutatorian of her class at Howard High School. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from UTC. Snappy Auctions of Chattanooga Hidden treasures: While many items handled by Snappy Auctions are everyday products like DVD players and food processors, the company also turns up the occasional surprise "find" a la Antiques Roadshow. CTC Technologies & Chattanooga Online CTC Technologies merged with Chattanooga Online last November. The new company offers an array products and services including phone equipment, voice and data services, internet service and web page design and hosting. December 2006 Blood Assurance Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Cuppy’s Coffee & More Specialty coffee is the shop’s main product, but the new operation will also offer muffins and biscotti. Cuppy’s is a double drive-through only, not a sit-down eatery. However, Graham plans to install picnic tables outside in the spring. High-speed internet service will be available so customers can work on their laptops in their cars. Edward Jones Investments Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the U.S. and, through affiliates, in Canada and the United Kingdom. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities where they live and work. November 2006 Th, e Boutique Couture In Good Health "We believe in treating our patients in a warm and friendly environment," Davis says. "Our ultimate goal is to provide quality care so our patients will be healthier as a result of what we do." Farm Credit Services of Mid-Amercia Tilden Car Care Center The Lantern The 30-unit Lantern is exclusively designed for the specialized care of those suffering from Alzheime,, r’s or similar dementia disorders. Rooms, colors, activities and monitoring have been tailored to maximize optimum results. Residents are nurtured wholly in mind, body and spirit through visual, emotional and family-oriented therapies. Nestle Toll House Cafe & Brick House Subs The Nestle Toll House Café and Brick House Subs can host parties and provide catering for small or large events. The cafes have free WiFi for customers who like to surf and eat at the same time. Stockdale's: America's Rural Outfitter Described as a rural lifestyle retailer, Stockdale’s offers down-home values, an abundant and unique selection of high-quality merchandise, and complete customer satisfaction for men, women, farmers, homeowners, equine enthusiasts, and urban residents alike. Decorated with vibrant, modern colors and featuring eye-catching product displays, the store has 47,000 square feet of showroom space, allowing most products to be stocked in view of the customer rather than warehoused. October 2006 SunTrust Opens in New Wal-Mart Supercenter The Chatt, anooga Area Chamber of Commerce is prou, d to announce the grand opening of a SunTrust Bank branch inside the new Wal-Mart Supercenter at 501 Signal Mountain Boulevard. Blimpie Re-Opening in Chattanooga Specials Include 99-cent Subs The sub and sandwich shop franchise opened at 6940 Lee Highway in May in the same location as the first Blimpie to open in Chattanooga 17 years ago, according to co-owner Ajay Philip. September 2006 Chattanooga Bar Stools & More Gordon's Cleaners and Launderers Established in 1952 by the late Gordon Ledbetter, Gordons Cleaners has been owned and operated for the last 16 years by Ledbetter’s son, Jim Ledbetter. The firm, which employs 30 full-time staff is recognized as one of the city’s premier dry cleaning firms. The other Gordons locations are at 1631 McCallie Avenue and on Broad Street at the foot of Lookout Mountain. , Spirit Halloween SuperstoreSpirit Halloween offers over $300,000 worth of Halloween merchandise in a 10,000 square foot facility. All of the Halloween essentials are available, such as make-up, props, decorations, masks, lighting, and costumes, as well as more unusual items like pet costumes and fog machines. Double Hill Billiard Club Wal-Mart According to store manager Shawn R. Crews, the new store contains many of the latest merchandise features coming to Wal-Mart Supercenters this year, including wider aisles, updated signage, earth tone concrete and wood floors throughout the store, and skylights to conserve energy. Johnnie L. Bickham, Accountant Cohutta Bank Mikado Japanese Restaurant Bourbon Street Music Bar August 2006 All-American Schools, LLC All-American Schools’ programs are designed to prepare post-secondary students for computer-related professions