Ever feel like social media changes just when you get the hang of it? Same here. But while platforms evolve, Chattanooga keeps its charm. Let’s dive into what’s buzzing.

In Chattanooga

🍔 Burger Week Brought the Beef
Over 20,000 burgers were devoured during Chattanooga Burger Week. Oddstory Brewing, Jack Brown’s, and Hoppy’s Northshore snagged top honors. This city knows its way around a grill.

🐾 Corgis Took Over St. Elmo
The annual “Hello, St. Elmo!” festival returned with food, music, and the fan-favorite Corgi Parade. Dozens of dressed-up corgis paraded down the street like fluffy royalty, bringing joy (and a few wiggly butts) to the crowd.

Social Media & Business Buzz

📲 Meta's New "Edits" App
Meta dropped a Reels-friendly editing app that hit 7 million downloads in its first week. Think CapCut, but tied to your IG account.

💸 Patreon Skips Apple Fees
Patreon’s update now directs iOS users to pay via web—cutting Apple’s 30% fee and giving creators more of what they earn.

Fun fact - if you’re boosting a Facebook or Instagram post from your iPhone, Apple is charging you a 30% fee. Save more money by boosting from your computer, or use that 30% to have an expert run ads for you.

📉 YouTube Shorts Metrics Update
YouTube updated how Shorts views are counted. You might notice more “engaged views,” but your earnings aren’t affected.

Coffee Break This Friday ☕

In the spirit of Chattanooga Entrepreneur Week, we’re switching things up with a hands-on group exercise for entrepreneurs instead of having a guest speaker.

🎶 Music by Brayden Guerette (In the Company of Wolves)
🎨 Art from Ashley Delaney
❤️ Featured Nonprofit: Hart Gallery
📍 Friday, May 9 @ 8:30 AM – Chattanooga Choo Choo Gardens
☕ Coffee by (Be)Caffeinated + New Wave | 🥐 Pastries by Morning Bee Bakery

Bring a friend. Sip something good. Leave a little more inspired.
Interested in sponsoring a future event? Hit us up: [email protected]

And That’s It!

I’m Dillan—one of the HiveThink guys and a founder of Coffee Break Chattanooga. Formerly working with Fortune 500 companies, now helping local businesses grow with strategy, content, and good conversation.

Let’s connect → linktr.ee/dillanwhisenant

~ See you Friday! 🐝