Chattanooga stands in second place in Outside Magazine's online contest to find the "Best Town Ever."
Less than a week into the three-week contest, Tuscon, Ariz., leads among the 10 finalists with 1,895 votes. Chattanooga is in second place with 1,194 votes.
According to a news release, the list represents "dream cities that offer a balance of real culture, perfect scenery, a reasonable cost of living, and easy access to the outdoors."
The winner will be picked through popular vote on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/outsidemagazine?sk=app_217524511613004
Current standings (as of Monday at 3 p.m.):
--1. Tucson, Ariz., 1895 votes
--2. Chattanooga, Tenn., 1194 votes
--3. Boulder, Colo., 852 votes
--4. Ashland, Ore., 588 votes
--5. Charleston, S.C., 524 votes
--6. Burlington, Vermont, 307 votes
--7. Portland, Ore., 288 votes
--8. Madison, Wis., 236 votes
--9. Santa Fe, N.M., 208 votes
--10. Portland, Maine, 187 votes