through hands-on training in computer technology. The school features classes with no more than six students per instructor. Merle Norman Cosmetics The new operation is the second Merle Norman studio owned and operated by Thyra and Paul Moffat. Mrs. Moffat operated the Hamilton Crossing Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio for 26 years Fitness Together Walgreens Morning Pointe at Greenbriar Cove The 40,152-square-foot, 60-suite Morning Point Assisted Living Residence is part of the 100-acre Greenbriar Cove retirement community campus. Chattanooga Goodwill Industries Case Dental Center World Market Casa-Rolls Dinner Drive Thru The store owners are Katie and Greg Grant. Greg Grant is manager of SLM Financial in Hixson, and Katie Grant is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Grants’ son, Matt, is general manager. July 2006 Sportsman's Warehouse Grand Opening Northwest Georgia Bank Northwest Georgia Bank (est. 1904) surpassed half a billion dollars in assets in 2005 through internal growth, not by merging with other banks. Northwest now ranks in the top 10 percent of banks in Georgia based on assets, while Chairman & CEO L. Wesley Smith serves on th, e, American Bankers Association Board of Directors, . FastSigns Breaks Ground at New Location Chattanooga natives Phil and Cindy Bacon have owned and operated FastSigns for 16 years. Previously, the Bacons were owners of the country’s highest grossing locations of Physicians’ Weight Loss Centers. New China Buffet 'N' Grill The New China Buffet will feature Chinese, Japanese (Sushi), Mongolian and American foods from the grill. With a menu of moderately priced items, the restaurant features carry out and catering. Belvoir Christian Academy Established in 1887, the Belvoir Christi, an Acade, my is the oldest private school in Chattanooga. The school changed its name on July 1 in an effort to expand while continuing to provide a first-rate academic program with a Christian foundation, officials said. June 2006 Tennessee National Guard Celeb, rates R, elocation with Ribbon-Cutting The Tennessee National Guard, which will continue to provide its services at 1801 Holtzclaw Avenue as well, offers many opportunities to qualified applicants for service to their community, state and county. The National Guard specializes in career, education and training opportunities. May 2006 Caboodle Chattanooga Caboodle Chattanooga, which opened on March 23, offers customers the same quality as brand-new ink cartridges and toners at a fraction of the cost, according to owners Richard and Denise Sherriff. Realty Center/ GMAC Riverfront Office Allergycare of Chattanooga Allergycare of Chattanooga is led by Krys Alimurka, MD, a practicing allergist in Chattanooga for more than 25 years. Dr. Alimurka is a graduate of the University of Toronto, where she served her residency in , medicine and fellowship in allergy and immunolo, gy. Dr. Ali, murka became interested in sublingual immunotherapy as a safer, more convenient and effective alternative for her patients. Regions Bank Urgent Care Family Medicine "We provide prompt care in handling minor emergencies, including injuries, wound care, lacerations, sprains, minor broken bones and infections," said Dr. Terence J. Orme, who owns and directs the practice. "We also offer drug screening, pre-employment physicals, school and camp physicals and other preventative medicine services." Cartridge City Cartridge City sells professionally remanufactured compatible ink and toner cartridges to fit all current makes and models, with a 100% "No Questions Asked" guarantee. Remanufacturing is done locally on state-of-the-art equipment, resulting in a product that meets or exceeds all manufacturers’ specifications. Consider it Done Chattanooga! April 2006 Holiday Inn Express The three-story hotel, which opened in January, offers 70 guest rooms, 19 suites and 35 double-bedded rooms. Guest room amenities include cable TV, DVD player, coffee maker, microwave oven, mini refrigerator, high-speed Internet access and free USA Today delivery to the room. March 2006 HomeAway Extended Stay Studios HomeAway Extended Stay Studios, an extended stay lodging facility located in Hixson, has added 24 additional un, its to , , its existing 81 for a total of 105, according to T.J. Peck, general manager. Longhorn Steakhouse Northwest, Georgia Bank The Polka Dot The Polka Dot, which opened on February 1, customizes all kinds of items including