Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you subscribe
- Cadence: one Chattanooga business-owner interview when the profile passes editorial QA — no filler issue if it is not ready.
- Cost: free for readers, with sponsors clearly labeled when they appear.
- Inbox respect: no generic event blast, no paywall, unsubscribe link in every email.
- Corrections: outdated details can be sent to [email protected] so profiles stay useful after publication.
What is Noog Weekly?
Noog Weekly spotlights local business owners in Chattanooga, Tennessee. We publish Q&A interviews with the people behind local businesses — trades, manufacturing, service, retail, food — when a profile passes editorial QA.
Is Noog Weekly free?
Yes. The newsletter and website are completely free. We offer sponsored business profiles for businesses that want priority placement, but the core content remains free.
How do I get my business featured?
Use the nomination form or email [email protected] with the business name, owner contact, and why the story matters now. Nominations are reviewed for Chattanooga fit and reader value; we follow up only if the story looks useful, and no publication date is promised until an interview clears editorial QA. For sponsored priority placement, see our sponsorship page.
Does Noog Weekly use AI?
We use AI tools for research and drafting, but interviews are real — we email real business owners and they reply in their own words. We do not use AI-generated images; we use photos provided by the business owners.
What area does Noog Weekly cover?
Chattanooga, Tennessee and surrounding areas within approximately 30 minutes of downtown, including North Shore, Southside, St. Elmo, East Brainerd, and Lookout Mountain.
How can I partner with Noog Weekly?
Local organizations, business associations, and community groups can email [email protected] with the opportunity, audience, timing, and desired reader value. We review partnership ideas for Chattanooga fit and respond when there is a clear match.
How do I request a correction?
If a profile has an outdated business detail, broken reader link, or factual issue, email [email protected] with the page URL and the correction. Reader trust matters more than pretending old pages never age.