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How Tree Removal and Trimming Are Restoring the Jones Observatory’s Night Sky

For decades, the iconic Clarence T. Jones Observatory in Chattanooga has served as a gateway to the stars for students, astronomy enthusiasts, and the local community. But for nearly 20...

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5 Reasons to Stop Topping Your Trees

Stop, Drop, Don’t Top “Topping” a tree refers to the most harmful tree pruning practice...

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The 7 Worst Tree to Have in Yard in Tennessee

Many times when people move into a new home, trees already exist on the property,...

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6 Mistakes Homeowners Make When Trimming Their Own Trees

It’s enticing to think that you can add “tree trimming” to your to-do list at...

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3 Tips to Determine If You Should Have a Tree Pruned or Removed

It is no secret that trees can be an expensive project, especially if you don’t...

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10 Places in Chattanooga to See Fall Foliage

It’s the time of year when the days are getting a little shorter, the nights...