luggage, purses a, , n, d backpacks. The staff can even personalize diaper-bags, pet-harnesses and piggy-banks. All of these items may be purchased at the shop, but The Polka Dot can also personalize items bought elsewhere. February 2006, , Blood Assurance <, STRONG>Extended Stay America ExtendedStayAmerica has been in Chattanooga for almost 10 years. The hotel offers 120 rooms, featuring queen-size beds or twin beds, full kitchens, expanded cable and personalized voice mail. There are laundry facilities on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is available. <, /FONT>BackYard Burgers JANUARY 2006 Asia Buffet The Asian Buffet seats 450 in elegant surroundings. "Our facilities are designed to accommodate your family, party or convention needs," Yeoh says. "Our friendly and courteous staff is ready t, o serve your every need." Liberty Tax Services Liberty Tax is locally owned by Carl and Daveena Long. They opened their first Liberty Tax office in Chattanooga in 2002. With the addition of two new stores this year, the Longs are now operating six stores in the Chattanooga and Fort Oglethorpe areas, including a new store at 4736 Highway 58 and a store inside Northgate Mall. Plans are being made to open two to three new stores next year. Jason's Deli Currently expanding from coast to coast, Jason’s Deli won Restaurants & Institutions’ 2005 Consumers’ Choice in Chains top award in the sandwich segment. On April 1, 2005 Jason’s Deli made national headlines by completing the nation’s largest anti-trans fat project and eliminating partially hydrogenated oils from its entire menu. Focus Healthcare Focus Healthcare is a privately held limited liability company and a nationally recognized provider for state-of-the-art, quality chemical dependency and psychiatric care. Since 1990, Focus Healthcare has helped t, housands of families find a new way of life. Wal-Mart # 3660 According to Store Manager Caesar Avalos, t, he new 203,818-square-foot Wal-Mart Supercenter features 36 general merchandise departments including apparel and accessories, fine jewelry, health and beauty aids, and a full line of electronics. DECEMBER 2005 GVA Hunter Celebrates Opening GVA Hunter is part of GVA Worldwide, an international organization of real estate industry leaders serving key markets in 35 countries. The organization comprises over 3,000 real estate professionals and 120 offices worldwide. Queen Financial Services Corporation Ribbon Cutting David Queen, president of the company, has over 13 years experience in the financial services industry and over 15 years experience as a CPA. A Chartered Financial Consultant, Mr. Queen holds an MBA degree in finance, a Series 7 Securities license and a Life and Health Insurance license. NOVEM,, BER 2005 Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist Chattanooga Funeral Homes has been serving the Chattanooga area since 1953. The company has three other locations in Chattanooga. Eugene Pike is head of the company. Blackwell Automotive, Inc. Richard Blackwell and Richmond Blackwell are the owners of the business, which opened in September 2004. Richard Blackwell, who has a B.S. degree from Auburn University, owned an automobile parts store for 15 years and worked in the service department at Lexus of Chattanooga for 11 years. Richmond Blackwell holds an MBA degree from the University of North Alabama. Live Active Inc. Live Active specializes in weight management, athletic performance, functional training, nutritional counseling and one-on-one as well as group fitness training. Live Active is Chattanooga’s exclusive distributor for Advocare nutritional products and supplements. Firehouse Subs OCTOBER 2005 Help u Sell Today Realty Help-U-Sell Today Realty will offer all the conveniences of a full-service real estate office at a reduced rate, which in turn will save clients thousands of dollars," says company president Sabrena D. Turner of the family-owned business. Dalton Carpets of 58 Dalton Carpets of 58, which has been in business for just over a year, features a 3,000-square-foot showroom, consisting of all types of floor covering samples – carpet, hardwood, ceramic, vinyl, laminate and others. The White Table Charles Schwab <, /STRONG>The satellite office was opened as part of Schwab’s strategy to deepen the relationships with clients, rebalance branch resources and optimize effectiveness of the branch network. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. provides a complete range of investment services and products, including an extensive selection of mutual f, unds, financial planning, investment advice and an array of many more services. Salsaritas Fresh Cantina Salsarita's Fresh Cantina offers a vibrant, casual dining atmosphere and an array ,, , , o, f Mexican favorites, including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and much more. Salsarita’s functions on the "build your own" mindset, and boasts an extensive line of fillings and toppings. Customers are encouraged to design their meal exactly as they want it and watch as it is created before their eyes. American Cancer Society Independent Health Care Properties Greenbrier Cove The Greenbriar Cove retirement community will feature professionally designed landscaping with street lights, sidewalks, walking trials and golf cart paths for easy access to the neighborhood’s estimated 17 acres of p, arkland and conservation areas, three lakes and mixed-, used, services.<, BR> Starbucks on Highway 153 Founded in 1971, Starbucks Coffee now has more than 1,050 company-owned stores in 34 countries. Zaxbys in Hixson The Hixson restaurant showcases Zaxby’s attractive interior design, featuring a bright, open interior décor, complemented by vintage m, emorabilia and signage. The 3,185-square-foot restaurant provides comfortable booths and tables, with a seating capacity of 71. SEPTEMBER 2005 Complete Eye Care The new office, Complete Eye Care, provides patients with the latest technology in all areas of eye care so patients do not have to leave the Soddy-Daisy community for their vision care needs. Bad Ass Coffee Bad Ass specializes in 100 percent Kona coffee from Hawaii—the only American-grown coffee.  The business also has 26 different signature lattes that can be prepared hot, iced or frozen. Volunteers in Medicine, Chattanooga, Inc. Aerisyn The company began operating the first automated wind tower production facility in North America at the Alst, om Building in January of this year. Aerisyn employs some 70 people, with additions weekly Penny's Corner-Warehouse Row Penney’s Corner, a sundries and gifts shop, celebrated its grand opening on September 28 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.   The shop is located in the enclosed kiosk between Coach and Yves Delorme on the first floor of the south building at Warehouse Row. MoJo Burrito Mojo Burrito® is owned and operated by Tim and Eve Williams, who opened the first Mojo Burrito® in St. Elmo in 2002. AUGUST 2005 Anne Penman Laser Therapy Olsen Law Firm The firm provides a full range of immigration law services, assisting clients in the areas of business immigration law, as well as employment-based and family-based immigration law. Edible Arrangements Edible Arrangements specializes in creating delicious fruit designs filled with fresh, hand-scu, lpted fruit, including strawberries, pineapple, grapes, oranges, cantaloupe and honeydew. River City Property Management The full-service real estate company boasts over 25 years of managerial experience. It offers property management, real estate sales services and a full maintenance department. River City Property Management Inc. serves the southeast Tennessee and northwest Georgia areas. Silas Marley Restaurant and Tavern , Silas Marley offers fine dining in a casual atm, os,, phere, according to owner John Festa, a 10-year veteran of the restaurant business. The new 125-seat restaurant serves lunch, dinner and brunch and offers a full-service bar. Other services include catering and a banquet facility that seats 75. Diversified Companies The new facility, containing 15,000 square feet, is located off Highway 153 at the Bonny Oaks exit, adjacent to the Choo Choo Diving and Aquatic Center. Curves Downtown Designed especially for women, Curves provides a circuit of machines and “recovery” blocks that offer clients a whole-body workout, plus a stretching routine for flexibility. A Curves specialty is keeping clients motivated to reach their goals and to have fun in the process. Bethel College The Bethel Success program offers working adults an accredited bachelor’s degree in management and organizational development.  Each student receives a laptop computer to support their learning in an accelerated and work-applicable environment.  Students attend classes one evening a week. JULY 2005 Lavneder Sage Day Spa Lavender Sage Day Spa offers several different types of massage, including deep tissue, hot stone therapy, therapeutic, and head massage. The new business also provides facials, including Gentleman's, teen, anti-aging and "back" facials, plus light therapy treatment and make-up application. First Horizon Mint Distribution First Horizon Mint Distribution/First Tennessee Bank is the only financial institution licensed to sell official U.S. Mint-licensed products. Both locations offer many rare finds including un-circulated state quarters and golden Sacagawea dollars and nickels. All coins for sale are un-circulated. They also carry coin jewelry, bookmarks, and key rings,, as well as gold and platinum bullion pendants and cufflinks. Country Inn & Suites in Hixson Country Inn & Suites- Hixson has 81 rooms with 21 suites. Every room is equipped with wireless internet capabilities. The hotel also boasts a continental breakfast, business center, fitness/exercise area and indoor pool available to all guests. Meeting space with theater style seating is also available and can accommodate 60 people. Vericomm Corporation The company is one of the nation’s largest Visa and MasterCard swipe processors and specializes in the processing of all major credit cards. Other products offered by Vericomm Corp. include stationary and mobile terminals which are backed by an unconditional lifetime guarantee. JUNE 2005 Healthpsring Marble Masters SunTrust The new Collegedale branch hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drive-through hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m., to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Morning Pointe of Chattanooga - The Lantern New Hope Medical Equipment Specializes in the sale of various ambulatory aids. These products include canes, walkers, rotators, manual wheelchairs, transport chairs, power wheelchairs, scooters and lift chairs. Hospital beds and bathroom accessories are also available. Specialty items are available per customer request. The company is an authorized dealer of Invacare and Golden Technologies products. Tree of Knowledge Learning Center The center provides care for children from six weeks to five years old and can accommodate up to 98 children. Kids "R" Kids Academy of Hixson Designed to offer quality care to children, from six weeks to 12 years of age. Structured learning programs are available in Spanish, computers, music and physical education. The center offers before- and after-school care and a summer camp for school-age children. Nutritional lunches and snacks are included in the tuition fee. Transportation to and from local schools is available, depending on enrollment. MAY 2005 Private Dispute Resolution Services SmartHire/SouthernTemp Provides staff, professional placement, internet-based pre-employment testing and a full spectrum of human resources and consulting services. Northwest Georgia Bank The Little Gym® The Little Gym’s sequential children’s motor-skill development program was created to help children develop physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially, giving children the confidence they need for a lifetime of success. <, FON, face="Arial" size="2" T,>APRIL 2005 , Regions Bank Offers full-service commercial and retail banking from more than 800 offices, a 1,700-ATM network across 15 states and eight locations in greater Chattanooga. Tennessee Valley Credit Union Hixson Branch Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its Hixson Branch on April 2. The branch is located at 5150 Old Hixson Pike. MARCH 2005 Cohutta Banking Co. Offers a full range of integrated financial services, including banking, trust, brokerage, mortgage and insurance. The bank also has an ATM located at The Read House on Broad Street. BFI Transfer Station The new facility, which represents a $3 million addition to the BFI facility at , 1018, E. 38th S, treet, will be used for the transfer of solid waste to , a , Class I or MSW landfill. Fitness Together Offers a high level of service in personal training, fully equipped personal training suites and certified personal trainers to assist clients with their fitness training and their personal nutrition plan. Hospice of Chattanooga at Health Care Center New Hospice unit on the third floor of Dalton Place at the Health Care Center at Standifer Place. The new unit will be a home away from home for patients with a terminal illness and their families. Franchelique Fashions Offers a wide variety of upscale leather handbags for an e, xe, cu, tive clientele. Products include designer handbags, speciality items, unique portraits, candles and incense. Double R BBQ A restaurant and catering business serving a full breakfast, as well as cornbread pizza, loaded baked, , potatoes and homemade desserts, ranging from banana pudding to carrot cake. JANUARY 2005 Jesus Wear Apparel for men, women and children. All the merchandise carries the Jesus Wear brand label. Angus Café Located at the site of the first Krystal Restaurant, the new eatery serves breakfast all day and has lunch items such as hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, chili and fruit. Liberty Tax Ranked as one of the fastest growing private, franchised companies in the U.S. by Entrepreneur, Accounting Today and Inc. magazines, Liberty provides free tax advice and free checking of self-prepared returns at six stores in Chattanooga and Fort Oglethorpe. NOVEMBER 2004 Suntrust SunTrust Bank held a ribbon-cutting for its new Lookout Mountain branch on November 16. The new bank is located at 800 Scenic Highway. Furniture Medic An on-site furniture repair and refinishing business specializing in furniture repair, touch-up, refinishing and color change. Services are also offered for kitchen cabinets, hardwood floors and more. Kenco/Valeant Pharmaceuticals International A global, research-based, specialty pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of pharmaceutical products, has chosen Kenco Group Inc. to operate its U.S. Distribution Center. Mattress Affair Retailer of mattresses, futons and waterbeds; bedroom,, kitchen and living furniture; and office furniture. Accessories are also sold at the store. Sprint PCS The business offers sales and service for wireless cell phones, data cards and wireless services. Back Yard Burgers Offers high-quality, quick-service foods, including hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, salads, cobblers and drinks. Southern Adventist University/Archaeological Museum The museum’s permanent exhibit, Vessels in Time: A Journey into the Biblical World, features the largest teaching collection from the Near East in the United States. OCTOBER 2004 Bonefish Grill Seafood restaurant which specializes in market-fresh fish grilled over an oak-burning grill, which gives the fish a savory, even cook. Barry's Menswear Barry’s new fall line consists of Italian suits and shoes, silk and cotton business casual tops, wool suits, lambskin leathers, cashmere-blend coats and designer sportswear. China Buffet Specializes in Chinese cuisine. Offers lunches for $5.55, dinners for $8.99 and Sunday brunch for $6.99. Seats 400 and offers space for private meetings. Southern Lighting Offers a large variety of lighting fixtures, complemented by fans, mirrors, pictures and furniture. <, A class="" href="http://www.chattanoogachamber.com/memberservices/camping_world_ribboncutting.asp" target=_parent>Camping World RV accessories retailer with Internet, retail, and mail order sales nationwide. SEPTEM, BER 2004 Angel's Ice Cream Super-premium homemade ice cream and gourmet hotdog shop on Signal Mountain. Chattanooga Gymnastics Center Ooltewah Athletic Center/Gymnastics Center of Chattanooga featuring gymnastics instruction. Spa Morrell Corker Group Kids R' Kids Academy Tomato Tango's Café The Italian eatery seats about 50 people on two levels and offers a pleasant, friendly atmosphere, and dinner-size meals for lunch-time prices. The Massage ForStress Specializes in deep tissue, neuromuscular tissue, relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing, and aromatherapy. Loan Depot Lending Company Provides commercial lending services to small businesses in Tennessee and throughout the United States. Liza Moz' Along with the extensive line of unique gifts, cards, and art, the store hosts all types of pottery parties, including couples, girls night out, and birthday to name a few. AUGUST 2004 The Terrace at Mountain Creek The facility's recent renovation, valued at over one million dollars, includes an enclosed courtyard, expanded assisted living apartments, an additional dining area and a café. JULY 2004 Supercuts Offers a contemporary and comfortable atmosphere and appeals to men in search of updated hairstyles at affordable prices. JUNE 2004 Curves Offers a complete strength training workout for women that lasts only 30 minutes. MAY 2004 Madison APRIL 2004 Fusion Fitness and Physical Therapy Offers a complete package of physical therapy, personal training and nutrition expertise for its clients.